Warehouse Safety Begins with Rack Repair and Prevention
The key to keeping your warehouse safe and running efficiently is going to the source, in other words, the skeleton that keeps your warehouse together: the pallet racks. Where would you be if you didn’t have racks to store your product? If you can keep the status of your racks consistently in shape, then you … Continue reading Warehouse Safety Begins with Rack Repair and Prevention
The Trailer Mover XXL allows you to move trailers by hand!
Did you ever think you could move trailers by hand? This cool new product by Verhagen Leiden allows you to do exactly that. The Trailer Mover XXL can move trailers that weigh up to 20 tons and can be used as a substitute for terminal tractors. This trailer dolly gives you the flexibility to move … Continue reading The Trailer Mover XXL allows you to move trailers by hand!
How NOT To Store Steel Coils In Coil Rack
Is it safe to store coils in the middle of the coil bed? The answer is NO. That’s called a point load and a point loads can cause rack failure. The coil should always be supported by both the front and back beams of the steel coil storage racks system. Coil cradles are not designed to support the … Continue reading How NOT To Store Steel Coils In Coil Rack
Carts & Trucks Increase Operational Efficiency While Reducing Down Time
Carts & Trucks of many varieties are a fundamental piece of equipment in warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities across the US. Having a wide selection can come in handy in any situation in which you might need to easily maneuver and organize your items in-house. They can easily support different types of loads, which … Continue reading Carts & Trucks Increase Operational Efficiency While Reducing Down Time
Increased Overseas Shipping Cost Due to Hanjin Bankruptcy
S. Korean shipping giant Hanjin’s bankruptcy is causing a crisis at ports in Los Angeles, Long Beach and around the world! Increases in intermodal shipping cost tend to get passed on to the customer in the form of higher prices for products. The word that I am getting is that uncertainty in the shipping industry is will result in higher costs to ship … Continue reading Increased Overseas Shipping Cost Due to Hanjin Bankruptcy
How much of a flue space is required between back to back rows of pallet rack?
The answer to that questions may vary depending on where your warehouse pallet shelving is located. Each municipality has their own requirements and these requirements are often dictated by OSHA or fire codes. What we can tell you is that in many municipalities (especially those located in Southern California) are now requiring extra precautions: back … Continue reading How much of a flue space is required between back to back rows of pallet rack?
Are you tired of replacing wood pallets?
Durable and affordable plastic, steel and wire pallets are a great pallet alternative, used in manufacturing, warehousing and shipping. Wood remains one of the most common pallets used in manufacturing, but we’re here to change your mind about pallet alternatives. Interest in using other materials is trending and one of the reasons for that is … Continue reading Are you tired of replacing wood pallets?
Which is right for you: storage racks or storage containers?
At Warehouse Rack & Shelf, LLC, we like to classify our warehouse storage products into two main categories: storage racks and storage containers. Storage racks, such as pallet racks or stacking racks, are ideal for making the most of unused vertical space because you can stack high without the damage that comes from bulk stacking. … Continue reading Which is right for you: storage racks or storage containers?
Barrel, Bottle, Cask & Keg Racks for Distilleries, Breweries & Wineries
With the absolute EXPLOSION of popularity in craft beers, spirits and wines comes a pressing need for distilleries, micro breweries and wineries to more densely store and efficiently handle their merchandise. With this in mind Warehouse Rack & Shelf now offers the widest variety of bottle, keg and barrel racks on the industry. We have … Continue reading Barrel, Bottle, Cask & Keg Racks for Distilleries, Breweries & Wineries
Maintenance Manager is responsible for pallet rack safety
The number one job in pallet rack safety is identifying and fixing pallet rack damage. Damaged pallet rack could lead to a dangerous pallet rack collapse! Many warehouse owners and managers aren’t aware of the rules and regulations which are set by the OSHA relating to Person Responsible for Storage Equipment Safety (PRSES). It is … Continue reading Maintenance Manager is responsible for pallet rack safety