7 Ways to Reclaim Hidden Floor Space in Your Warehouse

Are your operations suffering from space constraints? Do you have so many SKUs you’re bursting at the seams? Has expansion or relocation crossed your mind?

Our storage solution specialists hear it often and have designed and implemented numerous strategies to combat crowded warehouse layouts, eliminating the need for costly expansion or relocation. Set up a call or site visit with one of our warehouse storage consultants.

Below are 7 cost-effective ways to uncover valuable space in your current warehouse, manufacturing plant or distribution center:
 

1. Go Vertical

Take advantage of clear room height! Vertical Storage Systems can recover 50-85% of floor space while improving inventory control, ergonomics & picking accuracy.

2. Store in Bulk

From Push Back Rack (storing loads up to 6 deep) to Automated Shuttle Systems (up to 37 deep), there are multiple ways to store bulk materials.

3. Reclaim Aisle Space

Aisle for pallet racking can be narrowed from 12′ wide to as thin as 6′ wide, and still be accessible by material handling equipment.

4. Raise your Production

Suspending production by overhead conveyor allows for space to be conserved for other businesses on the floor.

5. Build a Mezzanine

Free-standing or rack-supported mezzanine structures can double storage space, or increase workspace, without the need to pay additional property taxes.

6. Adopt an Inventory Management System

Tracking locations, life-cycle and cost of assets in real-time, helps with accurate stock replenishment. Proper inventory management helps improve space utilization.

7. Store Above the Door

Utilize open space above dock doors, by adding over dock storage pallet rack, for less frequently used items like paint, or cleaning supplies.

Ready to uncover your hidden floor space? Contact us today to speak with one of our Storage Specialists.
 

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