When you are searching for your right storage solution, there are many types of racking, also known as 'shelving', available on the market to suit a wide variety of storage requirements. Before selecting any type of racking, you will need to know the approximate sizes and weight of the items you are intending to store, as well as the amount of space you have available to install the racking.
It is very important to know the size and weight of the items you are going to store because an item can be large but very light in weight, or smaller but quite heavy, which will determine the type of shelving that best fits your application.
You need to know the potential storage space you have available, it is important to note; not only how much horizontal floor space you have, but also how much vertical space there is too, because vertical space can also be used for storage if you use a mezzanine, stacking pallet frames, or high rise pallet rack. You could potentially go 3 or 4 levels high if you have the ceiling clearance and a stacker, lift truck, or forklift with an appropriate lift height.
Once you have determined the size and weight of your items and how much floor and vertical space you have, it is time to decide what type of racking that would best suit your needs.
There are many types of racking available, bolted and boltless, pallet racking, cantilever racking, rivet racking, and wide span shelving are some of the most popular ones.
Some of these racks can be stationary, mobile, drive in, drive through, or push back depending on your application.
Due to the size and weight of most industrial and commercial products you may need a rack that is capable of holding a higher capacity, because of the strength gained from the use of sturdy bolted racking (or structural racking) is a widely-used form of racking both industrially and commercially.
Boltless racking, on the other hand, uses clips instead of bolts which give this type of shelving the added advantage of being highly adjustable. One of the most popular forms of boltless racking is rivet racking; some of the benefits of rivet racking are ease of assembly, configuration choices, and unobstructed access from two or more sides.
Pallet racking is the most versatile type of racking because it can accommodate items of various sizes and lengths in order to fit goods with a variety of sizes and weights stacked on pallets.
Your choice of decking can be just as important as the rack itself. Wood, Steel, Corrugated Steel, and Wire. Wire allows for the best fire protection as the water passes through easily.
Cantilever is the optimal storage solution for long or bulky items such as carpet rolls, furniture, lumber, tubing, textiles, piping and other long items. Available in roll formed and structural steel designs, cantilever offers a practical storage solution for even the most difficult to store items.
If you don't have a ton of storage space, for instance if it is a restaurant, office, or retail store then wire shelving could be your best option. Wire shelving is available in different finishes including stainless steels, and is perfect for food storage, medical storage, or in a freezer. Other finishes are ideal for retail store fixtures and office product storage.
With such a wide variety of racking and various applications available, as well as the potential for combining different racking types, there is a solution out there for any kind of storage need.
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Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Get your business organized for the New Year.
Get your business organized for the New Year.
Written by Ted Thorsen Material Handling
It is a brand new year and its time to get your business organized.
When you organize your business and eliminate the clutter, you will feel reenergized. You will find that you are easily motivated to get straight to work when you don’t have a mess to deal with. We've all seen it before-the messy, unorganized warehouse or office with boxes stacked to the ceiling and all sorts of odds and ends just lying around. It doesn't seem like a big deal until orders start shipping late because you can't find the right product, part or file. While this may be an extreme case of disorganization, it's also not far from the truth with some businesses.
Simple ways to organize your office, business, or warehouse
Start an efficient filing system
Files that you do not use anymore, but may need to keep are best stored in storage bins or totes. Bins can be stored on shelves, in a closet or cabinet to save space. Know what you can throw away and what you need to keep. Throw away outdated information. Keep legal documents such as contracts, warranties and tax documents. Organize your files by color-coding, alphabetically, or by type of file. Consider having separate drawers for different areas of business, such as clients, finances, and media
Labeling- Labels can be a cheaper but effective way to keep your files and parts organized. You can put things in storage bins, cabinets, shelves, and put a nice label on it so things are easy to find. Some labeling systems have bar codes that can be scanned for a more modern way of tracking inventory and parts. >>Click for more info
Storage bins- Storage units and plastic containers are great for storing products you sell as well as for holding large supplies, like printer paper, folders, small parts, and supplies. >>Click for more info
If you have faced the problem of not having enough storage space, you know that everything can become a cluttered, disorganized mess. Storage space can be easily added through shelving, cabinet installation, drawers, storage units, bookcases and file cabinets.
The answer may be new metal shelving to hold and organize the inventory your business has on hand. Some companies can custom build shelves to whatever specification you need.
Even if you're not carrying inventory, metal shelving can be put to good use. It can help organize workstations, act as storage space for old documents, or function as a holding area for equipment or supplies.
The flexibility and customization of metal shelving means it's the right answer for all of these situations. They can be used in a commercial or residential setting. You are more likely to see metal shelving in the warehouse or in a setting like a body shop. But you also may see shelves in an office setting, for filing, supplies, and equipment.
The combination of durability and scalability is just too much to pass up for many business owners. Shelves can be produced that can fit side-by-side or on top of each other. The result is shelving space that can grow with your business.
If you need more room, simply build up or out on the shelving you already have in place. It's an easy option for those that don't know where their business is going to go in the next few years. That is just about every business owner out there.
This information is brought to you by Ted Thorsen Material Handling Inc.
Ted Thorsen Material Handling and Reusable Packaging
Ted Thorsen has been a leader in material handling providing solutions for warehousing and distribution industry for 55 years. We have proudly offered competitively priced, cost-effective materials handling solutions, as well as custom designs to our national and international customers.
Our material handling products suit a full range of industries, including apparel and soft goods, manufacturing and distribution, electronics and assembly, automotive, healthcare and pharmaceutical, hospitality, retail, and more.
Our Custom Capabilities set us apart from our competition. We are problem solvers... whether it's a modification of an existing product or a totally new custom design, we can provide you the best material handling solution.
Ted Thorsen has a team of Experienced Product Specialists. Our staff averages 19+ years of material handling expertise. We offer Personal Service. When you call, you will speak to a "live" person, not an automated system.
If you need shelving, storage bins, labeling, cabinets, packaging, office furniture, workstations to organize your business Ted Thorsen material handling has the solutions to fit your needs. Give us a call at 1-800-233-8358 or shop online at http://www.tedthorsen.com
Written by Ted Thorsen Material Handling
It is a brand new year and its time to get your business organized.
When you organize your business and eliminate the clutter, you will feel reenergized. You will find that you are easily motivated to get straight to work when you don’t have a mess to deal with. We've all seen it before-the messy, unorganized warehouse or office with boxes stacked to the ceiling and all sorts of odds and ends just lying around. It doesn't seem like a big deal until orders start shipping late because you can't find the right product, part or file. While this may be an extreme case of disorganization, it's also not far from the truth with some businesses.
Simple ways to organize your office, business, or warehouse
Start an efficient filing system
Files that you do not use anymore, but may need to keep are best stored in storage bins or totes. Bins can be stored on shelves, in a closet or cabinet to save space. Know what you can throw away and what you need to keep. Throw away outdated information. Keep legal documents such as contracts, warranties and tax documents. Organize your files by color-coding, alphabetically, or by type of file. Consider having separate drawers for different areas of business, such as clients, finances, and media
Labeling- Labels can be a cheaper but effective way to keep your files and parts organized. You can put things in storage bins, cabinets, shelves, and put a nice label on it so things are easy to find. Some labeling systems have bar codes that can be scanned for a more modern way of tracking inventory and parts. >>Click for more info
Storage bins- Storage units and plastic containers are great for storing products you sell as well as for holding large supplies, like printer paper, folders, small parts, and supplies. >>Click for more info
If you have faced the problem of not having enough storage space, you know that everything can become a cluttered, disorganized mess. Storage space can be easily added through shelving, cabinet installation, drawers, storage units, bookcases and file cabinets.
- Shelving- Shelves are inexpensive, easy to install and can store books, files, binders, supplies or whatever you need. >>more info
- Cabinets and Lockers- Cabinets are a more expensive, more permanent option and are nice, because they conceal your materials. Many cabinets are fire safe to keep your files, supplies, equipment safe if the worst happens.>>more info
- Workbenches and Workstations- New workbenches and workstations can really make a difference in productivity. Allowing a great space to do your work, or house your computers. Some can even lock to keep your work secure.>>more info
The answer may be new metal shelving to hold and organize the inventory your business has on hand. Some companies can custom build shelves to whatever specification you need.
Even if you're not carrying inventory, metal shelving can be put to good use. It can help organize workstations, act as storage space for old documents, or function as a holding area for equipment or supplies.
The flexibility and customization of metal shelving means it's the right answer for all of these situations. They can be used in a commercial or residential setting. You are more likely to see metal shelving in the warehouse or in a setting like a body shop. But you also may see shelves in an office setting, for filing, supplies, and equipment.
The combination of durability and scalability is just too much to pass up for many business owners. Shelves can be produced that can fit side-by-side or on top of each other. The result is shelving space that can grow with your business.
If you need more room, simply build up or out on the shelving you already have in place. It's an easy option for those that don't know where their business is going to go in the next few years. That is just about every business owner out there.
This information is brought to you by Ted Thorsen Material Handling Inc.
Ted Thorsen Material Handling and Reusable Packaging
Ted Thorsen has been a leader in material handling providing solutions for warehousing and distribution industry for 55 years. We have proudly offered competitively priced, cost-effective materials handling solutions, as well as custom designs to our national and international customers.
Our material handling products suit a full range of industries, including apparel and soft goods, manufacturing and distribution, electronics and assembly, automotive, healthcare and pharmaceutical, hospitality, retail, and more.
Our Custom Capabilities set us apart from our competition. We are problem solvers... whether it's a modification of an existing product or a totally new custom design, we can provide you the best material handling solution.
Ted Thorsen has a team of Experienced Product Specialists. Our staff averages 19+ years of material handling expertise. We offer Personal Service. When you call, you will speak to a "live" person, not an automated system.
If you need shelving, storage bins, labeling, cabinets, packaging, office furniture, workstations to organize your business Ted Thorsen material handling has the solutions to fit your needs. Give us a call at 1-800-233-8358 or shop online at http://www.tedthorsen.com
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