Saving time and money with an industrial racking system It’s crucial for a warehouse to be as organised as possible. Statistics show that warehouses and distribution centres are becoming larger. Between 2016 and 2018 , the average square footage of a warehouse increased by 11%, while the average height grew by 5%. With the pandemic,
The modern-day challenges When you’re responsible for managing a warehouse, there are many challenges that you need to be aware of. You need to make sure the layout of your warehouse is as optimised as possible, and your inventory is easy to locate. A mismanaged and disorganised warehouse not only leads to wasted time and
How the pandemic overhauled the way we work The pandemic changed all of our lives in so many ways. One aspect of life where its lasting effect has been truly profound has been upon the world of work. Pre-pandemic, many of us commuted, working in office settings, doing strict 9-5 desk jobs. When the government
Clever storage solutions for small spaces Whether in our homes or in commercial business spaces, it’s all too easy to end up surrounded by clutter. It can lead to feelings of disorganisation, and in practical terms, running out of usable space. This blog post from Racking and Shelving Limited reveals four design hacks to help
Heavy duty, industrial shelving is a very important consideration in any workshop or factory. Having good quality, strong and robust shelving reduces the risk of workplace accidents by some measure, and it also helps to maximise the storage space of your premises too. At Racking & Shelving we are trusted by customers throughout Northern Ireland
At Racking & Shelving Ltd, we are often asked for our expert guidance on what type of industrial storage cabinet is required in various different scenarios. We supply and install many different types of commercial storage cabinets , and they each have their own set of pros and cons, depending on the application. Here, we’ll
Whether you work from home or you run a small busy office, the organisation of the workspace (or lack thereof) has a huge impact on productivity and morale. We all know that an untidy working environment can be chaotic and stressful; nevertheless, facing up to a big clear-out can be a daunting task. It’s not
Photo by Jake Nebov on Unsplash What is pallet racking? Pallet racking is a type of warehouse storage system that holds goods on pallets in rows over multiple levels. Pallet racking is available in a variety of different formats to suit different warehouse operations, but all of them can significantly increase storage capacity by making
Shelving plays a central role in both the productivity and appearance of your business. Well thought-out shelving can streamline your working practices, saving your workforce hours of time – and therefore money. Robust, good quality shelving will help maximise the space and increase the efficiency and safety of any warehouse. Not sure where to start?
Photo by Pickawood on Unsplash Providing a safe, comfortable and efficient working environment is of utmost importance to the wellbeing of your staff and your business. When it comes to a sizeable area like a warehouse, the single best thing you can do to ensure the safety of your workforce is to install high-quality storage
