Five industries that Could Benefit from a Mezzanine Floor
Here at Racking & Shelving NI, we are mezzanine floor specialists across Northern Ireland and the UK, designing and manufacturing a comprehensive range of mezzanine floors as the perfect solution for a variety of industries to assist them in maximising the space available to their business and transforming their business environment.
From creating extra space to helping you save money on rental costs, there are countless benefits to having a mezzanine floor installed in the workplace. Their versatility makes them an ideal option for businesses in all sectors, but there are, of course, some that will benefit particularly well. We’ll list the first five in this article. But first of all:
What is a mezzanine floor?
A mezzanine floor is just the word for an additional level slotted in between a building’s main floors.
They are utilised as solutions in the retail, office, warehouse sectors and many more, providing vital additional floor space. These semi-permanent floor systems are typically installed into existing buildings, between two original, permanent stories. Mezzanines are usually free-standing, and can in most cases be dismantled and relocated.
Mezzanine floors in Offices
For a productive work environment, it’s important to make sure that you have ample storage space without cluttering up the work environment. Whether that’s storage for all important documents, space for employees to store their personal items or uniforms, control rooms, or additional workspace areas for your employees to pick and choose from as work environments, extra space is always welcome.
As your business changes so will your office requirements, but we all know that relocating an entire office of people is both expensive and time-consuming. If you need additional office space, whether you want to build a brand new meeting room or a relaxation zone for your employees, a mezzanine floor is well worth considering. They’re both stylish and cost-effective, making them a perfect addition for making the most of your space in any office environment.
Supermarkets and retail
If your retail business has expanded, whether you’ve decided to start selling a new product or you’re making your current range bigger, you may begin to run out of space. If this is the case, you’ll certainly benefit from a mezzanine floor.
You’ll be able to display your products with ample space for customers to browse comfortably and still maintain a well-organised shop layout, without having to move to a larger building – a top priority for all businesses in the retail sector. Whether to increase your stockroom space, storage for large, cumbersome or specialist items, office space, or simply to expand and clear your shop floor, a retail mezzanine might be the solution for you.
Gyms and leisure centres
When it comes to designing a comfortable and well-ventilated gym, you’ll need to make sure that your equipment is spaced out and that your guests have enough room to exercise as they wish. However, it’s also important to make improvements to your gym regularly to keep your customers interested, and this means purchasing more equipment.
To make sure your exercise areas don’t become overcrowded, consider having a mezzanine floor installed as an extension of your gym. It will keep your gym looking modern and spacious as well as provide room for new kit and workout methods, which is a must for effective workouts and sought-after gyms.
Restaurants and eateries
For businesses in the catering industry, mezzanine floors can be particularly useful. After all, if you have the workforce to cater for more covers, it makes sense to expand your space to accommodate your guests. This helps you to maximise a sizeable profit you could currently be missing out on.
By moving from your current location to another site, you lose the venue your customers have come to know and love and may become inaccessible to your loyal regulars and end up losing their valuable custom.
Installing a mezzanine floor into your existing premises ensures you’ll be able to take on more covers without the hassle and negatives of relocation.
Car dealerships
When you’re showcasing and selling large product like cars, space is at a real premium. Mezzanine floors can prioritise the aesthetic, keeping the sales floor sleek, and will help you to optimise every square foot of space available to you – increasing your sales potential.
Industry
For businesses in the industrial sector, maximising your space and storage is absolutely essential. Mezzanine floors in warehouses are perfect to use as additional storage, and can really increase your efficiency when it comes to organisation and order fulfilment. They can also expand production lines, as well as store machinery and equipment.
A cramped and crowded work floor can be extremely dangerous for your employees, and certainly won’t be conducive to a productive working environment.
If you’re in need of additional space, yet don’t want to relocate your business elsewhere, having a mezzanine floor installed could be the perfect solution. You’ll have extra space to store your products and equipment without contributing to an already busy work floor and will have the opportunity to make use of your warehouse’s vertical space.
Use your mezzanine for additional, specialist item storage, integrated with racking systems, or add space which can be used for internal offices or as picking/packing space. A mezzanine can even increase production capacity, as you add control or office space.
If you believe your business could benefit from a mezzanine floor, whether it fits into our list of the top 5 industries or not, look no further than Racking & Shelving NI for space-saving solutions you can rely on.
We’re experts in helping our clients optimise their current space and can provide a whole range of first-rate storage solutions to our customers across Northern Ireland. To discuss our mezzanine floors, pallet racking and other storage solutions, get in touch with our team of experts today.
