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Warehouse Racking Layout

Guide to an Effective Warehouse Racking Layout

The defining line between the classification of a warehouse that is efficient and one that is not, is in the operations department. The racking layout will impact on the efficiency of operations, from stock control through to order dispatch. In order to correctly plan a racking layout there are 3 Golden Rules to keep in mind.

Selective Pallet Racking Standards AS 4084-2012

What is the Australian Standards AS 4084-2012?

The AS 4084-2012 is the Australian Standards document surrounding steel storage racking that outlines the specifications, procedures and guidelines. The objective of the document is to ensure steel storage racking sold within Australia is compliant with the specifications listed. Find out if your racking complies!

Safe Working Load (SWL) Limit Signs

Are Safe Working Load Signs Necessary?

Why does each installed racking system require safe working loads to be fitted to it? It’s a result of the Australian Standards AS4014 – 2012 & warehouse safety.

Second Hand Racking

New or Second Hand Racking?

For some businesses and organisations the savings of purchasing a second hand racking system are compelling. So, it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that the used racking system meets the standards AS4084-2012. Before committing to purchase a used racking system there are a number of risks to consider.

Cyclic Stock Take Vs. Annual Inventory Stock Take

Cyclic Stock Take Vs. Annual Inventory Stock Take

Day-to-day management of the business and dealing with clients are all time consuming tasks for a business owner. Consequently to spend a full day counting stock and accessing inaccuracies is too much time to sacrifice. Find out the benefits of a cyclic stock take.

Impact of Artificial Intelligence in the Warehouse

Impact of Artificial Intelligence in the Warehouse Industry

The warehouses around the globe have seen significant changes and automation processes implemented over the past decade. Within the warehouse industry, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the capacity to have a substantial impact on improving and adapting processes.

The Warehouse & eCommerce

eCommerce is not longer a fad for businesses in the retail market, it is a global movement that is leaving many traditional retailers behind. Buyers are now purchasing from the online world, that once was only possible to buy in-store. For some warehouses the technology of eCommerce has advanced faster […]

Do you really need to expand your warehouse?

Do you really need to expand your warehouse?

The storage space in your warehouse has a direct impact on the performance of your supply chain. When warehouse space becomes an issue, it doesn’t always mean that you need to find a larger warehouse. A warehouse relocation is a massive undertaking in expense and downtime for any business whether […]