Storage Shelving

Storage shelving units enable facility managers to convert unused space into valuable storage and organization space. Workers complete tasks faster when they can access materials quickly, safely, and easily. Companies often find these results in a significant reduction of man-hours and the elimination of overtime hours. Storage shelving also can potentially convert sufficient vertical cube space into storage space that a facility that was previously overcrowded now has plenty of room to continue operating, and the need to relocate no longer exists. Keeping overhead at a minimum and helping companies avoid the expenses of moving are just two examples of how storage shelving units can generate a tangible return on investment for organizations that invest in them.

Storage shelving systems can be used for storing almost any item or container that has a flat bottom surface. The bulk of our 18 gauge and 20 gauge steel wire shelves can easily handle 400-450 lbs in weight. Weight capacity is not the factor to consider when making a purchase, however. It is equally important to balance the load you are storing as it is to support the load. Otherwise, storage shelves can become imbalanced toward the front and tip over during use. To prevent this hazard, calculate the total length, width, and height of the total items you plan to store. The wider the crate or box, the more physical shelf area you will need to evenly distribute the load.

Easy Rack used commercial storage shelving is available in open backed models and closed back models. Both bring specific benefits to different environments and tasks. For smaller items that do not weigh very much, open backed systems provide plenty of support and allow workers to retrieve materials from the front, back, or even the sides of the shelves. Open back storage shelving is often used inside offices to store file boxes containing invoices, tax documents, and employee records. They are ideal for storing office supplies when you run out of closet space, or for storage in portable buildings that have no closets. Closed back shelves or custom made shelving are more stable because they partly rest against the wall. This reduces the risk of tipping and also helps conserve floor space.

If you intend to store very heavy crates, machine parts, or heavy containers, it is vest to overestimate the amount of weight capacity you will need and invest in an industrial strength storage shelf, rivet shelving or a wide span system. Employees may not be aware of the amount of weight already stored on the unit, and they may inadvertently add more materials than the unit can handle. This often happens when people are in a hurry. Industrial shelves are designed to minimize the risk of tipping, but overloading them will cause them to bow in the middle and reduce unit lifespan. Planning ahead will prevent this from occurring. When calculating weight capacity, always purchase storage steel shelving that allows room for growth and allows for contingencies and human error as well.

Also, please be aware that shelving dimensions refer to the total L x W x H measurements of the steel components, not the actual cubic storage space. As in the case of weight capacity, it may be necessary to purchase the next size up to give your facility the cubic storage you need for all of your materials. You can also call an Easy Rack material handling expert and look into having a custom unit built along to special dimensions.

Easy Rack carries a wide variety of commercial shelving, material handling equipment, commercial lighting, used pallet racks, and modular prefab buildings installed nationwide.

If you can not find what you are looking for call us toll free at 1-888-776-3720 and we will find it for you. Our home office is located in Houston, Texas with warehouses located throughout the United States that enable us to service all 50 states including New Orleans, La., Cleveland, Ohio, Kansas City, Mo., Mesa, Arizona, Virginia Beach, Va., Omaha, Nebraska, Oakland, California, Miami, Florida, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Arlington, Texas, Beaumont, Texas, Denton, TX, McKinney, Texas, Midland, TX, Killeen, Texas, ALBQ, NYC, LA, MPLS.

Maximize storage space in your warehouse with drive through pallet racks from Easy Rack

Are you quickly running out of space in your warehouse?
One of the best ways of maximizing storage space within your warehouse is by implementing a system of drive through pallet racks available from Easy Rack. These drive through pallet racks are a great way to boost storage capacity without chewing up valuable floor space.

What are the drawbacks of a traditional storage system?
Traditional racking systems require large amounts of floor space for fork lifts to navigate between racks. These so called "fork lift alleys" typically are wider than a standard rack itself, which translates into less storage and more aisles. By replacing conventional rack systems and using Easy Rack drive through pallet racks, you can maximize available space and increase storage capacity.

How does a drive thru pallet racking system work anyway?
A drive through pallet rack system involves storing the pallets in a consolidated area. Instead of having fork lift aisles between the pallet racks, they are arranged against each other, and are then removed one at a time as required. While there are a number of disadvantages to this material handling solution, it represents the absolute best way of maximizing the use of warehouse space, and should definitely be considered by any business for whom limited room could present a hurdle to expansion.

What is the main disadvantage to drive thru pallet racking?
The main disadvantage of a drive through pallet racking is that only the perimeter pallets can be accessed at any time. This means that if your staff need to get access to materials that are stored in the middle, they will need to shuffle other pallets first. When considering whether to implement a material handling solution in your workplace, it is important to decide whether what impact it will have on being able to select different items on demand is more important than the space saving benefits that it will produce versus efficiency costs.

How do I learn more about drive through pallet racking equipment and installation?
Easy Rack, a Nationwide supplier of material handling equipment can answer most of your questions. The pallet rack installers at Easy Rack are friendly, knowledgeable and ready to earn your business. Want to talk to a real person? Contact Easy Rack today at 281-342-0200.

Material Handling Equipment Installation, Service & Sales From Easy Rack!

Easy Rack has developed a solid reputation as experts in managing material handling equipment installations on a Nationwide basis. Dynamic companies with sustained growth, should utilize the latest storage technologies and draw upon the expertise from material handing companies like Easy Rack located in Houston Texas.

Easy Rack brings to the table a full range of material handling equipment installation expertise and provides everything you need for a modern storage facility. That includes a multitude of storage equipment and racking including storage shelving, pallet racks, tire storage racks, industrial shelving and commercial lighting.

Installation of complex shelving and pallet rack systems must carried out by professionals with regular maintenance to ensure that the structure is sound and not overloaded. Reliability is one of the key factors in the efficiency of your business, and with Easy Rack, you are buying equipment that is built to last for years.

Over the past few years, Easy Rack has developed a business model and systems to help you to grow in the most effective way possible. If you are serious about getting the best quality material handling equipment installed in your factory or warehouse, then you need to look at the range of products that Easy Rack has to offer. With everything available from forklift truck attachments to make lifting easier, to special ergonomic work station equipment that provide your staff better access to whatever they are working on, and reducing injuries due to inadequate equipment.

Easy Rack material handling installation specialists can answer all questions you have about which material handling products work best with your specific operations. Call one of our industrial specialists today at 281-342-0200 and ask about our modular buildings and modular building installation.

Many businesses turn to Easy Rack when they need pallet rack installers that they can trust.

As specialists in procuring all forms of material handling equipment, Easy Rack have become well known as some of the most efficient pallet rack installers in the United States. With proven experience in providing and integrating the most complex industrial installations, it should come as no surprise that so many businesses turn to Easy Rack when they need pallet rack installers that they can trust.

In almost any industry, good storage systems are the foundation upon which the efficiency of a factory or industrial pallet rack installation is based. With confidence in the supply chain throughout your business you can plan long term strategies and be certain of how any expansion in volume will be handled. Therefore, it makes sense to use only the best quality equipment and resources when building your storage systems, and using pallet rack installers that you can trust to get the job done well will pay dividends to the bottom line of your business.

Pallet racks are the most popular storage systems in current use. Thanks to the flexibility that they offer coupled with the massive amounts of space, and compatibility with most standard delivery pallets, they provide a reliable and cost effective way of keeping your stock in order. As expert pallet rack installers, Easy Rack is able to lead you through the whole process of planning, purchasing and building a bespoke storage solution that is custom tailored to your building and business.

At Easy Rack, you will find that no matter what your material handling requirements are you will be able to get a comprehensive material handling solution that takes into account the very specific demands of your business. From installing a full pallet storage system and supplying you with all the conveyors cabinets and other items that a factory needs when it first opens through to delivering a simple small item of equipment, you will be treated as an individual that counts.

If you are considering an expansion program by adding a modular building or simply moving to a larger facility, Easy Rack would like to help with your installation and set up. We invite you to visit our material handling blog for a wealth of information and related articles. Our experienced pallet rack installers are well versed in all forms of cantilever racks, storage shelving, cranes of all types and many other forms of storage equipment.

Please call 713-553-1122 today to learn more about products and services provided by Easy Rack a Houston based commercial and industrial superstore!