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Pallet racking solutions are a great way to maximise the space in your warehouse and better manage your inventory. However, before you install these storage solutions, there are many factors to consider to ensure maximum efficiency and the right safety practices. These are the primary considerations you will need to plan before installing new pallet racking solutions at your enterprise. Knowledge of the space available Understanding the precise dimensions of your site and the space available to you is the first necessary step...

Having a clean warehouse environment is essential for the health and wellbeing of all of your staff. It is also a vital part of your safety policies because poorly stored products and spills or mess left unattended can lead to injuries. While every warehouse typically has regular cleaning strategies in place, there is always room for improvement and elements that you might not have considered. So, here are some simple tips that can help you minimise and improve the cleaning procedures in...

Cost efficiencies are a prime consideration for any business, but they should never come as a sacrifice to the safety of your employees. Storage solutions in your warehouse are one area where cost-cutting should never be a factor, especially when it comes to second-hand racks and shelving. While you might get a lower price than a newer option, there is a range of risks associated with these used storage solutions that can create more problems than they solve. If you are looking to...

Efficiency is an economic advantage within all business operations, no matter what kind of industry you're in. These days, establishing an optimal warehouse strategy is crucial, with every element contributing towards your ability to utilise the storage space you have on hand. In this post, we show you 25 ways that your business can benefit from successful storage strategies, and increase output in your company. Establishing a high-efficiency warehouse Start with minimal stock Strategising warehouse storage starts with understanding the stock your...

When it comes to kickstarting your business, preparing your warehouse layout is one of those priorities that sits on the throne of your priority list. Ultimately, it’s the foundation of your success, allowing for maximum productivity and efficiency when carefully mapped out. Achieving improved workflow and operations as a result of a strategic warehouse environment will put you leagues ahead than if you chose to delay this part of the journey. But tackling this responsibility isn't just something for new businesses...

The retail sector is the largest industry in Australia, employing over 15 per cent of the total active workforce. Additionally, a large portion of workers in this industry falls within the younger demographic, with those under 25 making up 40 per cent of employees. However, retail is a fairly broad term and spans across businesses from all walks of life. Be it boutique stores through to supermarket chains, specialist stores, delivery and more – the contexts are widespread. Beyond this, each type...

No matter how complex or sizeable your environment is, space-saving is a critical operation in your warehouse. Why? Because it increases your business’s productivity and improves your profits when rolled out effectively. Maximising the space, you have readily available means you have the option of allowing more stock onsite, as well as creating more efficient storage systems. Establishing these from the outset delivers a far more streamlined approach to locating and picking stock. But managing your storage isn’t just about increasing the...

The SSI Schaefer Australasia Distributor conference in July 2013, was held in Auckland, New Zealand and attended by our distributors nationwide and senior management from Australia and Singapore. Each year, the “Distributor of the Year” award is presented at the conference which aims to recognise their achievements for the year. Due to their high degree of self-sufficiency and business growth, Better Storage Systems Pty Ltd was awarded the Distributor of the Year award. Better Storage embraces SSI Schaefer’s business principles and works co-operatively...

Darren and James attended the 2013 Surat Basin Energy & Mining Expo in June at the Toowoomba Showgrounds. It was a great opportunity to meet the local people and those from regional Queensland who have a need for racking and storage. We enjoyed spending time with the visitors who stopped by for a chat about what we do and how we can assist them with their storage needs. Many questions were asked about racking, storage and other related topics, along with...

Many businesses have a need for pallet racking. Regardless of the amount of racking and its size, correctly installed racking is imperative to providing a safe working environment. The type of racking required when used as a storage medium depends on a number of factors such as desired pallet storage capacity, inventory rotation and storage design. Some types of pallet racks include: selective, drive-in, push back, and narrow aisle. Regardless of the type of racking needed for a specific application...