Ensuring the success of your business lies in how smoothly your supply chain operates. Inefficient warehouse operations, in particular, negatively affect your overall business performance. From high operating costs to dissatisfied customers, these issues pile up and result in a loss of sales and reduced profitability. A warehouse audit can uncover unseen inefficiency. This practice ... Read more
Pallet racks are a common storage solution for most warehouses because they are practical and durable. However, more commonly than should happen, operators make the mistake of not knowing the load capacity of a pallet system. This results in compromised racks that will eventually break or topple over. Prevent accidents in your warehouse with the ... Read more
Pallet racking is a necessary component of any warehouse as it is the most cost-effective method of optimising storage space. It’s capable of carrying various items and equipment for long periods of time. However, pallet racks carry risks and hazards if they’re not managed properly. Misaligned racking, loose floor fixings and overloaded racks can result ... Read more
Warehouses are busy and lively places. However, with the operation of heavy machinery, hazardous materials, and transporting stock, warehouses can be dangerous places to work. With increased productivity comes increased risks of injury, especially when safety checks aren’t rigorously implemented, and warehouse safety audits are overlooked. To avoid workplace accidents and maintain a safe environment ... Read more
In New Zealand, regular inspections of storage racks are critical to warehouse safety management. Most regions of the country are prone to earthquakes which is why Worksafe New Zealand encourages warehouse managers to consult engineers and other professionals for verification and certification of their storage systems. Pallet racks, shelves, whatever you have installed in your ... Read more
