Choosing the best warehouse racking system is a critical decision that can impact the efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness of your operations. Depending on the type of products, space configurations, and workflows within your business, one type of racking system may work better than another. To make the right decision, it’s important to consider a few key factors.
Inventory and Storage Needs
The first step in finding the best warehouse racking system is understanding your inventory and product mix. The products’ size, weight, quantity, and accessibility all play a role in what types of racking systems you may need. If your warehouse handles a high volume of SKUs and individual pieces, heavy-duty mobile shelving could be the answer. Look for systems that are space-savers with the ability to handle heavy loads, such as the Systems & Space ActivRACⓇ heavy-duty mobile shelving system. These carriages allow for you to mount existing pallet racking or shelving onto mobile carriages, and have a load capacity of 7,000 to 30,000 pounds per carriage, giving you the flexibility to store a large volume of items in a relatively small space.
If your inventory is made up of products of varying sizes or smaller items, consider shelving systems that allow for more accessible organization. Systems like modular shelving units offer the flexibility to store different-sized items efficiently, while still maintaining easy access.
Frequency of Access
Certain inventory inevitably moves faster than others. For this reason, it’s important to be able to access what you need, when you need it, safely and efficiently. The best way to do that is to have a mobile storage unit that can move easily to bring the inventory you need to an accessible location quickly.
The ActivRAC mobile shelving system mentioned above is perfect for moving pallets of inventory from one location to another on a predetermined rack for easy accessibility. Likewise, our mobile shelving units are excellent for getting to smaller inventory items as needed.
Future Expansion and Scalability
Your current storage needs may not be the same in the future, so it’s essential to select a system that can grow with your business. Modular racking systems or customizable solutions from Systems & Space, such as our multi-level shelving systems or mobile shelving units, offer the flexibility to adjust as your business scales. This ensures that you won’t need to overhaul your entire storage system as your inventory or operational needs change.
Selecting the right warehouse racking system requires careful consideration of your warehouse’s specific needs, including the type of inventory you store, how often it needs to be accessed, and the layout of your space. Whether you need high-density storage, easy accessibility, or scalable options, there is a solution to fit every requirement. By taking the time to evaluate these factors, and with the help of professional solutions like those offered by Systems & Space, you’re on the right path to an efficient warehouse.
