SHELVING, RACKING AND STORAGE CONCEPTS 1 JULY 2017 FREE GUIDE
ABOUT SUPERMARKET SHELVING Supermarket Shelving has been in the second hand shelving and racking Industry for over 30 years and we are able to supply the biggest and the smallest companies with their shelving and racking requirements. When we start a project, we are involved from the beginning to the end. This often includes designing floor plans while overseeing the project through to completion. Supermarket Shelving Company takes pride in offering decades of quality services in new and second hand shelving and racking manufacturing industry. 2
Contents Page About Supermarket Shelving Company (2) Chapter 1: Racking System (4) Chapter 2: Space (6) What will you be storing? (7) What capacity do you need? (8) Selectivity (9) Chapter 3: Budget (10) Warehouse Layout (11) Chapter 4: Packing profiles (12) Regulations (12) Chapter 5: Commercial and Office shelving and racking (14) Residential garage shelving (16) New shelving vs. Second-hand shelving (18) Mezzanine flooring (19) Gondola shelving (23) Pallet racking and container shelving solutions (24) New Racking vs. Second-hand racking (26) Steel racking (27) Chapter 6: Warehouse Racking and Industrial shelving specifications (29) 3
Chapter 1: Racking System The racking system in your warehouse facility serves as the entire framework for your operation. When choosing an industrial warehouse racking option, you need racking solutions that are ideal for your space and built to last. The first step is to examine the space and decide if shelving or racking is predominately needed. 4 For larger areas, larger items, or high product flow, industrial warehouse racks will probably be the most effective and efficient option. The next step is to decide which style of rack is the best solution for your space. There are various options to choose from exploring all of the options is the best way to customize your warehouse in order to maximize your industrial space.
At the very heart of a fully functional, successful warehouse lies a well-planned system with storage and logistics as key aspects. The prime question to ask oneself should be, what kind of racking or shelving structure would I benefit most from? Your warehouse-racking layout can include a small part of your space, or used to furnish your entire warehouse. With a wide range of options to choose from, customizing your industrial warehouse racking to maximize density and efficiency will be a breeze. 5
Chapter 2: Space Making the most of your floor space is essential for any business. Instead of just considering the dimensions of the ground room, think about how you can utilise your vertical space too. Different storage solutions offer different advantages considering space. When deciding on storage space usage and access to storage should be kept in mind, there is no point is having plent of storage but no way to access it. 6
What will you be storing? Consider not only the weight of the load that will be stored but the dimensions. Before making an investment in good quality racking, the weight of your load should be a main consideration and how it will be moved going forward i..e forklift truck 7
What capacity do you need? Capacity is another key factor in your racking system. You should never assume your capacity requirements always have the correct weights, in order to choose a system with your largest capacity in mind. 8
Selectivity Selectivity, or how often you need to be able to access each individual rack or shelve, is also a major part of your system choice. If you need to be able to access all of your shelves/racks at once, you will need a lower density storage system. 9
Chapter 3: Budget With design and installation as key factors of a racking solution that will be successful in your warehouse, you should ensure that the option you choose works with your budget. It is worth noting that high quality racking can be sourced both new and used. 10
Warehouse layout Planning the layout of your racking and other operations within the warehouse will assist with the logistics of your operation; understanding the flow of items both in and out as well as maintaining a safe, working environment. With these in mind, there are a number of options to consider to allow you to maximise space and budget with n o compromise on the efficiency of the warehouse. 11
Chapter 4: Picking Profiles The picking of profiles, or the way your stock is moved out of the warehouse, is another important factor in choosing your racking system. You should determine what you are primarily picking as well as how your orders move before choosing a system. 12 The type of shelving or racking system you choose should also take into account your needs in terms of forklift access. Different systems allow for different sizes of lift trucks and varying levels.
Rules and Regulations Before choosing your shelving or racking system, you should also take into account any regulations for warehouses in your area. These may affect the types of materials you are allowed to use and what system will work best in your warehouse. 13
Chapter 5: Commercial and Office Shelving And Racking Organise your working space with our quality DIY bolt-on office shelving and storage solutions. Our easy to install bolt-on office shelving and racking solutions are ideally suited to any home or corporate office space that requires a storage capacity of up to 60kgs. Our wide range of second-hand shelving provides a budget friendly solution to organise your filing systems or archive rooms. 14
Commercial & Office shelving specifications include: 15 Shelf load: Up to 60kgs Ease of Installation: Easy bolt-on DIY installation Durability: Metal shelving provide increased durability Length: 1 Meter Long Depth: Varied depths (305mm, 381mm, 457mm and 610mm) Unit Height: 1.9 or 2.2m to accommodate varying ceiling heights Shelf Height: Adjustable bolts allow customisation to meet your unique office space requirements.
Residential Shelving Tidy up your garage with our quality DIY shelving solutions. Tidy up your garden or garage tools with our easy to install bolt-on racks, which can be uniquely customised to improve your home s space. Our wide range of second-hand storage shelves present homeowners with the ability to effortlessly move and install racks for optimal use of pantry or garage space. 16
17 Shelving specifications include: Shelf load: Store household goods of up to 60kgs per shelf Ease of Installation: Easy assembly in the comfort of your own home Durability: Raw metal or spray painted to protect against scratches or rust Length: 1 Meter Long Depth: Varied depths (305mm, 381mm, 457mm and 610mm) Unit Height: 1.9 or 2.2m to accommodate varying ceiling heights Shelf Height: Shelving can be adapted to accommodate your unique garage requirements.
New Shelving Vs. Second - Hand Shelving Second-hand shelving is perfectly suited to home garages or small workshops, however we understand that some home owners prefer to have a fresher finish. We ensure that you receive the best. We buy, refurbish and sell previously used shelving. Please contact us for more information. he best home storage solution to accommodate your personal preferences. 18
Mezzanine Flooring Save space and increase storage capacity with quick and easily installed mezzanine level flooring. Our instant mezzanine flooring solution is ideally suited to warehouses, industrial sectors and open plan offices. This robust intermediate level flooring makes optimal use of wasted high-volume space by offering a variety of functional uses such as additional office space or extra storage capacity. 19
Mezzanine flooring specifications: An option of 21mm Shutter ply or open steel floor planking is available Carrying capacity of up to 1000kgs pm/2 Sizes quoted per square meter as per client requirements Option to include staircase and hand railings Rack or structurally supported 20
Installation differs depending on your option of flooring suited to your unique needs: Choose between second-hand or new rack supported flooring or structured support. Rack support has the racking installed first and then the flooring is placed on top, while structurally supported flooring has the structure set-up first followed by the flooring. Optional extras include staircases and hand railings. 21
Get started with your mezzanine flooring solution now. All that is required for you to start the process is to send us an enquiry to set an appointment for us to come and conduct a site evaluation. We will provide you with a free comprehensive quote for your flooring storage space saving solution. 22
You get them in either 1.5 high or 1.8 high Gondola Shelving With the 1.5 unit you will have a 914 x 460 base shelf, 2 of 914 x 381 shelves and the top shelf will be 914 x 305. Each shelf will have a carry capacity of 60kg. With the 1.8 unit you will have a 914 x 460 base shelf, 3 of 914 x 381 shelves and the top shelf will be 914 x 305. Each shelf will have a carry capacity of 60kg. 23
Pallet Racking and Container Shelving Solutions Durable metal racking uniquely designed for pallets holding goods of up to 3 Tons. Most warehouses and factories require high volume storage solutions that offer robust support for heavy-duty pallets. Industrial or retail companies with large storage requirements need to constantly optimise their available space. Having a long-term, compact storage solution is paramount in ensuring productivity. 24
Pallet Shelving specifications include: 25 Durable metal design withstands heavy weights of up to 3 tons per level / shelf Quality metal racking design provides for easy loading and offloading of pallets for your forklifts Floor planning advisers ensure optimal manoeuvrability to access your cargo Ideally suited to bulk sale warehouses, factories, furniture retailers, motor vehicle manufacturing plants, and car part or car tyre fitters.
New Racking vs. Second Hand Racking Previously used pallet racks can be just as durable as new shelving, however it is far cheaper. However should you prefer new pallet racking, we are able to supply these to you at the most affordable prices from reputable shelving companies in South Africa, while ensuring that you receive the most suitable solution for your unique requirements. 26 We buy, refurbish and sell previously used racks. Please contact us for more information.
Steel Racking We supply light and heavy duty as well as bolt on shelving made out of steel for sustainable storage. Steel racks are ideal for industries such as: Garage storage, home and corporate offices for storing goods of up to 60kgs Retail shopping for storing light duty to maximum weight of 250kgs Warehouses and Industries for heavy bulk storage of up to 3 tons 27
By choosing steel racks you are awarded the opportunity to: Effortlessly move and install racking for your convenience Customise your order according to your specific storage needs Save on used racks Guaranteed quality racks which are sturdy and dependable for new racks Carry large quantities of goods per duty restrictions (bolt on shelve, light and heavy) 28
29 Chapter 6: Warehouse Racking and Heavy Duty Industrial Shelving Solutions Durable heavy duty racking solutions for warehouses, factories and industrial companies. Our warehouse and industrial racking solutions are carefully designed to meet the heavy duty storage requirements of large warehouses. Industrial shelving requires a more durable and stable structure than ordinary shelving, and demands the expertise of a shelving specialist to carefully plan and customise a suitable racking solution according to very particular storage requirements.
Industrial racking specifications include: Storage load: Bulk loads of up to 3 tons per level / shelf Ease of Installation: Expert advice recommended for floor and storage planning Durability: Heavy duty shelving provides higher durability Length, Height and Depth: Customised to client s specifications 30 Every warehouse has varied requirements ranging from the number of frames, beams or decks required to accommodate their large-scale carrying capacities. Our team of experts will provide a customised solution to meet each client s unique racking requirements.