by Dan Furman | May 12, 2021 | Design, Material Handling, Pallet Rack, Warehouse Design
Let’s discuss warehouse racks and permits a little, because it can be an overlooked part of certain jobs. First of all, do you even need a permit? It will depend on your town or city’s laws, and also the type of project it is. And if you do need a permit...
by Dan Furman | Jan 25, 2021 | Blog Posts, Design, Pallet Rack, Uncategorized
Ok, let’s talk about mezzanine pricing for a bit. Because there are a few things to go into getting the best price for a mezzanine. The first thing you have to decide is whether you want to go for a new or used mezzanine. The used might save you a few dollars at...
by Dan Furman | Nov 20, 2020 | Business, Design, Logistics, Pallet Rack Design, Warehouse Design, Warehouse Safety
A very early job of mine (we’re going back to the 80’s here) was as a “selector” in a supermarket-chain warehouse. Basically, my job was to get a list from an unpleasant dude behind a glass partition, hop on my motorized pallet jack, and go...
by Dan Furman | Aug 11, 2020 | Blog Posts, Business, Design, Material Handling, Pallet Rack, Pallet Rack Design, Uncategorized, Warehouse Design, Warehouse Safety, Warehouse Storage Systems
Warehouse Rack Manufacturers vs. Distributors The internet has really been a boon to both rack manufacturers and rack buyers, because it allows buyers to peruse many different companies to get exactly what they need. That stated, there is one drawback to the internet...
by Dan Furman | Jul 22, 2020 | Blog Posts, Business, Design, Industrial Shelving, Musings, Warehouse Storage Systems
Is buying used warehouse racks better? Not really. There’s a particular phrase that makes me instantly suspicious. It’s a phrase I heard a lot growing up in a household where “disposable income” was a pipe dream. And that phrase is “just as good”. I heard this phrase...
by Next Level | Apr 19, 2017 | Blog Posts, Design, Pallet Rack, Warehouse Storage Systems, Warehousing & Distribution
You might be thinking, Why should I hire a warehouse designer when I can do it myself? And perhaps you do have some of the skills necessary to configure a warehouse. Maybe you have what it takes to design the rack layout, or you have experience with permitting. The...
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