Companies that want to grow cannot rely on manual operations.
While staff is essential to business development, labor can be much better utilized in functions other than loading, organizing, and transporting goods.
These are the functions that storage equipment is used for. The automation of previously manual processes only brings benefits to the distribution center (DC), as it reduces the chances of loss or damage to products.
These solutions also improve the organization of space and operational safety conditions.
What is storage equipment?
Storage equipment can be classified into different categories. Check out some of the most common models below and how they can benefit your warehouse or distribution center:
Pallet Rack System
This is one of the most widely used systems by companies because of its quick handling. Pallet racks facilitate the search for goods and can be adapted to changes in size in relation to the space in which they are located.
Pallet rack storage equipment operates correctly in order separation, works with medium to high product turnover and can be expanded to large structures. Thus, it can operate in any positioning direction.
In terms of operation, the Pallet Truck is a system compatible with all types of forklifts available on the market. It also supports different combinations of dimensions, weight and load volume.
Bertolini offers three types of Pallet Rack systems:
● conventional;
● double depth;
● narrow corridor.
Regardless of the types of storage equipment chosen, managers will notice improvements in inventory control, storage optimization and organization for the company.
Self-supporting warehouse
The Bertolini Self-Supporting System reduces the need for common steps in the construction of a conventional warehouse, making the investment more profitable. In other words, with a shorter execution time compared to the conventional system, anticipating the return on the invested capital.
These storage equipments are made of the highest level of engineering solutions, supporting large loads and heights. Their structure protects the goods from any adverse weather conditions, reducing the chances of product breakage.
Furthermore, the self-supporting warehouse is adaptable to spaces because it is developed vertically. It offers different degrees of automation and combines, in a single piece of equipment, intelligent structure, high performance and resistance.
Flow Rack System
Among the storage equipment available, the Flow Rack is quite popular because its operation does not depend on human action – gravity does practically all the work.
Thanks to a conveyor belt or rollers, the material enters from one side and leaves from the other. When the material is removed, the next item takes its place. Thus, the order is maintained that the first to enter is the first to leave, according to the First In, First Out (FIFO) philosophy.
This philosophy is essential in the industry, especially those that deal with tighter shelf lives. This is the case with perishable foods, for example.
When we think about this philosophy, it’s easy to understand why Flow Rack is so beneficial: the “queues” move as new products are added to the queue. Therefore, the first ones in are the first ones out, improving the flow of control.
Other advantages of the Flow Rack system include:
● perfect integration with other systems;
● high productivity performance;
● savings of up to 70% in travel time.
Cantilever System
Since we are talking about storage equipment, it is impossible to leave out the Cantilever system. It is especially recommended for companies that need to store large parts, products and goods.
This system has horizontal and vertical structures, benefiting all processes carried out within the environment in which it will be inserted. If necessary, the Cantilever system can undergo changes to better meet the company's needs.
The implementation of this equipment involves important aspects that have been designed and prepared for the company's future: flooring and leveling. Its adoption brings great benefits to the warehouse as it is a resistant system, providing a truly positive investment. In addition, its simplified structure increases the flow of daily activities.
Other advantages of this type of storage equipment is that they can store different types of material, with a fast operational process and suitable for changes.
Shelving System
Finally, we have the Estanteria system. Bertolini developed the Estanteria Leve system based on the technical knowledge and needs of companies that operate with storage. This equipment offers logistics processes the storage of items on a continuous surface, without the need for utility accessories, such as boxes and pallets.
Therefore, the main advantage of this system is its flexibility in use for storage processes. In addition, its operation allows the loading and removal of products to be done manually, which is ideal for small businesses.
This storage equipment changes the layout of the space, as it is possible to add one or more levels of walkway. Likewise, shelf levels can be added, which helps in the development of operations.
In addition, the shelving offers stairs that connect the different levels, always in accordance with current regulations. This increases the picking, storage and order separation capacity. At the same time, it reduces order processing time.
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