Multi Tier Racking System: Maximize Vertical Warehouse Space Efficiently

Floor space is extremely valuable in today’s world of logistics and warehousing; therefore, every square foot of available floor area is essential. A Multi Tier Racking System provides an innovative alternative that allows you to maximise your usable space through vertical stacking of storage. Thereby, multi-tier solutions offer you the ability to improve your workflow efficiency and provide you with better methods for managing your inventory without having to incur the expense of expanding your warehouse.

At MEK Engineering, we assist organisations to realise their full capacity via high-quality engineered storage systems that maximise accessibility, durability and anticipate future development. In doing so, we supply engineered storage solutions that integrate items like mobile pallet racking, heavy-duty industrial racking and long-span shelving; delivering storage solutions that work more effectively, as well as higher, for your operation.

The Importance of Utilizing Vertical Space in Warehousing

Warehouses frequently have available vertical space above their ceiling that remains unused or unproductive because of current single-level storage solutions i.e., using only the floor area of the warehouse/fulfillment building. 

Therefore, this unoccupied vertical volume is not used at all in terms of storage; this vertical ‘air-space’ can be utilized for storage by using a multi-tier racking system, thus creating multiple accessible levels to the racking system, resulting in an increase of overall storage volume on a per-pallet basis by 2.0 to 3.0 times without needing to expand the warehouse building.

This vertical strategy works best for those companies with diverse SKU assortment or tight footprint facilities  e.g., e-fulfillment, e-distribution centre and warehouse, manufacturing and spare parts storeroom.

Better Workflow & Organization

Multi-tier systems allow for better organization and workflow than standard shelving because they create separated and tiered aisles for order picking which will help to provide better stock rotation. Each tier of a multi-tier structure has a specific purpose; for example, the slower moving items can be placed on the top level and quicker moving items on the bottom level, thus providing less crowding and a shorter distance to travel for warehouse personnel.

Employees are able to observe more of the items they have been issued, which allows them to quickly find what they need to complete their order(s). Each shelf or supporting structure has been engineered for both safe human and mechanical access, resulting in increased levels of productivity while reducing the number of errors and congestion.

Elevate Your Space with MEK Engineering Solutions

We have an entire line of industrial storage systems to meet the varied needs of your multi-tier installations:

• Mobile Pallet Racking Systems

The mobile pallet racking systems that we create provide the ability to have racks on guided tracks to provide high-density storage while only using the aisles needed. If you’re in a fast-paced warehouse atmosphere, it’s a great way to increase the amount of product that you can fit into your racking system without hindering any forklift access.

• Industrial Racking for Heavy Equipment

If you are storing large or massive items in a warehouse, then you need quality heavy-duty industrial racks that support your product’s weight and can stand up to the demands of a very busy warehouse environment. These heavy-duty racks are built of heavy-gage steel and are designed to hold large amounts of weight while allowing for maximum pallet density without compromising on safety or accessibility.

• Long Span Shelving

Long span shelving provides flexibility and convenient access to the goods stored upon them when they are small in size (mini) or unevenly shaped. Long span shelving also enables good carton pick operations as well as storing parts for the use on an assembly line or warehouse that handles mixed loads. Long span shelving is a great addition to any multi-tiered shelving system.

• Two-Tier / Three-Tier Multi-Tier Racking System

Our multi-tier racking systems are available in a two-tier or three-tier configuration and provide maximum vertical space and increased working area in your facility. Integrated stairways, railings and walkways allow for easy access to each level.

• Mezzanine Floors

A mezzanine floor is a space built on top of an existing building. A mezzanine creates office space and a packing or workspace above the storage level in both multi-level racked areas and open floors – improving the height of the warehousing and the function of the facility.

Multitier Systems Provide Stability and Growth Trends

Flexibility is one of the major advantages of using a multitier system. The modular design allows for changes in inventory levels and workflow patterns over time to be easy to accommodate by extending the aisles or adding tiers at a later date. This provides a future proofing method for growing companies.

To ensure safety during all installations of your multitier system, MEK’s engineering teams built each area using sturdy walkways, railings, and structured access to each level. The additional benefit of usability relates to the fact that the solution you receive from a multitier system will help improve how you do business.

Bottomline

To sum up, there are many ways to optimize your warehouse space without having to undertake expensive moving or expansion projects. Using a multi-tier racking system and other complementary solutions such as mobile pallet racking, heavy duty industrial racking and long span shelving, give you the ability to maximize the use of your already existing facility by creating a more efficient way to use both vertical and horizontal space.

At MEK Engineering, our storage systems are designed to support the growth of your business, enable operational efficiencies and reveal the true potential of your warehouse.