Case Study: Selective Racks and Shelved Platform for Auto Parts
Storage Type: Selective Racks and for Auto Parts
Location: SE, Calgary
Industry: Auto Parts
Main Challenge:
The client, an auto parts distributor based in Calgary, faced a significant storage challenge. With a diverse range of products of varying sizes, weights, and uses, the existing storage space quickly became inadequate. The company was storing parts ranging from small components to large engine blocks, which created difficulties in organizing and accessing inventory efficiently. The combination of limited space and the need for easy access to various items led to a cluttered warehouse that hindered operational efficiency.
The main challenge was not only finding a way to store this broad assortment of auto parts but also ensuring the system would allow for easy retrieval, without wasting valuable time or taking up additional space. The existing layout and shelving system weren’t flexible enough to accommodate the range of products, which left the client looking for a more customized, space-efficient solution.
Trimet’s Solution:
To address these challenges, Trimet’s team designed a tailored solution using selective racking and a shelved platform for auto parts. The selective racking system, ideal for a wide variety of parts, allowed the client to access each individual product without having to move other items. The flexibility of selective racks meant that the client could store parts of different shapes and sizes, optimizing the available floor space.
In addition, Trimet implemented a shelved platform for auto parts above the racks. This multi-level design effectively utilized the vertical space in the warehouse, providing additional storage without expanding the warehouse’s footprint. The shelved platform for auto parts was customized specifically for the auto parts industry, ensuring easy access to all items stored above. By incorporating vertical spacers into the design, Trimet was able to enhance the organization further, allowing for clear, separate storage of different parts and categories.
Outcome:
The new storage solution allowed the client to store their diverse range of auto parts in a more organized and accessible way, effectively utilizing the available space. The combination of selective racking and the shelved platform for auto parts maximized vertical storage, increased efficiency, and reduced retrieval times. The client was able to store a larger quantity of parts in the same area while ensuring easy access to each item. This solution not only solved the space issue but also helped streamline operations, improving overall productivity and inventory management.
