Rack Supported Mezzanine Systems
As a business expands, the need for extra space becomes imperative. However, the conventional approaches of building extensions or relocating to larger premises can be costly and disrupt operations for an extended period.
An alternative way to increase your building’s space without the need for an extension is by implementing rack supported mezzanines, also known as mezzanine racking systems. These cost-effective solutions enhance the storage capacity of a warehouse or distribution center by effectively utilizing vertical space.
The number of levels in these systems can vary depending on your specific needs and available vertical space, with some systems reaching heights of up to 5 or 6 levels.
How Rack Supported Mezzanines Benefit Distribution Centers
A mezzanine racking system offers numerous advantages to the operations of a distribution center, including:
- . Enhanced Throughput: Rack supported mezzanines enable the simultaneous loading and unloading of pallets and/or cartons at multiple locations within the system. This can be achieved through conveyors, VRCs (Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors), and pallet drop areas, as elaborated in the following section.
- . Increased Storage Density: One significant benefit of rack supported mezzanines is their ability to maximize vertical storage space, allowing for the efficient utilization of your entire storage area.
- . Improved Selectivity: These systems can be accessed by multiple employees simultaneously, often eliminating downtime during the picking process.
- Enables perfect pallet turnover (FIFO SYSTEM).
- Maximum capacity as storage system is compact.
- Time and space saved in pallet handling.
- Excellent Production stock control.
- Vital system for Perishable products.
