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Shelving – A Good Warehouse
Storage Solution for All
• Shelving is one of many warehouse storage solutions and allows you to
store items on static shelves. Since the stock is on static shelves, you
cannot use forklift to retrieve them. However, shelving is probably the
simplest storage option with easy access to stock. It is just like working
around aisles at a grocery store. You have to keep in mind though that
shelving is a right storage solution for small, light items. The items that
require manual picking and placement are quite suitable for this storage
solution. It means that you should consider opting for static shelves to
store clothing, agricultural produce, small products, and machine parts
and components. Shelving may not be the most suitable choice for
anything too heavy to carry.
• After weight, you need to consider the height of your shelves. Since you
cannot use forklift to place items on these shelves, you cannot go very
high with them. You may require ladder access but you should take
safety measures first. For bigger items, you can opt for long span
shelving, which is a relatively safer option.
• If you are not that interested in static shelving, you may consider using
another alternative called mobile shelving. It is quite suitable for data
storage because they are fit with a traction system. You should consider
this storage option when you want to store something that does not
require continuous access. Therefore, this particular warehouse storage
solution works great for retail store back areas. Moreover, mobile
shelving is an ideal choice with small warehouse spaces. It helps you to
utilize the available space in a most professional manner.