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Used Warehouse Equipment: Used Mezzanine

Hello again.  We have another exciting used package to discuss in this weeks Storage Solutions blog.  This week we are highlighting the specs on a lightly used mezzanine that is currently located in Ontario, California.

22,000 Sq. Foot Mezzanine

It can be resized to fit your exact needs. 

Size:  181' x 127' (Approximate)

Column Spacing:  17' x 16' (Approximate)

Top of Deck:  167-7/8"

Clear Height:  149-7/8"

Decking:  Roof Deck and Resindek 45;  Color:  Gray

Please contact Storage Solutions for more information on this used package or to inquire about other new/used pallet rack and other material handling equipment. 

Used Pallet Rack Package: Drive-In and Pushback

Hello again, and thanks for visiting the Storage Solutions weekly blog post!  This week we will be providing the specs for a package of used pallet rack that we have just purchased.  All of the pallet rack is Frazier Structural Rack, and it is available as both Drive-In and Pushback pallet rack.  Let's take a look at the products.

Frazier Structural Drive-In Pallet Rack:

• 2 Deep x 4 High--18 Bays with 144 Pallet Positions

• 3 Deep x 4 High--66 Bays with 792 Pallet Positions

• Drive-In Pallet Rack Uprights are 252"H and the entry uprights have Cant Legs angled back at 12"

• Drive-In Pallet Rack Uprights are on 54" Centers
  

• Drive-In Pallet Rack Beams are 50"L

Frazier Structural Pushback Pallet Rack:

• 3 Deep x 4 High, 2 Pallet Wide Pushback Pallet Rack--164 Bays with 3426 Pallet Positions

• 3 Deep x 4 High, 1 Pallet Wide Pushback Pallet Rack--5 Bays with 57 Pallet Positions

• 3 Deep x 2 High, 3 Pallet Wide Pushback Pallet Rack--4 Bays with 72 Pallet Positions

• Pushback Pallet Rack Uprights are 288"H

• Pushback Pallet Rack Lanes are 150"D from front to back

• 4 Spans of safety netting is available for the 3 Pallet wide pushback pallet rack for the tunnel lanes

• Structural end-of-aisle protectors are available at various lengths
  

Please contact Storage Solutions for more information on this used pallet rack package or to inquire about other new/used pallet rack and other material handling equipment. 

Storage Solutions Behind the Scenes: Our Project Managers

Here at Storage Solutions our number one priority is to meet the demands of our clients in a quick, and timely manner while maintaining the highest standards of quality in our work.  There are many different phases in this process, and one which often times goes unnoticed is the work done by our team of Project Managers.  While the sales reps are the ones that have the face-to-face relationship with our clients, the project managers are the ones that ensure that all of the details of the project are properly planned out and executed.  The sales reps are responsible for finding the best solution for the needs of our clients, but the project managers take over from there.  

From the inception of a project, the project managers are responsible for providing pricing for the material, freight rates, and installation.  They also coordinate with our team of CAD designers to ensure that the blueprints and drawings match the exact specifications of the customer.  Finally, the project managers are the main point of contact for clients questions about the project.

Angie Rajski 13 years @ Storage Solutions	Kelly Hargis 7 years @ Storage Solutions	Josh Stanton 2 years @ Storage Solutions	Dan Stroh 2 weeks @ Storage Solutions

Meet Storage Solutions Employee Dan Stroh

Storage Solutions is excited to announce that we have a new team member!  Dan Stroh has just joined our team of Project Managers at Storage Solutions Inc.  One of Dan's main responsibilities as a project manager will be taking care of the logistics for the shipping and receiving of pallet rack and material handling equipment.  He will also coordinate with our pallet rack and material handling vendors to make sure that we have an appropriate amount of new storage equipment in stock.  However, his most important responsibility at the moment is assisting in the order entry for new and used pallet rack and storage equipment.  This is to ensure that we are able to process all of the purchase orders and cater to our clients' needs in a timely manner. 

Dan has also been brought on board to help organize a large project we will be undertaking in the near future.  Storage Solutions has decided to add a large refabrication center to our current facility.  We will soon have the ability to refabricate pallet racking uprights and beams, allowing us to customize our storage equipment to the exact specifications of our customers. This is yet another step we are taking towards becoming the industry leaders for pallet racking and material handling equipment.  

Now let's get to know Dan:

Hometown:  Columbus, IN

Education:  DePauw University

What is the most interesting job you had before coming to work for Storage Solutions?  "The most interesting job experience I've had was working as an intern with the American Leadership Academy.  The Academy is based out of Indianapolis, but they host students in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico every spring.  The added joy from being able to swap the dismal Indiana winter for the sun and beaches of Cabo, along with getting to meet and become friends with many different succesful leaders made for a truly unforgettable experience." 

What excites you the most about being part of the Storage Solutions team?  "While terms like pushback rack, carton flow, and roll form pallet rack were very confusing on day one, I am beginning to understand many of the different terms and applications for the equipment in this industry.  I am just excited to continue learning more about the pallet racking and material handling industry so that I can have a positive impact on the Storage Solutions team."

Closing or Consolidating Your Warehouse? Let Storage Solutions Help!

Due to the poor economic conditions over the last 12 months, many companies have decided (or been forced) to consolidate and/or close some of their facilities in an effort to minimize expenses.  This process can be much more difficult than some might expect, and can be the cause of some very large headaches if not handled appropriately.  However, Storage Solutions offers a number of services that will make your transition simple and easy. 

• In addition to selling new material handling equipment, we also purchase used material handling equipment.  This provides an easy option for any company that has been forced to close one or more facilities and liquidate their assets. 
  
• We also offer trade in value for your used equipment, if you are looking to alter or modify the equipment in your current storage facility. 
  
• We have our own team of professional installers, which allows us to help make your transition into your new facility as seamless as possible.  Many companies hire third party contractors to perform their installation and demolition services.  Our crews are specifically focused on installing and tearing down pallet rack and racking components.  This enables us to get the job done in a quick and efficient manner, while maintaining an exceptional level of quality in our work.

Material Handling Definitions

For those of you who don't know a lot about pallet rack, here are some helpful terms and definitions:

Accumulator Conveyor--Any conveyor designed to permit accumulation of packages, objects, or carriers. May be roller, live roller, belt, power-and-free, or chain conveyors.

Palletizer/Depalletizer--Palletizer is an automatic or semiautomatic machine, consisting of synchronized conveyor(s) and mechanisms to receive cartons from a conveyor(s) and place them onto pallets according to a prearranged pattern. The depalletizer is an automatic machine consisting of synchronized conveyors and mechanisms to disassemble a pallet load and discharge single cartons.

Batch Manufacturing--The production of parts or material in discrete runs, or batches, interspersed with other production operations or runs of other parts or materials.

Automatic Warehouse--A warehouse in which a substantial part of the receipt, storage and dispatch functions are performed without manual handling of the goods involved. 

Please visit storage-solutions.com for all of your material handling needs.  

Storage Solutions 2010 Catalogs Now Available!

I'm sure that most of you are probably relieved that 2009 is finally over, and I hope all of you have gotten off to a much better start to 2010!  Things certainly seem to be looking up for 2010, and one thing that we are excited about is the arrival of our new 2010 Storage Solutions catalogs.  This year's catalog is bigger and better than ever before; we've expanded our inventory and increased our facility in order to better serve the needs of our clients.  In addition to the pallet rack and shelving that we have always focused on, we have added additional material handling equipment, shop equipment, safety products, and much more!  Please click here to request a new Storage Solutions catalog, and find out what all the fuss is about!

Did you know...Our Installation Team

We here at Storage Solutions would like to devote this week's blog to recognizing some of the accomplishments of our installation crews in 2009.  As you may or may not know, we have our own team of professional installation crews.  This helps us provide you some very big benefits!  It allows us to save our customers a lot in the overall cost of purchasing new racking equipment.  Independent contractors can be very expensive, and this additional variable can substantially increase the total cost of your pallet rack purchase.  Additionally, our crews are specifically focused on installing and tearing down pallet rack and racking components.  This enables them to get the job done in a quick and efficient manner, while maintaining an exceptional level of quality in their work.  With that being said, let's take a minute to look at some of their achievements from 2009:

• Installed over 295,000 Sq Ft of Free Standing Mezzanines

• Installed Shelf Supported Mezzanines consisting of 8,450 New and Used Shelving Sections

• Installed 8.5+ Million Sq Ft of New and Used Pallet Rack

• Installed 6,400 Sections of New and Used Shelving Sections

• Installed 28,000 pallet positions of Push Back & Drive-In/Thru

• Dismantled, Packaged, and Shipped over 9.5 Million Sq Ft of Used  Pallet Rack, Shelving, Mezzanines, Etc.

• Moved numerous companies' material handling equipment from old facilities to new ones

• Employ 8 Crew Leaders and 45 full time "In House" Laborers

• Completed projects in 27 States and Mexico including: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin

On behalf of the rest of us here at Storage Solutions, I would like to say thanks to all of our hard working installation crews.  Keep up the great work in 2010!

We Buy Used Warehouse Equipment!

Here at Storage Solutions, our niche is assisting clients with any type of warehouse transition. We understand that selling or moving your current material handling equipment can be a large headache.  We would like to help you resolve that issue.

Let us buy your used material handling equipment as we help you transition to a new warehouse or redesign your current one. Not only will you save money on your warehouse redesign, but it removes the hassle of finding a buyer and shipping your used equipment.

Contact us today to get our free recommendation for your new operation!

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Have a safe and happy New Years!  See you all in 2010!