Major Retailer’s Own ‘Home Improvement’ Warehouse Renovation | Apex Project Spotlight
Beyond Storage –See How a Warehouse Renovation Can Redefine Functionality
Apex Companies is proud to showcase one of our latest projects—a comprehensive warehouse renovation for a leading home improvement products retailer. This project aims to enhance the overall operational efficiency and adaptability of the space to better serve the retailer’s current and future needs. While the installation of specialized hazardous product storage is a significant component, the renovation encompasses a wide range of improvements designed to optimize the entire facility for maximum functionality.
1. Specialized Hazardous Product Storage
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In-Rack Fire Baffle / Extra Beam Protects Sprinklers |
Vertical Fire Baffle within High-Density Rack |
This designated area is hazardous due to the variety of products stored, including compressed air cylinders, flammable liquids, and oxidizing compounds. These materials require specialty storage solutions to ensure safety and compliance with industry regulations.
Safety Features: Our single-deep selective racking system incorporates essential safety measures to reduce fire risks, such as
- Metal decking/Fire baffle
- In-rack sprinklers
Additionally, we’ve included an extra beam to shield the sprinkler piping from potential forklift strikes during loading and unloading, enhancing overall protection.
Custom Heights: With over 545 bays featuring variable heights from 11 to 34 feet, this storage solution effectively accommodates a variety of hazardous materials.
2. Full Case Shipping and Receiving Area
In addition to hazardous storage, this warehouse renovation expanded the full-case shipping and receiving area:
- Scale and Efficiency: This section includes 4,240 bays at a height of 34 feet, organized into 40 back-to-back rows with a central forklift drive aisle for streamlined operations.
- Versatile Elevations: The storage layout supports a diverse SKU portfolio using 5 different elevations across the 26-bay storage area, ensuring optimal organization and accessibility.
3. Non-Conveyable and Specialty Storage
Following the completion of the hazmat area, we focused on the storage of non-conveyable, awkwardly shaped items such as broom handles and shovels.
Simplified Design: This area consists of 848 bays at 34 feet tall with an approximate footprint of 67,500 square feet. It includes a unique “dog kennel” section (pink section in CAD drawing below) to accommodate long and non-standard items such as piping.
4. Bagged Goods Storage
The bagged goods section of the warehouse renovation consists entirely of galvanized materials to prevent corrosion. The system includes 470 bays standing at 34 feet.
Effective Layout: Covering approximately 42,000 square feet, this area contains four different elevations with a maximum of three variations per row, addressing the needs of products like mulch and seed.
5. Cantilever Racking
The cantilever section (blue in CAD drawing to right) features six different elevations across 504 bays, standing at 26 feet tall.
Dedicated Space: This section occupies 42,000 square feet and enhances the warehouse’s ability to store long, non-palletized items efficiently.
6. Fixtures Area
Concluding the renovation is the fixtures area, the smallest section of the project, consisting of 420 bays.
Optimal Space Utilization: This area includes five different elevations at 34 feet tall, covering approximately 35,000 square feet.
Your Warehouse, Our Expertise: Let’s Optimize Together
Full project completion is expected in early 2025 –that’s just six months in total. This dynamic warehouse renovation showcases Apex’s unwavering commitment to timely execution and operational excellence. Transforming this facility doesn’t just enhance storage capacity—including specialized hazardous product storage—it significantly elevates the overall functionality and efficiency of the warehouse. We’re excited to see how this upgraded space will empower our client’s operations for years to come!
At Apex Companies, we focus on innovative solutions that meet the evolving demands of our clients. If you’re looking to optimize your warehouse operations, contact us today to discover how we can help transform your space!
