Colorado Building Codes and Pallet Racking — How Do They Intertwine?
Breaking Down Colorado Building Codes for Safe Pallet Racking Drilling in the last bolt or anchoring the final rack guard in your warehouse doesn’t mean the job is done. In Colorado, the pallet rack installation isn’t complete until it passes inspection by state or local building officials. Your team should recognize that a new pallet…
Optimizing Inventory Levels with the PEAK Pallet Shuttle ASRS System
PEAK Pallet Shuttle ASRS: Smart Storage for Flexible Inventory Management The guiding phrase in today’s business climate is “plan for the unexpected.” While that is much easier said than done, there are inventory tactics and storage solutions that can help you manage supply chain disruptions and rampant demand. Part of that process is blending your…
What’s The Best Way To Optimize Your Colorado Warehouse? Strategic Warehouse Slotting!
“A place for everything and everything in its place” – Benjamin Franklin Benjamin Franklin’s age-old wisdom still rings true—especially in the fast-paced environment of modern Colorado warehouses and distribution centers. When it comes to efficiency and smart planning, strategic warehouse slotting is one of the most impactful ways to boost storage capacity, productivity, and labor…
Palletizing and Storage of Bagged Inventory — What To Consider?
Effective Palletizing and Storage for Bagged Inventory in Colorado Warehouses Automation continues to transform warehouse operations across Colorado and beyond. While the shift toward automated systems has been ongoing for years, it accelerated significantly after 2020. Palletizing is one area where automation has made a clear impact—boosting throughput, enhancing consistency, and minimizing injury risks. But…
Solving the Most Common Push-Back Rack Problems | Apex Safety Spotlight
6 Push-Back Racking Issues—and How to Fix Them Push-back racking offers an efficient option for high-density pallet storage. Built for Last-In/First-Out (LIFO) inventory systems, this racking style uses a single aisle for both loading and unloading, which helps conserve floor space. Lanes typically hold between 3 and 4 pallets deep—up to 7 in some cases—with…
Tackling Labor Costs and Warehouse Safety with Smarter Operator Training
Workforce Shortages Are Driving Up Costs—Here’s How Apex Helps with Training and Warehouse Safety The latest industry data paints a clear picture of the challenges warehouse operators are facing. Nearly 70% of those surveyed reported difficulty finding enough employees, and many of the workers they do hire aren’t reliable. Despite this, almost 60% are seeing…
Got Yourself in a Sticky Situation? 7 Tips to Avoid Pallet Rack Honeycombing
Say Goodbye To Empty Pallet Rack Slots in Your Colorado Warehouse The material handling world isn’t short on quirky jargon (seriously—have you seen our glossary?). One term that might raise eyebrows is honeycombing. In warehousing, honeycombing refers to the underutilization of pallet rack space—when open or half-filled slots start to resemble the empty cells of…
Pallet Rack Strut Safety 101
Your warehouse pallet rack is durable, tough, and packs the strength you need in order to store and protect your inventory. It should also safeguard your workers and stock – which is why it’s important to understand how system components, materials, and design works together to keep everything safe and functional. A key safety and…
Securing Your Pallet Rack: Beam Connection Safety Tips
Beam Connector Plates & Why Beam Drop Matters – Pallet Rack Stability Essentials Beam connector plates may be small, but they play a crucial role in pallet rack stability and overall system integrity. These plates are welded to both ends of a cross beam, allowing it to securely attach to the uprights. The front and…
Top 10 OSHA Warehouse Safety Inspection Areas for Your Colorado Warehouse
How Safe is Your Facility? For over 40 years, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has played a crucial role in improving warehouse safety. Since its inception, the rate of workplace fatalities and serious injuries has dropped significantly, even as the workforce has expanded. This decline is largely due to OSHA’s safety standards and…
