Posts by APEXcos
Keeping it Cool. A Peek Inside Cold Storage Warehouse Rack Solutions
Pallet Rack Storage to Optimize Cold Storage & Freezer Space As consumer demands grow and tastes continue to shift, food producers and distributors are asked to quickly answer the call. The Apex team is here to help with the 411 on the most effective freezer and cold-storage pallet rack systems designed for the demanding climate…
Read MoreMove Over Static Rack, Mobile Rack is Changing the Warehouse Landscape
Let’s face it: space is at a premium everywhere, including in warehouse and production facilities across the country. Another reality of the modern warehouse is the need for adaptability to accommodate changing SKUs, production, and operational paradigms. Mobile Storage Rack and Shelving Systems can accommodate both of these bedrock needs. They’re also an excellent…
Read MoreWhat’s the Hold Up? Pallet Rack Strut Configuration & Safety
Warehouse pallet rack is designed to be tough, built with the durability and strength you need to store and protect inventory while safeguarding your workers. Understanding how rack system materials, components, and design work together to ensure safety and function can help your team know what to do should you have capacity or damage concerns.…
Read More5 Reasons to Go “The Apex Way” When Choosing a Warehouse Solutions Partner
In the beginning, there was an idea… Apex Companies is a different kind of storage and material handling company. We began with a firm foundation… a foundation rooted in customer-centric principles and service excellence. We call it the “The Apex Way”. So how do a bunch of principles (27 to be exact) make such a difference?…
Read MoreOn-Site Rack Repair Inspection Training | Apex Safety Spotlight
Weighing warehouse safety and social distancing rules? The Apex Rack Repair team is here to help even the scales. Keeping everyone safe while ramping up fulfillment or pivoting to handle new inventory and worker protection regulations is challenging. Let the Apex team take some of the pressure off. Our Rack Repair and Safety Program can…
Read More5 Safety Tips for Operating Automated Conveyor Systems
Automated conveyor systems are designed to make order fulfillment a breeze. They let you pack more, ship more, and expedite and streamline order fulfillment to maximize productivity, all while reducing the need for labor in your operations. They allow you to quickly shift inventory to the right places within your space while protecting them…
Read MoreOut of the Driver’s Seat: Forecasting AGVs Continued Impact on Warehouse Operations
Global AGV Use is Expected to Rise 13.6% by 2025. How Will This Impact Your Business? Two years ago, we wrote about the increasing impact of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) in warehouses across the country. Since then, these vehicles have become even more of a fixture in warehouse order fulfillment. AGV technology offers a variety…
Read MoreBrace Yourself – Important Pallet Rack Protection Tips | Apex Safety Spotlight
Brace Panels & Pallet Rack Guards Work Together to Safeguard Your Warehouse When we refer to pallet rack bracing, we’re referring to the series of struts bolted or welded between the front and rear columns. Together these elements form a pallet rack upright. The bracing is done to provide needed stability to the rack frame…
Read MoreHow to Design Your Pallet Rack Layout Around Warehouse Columns
Warehouse Pallet Rack Design Challenges & Special Seismic Considerations Engineering pallet rack around permanent facility obstructions such as building columns and equipment may be just part of the job… but it’s still a challenge. After all, the goal of pallet rack design is to maximize inventory storage while minimizing the system footprint. Safe thoroughfares for…
Read MoreApex COVID-19 Safety, Protection and Customer Satisfaction Commitment
Apex Companies Remains Committed to the Safety of Our Staff and the Satisfaction of Our Customers during the COVID-19 Pandemic Like every industry, the warehousing and logistics space has experienced systemic change and largely unprecedented interruption in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, despite being classified as a critical infrastructure segment. At Apex Companies, we…
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