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4 Manageable Steps to an Optimized Reverse Logistics Plan
Move Forward with a Plan for Reverse Logistics — See Our Four-Step Process You could say that reverse logistics is the opposite of your intended plan, i.e., to move goods from your facility to your customers as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. However, the reality is that customers make returns, plenty of them. So, it’s…
Faster Layer Picking – See This New Take on Mixed-SKU Pallet Building
Pick Mixed-SKU Pallets as You Go with Layer Pick Attachment + Pallet Forks The dynamics of warehousing, storage, and distribution are rapidly evolving. The pace is faster, and the product variety is much broader, particularly in the grocery and beverage sectors. As a result, distribution centers are receiving more mixed SKU pallet orders than full…
Drive-In Pallet Rack Forklift Loading Steps | Apex Safety Spotlight
Essential Forklift Operator Loading Procedures for Drive-In Pallet Racking Drive-in pallet racking is a popular dense storage solution due to its high load capacity within a condensed footprint. The design requires forklift operators to drive into the pallet storage lane, which can be several pallets deep and levels high. After positioning the pallet load, the…
Getting Cagey — Applications for Wire Mesh Panels in Logistics Facilities
Secure Storage and Worker Protection are Primary Applications for Wire Mesh Panels Like many industrial operations, warehouses and distribution centers have areas that need to be off-limits to some people. Pricey inventory and operating equipment need to be kept in a secure location. Spaces created by wire mesh panels can be used for a…
Carry That Weight: Load Considerations in Pallet Rack Design
Pallet Rack Design Step 1 – Know Your Current & Future Load Specs No one wants to see their rack system fail to do its job safely. That’s why it pays to plan for current and anticipated storage needs in your pallet rack design. To effectively do that, ask yourself two important questions: What will…
Reclaim Wasted Warehouse Space with Over Dock Door Rack
Empty Pallets, Surplus Inventory & Supplies… Over the Dock Rack to the Rescue Are you overlooking a key potential storage area in your warehouse? While your dock area bustles with activity, the considerable space above your dock doors often sits empty. With the right approach, you can optimize that space and improve the safety and…
Peak Inventory Planning with PEAK Pallet Shuttle ASRS System
PEAK Shuttle ASRS System for Optimized Pallet Storage 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 evolving inventory…
Improve Warehouse Safety with Expert Training & Free Resources | Apex Safety Spotlight
Count on Apex for Expert Training and Easy Access Free Resources Apex Companies is your one-stop-shop for “all things warehouse” — design, integration, automation, installation, inspections & repair, equipment… plus, Expert Training and Free Resources. Curated by our systems and training experts, Apex Resources can help improve warehouse safety and supplement your worker training programs….
Any Dimension, Any Weight – Heavy-Duty Cantilever Racks Say, “Bring It On!”
Heavy-Duty Cantilever Racks Make Light Work of the Big, Awkward Stuff that Can Clutter Up Your Warehouse Cantilever rack is intelligently designed to store loose, bulky, long, and otherwise challenging to contain materials. Its simple design may suggest a somewhat limited load capacity; however, heavy-duty and extra-heavy-duty cantilever rack systems prove that theory false. In…
Let the Apex PROs Train Your Team – Comprehensive Pallet Rack Inspections
Train Your Team to Evaluate Pallet Rack Damage with In-house Warehouse Safety Inspections No one has time for downtime, particularly as warehouses and distribution centers increase capacity and maximize storage rack space and safety stock to hedge supply chain disruptions. So, what do you do when forklift accidents happen? The fastest response can come from…
