Modern Racking Systems for Bottling Company Expansion

A prominent bottling company recently expanded with a brand new 261,600-square-foot facility in Richmond, BC. This Richmond, BC site required a cutting-edge warehousing solution to manage its extensive inventory and optimize its operations. Enter North American Storage Equipment (NASECO), Western Canada’s leading pallet racking and shelving manufacturer for 20+ years. Leveraging our longstanding partnership, the client was confident in our ability to provide a comprehensive and customized solution for their complex needs.

Challenges Faced

High Storage Density Needs:

• With 7,750 pallet positions plus floor storage, the Richmond, BC location needed to maximize density without compromising accessibility.

Efficiency and Speed:

• Given the high volume of beverage distribution, it was crucial to design a system that allowed for quick and efficient pallet retrieval and placement.

Accommodating Consumption Spikes:

• To handle the increased consumption during holidays and major sporting events, a robust racking system was essential for this Richmond, BC-based operation.

Reuse of Old Racking:

• Additionally, the client wanted to incorporate and reuse old racking from their previous facility, requiring innovative solutions for integration and optimization.

Solutions

1. Deep Pushback Racking:

• Supporting high-density needs, this solution allowed pallets to be stored up to six deep, effectively utilizing space and enhancing inventory management at the Richmond, BC plant.

2. Deep Double-Wide Drive-In Racking (Twinlode):

• This unique system, popular in the beverage industry, is known for high pallet density than standard drive-in setups. It enables pallets to be stored two wide on a single pair of rails, significantly increasing storage capacity.

3. Selective Pallet Racking with Netting:

• The installation of selective racking with netting improved safety and organization by preventing pallet spillage and cross-contamination. It ensured secure storage, easy accessibility, and optimized vertical space while maintaining a clean and efficient warehouse environment.

4. Seamless Permit Coordination:

• Leveraging our extensive experience and knowledge, we facilitated the client’s permit application process in Richmond, BC. We ensured all documentation was accurately completed and submitted, guiding them through regulatory requirements to obtain necessary approvals efficiently.

Summary

NASECO’s strategic implementation, leveraging the capabilities of the client’s material handling equipment vendor, successfully addressed immediate warehousing challenges while providing a scalable solution for future growth at the Richmond, BC, site. The result is a seamlessly integrated warehousing facility that optimizes space, enhances operational efficiency, and meets the rigorous demands of the bottling industry. This collaboration highlights NASECO’s commitment to innovative solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs, demonstrating excellence in storage solutions and customer service by prioritizing client satisfaction and fostering enduring relationships.

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