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How to Determine the Right Order Picker Rack
When you have large numbers of orders leaving your warehouse daily, having order picker rack that is right for your SKU characteristics and picking process is important. The right rack system will ensure an efficient operation.
Read More →Rack Supported Mezzanines: Increasing Storage Density
As a business grows, additional space is needed to accommodate this expansion. Unfortunately, adding on to a building or moving to a new building is often an expensive investment that can halt operations for an extended period.
One way to add space to your building while avoiding an addition is a rack supported mezzanine system, also known as a mezzanine racking system. They are a cost-effective solution that add additional capacity to a warehouse or distribution center by utilizing vertical space.
REB Presenting at the 45th Annual WERC Conference
The session, titled “Level Up! Consider These Levels of Storage Applications Before Investing in Automation”, is presented by REB Vice President of Sales and Marketing Jacqueline Terrell and will be May 2, 11:15 – 11:45 A.M. CDT.
Read More →Warehouse Mezzanine Levels: Benefits & Uses
Many warehouses and distribution centers face the issue of outgrowing their facility. When a business has a production line or has heavy traffic in the shipping and receiving departments, storage space is vital. A warehouse mezzanine can be added to the space to increase storage, which is a more affordable option than renovating or relocating to a larger facility.
Read More →REB Awarded the 2022 MHEDA Most Valuable Partner Award
We at REB are thrilled to have received the MHEDA Most Valuable Partner designation for 2022!
For those of you not familiar with this award, it’s a designation given by MHEDA to distributor members who have achieved performance excellence in customer service, supplier relationships, employee training and community involvement. It essentially recognizes those distributor companies who have helped ‘raise the bar’ in the material handling industry.
Read More →FIFO Rack Systems 101: Choosing the Right Racking System
First-in, first-out, or FIFO, is a type of inventory management that allows inventory placed into a rack system first to be removed first. FIFO rack systems are ideal for customers requiring rapid stock rotation, have a high turnover rate for inventory, or store items with expiration dates. For example, FIFO food storage applications allows for constant product movement, safeguarding that no inventory spoils or goes to waste.
Read More →Semi-Automated Material Handling Systems 101
Semi-automated material handling systems are a great alternative to full warehouse automation. Semi-automated systems will allow your operation to maintain competitiveness without investing as much as you would with full automation.
Read More →Cold Storage Racking 101: Pick the Right Cold Storage Racks
Coolers and freezers present unique storage challenges. Because of cold temperatures and limited space, using the right type of racking can make or break your operation (literally). Read to understand which types of racking is right for your cooler or freezer.
Read More →When to Use Last-in, First-out Storage (LIFO)
Last-in, first-out (LIFO) is a type of inventory management that allows inventory placed into a rack system last to be removed first. Last-in, first-out storage is most often used for goods with a long shelf life or those held in large quantities.
Read More →Pallet Racking Safety Guidelines: What They Are and How to Comply
Pallet racking safety guidelines should be followed for all steel industrial pallet rack systems. These guidelines are established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as well as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). These are intended to ensure your employees and products remain safe.
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