A phased installation of 1,420 pallet positions of structural drive-in racking replaced a non-compliant system without interrupting daily operations.
Challenge
The facility was operating with an existing racking system that no longer met current safety, building, and insurance compliance standards. The aging rack raised concerns related to structural integrity and employee safety. The warehouse layout also limited effective traffic flow, creating operational inefficiencies and preventing full utilization of available storage capacity.
Solution
SJF installed 1,420 pallet positions of structural drive-in racking to provide a high-density, durable storage system. Post protectors and entry guides were added in high-traffic areas to protect the system from forklift contact. Safety netting was installed along designated walkways to improve employee safety.
The warehouse was divided into multiple work zones, with racking removed and replaced in phases to maintain normal facility operations throughout the project. New materials were staged carefully to avoid interference with daily activity, and old racking was removed on a schedule the facility could absorb.
SJF coordinated directly with municipal building inspectors throughout the process. As each phase was completed and inspected, that section was cleared for use before the next phase began.
Conclusion
The project was completed in six weeks, on time and without disrupting operations. The facility now has a structurally sound, code-compliant racking system that meets current safety, building, and insurance requirements - with improved traffic flow, more usable storage capacity, and a safer working environment for the entire team.
Results
- 1,420 pallet positions of structural drive-in racking installed
- Full compliance with current safety, building, and insurance requirements
- Improved warehouse traffic flow and storage capacity
- Zero operational disruptions during a six-week phased installation
- Enhanced employee safety with post protectors, entry guides, and safety netting
