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                The struggle of storing odd shaped items is real. Every dealership has materials that take up too much space on the shelves, or keep bumping into other items when picking. It’s hard to manage these items when they just always seem to be in the way. Taking them off the shelf isn’t an option because clutter or improperly storing items can results in lost items, safety hazards, and inefficient workflows. So, how can one store these awkward auto parts?

                Hanging racks can be a game changer for storing oddly shaped automotive items. Unlike a traditional heavy-duty rack, these hanging racks hold items up with hooks, instead of having them placed down. Keep reading to see how these popular automotive parts shelving systems take care of those awkward items.

The Problem: Odd-Shaped Items with Nowhere to Go                

                The challenge that dealerships face is storing parts that are oddly shaped, such as car hoods, exhaust pipes, belts, hoses, and more. These items never seem to have a place no matter how creative you get with storing them.

                When items like these are placed on traditional heavy duty storage racks, they just take up space. Since items like these often can’t stack or fit in place next to one another, they take up an unnecessary amount of space. There are many things that need to be on hand for parts departments and service departments, so it’s vital that inventory is stored as efficiently as possible.

                Another issue with storing awkward auto parts on heavy duty shelving is how prone it can be to damage when not stored properly. When placed on shelving, these items can stick out – bumping into other items, or even bumping into the shelving when being picked. This can damage the auto part, resulting in faulty items.

The Solution: Customizable Storage Racks for Dealerships

                Hanging racks are designed specifically for awkward auto parts. By hanging up these parts individually, your space is maximized, allowing for more versatility in your setup. Additionally, by having these parts also hung up, there is more visibility on the items, making it more efficient for your team to pick.

The Key Features That Make it Work

                Multiple Sizes and Colors: These hanging racks can be customized to best meet your needs. Depending on how much material you have and how much space available, we’ll make sure this is the right size to store what you need. We’ll also tailor the hanging racks to meet your space and branding requirements so that you can have a cohesive look throughout your dealership.

                Single or Double Hanging Rails: These hanging racks can accommodate a variety of parts. With flexible hanging options and many hooks available, we can ensure that you have the right setup to make sure all your parts have a place. If you need the extra storage, we can design the hanging rack to have double hanging rails, meaning storage on both sides of the rack.

                Wire Deck Storage: Above your hanging racks, we can install wire deck storage to take advantage of your vertical space. That means even more storage without compromising any floor space.

                Multiple Levels: As part of customizing these storage solutions, we can design these hanging racks to be two levels, allowing for double storage space without taking up more floor space.

                Back-to-Back Configuration: If you’re needing more storage, we can design a back-to-back configuration, allowing for an aisle style layout for your bulk storage.

                Adjustable Hook Shelf Options: These hanging racks come with adjustable hooks. Based on the size of your items that you need to store; these can be placed strategically. These are also great when you need to change up your setup as they can be moved around based on your current adjustment and future needs.

                Durability: These hanging racks are built from high strength steel, made to withstand the wear and tear of your daily operations. Being high-quality, these hanging racks are made to last.

                Increased Visibility: Your inventory needs to be easily accessible, meaning that visibility is key. With your inventory in plain sight, it’s easier and quicker to locate parts, which also helps to reduce picking times for your parts department.

Why it Matters

                Having efficient automotive racks is vital to keeping an operation running smoothly. By being able to improve workflow and parts accessibility, your picking process can be as efficient as possible. This is also important in keeping your odd items organized, visible, and protected. Saving time and reducing frustration in your dealership will create a professional and efficient service area. These steel racking systems are great warehouse shelving solutions.

Ready to Organize Your Dealership?

                Are you ready to customize your automotive parts shelving systems? Reach out to Industrial Shelving Systems to get this process started. Our team will assess the odd shaped items that you need to store. We’ll then design a hanging rack that will best meet your specific needs. Reach out to us here or give us a call at 1-800-875-6201 to get started.

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