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Challenge

A well-known tire distributor was faced with the challenge of having a rapidly growing inventory and sought to optimize their new facility’s space for tire storage in their expanding operations.

With a maximized storage space, they needed to ensure easy accessibility to the tires while enhancing their employee safety and ergonomics during tire handling. This distributor needed to ensure that their new operations would streamline tire transportation within their facility. They also wanted to minimize the amount of manual labor required.

Dan from Industrial Shelving Systems found a storage system that met their specific needs. See how the ISS team worked on storage solutions for this distributor.

Solution

The first step in this storage solution project was assessing the current inventory. Dan visited the new facility to conduct an inventory assessment and take precise measurements of the facility. Leveraging his expertise, he designed a custom solution using AutoCAD software to layout tire racks tailored to the space and needs of this tire distributor.

The storage solution included:

1. 18’ High Tire Racks: Industrial Shelving Systems installed heavy-duty tire racks to maximize vertical space utilization. By capitalizing on height, they effectively cubed the area, accommodating the desired tire count without compromising floor space.

2. Safe Access Walkway at 9’: Recognizing the importance of warehouse safety, the Industrial Shelving Systems team incorporated a 9-foot-high walkway. This catwalk mezzanine design ensured easy and safe access for employees to retrieve tires stored on higher racks, mitigating the risk of accidents.

3. Conveyor System: To streamline tire transport and minimize manual lifting, a conveyor system was integrated into the layout. This automation solution not only optimized workflow efficiency but also reduced the physical strain on employees, leading to a safer and more ergonomic work environment.

4. Wide Stairs for Ergonomics: Understanding the significance of ergonomic design, the ISS team included wide stairs in case employees need to carry something between levels. By prioritizing employee comfort and safety, the design aimed to minimize the risk of injuries associated with manual handling tasks.

Results

The implementation of these automotive storage solutions yielded the significant benefits for the tire distributor.

1. Maximized Storage Capacity: The utilization of vertical space allowed this distributor to store a larger quantity of tires on the automotive racks within the same footprint, optimizing their storage capacity and inventory management.

2. Improved Safety Standards: The inclusion of safety features, such as the 9-foot walkway and wide stairs, enhanced employee safety by providing secure access to store tires and reduced the risk of accidents.

3. Enhanced Efficiency: The integration of a conveyor system streamlined tire transport within the facility, reducing manual labor and increasing long term operational efficiency.

4. Better Ergonomics: The design of ergonomic features in warehouses has improved working conditions for workers. The storage solution reduced physical strain and created a healthier and safer work environment.

By partnering with Industrial Shelving Systems and leveraging Dan’s expertise in custom layout designs, the tire distributor successfully transformed their new facility into a highly efficient and safe storage space. This new storage system allowed for high quality tire storage optimization within their warehouse operations.

Are you looking for an industrial shelving solution or automotive storage solution? We can create a custom storage solution that maximizes space and prioritizes safety and ergonomics. Reach out to Industrial Shelving Systems at 1-800-875-6201 today to go over storage options!