First, ask yourself just what are you storing?   In particular what is the size and weight of the objects?  Many times they will vary but you need to set some parameters to know what you are dealing with.  Next ask yourself, which items seem to move the most?  In other words, what are you constantly moving in and out of the warehouse (WH)?  Frequency of use is a key indicator in the storage and positioning process.

With this information in hand you can now begin to develop a shelving plan.  Items that are rarely needed should not be stored in the front and center position.  Likewise, items that weigh the most, should not be stored in the farthest reaches of the WH.  The goal is to assess the size and space then position the products based on frequency of need.  Once you have a basic positioning chart, the next step is to address shelving requirements.

Client Example #1: Maneuvering 80 lb. bags from the WH into the laboratory.

The shelf was designed at at height that was just above the push cart used to carry the bag into the lab.  Simplicity at its best. The client would slide the bag onto the cart and roll it to the required destination.  NOT LIFTING WAS INVOLVED.  Now not every WH can be structured this way, but many can and aren't.

Client Example #2: Using ladders, carts or lift jacks in multiple WH sections.

This client had a rolling ladder to obtain items on the upper shelves.

When storing material assess:

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