What is RMI Certification?

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What is RMI Certification?

Here at Simply Rack, we only sell new products that are RMI-certified. RMI stands for Rack Manufacturers Institute and they are the organization that provides this certification. But what does this certification mean, and why is it important?

RMI Certification Requirements

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This voluntary certification is for storage rack manufacturers to showcase their capabilities to design, create, and install racks according to a set of requirements and standards. All of our new pallet racks adhere to these. Here are some of the long list of requirements: 

  • Critical components of their storage systems were tested for standards such as tensile strength.
  • They have thorough documentation and control procedures. 
  • They have a Qualified Engineering Delegate on staff. 
  • They submit a design calculation package that is approved by an independent Professional Engineer. 
  • And more!
Certification status must also be updated when there are any changes to the business or when requirements are updated. This ensures that those that are certified remain up to date on the latest standards
Why We Only Use RMI-Certified Products

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We only use new products that are RMI-certified so we can add an extra layer of confidence in our pallet racks. Our pallet racks are safe, structurally sound, and durable. This helps us ensure that our customers only receive the best products for the best prices.

If you are looking for new or used pallet racking, Simply Rack is here to help! Contact us today with any questions or to discuss your project!

How to Choose the Right Pallet Racking Supplier

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How to Choose the Right Pallet Racking Supplier

Pallet racks are an efficient way to store inventory, especially in warehouses. This efficiency leads to an increase in productivity. You can take advantage of pallet racks to save time, increase safety, and streamline your efforts. pallet racking productivity

 

Maximizing Organization

Maximizing your inventory organization directly relates to increasing productivity. You can categorize and store your inventory in any way you want, from type to size. This makes locating and accessing individual items quicker, saving your employees time and reducing the risk of mistakes. This is further highlighted with the different types of pallet racks that utilize first-in-first-out systems, last-in-first-out-systems, and more. Buying pallet racking locally can also help maximize your organization efforts with easy customizability and supporting your local community.

Increasing Safety

Pallet racks increase safety for your employees and inventory, resulting in fewer disruptions from accidents or damage. This also ends up saving time and money to be used for other projects. Even the most heavy and bulky inventory items can be safely stored and accessed with cantilever pallet racking. With the proper training and maintenance, pallet racks are safe and accessible, resulting in increased productivity.

Streamlining Efforts

Pallet racks are organized, accessible, flexible, scalable, and customizable. There is a pallet rack solution out there for you, whether you need our popular teardrop racks or more! This personalization for your business naturally streamlines your efforts towards your goals. Everything can be catered to your workflow and the future of your business, increasing productivity in the process.

If you are looking for new or used pallet racking, Simply Rack is here to help! Contact us today with any questions or to discuss your project!

3 Pallet Flow Safety Risks You Need to Know

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3 Pallet Flow Safety Risks You Need to Know

Pallet flow racks, also known as gravity flow racks, use inclined roller tracks or wheels to move pallets toward the front of the rack. While this seems efficient, they also come with risks. Keep these in mind while you are shopping for the best pallet rack for you. 

Pallet Flow Racks

Pallet Jamming

A common issue with pallet flow racks is pallet jamming. When you remove the front pallet from the rack, the pallets behind slide down. As they slide, they can become stuck or jammed. This can cause damage to the pallets, your inventory, and the racking. Jamming also poses risks for your workers who need to try to get it unstuck. Other pallet racks don’t have this functionality, and therefore don’t have this issue.

Fire Safety Issues

Pallet flow racks are a high-density storage solution. This may seem efficient, but it poses a fire safety hazard. Since everything is so tightly packed, the flow of water is impeded from overhead sprinklers or other water sources. This can speed up the spread of fire, cause more damage to your products and slow down emergency responders if a fire were to occur. Other pallet racks aren’t so tightly packed and are safer in the event of a fire.

Pallet Flow Hazards

Another unique issue with pallet flow racks is speed-related hazards. When a pallet is removed, gravity pulls the ones behind it to the front. You don’t have control over how fast the pallets travel. This poses a serious risk of pallets falling off of the rack, especially if it has too much weight on it. Your workers, inventory, and racking are at a high risk of injury in the event pallets fall off of your rack in this manner. This feature of pallet flow racking also creates pinch-points, yet another risk for your workers. 

For these reasons, Simply Rack doesn’t offer pallet flow racks. We care about the safety of you, your workers, and your inventory. A great alternative to pallet flow racks is selective pallet racking, which we happily provide! If you need help finding the perfect pallet rack for you, contact us today!

How Pallet Racks Improve Productivity

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How Pallet Racks Improve Productivity

Pallet racks are an efficient way to store inventory, especially in warehouses. This efficiency leads to an increase in productivity. You can take advantage of pallet racks to save time, increase safety, and streamline your efforts. pallet racking productivity

 

Maximizing Organization

Maximizing your inventory organization directly relates to increasing productivity. You can categorize and store your inventory in any way you want, from type to size. This makes locating and accessing individual items quicker, saving your employees time and reducing the risk of mistakes. This is further highlighted with the different types of pallet racks that utilize first-in-first-out systems, last-in-first-out-systems, and more. 

Increasing Safety

Pallet racks increase safety for your employees and inventory, resulting in fewer disruptions from accidents or damage. This also ends up saving time and money to be used for other projects. Even the most heavy and bulky inventory items can be safely stored and accessed with cantilever pallet racking. With the proper training and maintenance, pallet racks are safe and accessible, resulting in increased productivity.

Streamlining Efforts

Pallet racks are organized, accessible, flexible, scalable, and customizable. There is a pallet rack solution out there for you, whether you need our popular teardrop racks or more! This personalization for your business naturally streamlines your efforts towards your goals. Everything can be catered to your workflow and the future of your business, increasing productivity in the process.

If you are looking for new or used pallet racking, Simply Rack is here to help! Contact us today with any questions or to discuss your project!

Common Mistakes in Pallet Rack Installation

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Common Mistakes in Pallet Rack Installation

Pallet rack installation is a complex process, making it open to dangerous and costly mistakes. Common mistakes are avoidable if the proper precautions are taken. This may take a little more time, but it is worth the safety of your employees, equipment, and inventory. Here are some common mistakes when installing pallet racking and how to avoid them.

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Common Mistakes

These are common mistakes seen in pallet rack installation. These mistakes can lead to injury, structural failure, damaged equipment and inventory, improper usage of pallet racks, and more. It is important to be aware of these mistakes to help avoid them. Here is a short guide on how to install pallet racking.

Improper Assembly: This includes not tightening the bolts enough, using the incorrect parts, not aligning the racking properly, not anchoring the racking to the floor, installing on top of uneven floors, and more. These mistakes will all lead to pallet rack instability which compromises the structural integrity. This poses safety hazards and damages the racking.

Inadequate Training: When companies install pallet racking themselves, they are at risk of having the people installing the racking not be properly trained. This is incredibly important for the safety of employees during and after installation. There is also a greater risk of improper installation, leading to safety hazards and damage to the structure.

Lack of Safety Features: Failing to install safety features such as bars or netting poses a safety risk for your employees and inventory both during and after pallet rack installation. This also includes not allowing enough space for forklifts in the aisles to prevent accidents.

Not Including Seismic Considerations: In areas prone to earthquakes, it is necessary to consider your seismic calculations to prevent injury and structural failure. This does not apply to everyone, since not every pallet rack is installed in an earthquake-prone area. However, it is an incredibly important step that cannot be skipped.

How to Avoid Mistakes

The easiest and most efficient way to avoid all pallet rack installation mistakes is by hiring pallet rack professionals. They have all of the proper training, knowledge, and experience to avoid making mistakes when installing pallet racking.

Other ways to avoid mistakes is properly training your staff, strictly following the manufacturer’s instructions, consulting experts, and taking extra care while installing pallet racking.

If you are looking for professional pallet rack installers, we are here to help. Simply Rack is located near Austin, Texas, serving the local community and wider area. We offer new and used pallet racking, as well as services such as installation and relocation assistance. Contact us today to find out how we can help your business’s storage efficiency. 

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Our selection of warehouse storage equipment is kept in stock at our Central Texas location, easily accessible from anywhere along the I-35 corridor from Oklahoma City, Austin, Dallas, Houston and  San Antonio. 

Our services also extend throughout: US, Mexico, Canada, Caribbean and Pacific Rim

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