There are several advantages to powder coating – and its process – over wet painting. We are all familiar with the wet paint process – pigment within a water- or solvent-base is sprayed to coat a surface. While at first
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Recent earthquakes in the Midwest and East Coast point to increased need for seismic consideration in warehouse construction While we typically associate earthquakes with areas such as California, recently Monroe, Michigan, was hit with a 3.2-magnitude earthquake. Light to weak shaking was
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So what exactly is cantilever design, and when is it the ideal storage rack? Modern architecture has used the concept of a cantilever design in some of its most memorable structures: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater in Pennsylvania, the Guggenheim Art
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Manufacturer’s beam tables are generally based on uniformly distributed loads. Both the capacity and the beam deflection will vary if the load is not uniformly distributed on the load shelf beams. While some degree of deflection is normal for a
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It’s a good idea to be in the habit of regularly inspecting your warehouse storage rack system. While it is also recommended to have a third-party rack inspection specialist periodically conduct a more through inspection, doing a visual inspection at
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Whether you operate a warehouse or design the rack systems for them, a few small design or operational changes could mean the difference between a localized fire and a devastating loss or tragedy. The most effective way to reduce the
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As regulations change and warehouse requirements become more complex, partnering with an expert can help to ensure durable, cost effective, compliant storage rack While it was once common for the majority of warehouse managers to purchase standard storage racks that
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Hint: It may be more than the initial purchase cost When shopping for pallet rack, buyers may find options in the market that, on the surface, seem quite similar, but a savvy buyer will find that with all that is
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Teardrop pallet rack is the standard connection style in pallet racking today, and while it is available from many manufacturers, did you know that not all teardrop rack is created equally? Many rack manufacturers may save you money up front
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