In the food and beverage distribution industry, accuracy and efficiency are vital. High volume, perishable and non-perishable goods require efficient handling and seamless rotation. Inappropriate warehouse food storage systems can harm revenue through high waste, and damage customer relationships with slow and inaccurate order fulfilment. Therefore, it is important for food and drink wholesale and distribution companies to invest in fit-for-purpose food storage rack systems to meet supply chain demands.
Whether direct to consumer, wholesale supply, or e-commerce distributor, specialist pallet racking systems improve warehouse picking and packing processes. Perishable goods racking systems offer ease of access while fully maximising available space.
Maximise every square metre
A major issue facing food storage and perishable goods logistics in the UK, is storage space. Many couriers and companies find they quickly run out of warehouse space at the peak of demand, causing harmful warehouse bottlenecks. Making the most of existing premises can avoid the need to move or rent additional warehouse space.
Specialist food storage rack systems, including pallet racking, are designed to maximise every square metre of a storage facility. Site engineers design and build racking to safely make full use of both vertical and ground floor space in a warehouse, increasing storage capacity of a warehouse. The footprint of every racking installation is designed to maximise revenue per square metre.
Reducing picking times and increasing accuracy
With expert space planning and perfect-fit food storage rack systems, handling perishable goods becomes more efficient, and therefore more profitable.
Food storage rack systems are designed with clear, accessible zones for lifting equipment to operate at maximum efficiency and safety. Shelving and aisle layouts not only improve stock rotation, but they also improve the process of locating stock for faster, more accurate order fulfilment.
Reduced picking times effectively reduce order lead times, and capacity to manage higher throughput, as demand fluctuates.
Choose live pallet storage (FIFO)
Live pallet storage, operated on a first-in, first-out (FIFO) basis, is perfect for food and beverage inventory management. This is a high-density goods storage system promoting rapid stock rotation. FIFO pallet storage uses gravity rollers, whereby pallets automatically roll down to the pick face as pallets are picked for dispatch.
Specialist pallet racking systems like FIFO ensure fresh goods are easily accessible for rapid order picking. Stock rotates automatically on demand, making this warehouse food storage system ideal for perishable goods management. This pallet racking system eliminates the need to spend time reorganising stocks to maintain correct rotation, streamlining inventory management.
Accessorise your pallets
Food storage rack systems can also arrive with a range of accessories. Pallet racking add-ons include:
- Picking and distribution stations
- Timber, steel, or mesh shelves
- Upright protectors
- Anti-collapse mesh
- Pallet support bars
- Fork spacers
- Drum chocks
- Coil cradles
- Guide rails
All pallet racking accessories are available as part of Prodek food storage rack systems.
Choose bespoke bulk storage
Prodek offers industry-leading bespoke pallet racking solutions and bulk storage solutions. In addition to flexible warehouse food storage options, Prodek design and install heavy-duty racking to accommodate bulky, heavy goods, such as beverage kegs. Heavy-duty racking is designed for accessibility via forklift truck, with the ability to adjust racking to accommodate changing stock lines.
The main benefit of custom storage for food wholesale and distribution, is that pallet racking can always be adapted to your warehouse specification. All Prodek racking and storage solutions are designed and manufactured in complete accordance with rules set by the Storage Equipment Manufacturers Association, or SEMA. Our systems are designed and installed to order, tailored to accommodate the product lines and processes of an individual business.
Food storage solutions matter
Food and drink storage and rotation is critical. The risk of spoiled stocks means that efficiency is a priority. With fit-for-purpose food storage rack systems designed by expert engineers at Prodek, you are always ready to meet demand, with minimal risk.
To discover more about specialist food storage rack systems and warehouse pallet racking, get in touch with Prodek.
Did you know we provide annual Racking Inspections?
To comply with Provision & Use of Workplace Equipment Regulations’ (PUWER) and ‘The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974’ warehouse racking should be inspected at regular intervals not exceeding 12 months.
