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Key Ways to Maximize Space in Your 3PL

February 28, 2017
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Uncovering space in your 3PL can reap multiple rewards

In a recent report of current industrial and logistics trends released by the CBRE, the prevailing theme among U.S. Tenants and Landlords is that of shrinking available space. While this should come as no surprise to those within the logistics community, the rate at which warehouse vacancy is dwindling is far outpacing the increase in new construction (new supply trails leasing demand by 1.5 to 1). This puts 3PLs in a predicament, but also provides opportunities for those who can maximize their available footprint.

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How to Measure and Improve Industrial Storage Space Efficiency

August 18, 2014
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Warehouse racks in a layout

All too often, companies struggle because the size of their warehouse is considered in the planning stage, but not the efficient use of that space.

A facility is purchased or leased with the desired set of characteristics, and then work begins. There are significant opportunities in many operations to size up the business mix, order trends, product slotting and facility layout in a way that helps improve everything from storage density to pick rates to error rates to labor costs. But first we must know the total storage potential of the facility, and work backwards from there.

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P.E. Seals and Calcs – what they are, and why you need them on mezzanine projects

June 19, 2008
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structural mezzanineWhen you’re working on a mezzanine (or work platform) project, you may be provided P.E. seals and calculations. Here’s why you will get these elements…

What are P.E. Seals and Calcs?

  • Calculations are a hard copy document of the checks of the mezzanine structural components
  • Seals are a stamp placed on the calculations and drawings certifying that a state registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) has made or reviewed them

Who & Why might you need them?

  • To obtain building permits municipalities may require them
  • Required by municipality plan checkers to review for code compliance
  • The end user may require them to certify review of the structure
  • Some companies require them for their records

What is included?

  • 3 copies of the drawings and calculations (normal)
  • All with a P.E. seal for the state that the mezzanine will be installed

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