Parts storage rooms are important in maintaining efficient production processes in manufacturing facilities. These rooms are designed to be secure and organized, ensuring the efficient and safe storage of materials, components, and finished products.
Key features to consider when designing these solutions include an efficient use of floor space. Storage solutions such as commercial shelving units are designed to maximize storage capacity while minimizing floor space, ensuring efficient use of available space. These solutions often include roll-up doors and counters for easy servicing and retrieval of parts, optimizing workflow. They also encompass modular building systems, which can be used to construct rooms and buildings within facilities, allowing for flexible layouts and configurations. It’s important to consider a storage solution that can be easily reconfigured or expanded as manufacturing needs evolve. Many manufacturers offer customizable configurations for various-sized parts, including mobile storage cabinets, stackable units, and work centers. These solutions can be tailored to meet specific manufacturing facility needs. Additionally, these designs can offer controlled access to secure sensitive products, such as controlled substances or valuable components, in addition to climate control.
Choosing the correct storage equipment for your facility is as critical as the design. To implement an effective solution consider the following important factors.
Classification and Organization
- Categorize materials by type, size, weight, and frequency of use to optimize storage and retrieval.
- Implement a labeling system for easy identification and tracking.
Safety and Ergonomics
- Ensure adequate clearance for forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
- Accessible aisles and walkways
- Comfortable working heights
- Reduced bending and lifting
Inventory Management
- Implement inventory management systems to track stock levels, monitor usage, and prevent stockouts or overstocking.
- Consider using barcode scanners, RFID tags, or warehouse management software.
Maintenance and Housekeeping
- Regularly inspect and maintain storage equipment to prevent damage and ensure safe operation.
- Establish a cleaning schedule to maintain a tidy and organized storage environment.
Compliance and Regulations
- Adhere to relevant regulations, such as OSHA guidelines for workplace safety and environmental regulations for hazardous materials.
Integration with Manufacturing Processes
- Design storage rooms to integrate seamlessly with manufacturing processes, minimizing transportation distances and times.
- Consider implementing just-in-time inventory systems to reduce inventory levels and optimize production
Storage Equipment
- Shelving and racking systems (pallet racks, carton flow racks, bin shelving)
- Mezzanines and elevated platforms
- Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS)
- Conveyors and sortation systems
Atlantic Installation specializes in providing comprehensive design and installation services for manufacturing facilities, with a focus on automated or manual systems for order processing, picking, packing, shipping, and manufacturing. We can help upgrade safety protocols for your facility and streamline automation with conveyance of any size. Additionally, we can assist with implementing robust inventory management systems and flexible order processing to meet changing customer demands. Contact us to design a solution for you
