Blog

Cold Store Racking System

Cold Store Racking System

The construction and operating costs of a cold storage warehouse (or cold room) are such that the need to Max the Cube by maximise storage capacity in the minimum floor area with a cold store racking system, is absolutely essential. With technology moving on at a pace, the ability to consider dynamic and semi-automated storage … Continued

Read more
Shuttle Storage System

Could Semi-Automation Be the Answer to Spiralling Energy Costs?

The spiralling energy costs are forcing businesses to take decisive action on their warehouse operations which could have a massive impact on the industry. With energy typically accounting for 15% of overall warehouse costs and reports of up to 400% increases in the coming months, many businesses are now looking at every opportunity to consolidate … Continued

Read more
Shuttle Racking Live PIcking

The Ultimate Bulk Storage Solution for Fast Moving SKUs

A quick analysis will show that many companies find approximately 80% of their sales are generated by approximately 20% of their SKUs. Now, whilst this may be beneficial for the sales teams, it can cause a number of challenges in the warehouse to achieve the perfect balance of space and picking speed. Some warehouse managers … Continued

Read more
Shuttle Racking Finished Goods

What Is Space Utilisation in Warehouse Design?

Do You Have A Capacity Issue or a Utilisation Issue in Your Warehouse? Storage capacity is often seen as the primary focus for many companies as they look at ways to improve their operations. However, it can be quite misleading when it comes to operational effectiveness and efficiency. The total storage capacity of a warehouse … Continued

Read more
Radio Shuttle Benefits

Unquestionable Benefits Of Shuttle Racking

As more and more companies look to Max the Cube by maximising capacity and improving the space utilisation of every inch of the warehouse, the demand for Thistle Systems Maxicube Shuttle Racking, or radio shuttle racking as it is sometimes referred to, is increasing dramatically. What Is Shuttle Racking Shuttle racking uses a combination of … Continued

Read more
radio shuttle racking at food and drink warehouse, Perthshire, Scotland.

The Hidden Costs of FLT Travel Times in Drive-In Racking

Have you considered how much money you spend every year stocking and retrieving pallets from your warehouse? The cost of forklift trucks and drivers is a sizable element of any warehouse operation but is often overlooked when deciding on the optimum racking solution. And whilst drive-in racking is seen by many companies as an excellent … Continued

Read more
Picking Tower Cold Store

The Exponential SKU Challenge Facing Warehouse Managers

The exponential growth of SKUs is a challenge facing many warehouse managers and none more so than those operating within the wholesale market. The challenge is further compounded by customers looking for greater flexibility in ordering, resulting in more mixed pallets being created and, as a result, more broken/split/half pallets needing to be stored. The … Continued

Read more
Radio shuttle installation Dumfries and Galloway by Thistle Solutions, Scotland.

Drive In Racking v Radio Shuttle Racking

Drive-in racking is a firm favourite when it comes to high-density racking solutions, especially in distribution centres and cold stores where maximising capacity is a key driver. However, like every industrial racking system, drive-in pallet racking isn’t perfect and doesn’t suit every project. So whilst drive-in racking may appear to be a cheaper investment, the … Continued

Read more
Shuttle Storage System

Shuttle Racking Cost Benefits – Costs Reduced for Loading Times

Most people tend to focus on the increased capacity when they discuss shuttle racking benefits as opposed to the incredible cost savings the solution can deliver. It’s understandable really, as shuttle racking can deliver a dramatic increase in storage capacity which is often the main driver of the project, however, when clients see the additional … Continued

Read more
Mezzanine Alternative

Why Mezzanines Are Not the Best Alternative to Block Stacking

Block stacking may appear to be a cheap and effective storage solution for many companies whether it’s during periods of growth or simply through tradition. Most people understand that block stacking isn’t always the most effective or efficient way to store pallets but, in many circumstances, it does what is required. However, that appears to … Continued

Read more
Shuttle Storage System

Shuttle Racking Cost Benefits Could Save £1million Per Year

If you are currently using an external storage provider to store pallets or are looking at extending your warehouse, shuttle racking presents a real opportunity to deliver significant cost savings through better space utilisation and improvements to operational efficiencies. One company even recognised the potential to save over £1million per year by using shuttle racking … Continued

Read more
Shuttle Storage System

Discover the Power of the Max the Cube Shuttle Storage System

The Max the Cube Shuttle Racking system, or Shuttle Storage System as they are sometimes referred to, allows you to maximise the full potential of your warehouse by dramatically increasing capacity, reducing operating costs and improving throughput. By using a combination of high-density racking and a semi-automated shuttle, the solution enables you to truly maximise … Continued

Read more
Dynamic Pallet Racking

What is Dynamic Pallet Racking ?

Dynamic Pallet Racking is the term used to describe storage solutions which use mechanical or gravitational forces to move pallets within the racking system. These include push back racking, pallet live racking, mobile pallet racking, picking tunnels and radio shuttle racking. These Dynamic Pallet Racking solutions are transforming traditional warehouse storage by enabling companies to … Continued

Read more
radio shuttle racking at food and drink warehouse, Perthshire, Scotland.

Warehouse Racking System – Which is the Best?

Looking for the best warehouse racking system to maximise capacity and improve the performance of your warehouse? It’s a question that we are often asked but unfortunately, there isn’t one simple answer. The footprint and height of each warehouse may be slightly different. The pallet size may vary. The products being stored are likely to be … Continued

Read more