All incoming materials and outgoing finished products pass though some form of distribution facility.  These of course vary depending upon the scale of the operation and nature of the product, but all are built around the same principles. 

 

Rapid and safe loading/unloading with the minimum air infiltration are essential features and to ensure this it is important to have a full understanding of materials handling and vehicle logistics.  As distribution facilities are seen as non-productive areas it is all too easy to overlook the space required both for load make up and efficient vehicle turnaround.  We are used to designing for a multitude of vehicle types and load configurations.  Loading bays can be dangerous places and at design stage we always strive to eliminate as many potential hazards as possible.

 

 

The movement of both vehicles and forklifts also present hazards to the building fabric, and to alleviate this we work with manufacturers to develop systems which avoid the chances of collision.

 

We have installed a wide range of loading bay equipment from many of the world’s top manufactures.  This includes dock levellers, scissor lifts, dock seals and shelters and associated equipment.

 

Many projects include areas of warehouse or dry goods storage.  Often these use pallet racking to maximise the storage capacity.

 

We have designed and installed various types of pallet racking systems depending upon the requirement of the client and product.  These include static, drive-in, push back and mobile systems.

 

 

In addition we also design and install mezzanine floors which can increase storage capacity and provide much needed additional floor space.

 

We have also installed fire sprinkler systems as both new installations and retro-fit to existing storage areas.