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General Questions What is a mezzanine in a warehouse or industrial facility? Mezzanines are intermediate levels built between the main floor and ceiling of a facility. These storage platforms create additional floor space without increasing the building’s footprint. Mezzanines are often made out of steel and designed to support heavy loads. What are the most common uses for mezzanines in industrial and automotive spaces? Mezzanines offer a range of functions. Some of these common uses inc …

Challenge After 15 years of sun, rain, and snow, the St. Louis weather had finally taken its toll on this aerospace company’s outdoor lumber storage. When rust started creeping onto their storage system, we knew it was time for an upgrade. This aerospace company had outdoor storage for their lumber that we designed for them 15 years ago. With a crating shop to make shipping crates for moving their items around the country safely and securely, this facility was taking advantage of their out …

General Questions What is cantilever racking? Cantilever racking is an industrial storage system that is designed for long, bulky, or oddly shaped items. These industrial rack systems use horizontal arms that extend outwards to support inventory, allowing for easy access. Where is cantilever rack most commonly used? Cantilever racking is most commonly used in lumber yards, steel service centers, and warehouses that need specialized storage and flexible storage. This industrial shelving rack can …