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General Bolt Bin Questions What are bolt bins? Bolt bins are open front metal units, designed to hold parts such as nuts and bolts. This warehouse shelving is commonly used in facilities to improve organization, visibility, and efficiency by keeping small parts sorted. What are bolt bins used for? Bolt bins are used to store and organize hardware items to prevent clutter and improve inventory visibility. These industrial shelving units allow teams to better keep track of items that have a tende …

In manufacturing facilities, there is constant pressure for more efficient operations, maximized space, and inventory accuracy. With so many moving parts and other issues including labor constraints, busy facilities are turning to automation solutions. Material handling solutions such as Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) and Warehouse Carousels, specifically the Hanel Lean-Lift and Hanel Rotomat, bring ergonomics, accuracy, efficiency, and safety all together. Below, we’re breaking down five ke …

Automotive and truck parts departments need to keep a wide range of parts on hand, often including small parts like nuts and bolts that need to stay organized, to large bulky items such as hoods and wiper racks. With space often limited in dealerships and truck centers, storing these parts can be difficult, which is why it’s important for parts department storage to be as efficient as possible. Below, we’ll break down five game-changing reasons why Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs), speci …