A curved conveyor system.

How Conveyor Systems Promote Warehouse Safety

July 31, 2024

In any warehouse situation, safety needs to be the highest priority. Any system that can be put in place to promote safety is worthwhile. Safety incidents don’t just cost money and time for business operations, that can also hurt or kill warehouse workers. It may not seem obvious, but conveyor systems in warehouse can be […]





Pallet racking protection.

How Often Should Pallet Racking Should Be Inspected



If pallet racking is installed correctly, it can be very safe. However, even when properly installed, pallet racking does pose a danger. Due to accidents, incorrect loading, and simple wear and tear, pallet racking can become damaged over time. This damage creates risks of pallets falling or even the pallet racking collapsing. All of this […]





Empty pallet live storage system.

The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Pallet Live Storage



There are many different kinds of pallet racking out there, each with a specific use case. What this means is that pallet racking can be designed to suit different situations depending on how the warehouse operates. For example, denser pallet racking often sacrifices selectivity. This may not be a problem though, and it may suit […]





Full warehouse racking.

Tips For Maximising Warehouse Space



If your business is storing goods in a warehouse, it’s important to ensure that warehouse is being used as effectively as possible. After all, you don’t want to be paying for space you’re not using. Because of this, it’s important to consider how big a warehouse is needed for a business and also determine when […]





Double deep pallet racking getting unloaded by a forklift.

What Are The Benefits Of Double Deep Pallet Racking?

May 13, 2024

What double deep pallet racking is and how it operates is all in the name. Unlike standard selective pallet racking, double deep pallet racking stores pallets two deep, increasing the storage density of a warehouse. Double deep pallet racking is one of many different types of pallet racking, each with its own use cases, positives, and negatives. That is […]





Heavy duty Colby shelving being loaded by a warehouse worker.

Choosing The Right Type Of Industrial Shelving

May 6, 2024

In an industrial storage situation, there’s often a bit of choice, and shelving is no different. Different shelving has different use cases, and suits different situations and budgets. There’s not much use in getting industrial shelving that’s over-engineered for what you need. It’s also important that you don’t overload shelving with something too heavy; if that happens, […]





Pallet racking protection.

Why You Need Pallet Racking Protection

April 29, 2024

When investing in a new pallet racking system for a warehouse, it can be tempting to skip additions like pallet racking protection. Is it really needed or is pallet racking protection just an add on to warehouse equipment? We here at Colby Dandenong always recommend our clients purchase pallet racking protection. Although pallet racking can be a […]





Simple warehouse mezzanine level.

What Is A Warehouse Mezzanine?

April 22, 2024

When it comes to expanding the floor space of a warehouse, a mezzanine or raised storage area is often a really good option. If you’re unfamiliar with what a mezzanine is and how it can fit into your existing warehouse, though, it may not have occurred to you as a good solution. After all, if […]





Drive in pallet racking being loaded by a forklift.

What Are The Benefits Of Drive In Pallet Racking?

April 15, 2024

When it comes to warehouse storage, not all pallet racking is the same. When you’re trying to determine the best storage solution for your business, it’s important to note that there are different types of pallet racking and each types has its advantages, disadvantages, and use cases. One of these types of pallet racking is drive-in pallet racking. […]





A turret lift working in narrow aisle pallet racking.

Benefits Of Narrow Aisle Pallet Racking

April 8, 2024

In the world of pallet racking, there’s a lot to choose from. A lot of people think that “racking is racking” and, while there may be a difference in quality between brands, all pallet racking can be used the same way. In actual fact though, pallet racking can be designed to be used in different ways […]