Pallet Rack Safety & Repair Blog

Differences Between Retail Warehouses and Distribution Centers

In today’s fast-paced economy, the efficiency of supply chains plays a crucial role in customer satisfaction and business... More

Prepare Your Warehouse for Winter: 10 Essential Safety Tips

As the days get shorter and temperatures drop, it’s time to get ahead of winter’s challenges—especially regarding your... More

3 Warehouse Safety Trends to Implement Sooner Than Later

A strong safety culture is the cornerstone of a successful warehouse operation. It ensures compliance and prevents... More

Warehouse Injuries: How to Protect Your Workforce and Bottom Line

Imagine the phone call: a worker has been severely injured—or worse—on your watch. In the moments that follow, you’re not... More

Future of Warehousing: 9 Innovations You Can’t Ignore

In an industry where efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness are paramount, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just a... More

Differences between a rack expert and engineer specialized in racking

Unlocking the full potential of a warehouse requires a delicate balance of operational efficiency and structural integrity.... More

Top Warehouse Rack Collapse Video Fails - Forklift Accidents Lessons

Lowe’s Warehouses: Examining Warehouse Safety Strategies

Did you know that one of Lowe’s fulfillment centers has the capacity to accommodate 22 football fields? Have you ever... More

Top Warehouse & Big Box Store Scenes in Mainstream Films & TV Series

Unforgettable Warehouse Moments in TV & Film While storage facilities might not be the first place you imagine witnessing... More

ANSI MH16.1: Updated Load Capacity Calculation Requirements for Racks

Comparing the new ANSI MH16.1-2021 standard to the previous 2012 standard. The approach to calculating load capacities on... More

10 Essential Workplace Safety Tips for Every Warehouse Worker

While warehouses are essential for the supply chain, warehouse work often involves heavy equipment, high shelves, and... More

9 Most Common Issues Found During Rack Inspections

During conformity inspections of pallet rack systems conducted by experienced professionals, the 9 issues addressed in this... More

A Look at OSHA’s Warehousing NEP: Is Your Rack Safety Program Ready?

Warehousing and distribution centers have experienced remarkable growth in the last decade, employing over 1.9 million... More

11 Fascinating Facts About Warehousing That Might Surprise You

Beyond the everyday operations, there are intriguing facts about the warehousing world, spanning from the towering heights... More

Reach Trucks vs. Forklifts—Choosing What’s Right for Your Warehouse

When optimizing warehouse operations, selecting the right equipment is paramount. Reach trucks and forklifts are two common... More

IKEA Warehouses: Efficient Warehousing and Distribution Strategies

Have you ever found yourself captivated by IKEA, imagining the ideal home setup, and maybe spending more than planned to... More

Warehouse Rack Maintenance: How to Maximize Lifespan and Savings

Pallet racks are the backbone of your storage and organization system, ensuring that products are stored safely and... More

8 Rack Safety Budget Planning Mistakes

In warehouse management, rack safety often goes unnoticed in budget discussions. But what if we told you that overlooking... More

8 Types of Industrial Rack Systems Tailored for Warehouse Efficiency

Pallet racks are metal structures designed to support the goods in a warehouse or an industrial facility. Various factors,... More

6 Crucial Questions for Warehouse Workers: A Guide to Warehouse Jobs

A reliable supply chain is crucial for businesses, particularly manufacturers and retailers. An efficient, streamlined... More

Warehouse Racking: When Pallet Racks Become a Long-Term Investment

Pallet racks are expensive warehouse components that require great care in their selection and maintenance. Their purchase... More

Unveiling the Giants of Material Handling: Most Powerful Forklifts

Forklift trucks, the backbone of warehouses and industrial operations, are about to take center stage as we delve into... More

What to Inspect? Unveiling Rack Components for Safety Inspections

As a warehouse manager or operator, ensuring the safety and reliability of your racking system is of utmost importance.... More

Implementing a Rack Safety Program: Key Steps for Warehouse Managers

As a warehouse manager, ensuring the safety and well-being of your employees, visitors, and equipment is paramount. Rack... More

Costco’s Operations Strategy: Decoding Its Warehousing Approach

Costco Wholesale Corporation, a leading global retailer consistently ranked among the top five, owes much of its success to... More

Most Common OSHA Violations in Warehouses

Safety standards are implemented for the well-being of employers and their workers. As an agency under the United States... More

Warehouse Safety: Answering the Top 5 Questions on Pallet Racks

Pallet racks are a crucial part of any warehouse or storage facility. However, with the benefits of warehouse racks come... More

5 Ways Rack Management Software Can Boost Your Warehouse Safety Today

Are you confident that the pallet racks in your warehouse are safe and compliant? Pallet racks in a warehouse can be risky... More

Management 101: How to Maximize Your Warehouse Space Utilization

While maximizing warehouse space is a concern for many businesses, some may be unable to afford a larger warehouse.... More

Tornadoes and Warehouse Safety: How to Protect Pallet Racking Systems

While the cinematic thrill of a tornado might be captivating, such as in the movie Twisters, the reality is far from... More

10 Skills Every Warehouse Manager Needs to Succeed

Warehouse management is essential to the success of any supply chain operation. It requires a wide range of soft and... More

Everything Health & Safety Managers Need to Know About Rack Safety

A health and safety manager ensures employees are safe at work and that storage systems, such as pallet racks, are safe for... More

Unlocking the Benefits of ProMat: How to Maximize Your Visit

Tradeshows are back in full swing more than ever, and you won’t want to miss ProMat, the largest international supply chain... More

10 Ways to Downsize Your Warehouse Operations When Velocity Slows Down

Warehouse operations are a critical component of any supply chain. Still, as the velocity of the movement of goods slows... More

Damaged Racks: 5 Steps to Pallet Racking Repair

Over their lifetime, racking systems can become damaged from many factors, be they environmental, like rust, from impacts... More

Natural Disasters and Warehouse Racking: How to Prevent Damage

Natural disasters can devastate entire regions, and warehouses containing industrial racking are, unfortunately, not exempt.... More

Employer’s Guide: 10 Proven Tips to Enhance Warehouse Worker Safety

Why invest in warehouse worker safety? The U.S. warehousing and storage industry employs over 1,000,000 workers in more than... More

8 Types of Warehouses: Choosing the One That’s Best for You

A warehouse isn’t just a big building full of pallets and boxes. A warehouse provides many benefits, such as increased... More

OSHA: Answers to Most Commonly Asked Questions

If you work in the United States, no matter if it’s in construction, warehousing, manufacturing, or any other field, chances... More

Your Guide to Buying Used Racks Safely: 5 Key Tips to Follow

Used racks are often an attractive choice for warehouse owners: compared to new racking, their costs can be much lower,... More

The Harsh Reality of Pallet Racking Durability

Most people view pallet racking as a plain and basic structural design. However, from an engineering point of view, racks... More

Warehouse Racking Issues: 6 Causes That Aren’t Related to Forklifts

When considering causes of damage and issues with industrial racking, forklifts immediately spring to mind. Because of their... More

Rack Maintenance: Overcoming Common Challenges

Pallet rack systems play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of warehouses and distribution centers. Why? Because... More

Column Protectors: How to Prevent Costly Damage to Buildings

When it comes to protecting our buildings from vehicle collisions, the first thing that comes to mind is shielding the main... More

Pallet Rack Components: Anatomy of a Warehouse Storage System

Pallet racks play a crucial role in the efficiency of your warehouses and distribution centers. When used safely, they... More

Better Warehouse Maintenance: National Retail Chain Saves $10M a Year

Challenges are abundant in the retail industry. Large retailers with hundreds of locations all over North America must... More

How Warehouse Management Software Can Improve Operations

Among the main concerns of warehouse managers, safety issues are at the top of the list. In an industrial setting, a single... More

7 Amazon Warehouse Safety Tips For Your Workplace

We're not telling you anything you don’t already know: Amazon is the undisputed leader in the online retail industry.... More

5 Tips to Help You Make the Most Out of MODEX

Trade shows like MODEX provide many opportunities to explore the latest industry trends, connect with experts, and discover... More

Top 5 Supply Chain & Manufacturing Industry Events

No matter how easy it has become to get information about new technologies and products online, there is still something to... More

10 Things Not to Do with Your Warehouse Racks

Most warehouses use pallet racks to store their goods and optimize the stacking of materials for safe and easy access. Yet,... More

Damotech Platform and App: Q&A with Pascal Lalonde, Software Architect

Pascal Lalonde is a Web Architect who leads the software development team at Damotech, a company dedicated to creating safer... More

How Much Rust Is Too Much?

The 4 different stages of rust on your warehouse pallet racks and how to prevent it Steel is a largely used material in many... More

Top 100 Inspirational Safety Quotes for Your Workplace

Safety Quote of the Day Is your team suffering from a severe case of meetingitis? Find your safety quote of the day and... More

5 Free Tools to Increase the Safety of Your Warehouse

Warehouse racking accidents are a large concern when it comes to safety. According to OSHA (OccupationalSafety and Health... More

Top 10 Blog Posts from the Warehouse Industry

Welder to Engineer: Perseverance Wears Many Hats at Damotech

Julian’s career growth at Damotech After working as a welder at Damotech, Julian is now a candidate to the engineering... More

Wire Mesh VS. Wood: The Best Option for Your Pallet Racks

This list of pros and cons will help you determine the best solution for your warehouse. You can find it advantageous to use... More

Safety Bars: Essential Fall Prevention Items for Your Pallet Racks

Having material fall from a pallet rack system can be a tragedy for anyone involved. Although pallet racks have cemented... More

Your Pallet Racks Are Repaired, Now What?

Next steps after fixing your pallet racks: How to prevent damage and accidents Your storage systems play an important role... More

The 5 Most Common Warehouse Management Pitfalls

Warehouses vary in size, location, climate, and purpose. While there are plenty of variables at play, they all have one... More

Life at Damotech: Engineering

Members of the engineering team at Damotech are talented, resilient, constantly learning, detail-oriented, and always ready... More

5 Things to Consider When Planning a New Warehouse Rack Installation

So you realize your warehouse needs more storage and you decide to buy a racking system. Great idea, but don’t go rushing... More

Best Solutions for Sinking Concrete Slabs in Warehouses

Warehouses can be subjected to structural problems in their lifespan that can affect their operational, management, and... More

Main Actors in the Warehouse Racking Industry

Most industries, if not all, are faced with regulations imposed by federal or local governments to ensure the safety of... More

A Guide to Warehouse Safety Signage Requirements

Safety signage plays a crucial role in safeguarding warehouse operations. The importance of displaying appropriate signs... More

Seismic Forces and Warehouse Pallet Racks

Have you ever thought about how earthquakes can affect storage racks in your warehouse? Aside from causing a complete... More

Fire Sprinkler Safety Requirements in Warehousing and Pallet Racking

A warehouse fire is not as uncommon as you might think. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), an... More

The History of Pallet Racks

It may seem as though pallet racks have been around forever, but the racking industry is only about 100 years old. What... More

Top 10 Supply Chain & Logistics Industry Events Happening This Year

While the coronavirus pandemic certainly changed the face of conferences and events, that doesn’t necessarily mean things... More

Top 10 Largest Warehouses in North America

Discover the monumental world of warehousing as we explore the size and scale of the largest warehouses and distribution... More

Rack Damage Assessment: The 1-2-3 Rule Explained

After completing a rack safety inspection for your warehouse, you might have identified damage to the uprights, braces,... More

Pallet Rack Safety Pins: Extra Security in a Tiny Package

What Is a Safety Pin? When you think of a safety pin, the first thing that may come to mind is a pin commonly used for... More

Highlights from ProMatDX 2021

ProMatDX is the new digital event experience designed to power up manufacturing and supply chain professionals from over 140... More

Test Your Knowledge Quiz: Pallet Rack Safety

Online quiz games and free online trivia games are some of the most effective ways to test one’s understanding of a certain... More

10 Common Rack Repair Myths Debunked

If you walk through any warehouse, chances are you have witnessed impact damage on pallet racking systems. Over 85% of rack... More

Celebrating International Women's Day with Four of Damotech's Own

For International Women’s Day, we thought it would be great to celebrate with some of our very own talented women who are... More

6 Ways to Make Your Warehouse Go Green

Over the past couple of years, you’ve no doubt heard the terms eco-friendly, sustainable, renewable, and green. The... More

How to Identify & Assess Pallet Rack Damage

The concept of addressing rack damage seems simple: You spot a dented column or brace and you decide whether you would like... More

Work Platforms and Mezzanines: What Are the Distinctions?

The size of warehouses has been significantly increasing over the years. When you think of warehouse size, the first reflex... More

How to Handle Hazardous Materials Safely & Prevent Warehouse Incidents

Across North America, many warehouses are used for the storage of hazardous materials. From gas cylinders to liquid paint,... More

Rack Bracing Damage: Repair or Replace?

If you are an owner of pallet racking systems, you are most likely no stranger to twisted or sheared upright legs, deflected... More

Robotics, Automation & Augmented Reality in Warehousing

Warehouses have been operated conventionally for a long time. Labor workers have had to physically handle products from the... More

5 Surprising Warehouse Safety Statistics

In recent decades, the global economy has witnessed significant changes, accompanied by a surge in consumer demand. This... More

5 Essential Rack Safety Tools to Help You Succeed in 2024

While warehouse owners are under more pressure than ever before to run a well-oiled machine, they are also obligated by law... More

Warehouse Safety Roundup: Top 5 Blogs

Over the last year, we have shared our expertise on a variety of topics with the goal of educating those in the supply chain... More

Warehouse Safety Checklist: A Rack Owner's Responsibilities

As an Engineer, I buy, read, and apply North American rack design codes because that is my main focus. Rack owners are... More

Storage Rack Guards: Your First Line of Defense Against Damage

Warehouses and other industrial facilities all have two things in common: They all have racking systems These racking... More

Choosing the Right Pallet for Your Needs

With the invention of the first forklift truck back in 1915, skids – the early form of wooden pallets– were adapted to more... More

Common Forklift Accidents: Causes & How to Prevent Forklift Accidents

Often referred to as the “workhorses” of both the warehousing and construction industries, the forklift is a powerful... More

Cheat Sheet: How to Address Rack Damage in Your Warehouse

This guest blog was originally published on MHI's website and written by Damotech's Charles Carbonneau, P. Eng. More

Top 5 Ways Forklifts Damage Racks

In the bustling world of warehouses, forklifts are crucial in efficiently transporting heavy loads over short distances.... More

Pallet Rack Repair: A Solution You'll Want to Consider

As a safety-conscious warehouse manager, perhaps you have done your due diligence and taken the first steps in integrating... More

With So Many Rack Safety Products to Choose From, Where to Start?

Adopting a safety-focused mindset is an excellent start to addressing rack safety in your warehouse. But with so many... More

CHEAT SHEET: Pallet Rack Damage Priority Classification

To ensure the integrity of your pallet rack systems, it’s essential to understand the various types of damage that can be... More

Picking Processes for a More Productive and Efficient Warehouse

Efficiency can seem quite intangible. Certainly, the concept that getting more done for cheaper in less time is what we are... More

8 Leading Causes of Unsafe Pallet Rack Systems

Racks are highly efficient structures, but they require components to be free from damage to bear the loads placed on them.... More

The 5 Strategies to Improve Pallet Rack Safety in Any Warehouse

Rack safety is a complicated issue to tackle. Where should we start? Damotech recently recorded a webinar to address the 5... More

Safety Tactics to Eliminate Rack Damage in Your Warehouse

Even the smallest structural damage on your pallet racking should be investigated as it could eventually cause a racking... More

Why Aisle Width Matters When It Comes to Pallet Rack Safety

Every day, lift trucks move and retrieve palettized loads in and around storage systems. When they have limited space to... More

What Lies Beneath Your Warehouse Flooring

A defective floor slab can become a hazard to pallet racks and the forklifts operating on it. When installing new racks or... More

5 signs your racks may have been damaged during an earthquake

An earthquake can generate stress and cause damage to your pallet racking systems. Before cleaning the aisles from products... More

The A to Z of Rack Safety

Health and safety are certainly one of your company’s main priorities. But how do you promote it and make sure your work... More

An Engineer's Point of View on Pallet Rack Safety

This blog allows for all sorts of discussions on topics surrounding pallet racks and the role they play in the warehouse.... More

How to Build a Safety Culture in Your Warehouse

Creating a culture of safety in a warehouse environment is essential for the well-being of employees, the efficiency of... More

Q&A with Rack Safety Expert Dan Bider, Technical Director at Damotech

Dan Bider is a busy rack specialist and Technical Director at Damotech, a company whose mission is to safeguard pallet... More

When to Inspect Warehouse Pallet Racks?

Best practices in the material handling industry recommend the regular inspection of pallet rack systems in the warehouse by... More

Making the Case for Pallet Rack Repair Kits

Today, we'd like to address a warehouse safety topic that concerns not only rack owners and operators, but maintenance... More

Essential Warehouse KPIs to Optimize Your Facility

Being a warehouse manager is a balancing act, one that requires making the right business decisions while facing whatever... More

5 Tips on How to Inspect Racking Systems

We all know how important it is to inspect racking systems to identify issues or damage that may compromise the safety of... More

Legal Responsibilities Surrounding Damage to Pallet Racks in Canada

Did you know that in Canada, only an engineer who is a member of a professional order has the authority and insurance to... More

Metal of Honor - Preventing Rust and Corrosion to Pallet Racks

Ever since steel was discovered, people have been trying to find ways to prevent it from rusting. From kitchen utensils to... More

Field Welding on Racks - Why Homemade Repairs May Be Risky and Unsafe

Although field welding or welding on existing racks may seem like a quick and inexpensive way of repairing a damaged racking... More

An Inseparable Pair: Rack Tunnels and Wire Mesh Decking

In addition to ensuring the conformity of his pallet racks, an employer must also make sure that pallet loads and goods are... More

Improving Rack Safety Through Regular Inspections

Where there are forklifts, there is bound to be damaged warehouse-racking components. Lift trucks, pallet jacks, and other... More

Pallet Rack Height & Depth: A Ratio to Improve Rack Stability

With our minds turned to efficiency and cost considerations, the increasing density of warehouse storage space brings its... More

5 Steps You Can Take to Improve Pallet Rack Safety in Your Warehouse

While much needs tending to in a warehouse, pallet rack safety should be a concern for all those who work with or near a... More

How to Deal with Pallet Rack Deflection

Everything you need to know about pallet rack beam deflection Everything has its limit. Whether it is the speed limit on the... More

Minimum Distances Between Pallet Racking Systems & Building Structures

Looking for warehouse racking safety guidelines?Here's what you need to know about clearances in the warehouse. Our daily... More

Pallet Racking Weight Capacity: Why Warehouse Operators Need LARCs

Enhancing warehouse safety and efficiency with pallet rack load capacities and LARCs Pallet racks are designed to store... More

Let’s Set Something Straight…Your Pallet Racking Stability!

Do you know the difference between an out-of-plumb and out-of-straight rack upright? Montreal’s Olympic Stadium, the Tower... More

Parking Your Pallet at the Drive-In

Proper drive-in and drive-thru operating sequence for safe operations and pallet rack organization. Learn more about... More

Top 10 Things to Know About Cantilevered Racking

Cantilevered pallet racking is a versatile solution for optimizing warehouse storage space, particularly for items that defy... More

Pallet Rack Anchors: Small but Essential

ANSI/RMI standards require pallet rack anchors for all column bases in every storage rack system. Why are such small... More

PSR - What You Should Know About Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews

In Ontario (Canada), a PSR process is required by the Ontario Health and Safety Act, to identify any safety concerns with... More

CapEx vs. OpEx: What’s the difference for warehouse expenses

Strategic budgeting is key to keeping your warehouse operations running smoothly, and one crucial piece of the puzzle is... More

Avoid $15k fines from OSHA: A Safety Guide for Warehouse Managers

Proper pallet rack safety is vital to prevent accidents, injuries, and damage to inventory. In this article, we’ll discuss... More

How Changing Beam Positions Affect Rack Load Capacity

Pallet racks are very flexible and versatile structures. They allow beams to be placed at various heights to accommodate all... More

Need a Warehouse Safety Check? 12 Times to Call a Rack Inspector

Is your warehouse maximizing safety and efficiency? Pallet racking systems are the backbone of many warehouses, but their... More

Choosing a Rack Safety Partner: Your Guide to the RFP Process

Is your warehouse a haven of productivity, or a potential safety hazard waiting to happen? Warehouse accidents involving... More

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About the Damotech Rack Safety Blog

Our goal is to educate and inform those in the constantly evolving supply chain and manufacturing industry about the latest trends and best practices in warehouse safety. With a focus on topics such as rack inspection, load capacity, rack damage prevention, rack repair, and safety management, we aim to empower our readers to take ownership of their warehouses' most valuable asset: their racking systems.

Meticulously written and reviewed by our team of in-house engineers specialized in pallet racks, our blog articles provide warehouse owners, managers, health and safety managers, engineers, and workers with useful information related to their day-to-day activities. Among the topics covered in the blog are warehouse rack safety standards and guidelines (OSHA), the impact of seismic activity on racks, how to identify and assess pallet rack damage, general warehouse safety tips, main events in the supply chain industry, and many more.

We also offer free downloadable educational tools and how-to guides like checklists, posters, guides, webinars, and videos that can easily be used by any professional in the warehousing industry to improve safety in and around their racking systems. Browse through our extensive list of blog articles to stay up to date on the latest and best practices surrounding warehouse rack safety and subscribe to our blog newsletter to receive email alerts when new blog posts are published.

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