FEM compliant racking system
October 1st 2005

Pallet racking and long span shelving from Hi-Lo Storage Systems have formed an integral part of the fitting out of PTS Plumbing Trade Supplies new Birmingham distribution centre.

Undertaken in partnership with its distributor, Angleton, Hi-Lo’s FEM compliant Premierack standard aisle racking and Shelfplan long span shelving have provided PTS with a state-of-the-art storage system that provides 6000 pallet positions.

Designed by Angleton to make maximum use of the headroom, the beams of the 12m high Premierack have been covered with open timber shelves so that a range of products can be stored. Further storage, for small parts, has been provided with the installation of Hi-Lo’s Shelfplan long span shelving.

"The new distribution centre has already made improvements in our excellent service with 80% of branches receiving deliveries before 12 noon," says Neil Allan, logistics director for PTS. "Angleton’s designs and overall project management were first class and we are delighted with Hi-Lo’s racking and shelving which are designed to the highest UK and European standards".

The FEM compliant Premierack system features uprights that can be reversed in the event of damage, thus reducing waste. Available in a variety of gauges, the uprights have a 50mm slot pitch, increasing the racking system’s flexibility and maximising space utilisation.

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