By adding a mezzanine to a warehouse, it can help to utilize the air space and to increase storage or office space at a very economical price. They are perfect for adding inventory space or keeping valuable spare parts and tools off the main plant floor.
Two types of mezzanines are available:
- A free standing mezzanine the area below would remain open, allowing for office areas or other storage. It uses structural steel for support
- A rack supported mezzanine, not only is the area of the mezzanine usable for shelving storage, but the area below is designed for maximum storage with the use of pallet racking.
Below illustrate how mezzanine can be used for different purpose
Simple structures like this create space for valuable tools and control usage more effectively.
Allow distributor to maintain the flow of existing operations while attaining valuable overhead warehouse space.
Modular wall systems allow offices to double as storage mezzanines with the simple addition of stairs, guard rails, and mezzanine flooring
Modular offices set on a mezzanine create more storage space on the plant floor while giving supervisors a clearer view of employees.
Type of mezzanine flooring should select may depend on:
- Material cost
- Wheel load Cap
- Tolerances
- Resistance
- Cleanability
- Warranty
- Price volatility
Mezzanine is used because:
- Flexibility- locate the stairs on any side of the mezzanine that will allow access
- Huge cost savings- the cost of buying or adding warehouse space rising,
- Double your floor space quickly - Building columns and obstructions are easily accommodated with minimal loss of space
- Transform unused overhead space into valuable floor space
- Quick installation in a few days
- Mezzanines can be relocated- Openings and stairways can be located wherever they are needed
- Leasing options available
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