When you are planning your warehouse layout, you’ll be conscious of your equipment budget. That’s natural. Watching every penny of your budget is necessary to create a thriving, profitable business. However, watching those pennies could lead you to make a choice to buy the wrong warehouse equipment, and that could hurt your bottom line in the long run. Some companies fail to see that the equipment they are investing in can actually be an investment in their bottom line, too. Many businesses focus their energies on lowering product costs in order to increase their profits. While that’s a great area to work on, those same businesses could benefit by focusing more of their energy bettering their internal systems. Systems such as how your warehouse operates and what equipment it uses to get the job done can play a big role in the kinds of profits that you see at the end of the day.
While the right selective pallet rack system and other warehouse equipment might not be all that you need in order to see profits, it’s a good place to start.
Why the Right Warehouse Equipment Makes a Difference
Lower your labor expenses.
If you are like most warehouses in the United States, one of the biggest costs that you face is your labor expense. If you can find a way to reduce those labor costs, you’ll instantly see a boost to your bottom line. Implementing the right warehouse equipment will do the trick. For instance, switching to selective pallet racking allows you to take advantage of a system that is designed to give your workers a more efficient method for processing orders and moving products through your warehouse.
When workers can move efficiently through your warehouse space and fulfill orders faster, with fewer touches, and with less wasted time, you’ll see the difference it makes on your profits. You’ll have happier customers, fewer unfulfilled orders at the end of the day, and be able to boost your company’s reputation for excellence. And that’s all thanks to having the right warehouse equipment.
Lower your equipment costs.
Warehouse equipment isn’t just about efficiency, either. It’s important to invest in high-quality equipment that is made to be durable and created from the highest quality materials to achieve the best final results. This ensures that your warehouse equipment won’t break down unexpectedly, putting a stop to your workflow or costing you extra money for replacement pieces and repair work. The best warehouse equipment is built to last as well as built to help your warehouse work faster.
Remember, though, that the most expensive warehouse equipment isn’t necessarily the best. You’ll want to look for quality brands that have established a reputation for excellence. You can also get a lot of great deals on second-hand warehouse equipment; just make sure it’s been thoroughly inspected and is backed by a reputable dealer.
Lower your operating costs.
Many businesses assume that as their business grows and expands, their warehouse will have to, as well. That means they will have to face the expense of moving their operation and paying for a bigger warehouse space. While eventually, it may come to that, most businesses don’t have to take on those additional expenses nearly as soon as they assume. Instead of looking for a bigger warehouse, you need to create a smarter warehouse. The right warehouse equipment can help.
Investing in the right warehouse equipment can help you maximize the potential of your warehouse’s space. Items like conveyor systems, mezzanine levels, portable offices, and other equipment can help you make the most out of every square inch of space that you have. That way you can continue to operate in your current warehouse, lowering your operating expenses and only having to move or expand when it’s absolutely necessary. By then, you should have the cash on hand to make the move a much simpler financial decision.
Looking for the Best Warehouse Equipment?
DAK Equipment & Engineering knows all about finding the right equipment for a warehouse. We’ve been doing it for years. You can check out how we’ve helped other warehouses like yours maximize their space over in our case studies. These are real life examples about how businesses have put warehouse equipment to work in their warehouse and helped to boost their bottom line.
Do you have questions about any of the case studies you’ve read on our site? Are you looking for help with your warehouse planning and layout? We’re ready to help. Get in touch with our team by giving us a call or contacting us through our website. One of our project managers will be in touch with you right away to discuss the specifics of your warehouse and tell you more about the services that we offer that can help you create a great warehouse that’s using every inch of its available space. We’re looking forward to working with you soon!
