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What Is Material Handling?

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What is Material Handling?

Material handling is defined as the movement, storage, control and protection of materials, goods and products throughout the process of manufacturing, distribution, consumption and disposal. The material handling industry is responsible for manufacturing and distributing the equipment and services required to create material handling systems. These systems range from pallet rack and shelving to conveyors and automated systems.

project OhioSo where does Storage Solutions fit in to the mix? ALL OF IT! Not only can our team provide you with the equipment necessary for an efficient storage operation; we provide the services needed to put your operation in motion. We are a turnkey solution to your warehouse design needs. Storage Solutions offers in house warehouse design, project management and installation teams that take our customers’ visions and turn them in to completed projects.

Interested in our services? Contact us at 866.474.2001 and our knowledgeable sales team will help find the solution that best fits your needs. We also sell new and used warehouse storage equipment. Visit us online and check out our ever-changing inventory.

Storage Solutions Project Spotlight: Mississippi – Week 3

Welcome back! In week three of the Storage Solutions Project Mississippi Spotlight series, we are going to share with you everything that has or will be dismantled before the completion of the project.

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Project Details:

  • Approximately 2000 bin sections (combination of 36”W x 36”D and 36”W x 24”D) in a two level bin mezzanine
  • Three stairs and one vertical reciprocating lift
  • 2,725 bays torn down, mix of 102″W, 132″W and 144″W bays
  • 1,550 Pallet Positions of Selective Rack
  • Total Material Counts:
  • 1,100 Uprights
  • 10,000 Beams
  • 20,000 Pallet Supports

Our team has made a lot of progress from the first Project Mississippi post, week two, and now.  Check back next week for our final Project Mississippi post for the time-lapse video that will take you from start to finish!

Meet Storage Solutions Employee: Kelly Hargis

I was scanning through our blog posts from this year, and many of them either introduce our readers to a Storage Solutions team member or talk about how great our people are. It’s the truth, and Kelly Hargis is no exception to that!

kellyGet to know Kelly…

Hometown: Marshall, IL

Education: Associates in Accounting and Business Administration

What is your role with SSI? Accounting Assistant, Project Coordination/Management

How long have you been with SSI? Since 2002

What do you enjoy doing outside of work? Reading, exercising, shopping, spending time with my daughter Morgan, and all types of auto racing events.

Favorite Sports Team: The Cowboys, Colts, IU Basketball/Football, and Indiana Ice Hockey I can’t pick one favorite!

Fun Fact: I love scary stuff!  I love horror movies, and I visited Waverly Hill, in Louisville KY, one of the “Scariest Places on Earth”.

If you or any one you know is looking for a rewarding career with a constantly growing company and great people, check out our careers page!

Storage Solutions Wants To Meet You!

Every week I introduce you to our team members. Well, now it is time for you to introduce yourself to us, and what better time to do that than at our Open House!

We are hosting an Open House tomorrow, Thursday, September 13, 2012 from 3:00-7:00 pm, and we are rolling out the red carpet for our guests. There will be food, drinks, music, door prizes and a chance to meet our team in person and tour of our facility! Our 330,000 sq ft facility is quite the sight to see!

Our team can’t wait to meet you!

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Dematic Conveyor and Sorter Available Now!

Storage Solutions has a large quantity of used Dematic Conveyor and Sorter available for sale.  Please contact your sales representative or call us at 866.474.2001 for purchasing details and additional information.

1265 Accumulation Conveyor, Sorter, and Pallet Flow are available.

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NOTE: All items are subject to prior sale.

Thank You For All Your Hard Work!

Storage SolutionsAhh Labor Day weekend…time to enjoy a hard earned long weekend by the water, grilling out or just spending time with family and friends, but remember, you can NOT wear white pants after this weekend!

Whatever you choose to do, make sure to take time for yourself and celebrate all of the hard work and labor you put in the other 364 days a year.

To celebrate our hard working team, Storage Solutions will be closed on Monday, September 3rd, 2012 and will reopen on Tuesday, September 4th, 2012.

Don’t have any big Labor Day plans? That’s ok, save your energy and come celebrate with us on Thursday, September 13th, 2012! We are hosting an Open House. There will be food, drinks, music, and all attendees will have an opportunity to tour our facility and meet our hardworking team! RSVP today! We look forward to seeing you soon!

Meet Storage Solutions Employee: Angie Rajski

The fun thing about writing our employee blogs and introducing our readers to our team is I get to learn so many interesting facts about everyone! Today is no exception to that. I would like to introduce you to Angie Rajski. She has worn multiple hats during her fifteen years with Storage Solutions, but is currently the project coordinator for our National Accounts team.

angieGet to know Angie!

Hometown: Mishawaka, IN

Education: BS in Education

What do you enjoy doing outside of work? I enjoy photography, movies, my daughter’s sporting events and spending time with my family and friends.

Favorite Sports Team:  Tennessee Vols!!!

Fun Fact: In college, I had my sock drawer photographed because it was color coded and to this day my roommate won’t let me live it down!

Our Open House is almost here! RSVP today and come tour our facility and meet our team!

A Typical Day Doesn’t Exist In This Industry

As I always mention, Storage Solutions is constantly growing. With so many fresh, new faces in the office I thought it was necessary to use today’s blog as an opportunity to check in with one of our new team members and see what his experience has been like with us thus far! Making his Storage Solutions blogging debut, I give you, Billy Powers!

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Storage SolutionsI was recently asked to explain what my typical day looks like at Storage Solutions. I have been with the company for a little over two months now, and I can honestly say there is no typical work day; every day is different, every phone call provides me with a new and different challenge and every project I am exposed to is different than the last. If my day ever becomes typical or routine, you should assume I am not pushing myself or have stopped learning new things, which is far from possible.

In the material handling industry, there are always opportunities to learn new things. When I first started at Storage Solutions I was told to surround myself with the “all stars” in the office. Without a doubt, everyone in this office is an all star and are willing to help the “rookie” in the office. Every day the project managers help me understand the project details, the salespeople provide me with the tools and techniques and the management is continually helping me understand an ever changing industry. I never thought after such a short time I could learn so much, but with great teachers how could you expect anything less.

I have very ambitious goals for my future here with this company, but like everyone else I know I have to take it day by day. So to get back to the question of “the typical day”; it is showing up everyday eager to learn, continually building a strong network in and out of the office, taking every opportunity to shadow other employees, being one of the first to work and one of the last to leave, and being adaptable to whatever it is that might be thrown your way.

Storage Solutions Term Of The Week: Wire Decking

wire deckingYes, wire decking was covered in a previous post, but it is such an important component of pallet rack that I thought it was necessary to re-inform you, if you will, of the basics of wire deck!

Wire decking is used in pallet rack and other types of storage rack. Made from steel wire, wire decking gives you the flexibility to store a variety of pallet sizes.  It provides a solid surface while also maintaining an open surface which allows the overhead sprinkler system to suppress fires without restriction. Wire decking is easy to install and is maintenance free.

The wire deck is created with welded wire mesh and integrated support channels. The decking sits on top of the beams to create a shelf on which to store palletized inventory. It can be created to accommodate any depth of rack or beam length. It can also be designed for a range of load bearing capacities.

Buying used wire decks can be an extremely easy way to cut down on expenses. Storage Solutions has a large selection of used beams, used uprights, and used wire decks for you to choose from. We specifically store our pallet racks inside our warehouse; that way we can ensure that all of our customers receive the highest quality of used wire decking available.

The Storage Solutions Open House is Only 1 Month Away!

In case you missed the original post, we are hosting an open house and

YOU’RE INVITED!!

Help us celebrate 34 years in the material handling business!

Come take a tour of our 330,000 sq. ft. warehouse, and enjoy food, beverages and music! Our facility and our team are quite exceptional!

When:

Thursday, September 13th, 2012, 3-7pm

Where:

Storage Solutions Corporate Headquarters

910 East 169th Street

Westfield, IN 46074

We look forward to seeing you there!

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