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Meet Storage Solutions Employee: Peter Bergmann

Storage Solutions has another new employee!

Peter BergmannPeter Bergmann joins our CAD Design team.  His 20 years of experience are sure to be a great asset to our team.  Here’s what you need to know about Peter…

Hometown: Born in Detroit, moved to Carmel in 1969

School/Area of Study: Architectural Engineering

What can you be found doing when you’re not working? Fishing, Golf, Biking, Walking Shelby (my dog)

Favorite Team: Cubs, Colts, Pacers, Any Race Car Team (I like all types of racing)

Fun Fact: My Middle Name is McQueen, like Speed McQueen (my mother’s maiden name)

The entire Storage Solutions team is excited to welcome Peter Bergmann!

Are YOU interested in joining our Storage Solutions team or know someone that would be a great addition to our growing team? We’re always looking for strong new canidates! Check out our careers page for more information & to apply!

Happy Father’s Day!

Storage Solutions would like to wish all the dads out there a Happy Father’s Day!

I had the opportunity to chat with two of the dads in our office about some of the joys and hardships of being an awesome dad.  Here’s what they had to say…

Tim Fonderoli: “An awesome dad is someone who cares and puts all his efforts in to his family.  My family is everything.  It is important to lead by example and show your kids how much they mean to you.  Saying no and disciplining your kids is one of the hardest things about being a parent.  There are times when I couldn’t let them do something because I knew that it was the wrong choice.  Then they make the wrong choice and there’s punishment, but you provide them with love and faith to recover and grown.  As my family always says in Italian, “Fede, Speranza, Amore, Famiglia Sempre.” In English this means faith, hope, love, family forever!”

Vince Zito: “Honestly, if I was able to do half of what my wife does and has done for our children, then I would be an awesome dad.  I look at myself as being their life coach until they move on to their adult life, and I just hope that one day they will look back and say, “Dad was awesome.” The hardest part of being a father is spending that quality, one-on-one, non-interrupted time with your child, and the fear of my children ever being hurt.  Kids and parents these days are so consumed with school, work, and hobbies that they don’t spend that much needed time together.  For the past two years, my kids and I have participated in an All Pro Dad program through their school.  We get together with other dads and kids once a month for breakfast and just talk.  At the end, the dads stand up and tell everyone why they are proud of their kids. When it comes to my kids getting hurt, whether it be physically or emotionally, it is my responsibility to protect them at any cost.”

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 17th.  Take time to thank your father for all he has done!

Meet Storage Solutions Employee: Billy Powers

Our team just keeps getting bigger!

Billy PowersWe are excited to introduce you to yet another new Storage Solutions team member, Billy Powers. Billy is a recent graduate of Wabash College, where he studied economics. He is joining our Online Sales and Business Development team!

Here are some interesting facts about Billy…

What can you be found doing when you’re not working (hobbies/interests)? I love spending time with family and friends, cooking out, and going to sporting events. I also am very active and like to be outdoors and play any type of sport. I have played basketball my whole life, but have recently taken a liking to golf.

Favorite Sports Team: Indianapolis Colts and Indiana Pacers

Fun Fact: In my free time I like to coach basketball.

Are YOU interested in joining our Storage Solutions team or know someone that would be a great addition to our growing team? We’re always looking for strong new canidates! Check out our careers page for more information & to apply!

Meet Storage Solutions Employee: Craig Altman

We are excited to introduce our newest Storage Solutions team member, Craig Altman! He is joining the installation team as a crew leader.  Craig has been in the material handling industry for 18 years and has experience with rack systems and mezzanines.

Craig enjoys traveling and has international work experience.  Being bi-lingual is one of his many talents!

Help us welcome Craig to the constantly growing Storage Solutions team! We look forward to utilizing his knowledge and skills in our upcoming projects!

If you or someone you know is interested in joining our team, visit our careers page and submit an application.  We are always looking to add quality people to our team!

SSI has been around the world

Storage Solutions Installations Spring/Summer 2012: Where Are We Now?

SSI has been around the worldWell it is June, meaning we are already almost halfway through the year, which also means our readers need an update on where in the country the Storage Solutions installation crew is and has been so far! Remember, we may be located in central Indiana, but our crews travel all over North America!

Where Are We Now?

Lancaster, PA-34,000 Sq Ft, Rack Teardown and Installation

Landover, MD (DC area)-520,000 Sq Ft, Rack Installation, Our First install in the DC area!

San Antonio, TX-867,300 Sq Ft, Rack Installation

Waco, TX-700,000 Sq Ft

Columbus, OH-Teardown

Little Rock, AR-713,000 Sq Ft, Pallet Rack Dismantle and Installation

Monroe Township, NJ-1.5 million Sq ft, New Distribution Center

Olive Branch, MS-500,000 Sq Ft, Rack Dismantle and Install

Memphis, TN-Rack teardown and Installation

Lebanon, IN-Rack Installation

Check out previous installation locations from our last “Where Are We Now?” post.  Whether a job is 5,000 sq. ft. right next door or over 1 million sq. ft. five states away, we’re always willing and able to get the job done.  If you’ve got a project you’d like us to work with you on, give us a call at 866.474.2001 or contact us!

Storage Solutions is Awarded Prestigious Wildeck Awards!

IMG_1214-resized-600We don’t like to boast, but Storage Solutions just received Wildeck’s 2011 Sales Excellence and President’s awards!

This is our thirteenth year to receive the Sales Excellence award. The Wildeck President’s Award is presented to the Wildeck dealer with the highest annual sales volume for that calendar year. This is the fifth year we have been honored with this award.

Wildeck is a trusted partner of Storage Solutions.  They are recognized as an industry leader and quality manufacturer of steel mezzanines, material lifts, and safety guardrail products. All products are made in the United States and are designed to improve the efficiency and competitiveness of your facility.

Thank you Wildeck and congratulations to the team here at Storage Solutions! Keep up the hard work!

Partnerships are the root to the growth and success of our business.  Are you looking to partner with a material handling company for a project or series of projects?  We’ve got the kind of experience and customer service it takes to establish a long and fruitful business relationship.  Give us a call at 866.474.2001!

I Survived My First Week!

If you read our blog, like us on FaceBook or follow us on Twitter, you know that I am new to the Storage Solutions team, and as of today, I have officially been here for one whole week!

What a week it has been…

I’ve been introduced to beams, uprights, wire decking and so much more.  I have learned a lot, but I still have a way to go. Not only am I new to SSI, I am new to the material handling industry; my previous experience being in law!

I am going to compare it to the first day of second grade in a foreign, non-English speaking country (a little dramatic, but bare with me).  You’re not really sure what to expect since your first two years of schooling were spent in an English speaking country. You rocked the alphabet and passed kindergarten (graduated college, got a degree), you made it through first grade and are a strong reader (got your first job and gained some useful experience), and then you arrive at second grade in a FOREIGN COUNTRY (new job, new industry).  You have a decent understanding of how a classroom works and being a strong reader is helpful, but learning a new language is hard!

kids in classroomUnless…

You have amazing classmates and a patient teacher that are there to help make the transition as smooth as possible. They offer you quick tips on learning the new language and pass along resources that make the new classroom less intimidating.

That is exactly what it has been like for me at Storage Solutions.  The other employees have been so welcoming and helpful; believe me, I’ve had loads of questions!

Even after a week, I know my decision to come to Storage Solutions was the right one.  I am so fortunate to be surrounded by kind, hard working people, and have a strong company at the base of it all.

If you or someone you know is interested in joining our ever growing team, visit our careers page and submit an application.  We are always looking to add quality people to our team!

Storage Solutions Term of the Week: Teardrop Pallet Rack

This Week’s Term of the Week:

Teardrop Pallet Rack

Teardrop Pallet RackTeardrop pallet rack is constructed of cold rolled steel commonly referred to as roll formed. This racking structure involves an upright with open holes on its’ face that are the shape of a teardrop along with beams that have connectors with rivets that slide and lock into place on the uprights. This type of design allows for the simple connection of beams and uprights.  Most types of teardrop rack utilize a spring activated safety lock to prevent the beam from dislodging from the upright during loading and/or unloading.

Almost every manufacturer of roll formed pallet racking has a teardrop design. The designs across the various manufacturers have slight differences and variations, but for the most part are interchangeable and compatible. Therefore, when a customer has existing teardrop racking in their facility they are not often restricted to only one manufacturers design of pallet racking when the need arises to add additional racking to their facility. The teardrop design of racking is the most interchangeable equipment across manufacturers in the industry which is why it is used by most customers in the marketplace.

Teardrop racking can be used in a variety of storage facilities such as garages, offices, storage rooms, warehouses, etc. It can also be manufactured to any size that fits the need of the customers products, and is available in a wide spectrum of colors.

Features of the teardrop rack:

  • Most common design in the marketplace
  • Compatible with most existing teardrop racking
  • Spring activated safety lock on most designs
  • Economical compared to the heavier design of structural racking
  • Wide variety of colors, sizes, and custom accessories to fit any function

IMG_1205-resized-600Want more information on Teardrop Pallet Rack? Contact our online sales team at 866.474.2001, and one of our knowledgable sales representatives will be able to help you get what you need! We also sell new and used pallet rack beams and used pallet rack uprights. Check out our inventory!

Storage Solutions was awarded the 2011 Top Gun Dealer Award from our partners at Speedrack. Their partnership has enabled us to provide our customers with quality products and competitive pricing for numerous years.

Source: Speedrack

Meet Storage Solutions Employee: Becca Reidy

Becca ReidyThere are soo many exciting, new things happening here at Storage Solutions!

We are again excited to introduce to you yet another NEW Storage Solutions team member!  Becca Reidy is joining the Marketing and Online Sales team as a summer intern.  She comes to SSI as a junior at the University of Toledo, studying marketing and sales.  Here are a few things you need to know about Becca…

Hometown: Indianapolis

What is one thing you hope to learn during your internship with SSI?:  I’m hoping to learn more about Storage Solutions while discovering more about the marketing and sales fields.

What can you be found doing when you’re not working (hobbies/interests)? I enjoy playing volleyball or listening to country music!

Favorite Team: The Indianapolis Colts!

Fun Fact: I have never been on a roller coaster.

Are YOU interested in joining our Storage Solutions team as a fall intern or know someone that would be a great addition to our growing team? We’re always looking for strong new canidates! Check out our careers page for more information & to apply!

Meet Storage Solutions Employee: Lauren Nigro

You know what they say… TWO is better than one.  And we couldn’t agree more!

In a matter of a week, our marketing team has doubled as we add our second new employee!  We’re excited to introduce you to the most recent addition to our Storage Solutions team, Lauren Nigro.  Lauren brings a journalism degree and business marketing experience to the table as she takes on a Marketing & Inside Sales position.  You can find her keeping busy blogging, interacting with our Facebook fans, and keeping tabs on the Twitter-sphere among other things.  Here’s what you should know about Lauren…

Lauren NigroHometown:  Cicero, IN

Education:  Indiana University (GO HOOSIERS!)

Role With Storage Solutions:  Marketing & Inside Sales

What can you be found doing when you’re not at the office?

I can be found spending time with friends and family, participating in a bowling league (but I’m not very good), walking, swimming… anything active!

Favorite Sports Team:  Indiana Hoosiers

Fun Fact:  I love traveling! I spent a summer in Italy, a month in Venezuela and I will be heading to Greece next month!

On behalf of all of us here at Storage Solutions, we are so excited to have Lauren join our team and are looking forward to all the new ideas and content she can bring to the table!

If you or someone you know is interested in joining our team, visit our careers page and submit an application.  We are always looking to add quality people to our team!