Sustainability in the supply chain is a crucial issue in today’s world, where environmental and social challenges demand a change in the way we manage resources. Storage decisions, often underestimated, have a significant impact on the environment, from the use of materials to energy consumption. Product storage can have negative impacts, such as the excessive use of non-recyclable materials, high energy consumption and waste generation. For example, single-use plastics remain

In the dynamic world of warehousing and logistics, pallets are essential elements in the supply chain. There are various types of pallets, each with specific characteristics that adapt to different needs and sectors. Knowing the type of pallet used in a warehouse is vital for designing and implementing the optimal pallet rack system in each case. Below is a summary of the different types of pallets based on materials and

Reverse logistics plays a vital role in warehouse management, enabling the return, recovery, repair, or recycling of products. With the rise of e-commerce and growing environmental concerns, this process has become even more relevant. There are  two main types  of reverse logistics: green, focused on recycling, and return, dealing with resellable products.  Its implementation presents both  challenges and opportunities  in controlling the flow of material and information. Key activities in

As we mentioned in our previous post, current regulations stipulate the use of various protection and safety elements to prevent possible damage to storage equipment and to guarantee the safety of the stored goods and personnel.   In this post we describe the following elements:   Pallet stop beams Standard UNE-EN 15629 states that the specifications for storage equipment include pallet stop beams.   Pallet stop beams serve as a

Here we describe some different elements that bestow greater protection and safety in a warehouse with conventional pallet racking. Firstly, we shall focus on three elements from the available range which, according to the indications of current standards, help reduce the risk of accidents in warehouses. Protections Standard UNE-EN 15512 stipulates the importance of avoiding damage to uprights caused by impacts from the handling equipment, as well as suitable training