Storage Racking Installation

E-Commerce Warehouse & Logistics in Johor, Malaysia

YTS storage racking team was appointed to design and install a high-efficiency racking system for an e-commerce fulfilment and packing warehouse. With the rapid growth of online shopping, the client required a storage solution that could handle fast-moving consumer products, improve picking speed, and maintain a safe and organized workflow.

Scope of Work - Smart Warehousing Installation and Setup in Johor, Malaysia

  1. Site Analysis & Storage Layout Planning
  • Studied product mix (lightweight to medium-heavy consumer goods).
  • Designed pallet racking to optimize both vertical and horizontal storage space.
  • Allocated dedicated areas for goods receiving, packing, and dispatching.
  1. Pallet Racking Installation
  • Installed selective pallet racking and shelving suitable for carton picking.
  • Integrated with mezzanine platforms for additional storage tiers.
  • Designed wide storage aisles to support warehouse trolley and forklift movement.
  1. Racking Setup & Configuration
  • Storage goods labelling and barcode-ready rack identification.
  • Height-adjustable beams to accommodate seasonal product variation.
  • Configured racking zones for high-turnover SKUs closer to packing areas.
  1. Quality Control (QC) & Safety Checks
  • Load tests for carton flow and pallet capacity.
  • Verified rack stability and anchoring.
  • Safety racking signage and rack protectors installed.
  1. Handover & Training
  • Conducted walkthrough with warehouse supervisors.
  • Shared safety and rack maintenance guidelines.
  • Trained staff on proper loading, picking, and weight distribution.

Key Considerations During Pallet Racking Installation

  1. Speed & Efficiency
    – Designed storage racks to reduce travel time between picking and packing zones.
  2. Scalability
    – Storage system allows for future expansion as e-commerce volume grows.
  3. Safety Concerns
    – Reinforced pallet racks to withstand frequent loading and unloading.
  4. Product Mix Flexibility
    – Adjustable storage racks for small parcels, bulky items, and seasonal stock.

Results

  • Increased storage capacity by 40% within the same warehouse footprint.
  • Improved picking efficiency, reducing order processing time by 25%.
  • Enhanced organization leading to faster dispatch and reduced error rates.