When viewing warehouses it is sometimes quite difficult to visualise how they will look when fitted out with all the equipment you may require to operate efficiently. With this in mind, you should think about utilysing empty space at height as well as floor space, mezzanine flooring is a great option for just that.
Mezzanine flooring will create an abundance of extra space, and this can be done without permanent construction, as the mezzanine can be taken down and relocated as seen fit.
There are many advantages to installing mezzanine flooring, here we have listed three crucial reasons as to why mezzanine flooring is great at adding extra space to your warehouse rather than relocating to new premises.
Utilise space
Typically warehouses often have high ceilings, this space can be seen as wasted space. To rectify the situation and if needed, this space can be utilised via the installation of a mezzanine floor.
A mezzanine floor can effectively double the capacity of a warehouse, and also save the company the associated costs of relocating warehouses. Mezzanine floors are easy to install, quick, and above all cost-effective. Thus a mezzanine floor makes a great addition to any warehouse.
Loading capacity and durability
Mezzanine floors are very effective at storing very heavy loads, this is because they are often made from steel and concrete.
Mezzanine floors are typically made from concrete and the supporting beams are generally made from industrial-grade steel.
A typical mezzanine design may feature:
- Heavy-duty stairs
- Handrails
- Dispatch shoots
- Stable timber, concrete or steel finished floors
- Long-lasting shelving and racking
Easy to build and maintain
Mezzanine flooring is so simple to build that in fact, you can have your new floor or office ready in a couple of weeks.
Mezzanine floors are generally made from non-porous materials, thus making cleaning the mezzanine floor relatively easy. Mezzanine floors are easy to customize, thus making racking and shelving very efficient.
Further information
If you need further information in relation to mezzanine flooring for your new warehouse project, please contact one of our expert team, who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
