WHICH MEZZANINE IS RIGHT FOR YOUR SPACE?
Mezzanines are excellent structures that help you expand your storage and manufacturing space without expanding your facility. These structures are not permanent, so you can expand or remove them as needed. Not every mezzanine style is the same or will work with your space or needs. Let’s take a look at the different styles of mezzanines and determine what is beneficial for your workspace.
WHAT ARE MEZZANINES?
Before trying to pick a mezzanine for your space, you should understand what one is. A mezzanine is a structure you can add to your warehouse to increase your storage space without expanding the size of your facility. These structures are less expensive than any type of renovation to your building. They allow you to expand your space by increasing your storage capacity in a vertical direction. Mezzanines, most times, are not permanent, so they can be taken down and relocated if needed. They can either be a freestanding structure within your warehouse or mounted to a wall.
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF MEZZANINES?
There are four primary types of mezzanines. Let’s review your options.
- Freestanding
- Stainless steel
- Building supported
- Shelving supported
Each one varies in how it can be used. Freestanding mezzanines are easy to put up and break down and are flexible in their use. Stainless steel mezzanines are easy to assemble also and are ideal for food and beverage operations. Building supported mezzanines are assembled and then supported by the structure itself. Shelving supported mezzanine are assembled atop of, and supported by shelving systems.
The structure of your building and what your needs are will determine what type of mezzanine you need. Stainless steel are beneficial for food and beverage facilities. Shelving supported allows for maximum storage space. Building supported can only be used if the structure is strong enough to support it. Freestanding mezzanines need the open space in the warehouse for the structure.
BENEFITS OF A MEZZANINE
Using a mezzanine in your warehouse brings you multiple advantages. As mentioned above, these structures afford you additional space without the expense of renovations. Using a semi-permanent structure like this is much more budget-friendly than construction. Each one is custom designed to for your specific size and operational needs. You can design and use them pretty much however you would like.
Since these fixtures help you free up space and better organize the product in your warehouse, you improve safety and productivity in your workplace. Employees do not need to worry about excessive trip/slip hazards posed by improperly stored items. Improved storage also leads to more efficiency in finding the items they need for customers.
Lastly, because mezzanines are not considered permanent structures, they quality for accelerated tax benefits.
INVEST IN DACO MEZZANINES TODAY
DACO offers a variety of mezzanine styles, which allows you to pick which one best serves your business. Our experts will answer any questions you have about material types and configurations, and help you design one just right for you and your company. Contact us today for a consultation and follow us on Facebook for the latest news about our products.
