Create warehouse space without rebuilding

In many warehouses, companies eventually reach their spatial limits long before renovation or new construction becomes economically viable or even organisationally feasible. At the same time, the demands on flexibility, scalability and efficiency in material handling continue to rise. This becomes particularly evident towards the end of the year and in the first days of the new one, when restructuring, stocktaking and strategic realignments are on the agenda in many businesses. “Scalable racking systems offer an effective solution here. They can be modularly expanded, adapt dynamically to changing product structures and enable a significant increase in storage density without major structural work or operational downtime. For manufacturing companies, logistics providers and wholesalers alike, they unlock new potential to optimise storage capacity efficiently, flexibly and in a future-proof manner,” says Jürgen Effner, Managing Director of TOPREGAL GmbH.

Improved space utilisation without structural modifications

Flexibly expandable racking systems can be adapted to growing or changing storage requirements with minimal effort thanks to their modular design. Companies can integrate additional levels directly into existing racking setups. Where space is still available, new beam widths or adjusted upright heights create extra capacity simply by replacing beams or upright frames, making efficient use of the unused cubic volume without the need to plan additional storage areas or new warehouse buildings. “Adjustable racking also enables companies to respond to seasonal fluctuations: if additional storage capacity is required at short notice, the system simply grows with the available space. At the same time, the investment remains sustainable, as modules purchased once can later be reused at other sites or for different product groups,” Effner adds. This approach also minimises operational disruption. Since extensions can be carried out during ongoing operations, there is no need for lengthy downtimes, complex relocations or temporary outsourcing. Businesses also benefit from improved floor and space utilisation: higher storage density and optimised pick paths reduce search and picking times, accelerating the entire material flow.

Simple assembly with a boltless design

Thanks to their modular construction with individual components, industrial racking systems can be retrofitted with ease. “We place great emphasis on modularity. For example, our pallet racking systems can be extended at any time. Our storage racks can also be ordered as individual components and expanded flexibly, either with additional bays or beams, complemented by matching decks,” explains Effner. “For our proven and modular LR2000 storage racks, we now also offer corner elements for flexible expansion. They fit neatly into a 90° angle and create additional storage space.” For lighter applications such as office or archive use, the FB200 shelving racks from TOPREGAL are likewise modularly expandable, with a depth of 30 cm ideal for folders and 50 cm suitable for boxes. The straightforward boltless assembly system allows for quick set-up and simple adjustment. Cantilever racking for bulky items can be extended afterwards with additional arms or shelf units, in both single- and double-sided configurations.

Easy expansion with racking configurators and filters

With user-friendly filters, racking configurators and individual component categories, customers can quickly find the parts they need for expansion on the TOPREGAL website. “For manufacturing companies, logistics providers and wholesalers, this creates genuine strategic value. Scalable racking systems don’t just create space in the short term; they also enable long-term, agile warehouse planning. In times when supply chains remain volatile and storage capacity increasingly becomes a decisive competitive factor, this flexibility is a key building block for economic success,” Effner concludes.

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