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Teardrop Pallet Racks: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Common Uses

In the pallet rack industry, there are several rack styles and types, each with its own advantages. One of the most common... More

10 Reasons postponing rack repairs is the costliest mistake

Quick answer: Postponing pallet rack repairs usually costs more than fixing them. Unrepaired damage spreads to adjacent... More

Pallet Rack Frame Damage: How to Inspect, Assess, and Repair Uprights

A pallet rack frame is the vertical upright assembly — two columns joined by horizontal and diagonal braces and bolted to... More

What Causes Rack Failure? 5 Errors Behind Rack Collapse

Rack failures can result from a single severe event or from several conditions that weaken the system over time. They build... More

Warehouse Rack Maintenance: How to Maximize Lifespan and Savings

Pallet racks are the backbone of your storage and organization system, ensuring that products are stored safely and... More

Pallet Rack Maintenance: Overcoming Common Warehouse Challenges

Quick answer: Pallet rack maintenance is the ongoing practice of keeping warehouse racking safe and at full load capacity... More

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Top 100 Inspirational Workplace Safety Quotes

Safety quote of the day Is your team suffering from a severe case of meetingitis? Find your safety quote of the day and... More

The Biggest Amazon Warehouses in the World (2026 Update)

When it comes to speed, scale, and reach, Amazon’s logistics network is unrivaled. In this 2026 update, we rank the biggest... More

Top 10 Largest Warehouses in North America 2026 (Updated)

North America is home to some of the largest and most advanced warehouses, fulfillment centers, and manufacturing facilities... More

Work Safety Memes: Make ’Em Laugh, but Make ’Em Safer

We’ve all searched for funny work safety memes that make us laugh at our near‑misses or creative PPE “solutions.” Humor is a... More

Pallet Rack Inspection Checklist: What to Check on Your Racks

Pallet rack inspections often reveal recurring conditions that may affect rack stability, load capacity, stored products,... More

How to Identify Pallet Rack Damage: Signs, Tolerances & Limits

Quick answer: Pallet rack damage ranges from cosmetic marks to structural conditions that can affect load capacity.... More

IKEA Warehouses: Efficient Warehousing and Distribution Strategies

Have you ever found yourself captivated by IKEA, imagining the ideal home setup, and maybe spending more than planned to... More

7 Amazon Warehouse Safety Tips For Your Workplace

We're not telling you anything you don’t already know: Amazon is the undisputed leader in the online retail industry.... More

Inside Costco’s Warehouse Strategy: Efficient Layout & Supply Chain

What Warehouse Managers Can Learn from Costco’s Genius Warehousing Strategy Costco Wholesale Corporation has earned its... More

ANSI MH16.1-2023: Rack Owner Requirements & What to Do

If you own or operate pallet racking, the current edition of the standard — ANSI MH16.1-2023, Design, Testing, and... More

Pallet Rack Components: Anatomy of a Warehouse Storage System

Pallet racks play a crucial role in the efficiency of your warehouses and distribution centers. When used safely, they... More

Minimum Distances Between Pallets, Rack Systems & Building Structures

Quick answer: What clearance is needed for pallet racking? Pallet rack clearance depends on what you are measuring. As a... More

Storage Rack Guards: Your First Line of Defense Against Damage

Warehouses and other industrial facilities all have two things in common: They all have racking systems These racking... More

10 Health & Safety Rules That Sound Weird but Prevent Serious Injuries

In warehouses, manufacturing plants, and industrial environments around the world, some health and safety rules may seem... More

10 Skills Every Warehouse Manager Needs to Succeed

Warehouse management is essential to the success of any supply chain operation. It requires a wide range of soft and... More

How Often Should Pallet Racking Be Inspected? Rules & Frequency

Short answer: Pallet racks should get a documented expert inspection at least once a year by a qualified rack engineer or... More

Where to Install Safety Bollards in a Warehouse (and Where Not To)

In the time it takes to read this sentence, a forklift somewhere is turning too tightly near a dock door, battery charging... More

Pallet Rack Bracing: Essential to Keeping Racks Straight and Strong

A pallet rack frame is a system: braces, columns, beams, and baseplates all work together to carry the load. The strength of... More

Warehousing by the Numbers: 9 Stats That Show Why Rack Safety Matters

If you run a busy warehouse, rack safety is not a side issue. Every day, your racks absorb forklift traffic, pallet... More

Why Rack Safety Is a Business Decision, Not Just a Maintenance Task

A forklift clips an upright. Now a bay may be out of service. Pallets may need to be moved. Traffic may get rerouted.... More

Fire Sprinkler Safety Requirements in Warehousing and Pallet Racking

A warehouse fire is not as uncommon as you might think. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), an... More

Pallet Rack Identification: How to Determine the Manufacturer (OEM)

Identifying Who Manufactured Your Racks and Why It Matters In warehouse operations, not all pallet racking is created equal,... More

Pallet Rack Safety Pins: Extra Security in a Tiny Package

What Is a Safety Pin? When you think of a safety pin, the first thing that may come to mind is a pin commonly used for... More

Swiss Cheese Model: A Guide to Warehouse Safety

In August 2022, tragedy struck a Sydney warehouse when a 56-year-old worker was crushed to death beneath two massive stone... More

Pallet Rack Footplates (Base Plates): Function, Damage & Repair Guide

Pallet rack footplates — also called base plates or foot plates — sit at the bottom of every upright column and anchor the... More

Why Aisle Width Matters When It Comes to Pallet Rack Safety

Every day, lift trucks move and retrieve palettized loads in and around storage systems. When they have limited space to... More

Forklift Accidents: 2026 Stats, Top Causes & OSHA Rules

Quick stats: In warehousing, forklifts remain one of OSHA’s most frequently cited hazards. Turnovers (tip-overs) account for... More

Metal of Honor - Preventing Rust and Corrosion to Pallet Racks

Ever since steel was discovered, people have been trying to find ways to prevent it from rusting. From kitchen utensils to... More

Forklift Rack Guards: How to Protect Pallet Racks From Impact Damage

A single forklift hit at the base of an upright rarely stays a dent. It bends the column, reduces the rack’s load-carrying... More

Warehouse Racking Issues: 6 Causes That Aren’t Related to Forklifts

When considering causes of damage and issues with industrial racking, forklifts immediately spring to mind. Because of their... More

ANSI MH16.1 Update: Why Rack Frame Tables Are No Longer Enough

ANSI MH16.1-2021 vs. ANSI MH16.1-2012: What Changed? The ANSI MH16.1-2021 update changed the way engineers evaluate the... More

Pallet Rack Anchors: Small but Essential

When it comes to warehouse safety and rack stability, pallet rack anchors play a critical role—and their importance is often... More

How to Inspect Pallet Racking Systems: A 5-Step Process

You already know why rack inspections matter: a bent upright, a loose anchor, or a missing safety pin can compromise the... More

CHEAT SHEET: Pallet Rack Damage Priority Classification

To ensure the integrity of your pallet rack systems, it’s essential to understand the various types of damage found on racks... More

8 Best Types of Pallet Racking Systems for Warehouses

Studies show poor racking steals up to 20% of usable cubes in North American warehouses. That’s the cost of renting an extra... More

4 Types of Structural Column Protectors: Which Material Wins?

Warehouses are busy places — forklifts, inventory, and people all moving at speed. In that environment, the structural... More

11 Fascinating Facts About Warehousing That Might Surprise You

Beyond the everyday operations, there are intriguing facts about the warehousing world, spanning from the towering heights... More

Chemical Warehouse Safety: Protect Your Facility, Workers, and Racks

Chemical warehouses are some of the highest-risk storage environments in North America. A single oversight, like mislabeling... More

Natural Disasters and Warehouse Racking: How to Prevent Damage

Natural disasters can devastate entire regions, and warehouses containing industrial racking are, unfortunately, not exempt.... More

10 Common Warehouse Injuries (+ Proven Ways to Prevent Them)

In 2024, U.S. warehouses logged an injury rate of 4.8 cases per 100 FTEs, outpacing other sectors. Behind the pallets and... More

A Guide to Warehouse Safety Signage Requirements

Safety signage plays a crucial role in safeguarding warehouse operations. The importance of displaying appropriate signs... More

OSHA: Answers to Most Commonly Asked Questions

If you work in the United States, no matter if it’s in construction, warehousing, manufacturing, or any other field, chances... More

Pallet Racking Weight Capacity: Why Warehouse Operators Need LARCs

What is a LARC (Load Application and Rack Configuration drawing)? More

Pallet Rack Shims: Precision in Practice and Warehouse Rack Stability

In the high-stakes world of warehouse operations, where precision and safety are non-negotiable, the smallest components... More

Damaged Racks: 5 Steps to Pallet Racking Repair

Over their lifetime, racking systems can become damaged from many factors, be they environmental, like rust, from impacts... More

How Multi-Site Companies Build Warehouse Rack Safety Programs

Rack Safety Governance for Multi-Site Operations One standard. One workflow. One defensible view of risk—across every... More

6 Types of Pallet Rack Protectors: Which to Use and When

A single forklift tap on a rack upright rarely stays a single tap. A bent front column loses load capacity, the bay above it... More

Pallet Rack Beams: Types, Specs & Failure Prevention

Quick answer: A pallet rack beam is the horizontal load-bearing member that spans between two upright frames and carries the... More

Pallet Safety: Managing Risk When Using New and Damaged Pallets

In 2008, a worker was fatally struck by falling material that had been stored on a damaged pallet. According to the... More

Most Common OSHA Violations in Warehouses

Safety standards are implemented for the well-being of employers and their workers. As an agency under the United States... More

Damaged Rack Bracing: Repair or Replace? How to Decide

If you own pallet racking, you’ve seen it: twisted or sheared upright legs, deflected beams, and dented or missing braces —... More

ASRS Systems: Why Automated Racking Still Requires Rigorous Inspection

Warehouse automation solves labor constraints—not liability. Automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) are steel... More

Wine Warehousing: 7 Essential Tips for Storage and OSHA Compliance

With the U.S. importing nearly 37% of the wine it consumes, efficient and safe warehousing practices are vital for... More

Unveiling the Giants of Material Handling: Most Powerful Forklifts

Forklift trucks, the backbone of warehouses and industrial operations, are about to take center stage as we delve into... More

Freezer Warehouse Safety & Racking Guide

Freezer warehouses are among the most demanding environments in the supply chain. These ultra-low-temperature facilities are... More

Pallet Rack Stability: Out-of-Plumb Uprights Explained

What Does “Plumb” Mean for Pallet Racking? Montreal’s Olympic Stadium, the Tower of Pisa, and the Parliament Clock Tower... More

OSHA Pallet Rack Requirements: What Warehouses Must Know

OSHA inspectors regularly cite warehouses for pallet rack problems, yet many operators are surprised to learn there is no... More

Warehouse Toolbox Talks: How to Improve Safety and OSHA Compliance

1. Introduction – A Simple Habit With Massive Pay-Off Walk into any high-performing distribution center and you’ll notice... More

10 Things Not to Do with Your Warehouse Racks

Most warehouses use pallet racks to store their goods and optimize the stacking of materials for safe and easy access. Yet,... More

Walmart Automated Warehouses: 10 Rack Safety Lessons

Walmart’s automation flywheel is spinning fast—across Walmart fulfillment centers, distribution centers, stores, and every... More

Pallet Rack Frame Damage: How to Inspect, Assess, and Repair Uprights

A pallet rack frame is the vertical upright assembly — two columns joined by horizontal and diagonal braces and bolted to... More

Fashion Logistics Best Practices & Safety Tips

Fashion logistics—also known as garment or apparel logistics—is a critical part of the global supply chain. It ensures that... More

Pallet Rack Height & Depth: A Ratio to Improve Rack Stability

With our minds turned to efficiency and cost considerations, the increasing density of warehouse storage space brings its... More

How Much Rust Is Too Much?

The 4 different stages of rust on your warehouse pallet racks and how to prevent it Steel is a largely used material in many... More

How Pallet Rack Modifications Affect Load Capacity

Quick answer: almost any change to a pallet rack alters its rated load capacity. Moving or removing a beam level has the... More

Automotive Warehouse Safety & Layout: Best Practices Guide

In the high-stakes world of automotive logistics, one mechanical or operational breakdown can ripple across the supply... More

Heinrich Pyramid Explained: Build a Safety Culture in Your Warehouse

Near Misses in Warehouses Are a Hidden Safety Risk Most warehouses proudly display signs that read: “X Days Since the Last... More

Choosing the Right Pallet for Your Needs

With the invention of the first forklift truck back in 1915, skids – the early form of wooden pallets– were adapted to more... More

AI in Warehouse Management: 5 Ways It’s Changing the Game

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how goods are stored, moved, and managed—unlocking new levels of speed,... More

5 Surprising Warehouse Accident and Injury Statistics

In recent decades, the global economy has witnessed significant changes, accompanied by a surge in consumer demand. This... More

Wood VS. Wire Mesh Decking: The Best Option for Your Pallet Racks

This list of pros and cons will help you determine the best solution for your warehouse. You can find it advantageous to use... More

Warehouse Racking Layout Design: Safe, Smart & Code-Compliant

A poorly planned racking layout isn’t just an inconvenience—it can lead to serious safety risks, costly fines, and reduced... More

Work Platforms and Mezzanines: What Are the Distinctions?

The size of warehouses has been significantly increasing over the years. When you think of warehouse size, the first reflex... More

Loading Dock Safety: 6 Proven Best Practices That Cut Accident Risk

Loading docks are among the busiest areas in a warehouse, making them vulnerable to accidents and damage. 25% of all... More

Lowe’s Warehouses: Examining Warehouse Safety Strategies

Did you know that one of Lowe’s fulfillment centers has the capacity to accommodate 22 football fields? Have you ever... More

When Jokes Go Too Far–How Unsafe Work Pranks Lead to Serious Accidents

A practical joke should never result in spinal injuries, explosions, or death. But that’s exactly what’s happening across... More

Seismic Forces and Warehouse Pallet Racks

Have you ever thought about how earthquakes can affect storage racks in your warehouse? Aside from causing a complete... More

Cheat Sheet: How to Address Rack Damage in Your Warehouse

This guest blog was originally published on MHI's website and written by Damotech's Charles Carbonneau, P. Eng. More

Guide to Buying Used Racks: 5 Tips from Experts

Used racks are often an attractive choice for warehouse owners: compared to new racking, their costs can be much lower,... More

CapEx vs. OpEx for Warehouse Racks: How to Budget Smarter in 2026

Is repairing a rack a capital expense or just an operating cost? Capital vs. operating expenses can be confusing, especially... More

13 Different Types of Forklifts: A Comprehensive Guide

As we know, forklifts are often the root cause of a damaged pallet rack. Nonetheless, they remain an essential piece of... More

Warehouse Management Best Practices | Leadership That Works

The Cost of Poor Warehouse Leadership: High Turnover, Low Safety, and Chaos Warehouse leadership isn’t just about hitting... More

Pallet Rack Uprights: A Guide to Types, Sizes & Safety

Pallet rack uprights are a mission-critical component of your warehouse pallet rack system. This article aims to increase... More

How to Deal with Pallet Rack Deflection

Everything you need to know about pallet rack beam deflection Everything has its limit. Whether it is the speed limit on the... More

Warehouse Scenes in Movies: Fun on Screen, Dangerous in Real Life

Unforgettable Warehouse Moments in TV & Film While storage facilities might not be the first place you imagine witnessing... More

CNESST Pallet Rack Compliance: Simplifying Rack Maintenance in Quebec

Are your warehouse racking systems CNESST-compliant? Would your pallet racking pass inspection, or would an inspector find... More

7 Reasons Every Cosmetic Warehouse Needs Safer Racking

In the world of cosmetics, where beauty products are delicate, compliance is strict, and consumer expectations are sky-high,... More

Pallet Rack Maintenance: Overcoming Common Warehouse Challenges

Quick answer: Pallet rack maintenance is the ongoing practice of keeping warehouse racking safe and at full load capacity... More

7 Benefits of Repair vs. Replace: Best Solutions for Rack Damage

Imagine this: your warehouse is running smoothly, meeting deadlines, and keeping customers happy. Suddenly, a forklift... More

Column Protectors: How to Prevent Costly Damage to Buildings

When it comes to protecting our buildings from vehicle collisions, the first thing that comes to mind is shielding the main... More

Tornadoes and Warehouse Safety: How to Protect Pallet Racking Systems

While the cinematic thrill of a tornado might be captivating, such as in the movie Twisters, the reality is far from... More

Safety Bars: Essential Fall Prevention Items for Your Pallet Racks

Having material fall from a pallet rack system can be a tragedy for anyone involved. Although pallet racks have cemented... More

Pallet Rack Safety Netting: How Safety Nets Protect Your Warehouse

High-bay storage has become a standard solution for maximizing warehouse space and increasing storage density. As facilities... More

10 Essential Workplace Safety Tips for Every Warehouse Worker

While warehouses are essential for the supply chain, warehouse work often involves heavy equipment, high shelves, and... More

Top 5 Ways Forklifts Damage Racks

In the bustling world of warehouses, forklifts are crucial in efficiently transporting heavy loads over short distances.... More

Teardrop Pallet Racks: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Common Uses

In the pallet rack industry, there are several rack styles and types, each with its own advantages. One of the most common... More

8 Warehouse World Records You Won’t Believe!

When most people think of warehouses, they picture tall shelves, forklifts, and endless rows of boxes. But in the world of... More

Implementing a Rack Safety Program: Key Steps for Warehouse Managers

As a warehouse manager, ensuring the safety and well-being of your employees, visitors, and equipment is paramount. Rack... More

Future of Warehousing: 9 Innovations You Can’t Ignore

In an industry where efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness are paramount, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just a... More

Cross-Docking vs. Warehousing vs. Transloading: Rack Safety Impacts

What’s the best logistics model for warehouse rack safety? Choosing the best warehouse logistics strategy isn’t just about... More

What Causes Rack Failure? 5 Errors Behind Rack Collapse

Rack failures can result from a single severe event or from several conditions that weaken the system over time. They build... More

10 Reasons postponing rack repairs is the costliest mistake

Quick answer: Postponing pallet rack repairs usually costs more than fixing them. Unrepaired damage spreads to adjacent... More

5 Things to Consider When Planning a New Warehouse Rack Installation

So you realize your warehouse needs more storage and you decide to buy a racking system. Great idea, but don’t go rushing... More

8 Types of Warehouses: Choosing the One That’s Best for You

A warehouse isn’t just a big building full of pallets and boxes. A warehouse provides many benefits, such as increased... More

Wire Mesh Decking & Rack Tunnels: Key to OSHA-Ready Warehouses

In addition to ensuring the conformity of his pallet racks, an employer must also make sure that pallet loads and goods are... More

Pallet Rack Repair: A Solution You'll Want to Consider

As a safety-conscious warehouse manager, perhaps you have done your due diligence and taken the first steps in integrating... More

Reach Trucks vs. Forklifts—Choosing What’s Right for Your Warehouse

When optimizing warehouse operations, selecting the right equipment is paramount. Reach trucks and forklifts are two common... More

8 Rack Safety Budget Planning Mistakes

In warehouse management, rack safety often goes unnoticed in budget discussions. But what if we told you that overlooking... More

The A to Z of Rack Safety

Health and safety are certainly one of your company’s main priorities. But how do you promote it and make sure your work... More

Robotics, Automation & Augmented Reality in Warehousing

Warehouses have been operated conventionally for a long time. Labor workers have had to physically handle products from the... More

When Do You Need a Pallet Rack Amendment? (And Why It’s Critical)

Certifications are essential to ensure your warehouse racking system remains safe, stable, and compliant. But what happens... More

Life at Damotech: Engineering

Members of the engineering team at Damotech are talented, resilient, constantly learning, detail-oriented, and always ready... More

10 Ways to Downsize Your Warehouse Operations When Velocity Slows Down

Warehouse operations are a critical component of any supply chain. Still, as the velocity of the movement of goods slows... More

Avoid $15k fines from OSHA: A Safety Guide for Warehouse Managers

Proper pallet rack safety is vital to prevent accidents, injuries, and damage to inventory. In this article, we’ll discuss... More

Warehouse Safety Training: Protecting Your Team and Inventory

In the fast-paced world of warehousing, Health & Safety plays a critical role in preventing injuries, ensuring compliance,... More

MODEX 2026: 5 Tips to Get the Most Value from the Show

MODEX is one of the most valuable events of the year for warehouse, supply chain, and operations leaders—but only if you... More

Racking Protection and Warehouse Safety Barriers: Smart Investment

From high-volume distribution centers to busy manufacturing plants, every warehouse shares a common reality: accidents are... More

Differences Between Retail Warehouses and Distribution Centers

In today’s fast-paced economy, the efficiency of supply chains plays a crucial role in customer satisfaction and business... More

Unlocking the Benefits of ProMat: How to Maximize Your Visit

Tradeshows are a great opportunity to connect with people and learn how to better your operations, and you won’t want to... More

Aisle Guard vs. End Guard: Choosing End-of-Row Protection

The end of a row is the highest-traffic zone in most warehouses — where forklifts turn, reverse, and pass closest to the... More

Building a Safer Warehouse: 6 Initiatives to Create a Safety Culture

Safety should be a priority in a warehouse environment. Not only does it protect your employees, but it also enhances... More

How Warehouse Management Software Can Improve Operations

Among the main concerns of warehouse managers, safety issues are at the top of the list. In an industrial setting, a single... More

Pallet Rack Safety Responsibilities: What Rack Owners Need to Know

Key takeaways Rack safety involves several operational roles, while the employer retains its applicable workplace-safety... More

Warehouse Injuries: How to Protect Your Workforce and Bottom Line

Imagine the phone call: a worker has been severely injured—or worse—on your watch. In the moments that follow, you’re not... More

PSR - All Must-Knows on Ontario Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews

In Ontario (Canada), a PSR process is required by the Ontario Health and Safety Act to identify any safety concerns... More

Field Welding on Racks: Why Homemade Repairs May Be Risky and Unsafe

Although field welding or welding on existing racks may seem like a quick and inexpensive way of repairing a damaged racking... More

A Look at OSHA’s Warehousing NEP: Is Your Rack Safety Program Ready?

Warehousing and distribution centers have experienced remarkable growth in the last decade, employing over 1.9 million... More

5 Ways Rack Management Software Can Boost Your Warehouse Safety Today

Are you confident that the pallet racks in your warehouse are safe and compliant? Pallet racks in a warehouse can be risky... More

How to Build a Safety Culture in Your Warehouse

Creating a culture of safety in a warehouse environment is essential for the well-being of employees, the efficiency of... More

A Warehouse Manager’s Biggest Challenge Isn’t Equipment—It’s People

In warehouses across North America, leaders talk about supply bottlenecks, racking, and inventory. But ask what keeps them... More

5 Free Tools to Increase the Safety of Your Warehouse

Warehouse racking accidents are a large concern when it comes to safety. According to OSHA (OccupationalSafety and Health... More

6 Ways to Make Your Warehouse Go Green

Over the past couple of years, you’ve no doubt heard the terms eco-friendly, sustainable, renewable, and green. The... More

Best Solutions for Sinking Concrete Slabs in Warehouses

Warehouses can be subjected to structural problems in their lifespan that can affect their operational, management, and... More

Top 3 Strategies for Peak Season Warehouse Planning

Warehouses and distribution centers experience some of their busiest times during the year, often driven by seasonal demand,... More

Can Anyone Install Pallet Racking? What Warehouse Leaders Need to Know

So, can anyone install pallet racking? Technically, anyone can attempt pallet rack installation. But installing a structural... More

4 Warehouse Safety Tips to Implement Sooner Than Later

A strong safety culture is the cornerstone of a successful warehouse operation. It ensures compliance and prevents... More

Warehouse Racking: When Pallet Racks Become a Long-Term Investment

Pallet racks are expensive warehouse components that require great care in their selection and maintenance. Their purchase... More

Parking Your Pallet at the Drive-In

Proper drive-in and drive-thru operating sequence for safe operations and pallet rack organization. Learn more about... More

Damotech Platform and App: Q&A with Pascal Lalonde, Software Architect

Pascal Lalonde is a Web Architect who leads the software development team at Damotech, a company dedicated to creating safer... More

Employer’s Guide: 10 Proven Tips to Enhance Warehouse Worker Safety

Why invest in warehouse worker safety? The U.S. warehousing and storage industry employs over 1,000,000 workers in more than... More

Essential Warehouse KPIs to Optimize Your Facility

Being a warehouse manager is a balancing act, one that requires making the right business decisions while facing whatever... More

How to Handle Hazardous Materials Safely & Prevent Warehouse Incidents

Across North America, many warehouses are used to store hazardous materials. From gas cylinders to liquid paint, warehouse... More

Differences Between a Rack Expert & an Engineer Specialized in Racking

Unlocking the full potential of a warehouse requires a delicate balance of operational efficiency and structural integrity.... More

6 Crucial Questions for Warehouse Workers: A Guide to Warehouse Jobs

A reliable supply chain is crucial for businesses, particularly manufacturers and retailers. An efficient, streamlined... More

Warehouse Rack Maintenance: How to Maximize Lifespan and Savings

Pallet racks are the backbone of your storage and organization system, ensuring that products are stored safely and... More

Main Actors in the Warehouse Racking Industry

Most industries, if not all, are faced with regulations imposed by federal or local governments to ensure the safety of... More

Cold Storage Rack Safety: Best Practices for Extreme Environments

Cold storage facilities play a critical role in industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals—but the extreme... More

8 Leading Causes of Unsafe Pallet Rack Systems

Racks are highly efficient structures, but they require components to be free from damage to bear the loads placed on them.... More

Management 101: How to Maximize Your Warehouse Space Utilization

While maximizing warehouse space is a concern for many businesses, some may be unable to afford a larger warehouse.... More

Q&A with Rack Safety Expert Dan Bider, Technical Director at Damotech

Dan Bider is a busy rack specialist and Technical Director at Damotech, a company whose mission is to safeguard pallet... More

The 5 Most Common Warehouse Management Pitfalls

Warehouses vary in size, location, climate, and purpose. While there are plenty of variables at play, they all have one... More

10 Common Rack Repair Myths Debunked

If you walk through any warehouse, chances are you have witnessed impact damage on pallet racking systems. Over 85% of rack... More

Welder to Engineer: Perseverance Wears Many Hats at Damotech

Julian’s career growth at Damotech After working as a welder at Damotech, Julian is now a candidate to the engineering... More

Cold Storage and Food & Beverage Warehouse: How to Prevent Rack Damage

In cold storage and food warehouses, rack damage isn’t a matter of if—it’s when. With forklifts zipping through aisles,... More

Choosing a Rack Safety Partner: Your Guide to the RFP Process

Is your warehouse a haven of productivity, or a potential safety hazard waiting to happen? Warehouse accidents involving... More

Material Handling Equipment 101: Build Safer, Faster Warehouses

A warehouse is more than racks and pallets—it’s a dynamic, interconnected system where every warehouse machine plays a role... More

A Modern COO’s Day in Manufacturing: Leading with Purpose & Safety

Want to know what it really takes to lead world-class manufacturing operations? Read on for the real-world playbook of a... More

10 Essential Tips to Prepare Your Warehouse for Winter

As the days get shorter and temperatures drop, it’s time to get ahead of winter’s challenges—especially regarding your... More

The Warehouse Safety Influence Map 2026: Who really moves DC safety

The Leaders Shaping Warehouse Safety—Why You Should Follow Them and What You Can Learn From Them The loudest voice isn’t... More

The Harsh Reality of Pallet Racking Durability

Most people view pallet racking as a plain and basic structural design. However, from an engineering point of view, racks... More

Everything Health & Safety Managers Need to Know About Rack Safety

A health and safety manager ensures employees are safe at work and that storage systems, such as pallet racks, are safe for... More

5 Steps You Can Take to Improve Pallet Rack Safety in Your Warehouse

While much needs to be tended to in a warehouse, pallet rack safety should be a concern for all those who work with or near... More

Pallet Rack Safety: An Engineer’s Point of View on What Actually Works

Interview Featuring Charles Carbonneau, Ph.D., Chief Engineer A pallet rack collapse takes seconds. The aftermath — injured... More

Integrated Logistics for Warehouse Safety & Efficiency

Why Modern Warehouses Must Transform The Wake-Up Call: A Realistic Warehouse Tragedy During peak holiday operations, four... More

Top 10 Supply Chain & Logistics Industry Events Happening This Year

The event landscape has undergone significant transformation in recent years. While virtual events have emerged as a... More

How to Choose the Right Rack Safety Products for Your Warehouse

Adopting a safety-focused mindset is an excellent start to addressing rack safety in your warehouse. But with so many... More

Build a World-Class Warehouse Safety Culture to Boost Throughput

Warehouses are the backbone of modern logistics—but they can also be among the riskiest workplaces in America. In 2023,... More

10 Reasons Warehouse Safety Delivers ROI Beyond Compliance

In a supply chain world ruled by speed, uptime, and razor-thin margins, it’s tempting to focus on output and delay... More

Making the Case for Pallet Rack Repair Kits

Today, we'd like to address a warehouse safety topic that concerns not only rack owners and operators, but maintenance... More

5 Essential Rack Safety Tools to Help You Succeed in 2026

While warehouse owners are under more pressure than ever before to run a well-oiled machine, they are also obligated by law... More

Top 5 Supply Chain & Manufacturing Industry Events

No matter how easy it has become to get information about new technologies and products online, there is still something to... More

Safety Tactics to Eliminate Rack Damage in Your Warehouse

Even the smallest structural damage on your pallet racking should be investigated as it could eventually cause a racking... More

Legal Responsibilities Surrounding Damage to Pallet Racks in Canada

Did you know that in Canada, only an engineer who is a member of a professional order has the authority and insurance to... More

5 signs your racks may have been damaged during an earthquake

An earthquake can generate stress and cause damage to your pallet racking systems. Before cleaning the aisles from products... More

What Lies Beneath Your Warehouse Flooring

A defective floor slab can become a hazard to pallet racks and the forklifts operating on it. When installing new racks or... More

Celebrating International Women's Day with Four of Damotech's Own

For International Women’s Day, we thought it would be great to celebrate with some of our very own talented women who are... More

Picking Processes for a More Productive and Efficient Warehouse

Efficiency can seem quite intangible. Certainly, the concept that getting more done for cheaper in less time is what we are... More

The 5 Strategies to Improve Pallet Rack Safety in Any Warehouse

Rack safety is a complicated issue to tackle. Where should we start? Damotech recently recorded a webinar to address the 5... More

Warehouse Safety Roundup: Top 5 Blogs

Over the last year, we have shared our expertise on a variety of topics with the goal of educating those in the supply chain... More

The History of Warehousing and Pallet Racking

It may seem as though pallet racks have been around forever, but the racking industry is only about 100 years old. What... More

Top 10 Things to Know About Cantilevered Racking

Cantilevered pallet racking is a versatile solution for optimizing warehouse storage space, particularly for items that defy... More

About the Damotech Rack Safety Blog

Our goal is to educate and inform those in the constantly evolving supply chain and manufacturing industry about the latest trends and best practices in warehouse safety. With a focus on topics such as rack inspection, load capacity, rack damage prevention, rack repair, and safety management, we aim to empower our readers to take ownership of their warehouses' most valuable asset: their racking systems.

Meticulously written and reviewed by our team of in-house engineers specialized in pallet racks, our blog articles provide warehouse owners, managers, health and safety managers, engineers, and workers with useful information related to their day-to-day activities. Among the topics covered in the blog are warehouse rack safety standards and guidelines (OSHA), the impact of seismic activity on racks, how to identify and assess pallet rack damage, general warehouse safety tips, main events in the supply chain industry, and many more.

We also offer free downloadable educational tools and how-to guides like checklists, posters, guides, webinars, and videos that can easily be used by any professional in the warehousing industry to improve safety in and around their racking systems. Browse through our extensive list of blog articles to stay up to date on the latest and best practices surrounding warehouse rack safety and subscribe to our blog newsletter to receive email alerts when new blog posts are published.

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