Forklift Trucks – Which one to choose?
A forklift truck plays a pivotal role in day-to-day warehouse activities. This guide from Stakapal will help you identify different types of forklifts, the style of racking they work best with and the benefits they offer your warehouse or yard operations. Forklift Truck Type: Pedestrian Controlled Lift Truck The pedestrian-controlled lift truck has a limited […]
Racking Systems: Cantilever Racking or Pallet Racking
Cantilever Racking Pallet Racking Similarities & Differences Racking Conclusion Cantilever Racking Pallet Racking Similarities & Differences Racking Conclusion Cantilever racking or pallet racking which is the best for your space? At Stakapal we understand that efficient storage solutions are essential for the smooth operation of your business. We are the only UK manufacturer of both […]
What type of Racking do I need?
Experienced Racking Manufacturers What type of racking do I need? Stakapal industry-leading racking manufacturers has produced racking and storage for manufacturing and warehousing industries across the UK. Technical Director of Stakapal, Nick Betteley advises you on what to consider when choosing your timber warehouse racking. Racking Storage Solutions It can be a difficult decision when […]
Who are Stakapal?
Who are Stakapal? A family-run company for nearly 60 years, Stakapal has produced storage and industrial racking solutions for warehouse and manufacturing industries across the UK. Here, Technical Director at Stakapal, Nick Betteley explains how using the correct storage equipment can benefit your operation: Your choice of storage plays an important role in achieving productivity […]
Case Study: The Case for Guided Aisle Cantilever Racking
Guided Aisle Cantilever Racking consists of the same basic components as Conventional and Free-Path systems but with runs positioned closer together to eliminate the waste of space of a wide aisle. Long load products can be stored at a far greater height to ensure cubic space is utilised to the full. Long load products are […]
What is Cantilever Racking?
What is Cantilever Racking, and why is it the most popular racking solution for warehouses and yards? Cantilever racks have numerous benefits that cater to the specific needs of industries that require them. Cantilever Racking is made up of vertical single uprights with horizontal arms to carry long products and varied loads in warehouses and […]
Why store Timber on Cantilever Racks?
Cantilever Racking is the most common method of racked storage for both Softwood and Hardwood timber products. Columns The system of legs – or columns to give them their correct term, have a number of arms attached to them by a variety of means (by pins, bolts or rarely by welding) that protrude clear of […]
What to do when you see signs of corrosion on your Pallet Racking?
Pallet Racking Corrosion Signs of corrosion on pallet racking can occur no matter how thick the steel is in your Pallet Racking – it will still corrode if it is unprotected. Pallet Racks utilised in external yard environments or harsh conditions such as chill stores should be galvanised, paint will only protect against corrosion in […]
Racking for Timbmet Distribution Centre
Cantilever Racking is one of Stakapal’s most popular and sought-after racking solutions for timber merchants. Cantilever Racking – Timber Storage Timbmet carry one of the most extensive product ranges in Europe from certified hardwoods, quality softwoods, engineered products and innovative designer panels. With a dedicated merchant’s team offering support to the Timber industry the opening […]
Stakapal provides bespoke storage racks
Developing bespoke racking solutions is one of Stakapal’s greatest features, the attention to detail, level of commitment and the desire to meet and exceed the customer’s expectations. Hitchcock & King’s Bespoke Racking Solution London based builders merchants Hitchcock & King have been supplying timber and building materials to the trade for over 40 years. Their […]