The performance layout
The performance layout dictates the performance standard. Different kinds of the layout have different roles in warehouse designing. Optimizing linear design not only improves the storage usage but also enhances the warehouse productivity of an organization. The linear design divides the warehouse management into different segments to nullify additional effort in providing services. Parts are as follows:
- Receiving
- Shipping
- Handling and assembling different areas of inventory.’
- Quality execution
- Reserving storage
- Forward picking
- Cross-docking
All the parts of the linear layout design maintain a systematic flow in a single line. It is essential to verify the inventory strength before making a design. Different kinds of linear layout design are as follows:
- I line: I line a straight and simple line. It is an automated line. It can be accessed from both sides.
- U line: U shaped line is the most famous warehouse linear design. U line is generally used in manual warehouse design.
- S line: S lines are longer lines than other warehouse lines. It is also an automotive warehouse design. It requires a large storage area.
- L line: L line design is generally used to design large warehouses. Both inbound and outbound warehouse management tasks can be conducted using the L line.
- b) Movable racking system
Movable racking systems are used to increase the space in a logistics structure. Both manual and mechanical power can be used in the movable racking system. Movable racking system can be both long and wide, depending on the availability of space. Advantages of movable racking system are as follows:
- The racking systems can be controlled from distant using high definition computers
- It allows a direct accession to any kinds of pallet
- It has sufficient space for using
The heavyweight movable racking system can be used for heavy and oversized pallets. It eliminates the need to use any aisles. Instead, it has a one-touch opportunity where tasks are done with a single fingertip.