block storage
block storage
The term block storage refers to warehouses that stack and store goods in stackable forms, such as cartons, pallets, boxes or lattice boxes, on top of each other in block form without shelves or other devices.
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definition
A block warehouse is a type of goods storage in which stackable boxes, cartons, pallets, lattice boxes are stacked next to each other or on top of each other in blocks using reach trucks and forklift trucks , without the use of additional devices such as shelves or others.
In a block warehouse, the same items are usually stored in each storage row. This enables direct access to each item. Suitable goods include the following, for example.
- pallet goods
- beverage crates
- barrels
- Tires
The blocks of a warehouse can be divided into smaller units. The so-called rows are used as an organizational feature - as a storage location. When storing in blocks, attention should be paid to the purity of the goods. The LIFO method is used
Advantages
Block storage offers the following advantages.
- Areas and rooms can be used intensively
- Spontaneous conversions are easy and straightforward to implement - high flexibility
- Cost savings - No shelves or other fixtures required
- No maintenance and investment costs
Disadvantages
A disadvantage of block storage is that access to individual items is difficult. And when the goods are really needed, access times are long. In addition, this type of storage is not suitable for perishable goods. The FIFO method cannot be used
