Parts Storage Perth | Rackman Australia
Overview of Parts Storage Solutions
Managing thousands of small parts can be a daunting task without the right system. Rackman Australia offers comprehensive parts storage solutions in Perth to keep all your small components neatly sorted, easily accessible, and secure. Whether you run an automotive spare parts warehouse, a maintenance workshop, a hardware store, or an assembly line store room, we have the storage products to organise items like fasteners, electrical components, plumbing fittings, machine parts, and more.
Our parts storage range includes plastic bins, louvred panels, parts drawers, shelving units with dividers, and cabinets. We often combine these elements to create a parts storage system tailored to a client’s inventory. For example, a workshop might use louvred panel racks with removable bins for nuts and bolts, while a retail backroom might use multi-drawer cabinets for small electronics. The goal is to provide a place for every part and a method that lets staff quickly find and retrieve what they need.
Key Features of Rackman’s Parts Storage Systems
We supply durable plastic parts bins (like the classic blue or red bins) that are stackable and hangable. They are made from industrial-grade polymer so they won’t crack under load or after years of use. They come in various sizes to accommodate different part dimensions and quantities. These bins feature a front label slot for easy identification of contents. When used with our louvred panels or shelving, they create a highly flexible system – bins can be rearranged or removed and taken to a workbench as needed.
A louvred panel is a steel panel with a series of slots designed to hang bins. We provide louvred panels that can be wall-mounted or free-standing (on rack frames). For instance, a louvred panel rack might be double-sided, effectively creating a mobile small-parts storage rack you can place in a workshop aisle. The steel construction (often powder-coated) ensures it can hold dozens or hundreds of loaded bins. The benefit here is modularity – you can change the layout of bins easily, and visual inventory management is enhanced since you can see the bin contents at a glance.
For parts too large for small bins (or when bins aren’t practical), we offer steel shelving units with adjustable shelves and optional dividers. These are great for organising boxes of parts or larger components. Each shelf can be subdivided into compartments using steel or plastic dividers, effectively creating cubbies for different items. Our steel shelving (often RUT type or longspan depending on load) is sturdy enough to hold heavy parts like bearings, motors, etc., while still accommodating small items in boxes or tubs. We can even add sliding drawers into shelving units for a mix of open-shelf and drawer storage.
For high-density small parts storage or when security is needed (to prevent mix-ups or loss), we provide parts cabinets. These are like tool cabinets with many shallow drawers, each drawer divided into compartments. They are perfect for tiny parts like electronic components, speciality hardware, or expensive spare parts. Many models have locking options. The drawers usually ride on smooth bearings for easy pull-out with heavy loads. By labeling each drawer compartment, you get a very organised matrix for thousands of items in a compact footprint.
Our parts storage solutions come with the ability to integrate labels and barcodes. Whether it’s slots on bins or card holders on shelves, we ensure you can label every storage location. This makes it easy to implement a parts cataloguing system (like using bin codes for inventory software). For example, bin “A1-3” might correspond to a specific part number in your system, ensuring picking and restocking accuracy. Clear labels and an orderly layout reduce errors and time wasted searching for parts.
How Rackman Addresses Parts Storage Challenges
Challenge 1:
Space Utilisation. Small parts can easily sprawl over a space if not contained. Our vertical bin racks and multi-tier shelving make sure you use vertical space efficiently. Instead of many small containers on the floor or benches, we get them into a concentrated footprint. For instance, a single louvred panel rack might hold what previously took up several tables worth of space. This frees up room to work.
Challenge 2:
Organisation and Identification. When you have hundreds or thousands of SKUs for parts, organisation is critical. We work with clients to categorize and plan the layout: perhaps grouping parts by type or by application. We might designate one shelving bay for electrical, another for mechanical, etc., and within that, bins or shelves for each size or rating. The result is a logical flow – staff know, for example, all O-rings are on Panel X, arranged by size. We often incorporate color-coded bins (available in multiple colors) to differentiate categories (e.g., red bins for urgent-use parts, green for common stock, blue for slow-moving, etc.). Rackman can help create that schema as part of our service.
Challenge 3:
Stock Control & Replenishment. Disorganised parts lead to overstocking some and running out of others. With our systems, you can quickly gauge stock levels because everything has its place. For example, if a bin is running low, it’s immediately visible (as opposed to parts thrown together in a box where you might not notice depletion until it’s empty). Some clients use a two-bin system (one in front, one behind; when the front is empty, they reorder and rotate the bins). Our bin racks facilitate such methods. Also, because items are labeled and separated, counting for stocktake becomes far simpler – you can count per bin and trust that bin holds only that item.
Challenge 4:
Accessibility and Ergonomics. We aim to place frequently used parts in easier reach (waist to eye level bins) and heavy parts on lower shelves to avoid lifting injuries. Our parts storage plans often involve analyzing usage frequency. Perhaps we’d put fast-moving or commonly picked parts on a waist-height shelf near the front of the room, whereas seldom-used parts might go higher or in a corner. This “ABC analysis” approach to storage design ensures maximum efficiency. Moreover, removable bins mean you can bring the parts to the job – e.g., grab the whole bin of screws and take it to the assembly area, rather than picking handfuls and potentially dropping them along the way.
Rackman’s End-to-End Service for Parts Storage
Implementing a parts storage solution is more than just buying bins or shelves; it requires strategy. Rackman Australia provides:
We often start by looking at what parts you have and in what quantity. We then design a layout – perhaps a combination of bin racks, shelving, and cabinets. We provide a drawing or plan that shows where each type of storage goes and how much it can hold. We also consider growth – if your parts range might expand, we allocate space or modular units that can be added.
We source high-quality parts storage products. The bins and shelving we supply are industrial grade (many are the same ones used by large automotive manufacturers and warehouses nationwide). We avoid flimsy consumer-grade storage that might save a buck upfront but fails in a busy environment. Quality bins won’t warp or fall off panels; quality drawer slides won’t jam even after years of daily use.
Our team can assemble shelving units, mount louvred panels on walls (ensuring proper anchoring to handle weight), and set up free-standing racks at your facility. We deliver everything and put it together on-site, positioning according to the agreed layout. If bins or drawers need labeling, we can assist in implementing the labeling system too, working off your inventory list.
Once your parts storage is up and running, you might find you need more bins or want to adjust configurations. We keep all components available – you can order additional bins (say you start stocking a new part size, you can get bins of the right size from us). Our systems are usually standardised, meaning future compatibility is secure. We’re also happy to come back and expand the setup if you outgrow the initial one.
For more details on specific components, you can see our Plastic Storage section on our online store, which includes parts trays, picking bins, louvred panels, etc. We also have case studies that might showcase how we improved a client’s parts storage, if you’re interested in real examples.
Get Organized with Rackman’s Parts Storage
No more rummaging through cluttered boxes or dealing with misplaced components. Rackman Australia can transform your parts storage area into a model of efficiency and order. The result will be time saved, less frustration for staff, and a more professional operation.
Ready to organise every screw, seal, and sensor? Contact us at 1300 722 626 to discuss your parts inventory and storage challenges. Our Perth-based team will suggest the ideal combination of storage solutions tailored to you. We can visit your site, assess your current setup, and create a plan that fits your space and budget.
Alternatively, send us an inquiry with some information about the types and quantities of parts you handle. If you have an inventory list or even photos of the parts area currently, that’s helpful for us to recommend solutions.
Don’t forget to check out our online shop for quick purchases of bins, trays, or small shelving units if you have an immediate need to tackle a specific area.
With Rackman’s parts storage systems, you’ll gain control over your inventory like never before. Let us help you create a place for everything, so everything can be in its place. Parts Storage Perth by Rackman Australia – making small parts a big priority in organised storage. Contact us today to get started!
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