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The Structural Engineer  Myth 2: All Structural Engineers are created equal. Fact: Some large engineering firms are very familiar with the product and they will do a great job of getting projects approved. On the other hand, some are very unfamiliar with the product, and this is when communication between your storage consultant and structural engineer is critical!
Lesson Learned: Not all structural engineers are familiar with high-density mobile shelving. If they've never worked with the product, they are sure to err on the side of caution. Your storage consultant can educate and provide information that might otherwise be overlooked. |
Getting Projects Appoved
Myth 3: There are no alternatives to reinforcing the floor.
Fact: Your high-density shelving vendor should be able to provide several alternate solutions that will help to get projects approved. Most structural engineers are not aware of alternative solutions and will therefore resort to reinforcing the floor - a lengthy and expensive process!
Lesson Learned: Get the conversations started between your structural engineer and storage consultant early! In the end, it can save your client weeks of time and thousands of dollars! |
