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Acrow implements innovative racking system for
cold storage facility
ACROW, A leading provider of storage and material handling Acrow understands the unique requirements of the cold
solutions, is set to revolutionise the operations at a Lusaka Cold storage industry. The implementation of the mobile racking
Storage Facility in Zambia. The installation utilises a cutting-edge system in Lusaka not only demonstrates Acrow’s ability
mobile racking system and aims to optimise storage capacity to provide customised solutions that address the specific
and enhance efficiency for this prominent cold room facility. challenges of preserving temperature-sensitive products, but
also its ability to meet its client’s specific requirements no
The project entails the construction of a mobile racking matter the location. With careful planning and expertise, Acrow
system with 3,000 pallet positions, complemented by an has tailored the storage system to meet the stringent standards
additional 2,000 pallet positions of standard pallet racking with of the cold storage industry while optimising the facility’s
the end goal being to move these to a mobile racking system storage density.
as well. The implementation of such a mobile racking system
signifies a significant advancement for Lusaka Cold Storage. The partnership between Acrow and the Lusaka Cold
The 10m-high mobile racking system is meticulously designed Storage facility marks a significant milestone in the evolution of
to maximise the available space by utilising vertical storage cold room storage capabilities. By implementing an innovative
capacity efficiently. mobile racking system alongside traditional pallet racking,
Acrow has revolutionised the storage capacity and accessibility
Each bay of the mobile racking system has been designed for the facility.
and manufactured so that it is capable of supporting up to three
tons of weight per level, providing a secure and sturdy platform Sandra Moya, CEO of Acrow Storage Solutions, weighed
for palletised goods. The mobile racking system itself is rated in on the installation: “We have always been confident in our
at an impressive 18 tons per bay, ensuring the safe and efficient capabilities and expanding knowledge when it comes to the
storage of heavy loads. This robust design guarantees the cold storage industry and this project simply allows us to
longevity and resilience required for the demanding cold storage showcase our solutions to the greater African market.” •
environment and reflects Acrow’s care in durability as well as
reliability.
One of the key advantages of the mobile racking system
is its ability to enhance operational efficiency. The system
is designed to allow for easy access to each pallet position,
enabling swift and convenient retrieval of stored items. By
eliminating the need for aisles between every row of racks,
the mobile system significantly reduces the amount of space
required for manoeuvring, optimising the cold room’s overall
capacity.
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