If your resale or online product business is growing and you now have a storage shop and workers that help to get your items out, it's important that you keep everything organized and that everyone is safe. You want to make sure your workers can find what they need quickly when the items need to ship, and also that they are safe and cautious when carrying heavy items or big boxes around the shop. Look into these different options to keep things running smooth.  

Proper Storage Solutions

Things have to be stored properly, so the items are protected, easy to find, and aren't affected by activities going on in the shop are. You want to consider getting high-quality commercial grade storage containers that have these features:

• Impact resistant
• Built with handles
• Airtight seal when shut
• Waterproof

This ensures that all the items you have stored aren't at the risk of getting dusty, exposed to moisture or condensation in the building, and won't be difficult to grab and move.

Used Machine Equipment

You may be able to get a few pieces of used construction equipment to make storage and transportation around the shop a bit easier. Some of the machines you want to look to buy used include:

• Hydraulic lift
• Boom lift
• Drive stacker
• Desk lift

A boom lift is ideal if you have storage options you can reach from the outside. These are just a few of the items that would make things easier for the people that have to lift, move and organize. Shop for lower cost used options to save money, and to determine if you will use any of the machines enough to make the investment in new ones.

Established Organization System

You want it to be easy for anyone to find the merchandise and products they need no matter who is working. Spend the time to establish the storage system, so everyone knows where and how to store all the different items, and how to get them safely to ship. This saves time and increases productivity throughout the day.

You may even want to ask all your employees to wear slip resistant shoes, to reduce the chance that there is a slip and fall incident while they are at the shop working. If your business is growing and you have to store all your merchandise on high shelves and in many boxes, these storage solutions and organization tips will help. Get the right equipment for the shop and keep your staff productive and safe.

For more information on boom trucks, contact your local rental service today.