In recent years, several key trends have transformed space planning in the manufacturing industry and reshaped the storage solutions used across its many sectors. As e-commerce continues to claim a larger share of retail sales, manufacturers must adapt—e-commerce operations typically require more industrial space than traditional brick-and-mortar businesses. Ongoing supply chain challenges have also prompted manufacturers to increase on-site inventory to avoid disruptions. At the same time, more than 60% of companies are reshoring or nearshoring production to the U.S., increasing demand for modern manufacturing storage infrastructure. Compounding this, nearly one-third of all industrial buildings were built before 1972, underscoring the urgent need to optimize space with updated storage systems.
From manufacturing industrial heavy-duty shelving and climate-controlled manufacturing shelving systems to moveable pallet racking shelves and mobile racking systems, efficient storage plays a crucial role in maximizing facility productivity. Even a few feet of wasted space can add up significantly across a manufacturing plant. The right industrial shelving and racking solutions can dramatically improve space utilization, workflow efficiency, and operational flexibility.
Spacesaver provides expert industrial storage consulting to help manufacturers design customized shelving and racking systems that fit current operational needs while allowing room for future growth—because the best use of space is one that plans for both today and tomorrow.
Rousseau products are designed from the ground up to withstand the demands of intense manufacturing operations. Efficiency is key, and downtime is costly. The right storage cabinet or shelf unit in the right location can save thousands. Rousseau doesn’t just make these products; we use them too. With tens of thousands of solutions, the perfect cabinet, workstation or shelving is only a click away.
Our initial goal was to build a high-quality, ergonomic and aesthetically pleasing workspace for the quality control laboratory of our sheet products plant. The different sizes, heights and accessories of our Rousseau products have improved the storage and functionality of our workspace by providing us with a wealth of ergonomic options. The quality and aesthetics of Rousseau products are exceptional.
Jean-Christophe Boucher, QC
Soprema
