Racking Relocation
We relocate your racks while minimising downtime.
Relocating a racking system involves dismantling, moving and reassembling the structure while maintaining its safety and functionality. We manage every stage according to your warehouse’s operational requirements, minimising disruption and downtime.
The reassembled structure is inspected in accordance with the guidelines set out in UNI EN 15635.
How does racking relocation work?
Every relocation follows the same technical process, regardless of the distance between the old and new locations:
- Assessment and planning
- Dismantling of the structure
- Transport to the new location, where relocation to a different facility is required
- Reassembly of the racking system in its new configuration
- Installation validation, including stability checks and testing, before commissioning.
Relocation assessment and planning
A successful relocation starts with a thorough preliminary assessment. We review the available technical documentation and inspect the existing racking to determine the most appropriate dismantling and reassembly procedures for its new location. We then plan the work sequence and schedule, coordinating shifts where needed to minimise disruption to warehouse operations.
When is racking relocation required?
It is worth considering in a range of different scenarios:
Layout reorganisation
Reorganisation of the warehouse layout or internal flows
Business relocation
Relocation of the business to a new facility
Need to free up space
Need to free up space for new storage lines without purchasing new racks
Expansion of storage capacity
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What you receive at the end of the relocation process
At the end of the work, we provide you with the documentation required to ensure that the racking system complies with the applicable requirements in its new location:
- Relocation report documenting the structure’s new position.
- Results of the stability checks and testing carried out on the reassembled structure.
- Update of the technical documentation, where necessary
- New installation validation followed by validation for use.
Why choose Di Massa srl for your racking reconfiguration?
We manage the entire relocation process through a single point of contact, from the initial site inspection through to reassembly, including transport when the racks are being moved to a different facility. Once the work is complete, we check the new configuration and update the technical documentation to ensure that the racking system remains compliant with applicable requirements after relocation, without the need to coordinate multiple suppliers for a single project.
FAQ
When is it better to relocate existing racks rather than install new ones?
When the existing rack system is in good condition and the warehouse’s new requirements relate to available space or layout rather than storage capacity or changes to the load units.
Does rack relocation require a new use validation?
Yes. Once the racking has been reassembled, it must undergo a new installation validation, followed by a new validation for use. If seismic-resistant racking is relocated to an area with a different seismic classification from its original location, our team carries out a dedicated assessment before the move to determine the steps required to bring the installation into compliance with the applicable regulations.
How long does a racking relocation take?
The timeframe depends on the distance between the two locations and the size of the installation. We determine it during the initial site inspection.
Can you relocate racks to a different site from the original one?
We identify the issue before proceeding and recommend the necessary corrective measures to avoid reassembling components that are no longer fit for use.
Our technicians support you throughout every stage of the relocation, from the initial data collection through to reassembly and final checks.
- Response within 24 hours
- Free initial consultation
- Tailored solutions