Damage to warehouse shelves is usually obvious. It is difficult to miss when one or more structural components bend, twist or completely break. However, sometimes it may be difficult to find some damage, and what seems small or insignificant is actually a serious problem. Such damage can lead to accidents.
Sometimes, the workers did not notice or report the damage. This is the result of no regular and thorough inspection. The following are the main points to pay attention to when identifying shelf damage, the overall appearance: does the shelf look vertical and the degree of distortion or tilt? Curved lines or poor alignment clearly indicate that there is a problem with the shelf. This may be a floor support problem, usually caused by vertical, degree or diagonal support problems.
Evidence of impact: the impact of forklift or other material handling equipment is usually obvious. Paint scratches and frame dents are prominent. Damage level is the key index of shelf damage level. However, this will not have a significant impact on other components, and will not cause problems such as loosening of beams, supports or connectors.
Twisted or inclined vertical column: it may be difficult to find if it is not checked carefully. Only slight bending can seriously reduce the possibility of column standing under heavy load. Use a three foot ruler and place it on a vertical surface. If there is a gap, it is a clear weakness.
Deflection degree beam: also need to detect the deflection of the beam. If sagging or bending is obvious, this is a serious problem. You should immediately reduce the load and take measures to repair or replace the structural members. Diagonal brace misalignment: these should be easy to see. The shelf under force or physical distortion usually absorbs the impact force through diagonal braces. Pop up or broken diagonals are risky and need immediate attention.
