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How Tall is Too Tall? Inside Capral Aluminium’s New Racking Overhaul

We’re proud to highlight our recent work with Capral Aluminium at their Huntingwood facility – one of Australia’s leading aluminium distribution and manufacturing sites. The project involved designing and delivering a tailored racking solution to maximise warehouse efficiency, ensure safety and streamline the handling of long-length aluminium profiles.
Aerial photo of the Capral Huntingwood facility

Capral needed flexible storage for diverse extrusions with minimal disruption during their move

​Capral required a storage solution that could accommodate the varied dimensions and weights of their aluminium extrusions. Additionally, the solution needed to maintain flexibility for warehouse operations and minimise downtime during the transition from their previous site.​

Heavy Lifting handled by Cantilever

To efficiently store long and heavy aluminium extrusions, we implemented our robust Cantilever Racking system. This solution offers high-density vertical storage with unobstructed access, facilitating easy handling and retrieval of materials. The modular design allows for flexibility in accommodating various extrusion lengths and weights, ensuring optimal space utilisation.​

A-Frame for Improved Picking Efficiency

For shorter extrusions and irregularly shaped aluminium profiles, we installed our A-Frame Racking system. This system enables upright storage and easy manual picking, supporting efficient order fulfilment in Capral’s high-volume environment. The A-Frame design enhances organisation and accessibility, reducing handling time and improving workflow.​

Pallet Racking Relocated

In line with Capral’s sustainability goals and to maximise resource utilisation, we relocated existing racking, carefully dismantling and reinstalling the Pallet Racking from their previous site. Our team assessed and modified these components as necessary, integrating them seamlessly into the new facility layout. This approach provided additional storage capacity without incurring the costs associated with new equipment.​

The Project Delivered Significant Results

Enhanced Organisation

Strategic racking arrangements improved workflow and reduced congestion.

Increased Capacity

Optimised vertical and horizontal space increased inventory storage within the existing footprint.

Better Safety and Access

Open-fronted cantilever design and upright A-Frame storage facilitated safer, easier material handling.

Cost and Environmental Benefits

Reuse of existing racking reduced expenditure and supported sustainability.

Emrack Delivers Customised Storage Solutions

This project exemplifies Emrack’s expertise in delivering customised, high-performance racking solutions tailored to the specific needs of industrial manufacturing and distribution environments. Through innovative design, quality products, and a commitment to client satisfaction, we have transformed Capral Aluminium’s Huntingwood facility into a more efficient and organised warehouse space.​

For more information on how Emrack can enhance your storage solutions, please contact us.​

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