Getting Ready for Summer Demand: Equipment Options to Boost Capacity.
- Ellie
- 4 days ago
- 3 min read
Summer is just around the corner, and as it approaches, businesses across a variety of sectors, including warehousing, logistics, retail, manufacturing, and distribution, often experience an increase in demand.
The seasonal peak can occasionally bring with it some stresses, including storage space, delivery schedules becoming tighter, and workloads increasing.
With that, we know it’s important to be prepared ahead of this game, which is why we’ll be taking a look at how to keep the seasonal stress at bay.
Why Summer Demand Creates Operational Challenges.
For many businesses, summer means a lot of additional logistical factors to consider. Without the right handling equipment in place, these pressures can quickly lead to slower turnaround times, operator fatigue, and increased risk of workplace injuries.
Upgrading or supplementing your existing fleet before peak demand arrives can help maintain smooth workflows and improve overall operational resilience.
So, what challenges can you expect to face during the summer season?
Infrastructure Overload.
It’s no surprise to learn that a seasonal peak creates an infrastructure overload with an increase in seasonal stock. The warehouse and its infrastructure may be challenged to higher levels of seasonal stock that congests the warehouse, creating obstructions.
With extra stock, follow extra deliveries and consequently extra movements and use of labour/manual handling equipment.
Team Shortages.
Oftentimes, the summer season brings forward a need for an extra labour source however, recruitment can often take its time – not to mention training the inexperienced team members can hamper already set processes due to increased time to finish them, or mistakes taking place resulting in more time to fix them
It’s also worth mentioning that newly trained staff will often result in coverage for the long-term staff, leaving the still-learning staff at the helm. That’s why training that is clear, comprehensive and covers all bases is essential.
Here at Nationwide Handling, we are proud to put our training packaging on display. We are qualified to the National Operator Training Licensing Scheme Standards and are able to offer on-site operator training on hand pallet trucks to fully powered stackers.
Logistics Changing.
With an extra flow of deliveries, the expected impact of training and a shift around on a variety of schedules, it's understandable that logistics throughout the summer will need careful consideration to approach.
There are rotas, stock intake, and inventory management that all need precise and careful planning. With that said, there are plenty of ways that efficient equipment can be supportive of these measures.
Manual Handling Equipment To Prepare for The Summer Demand.
Powered Pallet Trucks for Faster Goods Movement.
One of the simplest ways to improve warehouse efficiency is by upgrading from manual pallet trucks to powered models.
This machine is the perfect companion for any shop floor or small warehouse application.
Electric Stackers to Maximise Warehouse Space.
When demand increases, storage space often becomes a challenge. Electric stackers can help businesses utilise vertical storage more effectively while improving handling efficiency.
With Electric Stackers, you are able to extend storage capacity without needing to extend premises, improve pallet stacking efficiency and reduce manual lifting risks significantly.
With a lifting capacity of up to 1.2 tons and a maximum lift height of 2.5 meters, the EP ES12-25DM stacker is well-equipped to handle stacking goods on shelves to transporting materials across the warehouse.
Lift Tables For Warehouses.
Busy summer periods often involve repetitive lifting, packing, and assembly tasks. Lift tables can help improve ergonomics while reducing strain-related injuries.
Reducing repetitive strain injuries
Supporting faster packing and handling
Enhancing safety during busy periods
With a sturdy 500kg capacity, the BS50 Lift Table provides the additional lifting height necessary to accommodate bulky loads with ease. The BS50 Lift Table provides the additional lifting height necessary to accommodate bulky loads with ease. For added flexibility, the BS50 Lift Table is available in both manual and electric models.
Pre-season Maintenance and Compliance.
Increased summer workloads place additional strain on equipment, making preventative maintenance more important than ever.
Regular servicing helps minimise unexpected breakdowns and ensures equipment remains compliant with safety regulations such as LOLER and PUWER.
Nationwide Handling’s maintenance services support a wide range of manual handling equipment that helps businesses keep operations running smoothly during peak trading periods.
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