Trevelyan’s is the largest single-site kiwifruit and avocado packhouse in New Zealand. For their state-of-the-art facilities located in Te Puke, Shelving Shop Group fitted them out with a drive-in racking system.
Client: Cubro Rehab
Location: 5000m² warehouse
Project Scope: Supply and installation of pallet racking
Completion: 2 weeks ahead of schedule
Cubro Rehab, a prominent provider of rehabilitation equipment and services, embarked on a significant expansion with their new 5000m² warehouse. They sought Shelving Shop Group’s expertise to design and install a cutting-edge pallet racking system that would support their operational demands and future growth.
The need to get the warehouse up and running swiftly to cater to increasing business demands.
Critical for the seamless operation of their height-select forklift system, ensuring efficiency and safety.
The stakes were high, with no room for errors.
Shelving Shop Group faced the formidable task of delivering the project under a tight schedule while maintaining impeccable accuracy. These goals often clash, as a faster pace can compromise precision.
To tackle the tight timeline, Shelving Shop Group employed a multifaceted strategy:
Meticulous pre-planning: initiated with detailed planning sessions, including design layouts and SketchUp drive-through previews. This proactive approach helped identify potential bottlenecks early, paving the way for a smooth execution.
Resource optimisation: deployed additional installation teams and extended working hours. This ensured the project remained on track, mitigating any risks of delays.
Seamless coordination: fostered close collaboration with Cubro’s team, enabling prompt decision-making and quick resolution of any issues that arose.
Ensuring accuracy, especially in beam levels, was paramount. Shelving Shop Group implemented several measures to achieve this:
Precision engineering: utilised advanced engineering tools and meticulous measurements to guarantee that all beam levels were set with absolute precision.
Robust structural design: incorporated double bracing to enhance the strength and stability of the racking system, minimising any potential for misalignment.
Continuous quality checks: conducted regular inspections and adjustments throughout the installation process, ensuring that the beam levels remained consistently accurate.
Ahead of Schedule
Completed the project two weeks ahead of the tight schedule, demonstrating exceptional efficiency and commitment.
Unwavering Accuracy
Achieved precise beam levels, ensuring the height-select forklift system operated flawlessly.
Optimised Operations
Delivered a robust and reliable racking system that met all of Cubro’s operational needs, from storage capacity to ease of use.
Detailed pre-planning significantly mitigated risks, setting a new benchmark for project execution.
Close working relationships with clients fostered better communication and project outcomes.
Regular monitoring and feedback loops proved crucial in maintaining accuracy, reinforcing the importance of quality checks.
