A well-designed, reliable storage bay is more than just a place to store materials—it’s a strategic asset that can significantly reduce costs and minimise waste throughout the handling and transportation process. By effectively shielding materials from water exposure, these storage bay solutions offer several advantages, including:

Preventing Water Damage and Weight Gain

Water seepage is a hidden threat that can greatly increase the weight of exposed materials. This added weight not only compromises the integrity of the materials but also leads to inflated transport costs, especially when shipping charges are calculated based on weight.

Enhancing Handling Efficiency

Waterlogged materials are often heavier and more challenging to manage. This increased difficulty can result in:

• Extended processing times
• Additional labour hours
• Increased risk of workplace injuries
• Potential damage to handling equipment

Keeping materials dry and protected from the elements is essential for maintaining their quality. Proper storage helps prevent:

• Degradation of material properties
• Mould and mildew growth
• Corrosion or rust formation

Increasing Safety

By installing an A1 fire-rated storage bay system, businesses can protect their infrastructure and materials in ways that:

• Reduce the spread of fire
• Do not contribute to a fire
• Ensure compliance with standards
• Can be integrated into your Fire Prevention Plan (FPP)

Reducing Overall Costs

By investing in dependable storage bay solutions, businesses can achieve significant cost savings through:

• Lower transportation expenses
• Reduced labour costs
• Minimized material waste
• Decreased need for material replacements
• Improved operational efficiency

In conclusion, implementing reliable storage bays, such as those constructed with interlocking concrete blocks, is a proactive approach to protecting your materials and safeguarding your bottom line. The initial investment in quality storage solutions pays off by preserving material integrity, streamlining operations, and ultimately reducing overall costs.

For more information on Legato® concrete blocks, which have been successfully used to build storage bays for many years and can be combined with roof structures to create a complete storage bay unit, visit www.eliteprecast.co.uk/interlocking-blocks/legato-interlocking-concrete-blocks.

Elite Precast collaborates with a number of specialist companies that can design and fit roof structures to ensure maximum space utilisation and a dry storage solution. For more information, call 01952 588885 and speak to Owen or Jess.