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Ready To Start Your Pick Module?Request A Free ConsultationTrustpilot Project Spotlight: Pick Modules Pick Modules are one of American Surplus' specialties, bringing together every aspect of the...
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Request a Quote Today!Priced To Move: Add Borroughs Shelving To Your Facility For Less! Over 900 Bays of Used Borroughs Shelving is on its way to American Surplus! These easy to install...
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Request a Quote Today!Reserve Your BestFlex Conveyor Before They're Gone! ASI is bringing a small lot of one of our most popular items! BestFlex Conveyor makes loading and unloading trucks a...
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Setting up a warehouse or distribution center is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and consideration. Whether you are starting a new venture or expanding an existing operation, ...
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In a bustling warehouse environment, the efficiency of your docking station can have a significant impact on the overall productivity of your operations. A well-organized and properly equipped...
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In the world of material handling and warehousing, efficient movement of goods and inventory is essential for productivity and safety. To accomplish this, various types of equipment are used, with...
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When it comes to optimizing warehouse storage, wire decking has become an indispensable tool for businesses seeking durability, versatility, and cost-efficiency. These metal grids, designed to fit...
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In today's fast-paced world, adaptability and efficiency are paramount for businesses. Whether you run a warehouse, manufacturing facility, or even an office space, the need for flexibility in your...
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Pallet racks are an essential component in many warehouses and distribution centers, serving as the backbone of efficient storage and inventory management. However, pallet rack failures can have...
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In a world where space is often at a premium, the efficient utilization of available square footage has become a crucial consideration for homeowners, businesses, and even industrial spaces. This is...
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In the world of warehousing, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities, efficient storage solutions are crucial for maintaining an organized and productive environment. Among the various...
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The world of industrial automation and material handling is an intricate web of interconnected components, each playing a crucial role in ensuring seamless operations. Among these components, ...
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Summer brings its own set of challenges, especially for warehouses and industrial spaces. With rising temperatures, keeping a warehouse well-ventilated becomes crucial to maintaining a productive and...
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Pallet racks are an integral part of warehousing and storage operations, providing efficient utilization of vertical space. However, without proper safety protocols in place, they can pose...
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In today's fast-paced industrial landscape, warehouses play a vital role in the storage and distribution of goods. Forklifts are an essential tool in these environments, assisting in the movement of...
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Efficient warehouse storage is crucial for businesses aiming to optimize their operations. When it comes to pallet racking systems, there are various options available, each designed to meet specific...
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In the realm of warehouse management and logistics, pallet racks play a vital role in organizing and maximizing storage space. Pallet racks are sturdy structures designed to store palletized...
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Cantilever racks have revolutionized storage systems, providing an efficient and flexible solution for various industries. With their unique design and numerous advantages, cantilever racks have...
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Warehouses play a vital role in the supply chain, acting as storage hubs for goods before they reach the hands of consumers. While aspects such as organization and security are commonly prioritized, ...
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Warehouses are vital components of the supply chain process, and they play a crucial role in the distribution of goods. Efficient management of a warehouse is essential for reducing operational...
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Lead-Acid forklift batteries Lead-Acid forklift batteries have a few advantages, including: Cost-Effective: Lead-acid batteries are less expensive than other...
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Lithium-Ion Forklift Batteries Lithium-ion forklift batteries have many advantages over traditional lead-acid batteries, including: Longer Lifespan:...
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Forklifts are an essential piece of equipment for many businesses that require the movement of heavy loads. One of the critical components of a forklift is the battery that powers it. Choosing the...
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Balers are machines used to compress and bind recyclable materials such as paper, cardboard, plastic, and metal. These materials are often generated in large quantities by businesses, industries, and...
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Stretch wrapping is a popular method of unitizing and securing loads for transportation and storage. It is a cost-effective and efficient way of protecting goods from damage, dust, and moisture. ...
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When it comes to organizing your warehouse and storing piping, lumber, and other awkward materials makes a solid cantilever rack system perfect. Which is why cantilever racks are often found in...
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Flexible Conveyors are a great investment for your shipping and receiving department. These conveyors come in two styles such as power flexible conveyor or flexible gravity conveyor. Flexible...
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Warehouse storage is an endless concern for many companies, and up-and-coming businesses. Having a well maintained and organized warehouse is critical when running an efficient and profitable...
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Whether you are a business owner or a forklift operator for a large warehouse, you might not think about the environmental impact of your business operations very often. However, with the effects of...
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A New Year and a New Start It’s a brand-new year and time for a new start. Now that it’s 2023 consider tidying up the warehouse. Warehouse cleaning can be an overwhelming project merely due to the...
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Maintaining and organizing a warehouse is no easy task. If you have ever worked in a warehouse, you can imagine the difficulties a warehouse manager faces while trying to squeeze efficiency from the...
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When you are purchasing wire shelving for your business, warehouse, restaurant, or storage space a log goes into making the right decision. First consider what the wire shelving will be used for. ...
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Over the recent years since 2020, many warehouses went into overdrive in the U.S. from the influx of online orders of customers. Many warehouses were not ready for this influx of online orders. ...
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Peak shipping season refers to the time within Q4 part of the year, or October through December) when order and shipment level see its biggest volume of orders. Warehouses can sometimes get...
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The holiday season presents a significant business opportunity, with numerous corporations making a considerable portion of their yearly sales during this period. With the holiday season quickly...
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There are many challenges associated with the pick and pack process for a warehouse. Successful order fulfillment involves much more than shelves of neatly stacked products. Having a pick and pack...
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Even though every peak order picking season you work hard to be very prepared for the unanticipated difficulties. With the current challenges on the supply chain after the pandemic, you know it’s not...
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If your facility is looking to increase warehouse space, businesses might want to consider building up, instead of out. Expanding your vertical storage space lets you to take advantage of unused...
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Warehouse facilities can quickly become disorganized, making them less productive in daily operations. Mezzanine systems in industrial environments are a valuable way to enhance storage and/or work...
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Innovation is crucial in today's competitive and extremely demanding market. As new supply chain challenges arise, companies must be able to make the most of all advantages accessible. Within the...
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For many distribution centers it’s important to make sure that products being shipped get there in a timely and safe way. When product loads are inefficiently wrapped you open your business to a...
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American Surplus recently acquired 2 pick modules and a sortation conveyor system from a facility in New Milford, CT. This liquidation includes the following materials: 3,080 Feet of Power Conveyor, ...
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Sortation conveyor systems are utilized to move products from one conveyor line to another. These systems combine a range of conveyor technologies that are fitted to each businesses operation. This...
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Cantilever rack is your savior when you are struggling to organize the chaos of awkward, bulky and over-length materials across your warehouse. This style of racking has beams that only anchor on one...
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What is a pick module? A pick module is not the name for a single piece of equipment but rather for an entire system made up of multiple pieces of equipment that create the pick module. They have...
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Warehouse managers do their best to create an efficient workplace filled with employees who can handle a lot of inventory, and process incoming and outgoing goods and materials. The way the shipping...
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As you may have noticed the price of gas and other fuel is continuously going up. For businesses these unpredictable fuel costs lead to higher operating costs. These expenses often will eat into the...
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Stack racks are a type of storage system often used in warehouses to store pallets and other large loads. They offer you flexibility and versatility in your distribution center to obtain maximum...
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Modular offices, also known as in-plant offices, are great ways to have an office close to the heart of productivity without spending too much or building off-site. Administrative staff can be close...
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As the weather starts to change ASI wants to remind people about the importance of having proper ventilation in a warehouse or commercial environment. With warmer weather on the way, sometimes people...
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Space is the biggest concern for most warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, and more. It’s important to utilize warehouse space to keep costs low and efficiency high. Taking a...
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How you utilize the space of your warehouse directly relates to its effectiveness and profitability. The more room there is to store and transport materials, the more business you can do, and the...
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Depending on how well a facility takes care of their conveyor and storage systems will result in how long they will last over time. In-order to make sure you’ll be getting the most out of your...
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If you look at high-density warehousing operations optimized for maximum productivity, you'll discover that many utilize a pallet flow rack system. These are often used to store large quantities of...
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Keeping your facility running smoothly requires more automation than it used to these days. With the demand for products so high and supply chain issues even higher, the last thing you want to have...
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Having an efficient warehouse is important. Warehouse managers are constantly trying to find solutions that will make operations more efficient to save time and money. The amount of expenses that are...
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Warehouse managers and owners all want to increase their bottom lines, and can achieve this through a plethora of warehouse solutions. Hiring the right employees, finding the right equipment, and...
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Running a warehouse requires planning and attention to detail, from the space to storing solutions to the equipment you choose. Most warehouses will need to invest in some type of forklift to be able...
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American Surplus Inc. has been working closely with customers to fulfill their new or used material handling equipment needs for over 30 years. As one of the top retailers for warehouse equipment...
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Whether you’re a fulfillment center for an e-commerce business or a warehouse for goods, having stack racks for your pallets is a cost-effective method of storage products and inventory. In this...
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If you’re running a warehouse, you know how important it is to keep your equipment as well as employees safe. Damaged pallet racks can waste precious time and affect your business’s finances. There...
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Don’t waste valuable time and money advertising with no guarantee of a sale. If you are looking to make extra cash and have unwanted mezzanines look no further. We buy used mezzanines! As a leader in...
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Don’t waste valuable time and money advertising with no guarantee of a sale. If your warehouse is downsizing, relocating, or liquidating and have unwanted used shelving look no further. American...
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We buy used conveyor here at American Surplus. As a leader in the used material handling and warehouse storage industry for over 30 years, American Surplus Inc. has built a network of tens of...
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ASI's latest liquidation features a pallet rack system dissassembled. This system comes out of a storage facility located in Vermont and most material has been delivered to our East, Providence, ...
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As a leader in the used material handling and warehouse storage industry for over 30 years, American Surplus Inc. has built a network of tens of thousands of customers nationwide. With 2020 and 2021...
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Proven Experience Over 30-years of experience in warehouse storage and material handling equipment. Has built a trusted reputation for exceeding customers’ material handling needs. ...
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American Surplus Inc. works with a variety of prestigious companies. We’ve always built a trusted reputation for exceeding customers' material handling equipment and warehouse storage needs. We’ve...
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A warehouse or industrial facility is constantly changing its inventory as new items are being acquired and stored, and products are being distributed. One of the most important factors in laying out...
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Accumulation conveyors have many benefits in distribution facilities, shipping centers, or to queue up goods for sorting just to name a few. These types of conveyors temporarily slow down or holds...
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Running a productive warehouse is a complex operation. When warehouse operations are efficient, businesses can keep customers happy and costs low. An unproductive warehouse can lead to lost...
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Pallet rack decking is a method of storage that warehouses find helpful for many reasons. One of the main reasons is it allows storage facilities to make the most of their space allowing you to store...
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For your warehouse operations to run safely and effectively, you must have employees safe and efficiently working on the company’s needs. For those working in warehousing, material handling, ...
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When it comes to keeping your warehouse organized and running smoothly, pallet racking is essential. But to install an entirely new system and layout of pallet racking can be incredibly expensive, ...
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Flexible Conveyors are a great investment for your shipping and receiving department. These conveyors come in two styles such as power flexible conveyor or flexible gravity conveyor. Flexible...
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Moving loaded and heavy pallets is a necessity of any large warehouse. It helps keep inventory organized and secure in the space so that a company can access it when it needs. Due to every warehouse...
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There are many reasons as to why someone would want pallets properly secured. It is important is to ensure that the load gets to its destination in the same condition it left the facility. ...
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The effectiveness of a business is often reliant on having a warehouse that can store all its products, however, adding additional storage space or factory extensions can be costly and...
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The organization of a warehouse or storage facility is paramount to its success. You need to be able to locate inventory easily, store large and or heavy items safely, and maximize the space of your...
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Cantilever Rack Overview Cantilever rack is your saviour when you are struggling to organize the chaos of awkward, bulky and over-length materials across your warehouse. These can be defined as...
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When designing your pallet rack system there are many things to consider before deciding on your purchase. The basic decision involves purchasing your frames and beams. This step is usually as simple...
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Power conveyor systems are often used in the product handling and packing businesses. They are one of the most conventional methods used in transporting inventory, mainly because of its ability to...
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Gravity Roller Conveyor Many In Stock! ASI Price: Please Request a Quote! Request A Quote Cost-effective because they require no power to work efficiently Easy to install, and only...
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Interroll Carton Flow Beds & Hanger Tracks Many In Stock! ASI Price: Please Request a Quote! Request A Quote Carton flow rack is a style of racking that uses a rear load design. Carton...
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Frazier Structural Rack Mfg. By Frazier - Located In Pennsylvania ASI Price: Please Request a Quote! Request A Quote Improve the Storage of Your Warehouse or Distribution Center Great...
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Whenever a company grows beyond its current warehouse capabilities the first thought is “We need to move to a larger warehouse” or “We need to purchase more warehouse space”. However, many people...
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View More PicturesUsed Powered Conveyor 7 In Stock! - Mfg. By Roach & BestFlex - Located In Florida ASI Price: Please Request a Quote! Request A Quote Increases Speed & Productivity for...
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Companies that often depend on their conveyor system for their daily operations do not always take proper care of them, so when a breakdown occurs the company can be out of commission for a long...
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With all the benefits you receive from using modular drawer cabinets, it no surprise that their popularity has moved across a range of industries. They’re perfect since you have complete control over...
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American Surplus Inc.’s latest liquidation includes flow rack (Keneco, Interlake, Frazier, Republic & Teardrop), Speedway Conveyor, and security cage panels. Do not miss out on this great selection...
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It Did For This Dispensary!In this recent installation, the ASI team designed and installed a 40ft x 40ft 2-level rack-supported mezzanine in a newly constructed cannabis dispensary in Southeastern...
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Temperature control is extremely important to maintain a comfortable and healthy working environment in your warehouse. Industrial facilities usually experience hot and humid internal temperature...
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Utilizing the most space in a warehouse often requires having access to a mezzanine. With a pallet rack mezzanine, your vertical space can be used for storage. It’s not uncommon to run out of space...
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The latest liquidation acquired from American Surplus Inc. is all about drive-in racking. ASI is currently spotlighting this 146 Bays (4380 Pallet Positions) drive-in rack with structural C4 frames, ...
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We have the following material for sale. These back stop beams are available and immediately ready to ship. Still in original packaging! Call our sales team today before you miss out on this huge...
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With the ever-increasing awareness of finding environmentally friendly practices to decrease waste, a carbon footprint, and reduce environmental pollution. The warehouse is a perfect place to start...
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Pre-owned pallet rack available now. This 35' Frazier structural pallet rack with 800 sections, channel iron load beams, and wire decks. This great deal wont last long so don't miss out and call one...
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When it comes to organizing your warehouse and storing awkward materials such as piping and lumber, a solid cantilever rack system can make all the difference. Properly planning for and utilizing...
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Pallet rack accessories help to maximize safety and organization of your warehouse or shipping facility. By adding these accessories your truly will get the most out of your racking systems. ...
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Conveyor systems are important in the transfer of goods, products, and bulk items from one location to another location. To increase the benefits of a conveyor system one should consider the use and...
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Are you looking for a way to increase storage in your warehouse while staying at your current location and not breaking the bank? A mezzanine may an ideal solution for you. For companies that are...
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A conveyor system can be one of the most key parts when considering the layout of a warehouse. The main role of a conveyor system is to move objects, inventory, or heavy bulky products from one...
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The most crucial part of your conveyor system in your warehouse is not the system itself but what type of roller conveyor you're using. Depending on the type of packaging or products that you're...
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When it comes to the best ways to create storage space in your warehouse, one of the most efficient and cost-effective methods is by installing mezzanines. Warehouse mezzanine storage can help your...
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When it comes to finding a time-saving solution for picking and packing in your warehouse or distribution center, a pick module can become the solution that makes all the difference. You want to...
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When it comes to choosing the right pallet racking system for your warehouse, you have many options available. Choosing the best one for your warehouse depends on your needs and which pallet racking...
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When it comes to finding the right equipment for your warehouse, many businesses don’t realize the inherent value of buying used warehouse equipment. Setting up your warehouse is a costly undertaking...
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When it comes to running your warehouse, there are several moving parts. With employees working to fulfill orders using forklifts and other machinery, things can go wrong sometimes. Accidents happen, ...
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Pre-owned pallet rack available now. This product is down, packed and ready to ship. Multiple sizes available in both Teardrop and Mi rack. This product will not not last call on of our sales team...
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Used Unarco #2 pallet racking is quick and easy to assemble simply insert the tabs from the beams into the slots on the uprights and tap down with a mallet to insure they are locked in place. This...
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This used structural drive in rack is down and banded. With just over 4,000 positions in 2 deep by 4 or 5 high and another 1,500 positions of 3 deep x 4 high this material is perfect for most...
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Like new Interlake Mecalux Pallet racking available now. This material is in great condition. 144" long beams idea for 3 pallet per level. The current configuration is floor plus 4 levels for a total...
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This used Speed Rack pallet racking is down packaged and ready to go this product will not last. Frames are the perfect depth for standard size pallets @ 48" deep. With 30' freight heights this...
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Used accumulation pallet conveyor available now. In great condition down and ready to load today. With 54" useable rollers this material can easily move standard size pallets. Additionally available...
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Structural Drive-In racking follows the same principle of high-density storage as regular drive-in rack but with all material used made from structural steel. Like roll form drive in rack, structural...
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Pre-owned Teardrop and Mi rack available now. This material is down and packaged and ready to ship out our doors. Used teardrop racking is the standard when it comes to warehouse racking. Teardrop...
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Large inventory of Teardrop style uprights and beams. Material is in great condition down packed and ready to ship. Request a Quote   Material List...
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Used Akro Mils nest and stack bins are available right now. These bins can both nest and stack so when full they can stack on top of one another and when empty nest inside one another to minimize...
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Used Unarco T-Bolt Pallet Racking will be available mid November. 96" Step beams with a capacity of 5,000 lbs. per pair. 144" Tunnel beams with a capacity of 7,500 lbs. per pair. This product will...
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Interlake Pallet Rack Mezzanine with 66" Deep pallet rack frames. Perfect for hand loading and unload material. 3' wide bar grate decked aisles. All beam leaves had corrugated decking on them to...
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Structural Pallet rack is the heavy duty brother to roll form pallet rack. This style of pallet rack is cold rolled steel and makes for a much higher capacity with less footprint then the roll form...
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Pre-owned Interlake Mecalux pallet racking down and ready to ship ASAP. Frames are 42" x 22' with a 3" x 2.5" Column. Beams are 144" X 4" with an approx capacity of around 2,650 lbs. Used wire decks...
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Product DescriptionLike-new Teardrop Pallet Rack. Down and ready to ship Today. Fast Facts Available Now Truck Load Pricing Available Request a Quote    Material List...
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American Surplus is pleased to announce the recent expansion of our facility this past August to accommodate our ever-growing inventory. The leading material handling equipment supplier has acquired...
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Warehouse mezzanines are your savior when you're running out of storage space in your facility and don't want to pack up and move elsewhere. In industry jargon, a steel mezzanine can be defined as an...
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Temperature control is extremely important to maintain a comfortable and healthy working environment in your warehouse. Industrial facilities usually experience hot and humid internal temperature...
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American Surplus has recently reached its 15th anniversary of manufacturing our ECONO-200 Modular Office units that offer premium quality customizable modular offices.American Surplus is pleased to...
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As one of the most common types of warehouse storage systems in the world, pallet racking is also one of the most important investments a company can make. Unlike steel shelving, which usually costs...
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At ASI, we know that no two material handling facilities are the same. Although there are similarities from one warehouse to the next, the specific set up of each material handling operation varies...
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First and foremost, your town wants to make sure your design has been approved by a licensed engineer. This gives them a sense of assurance that your facility will be safe for workers. In addition, ...
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Inplant Offices provide a modular solution to a rigid problem: Where can I find space for my administrative staff and sales team? Real Estate near your warehouse or distribution center may be too...
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Stack Racks are a flexible warehouse storage solution that allow you to optimize the density of your storage space while allowing for a configurable layout. Unlike semi-permanent solutions such as...
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American Surplus recently completed a used conveyor installation in Reno, NV. This project had two phases of conveyor installations. The first consisted of 300 linear feet of used transport style...
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Check out our most recent pallet rack installation. This was a new teardrop pallet rack installation because the size was so large it was more beneficial to the customer to go with the new option. ...
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1. Invest In a Used Steel Mezzanine Mezzanines, also called storage platforms, are a perfect way to add area to your warehouse without renting additional space. You can incorporate conveyor, ...
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It is hard to believe that 2017 is ending already, but that means it is time to talk about the Section 179 Deduction program again. This tax program can save your business thousands and should be...
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American Surplus custom designs used mezzanine systems using CAD drawings to suit your specific needs. Some of the benefits of a custom designed used mezzanine from ASI include: Cost Effective –...
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Steel shelving is ideal for hand loading small inventory items, parts, tools, etc. There are several other terms for steel shelving, we also call it warehouse shelving and industrial shelving. When...
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One of the best features of inplant offices is their modular construction. All the components are interchangeable, so when it comes to what sort of spaces you can create in your facility, offices are...
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American Surplus has used cantilever rack now in stock. With five different capacity styles, we are bound to have something perfect for your application. Cantilever Rack is perfect for storing...
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Used Pallet Rack: Which Type Is Best for You? Whether you are opening a new warehouse, adding on to your existing used pallet racks due to business growth, or moving into a new facility, you have...
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American Surplus is now stocking new teardrop pallet rack. Pallet Rack Frames, Beams, and Wire Decks are in stock and ready to ship to you. We understand that price, quality and convenience...
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We are very excited to have 5 ASI team members headed to the 2017 Promat Show iin April this year. It is a great way to network and put a face with the vendors and customers we talk with all year. ...
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Pallet Racking will typically last a lifetime; however, collisions, wear and tear, and accidents are always a possibility. Forklift operators have a tough job and with heavy objects and tall racks, ...
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When designing your pallet rack system there are many things to consider before making a decision on your purchase. The basic decision involves purchasing your frames and beams. This step is usually...
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Maximizing your warehouse space is a tricky task. As a warehouse manager, you want to be able to store as much product as you can in the smallest amount of space. At the same time, you want to store...
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Here at American Surplus we have 5 main departments. These departments are Conveyor, Fabrication, Forklift, Racking and Shelving. Below is a video tour of our building that will take you to each of...
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Whether you are shrink wrapping pallets or sealing boxes full of your product, your packaging system is most likely a very important part of your warehouse. Making sure you are getting the efficiency...
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Industrial steel shelving is designed to store small, light to very large heavy, bulky items. There are several application and shelving features that must be compared and considered when...
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When considering the various types of pallet racking for your facility it can be a difficult choice if you have a wide range of load sizes, types of pallets, weights, and a high inventory turnover. ...
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Survey says: Buy a standard brand that has been time tested and from a company with an excellent reputation. When comparing products, expect that the latest model with a higher price should...
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Cantilever rack with out decking Cantilever is a popular style of racking for storing long, bulky, bundled or loose tubes, cylinders, and piping, including flat stock such as lumber, metal or...
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Forklifts are one of the most significant pieces of material handling equipment in most industries. Lifts come in various types and sizes for material handling operations from warehouses, ...
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My Current warehouse storage is at 80% of total available floorspace. How can I use my current storage space more effectively? There are two factors that must be considered: Storage Density:...
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Electric Pallet Jack: picking from low level storage locations Power Operated Stacker: lower weight and lifting capabilities for internal transport Power Counterbalanced 3 and 4 Wheel Fork Lift...
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Moving into a new facility or need to consolidate your existing facility? American Surplus is constantly seeking used material handling equipment, including but not limited to: Conveyor –...
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A warehouse or industrial facility is constantly changing its inventory as new items are being acquired and stored, and products are being distributed. One of the most important factors in laying out...
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Forklifts are one of the most common causes of destruction in a warehouse facility, as they are constantly weaving through aisles upon aisles of pallet racks. One little mistake can cause the...
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Conveyors have been around for hundreds of years, and they were originally used in agricultural settings. Farmers would use conveyor belts to load grain onto ships, but these devices were not even...
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Before forklifts, manually powered hoists were typically used to lift loads. These hoists were mainly composed of chains and winches. The first platform trucks were essentially hoists that were...
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Safety around any equipment in a warehouse facility is crucial, and this is especially true around conveyor equipment. With many moving parts, chains, gears, and pinch points, it can be dangerous for...
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Many people are obviously hesitant when considering purchasing used shelving for their warehouse facility. This is very reasonable because not all used industrial warehouse equipment is treated the...
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If you are in an existing warehouse or storage facility looking to improve efficiency, or you are moving to a new facility, you should consider a slotting analysis. Slotting is the activity of...
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Typically, palletized loads are automatically transported via gravity through the pick module system. They can be directed into storage onto flow racks, or they can be broken down into individual...
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A modular office space or in-plant office is a cost-effective solution and a customizable way to add offices to your storage facility. It is a great way to make the most out of an already existing...
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Carton flow rack is a style of racking that uses a “gravity feed rear load” design. Inventory sits on skate wheels or rollers that are set on a pitch, allowing for products to glide to the front of...
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Cantilever rackis a style of racking that has beams that only anchor on one end and are commonly found in lumber yards or plumbing supply warehouses where items being stored are long and bulky. It...
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Pallet racking is any material handling storage system that stores materials on pallets in horizontal rows on multiple levels. Pallet racks require the use of a forklift truck to load and unload...
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Gravity Conveyor, as the name implies, is a powerless free flowing conveyor system for transporting products throughout the warehouse. They can be set up at a decline to have products flow...
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Used Material Handling blog is an effort to offer American Surplus Inc. customers an opportunity to get the latest information, tips and suggestions relative to the purchase and use of quality used...
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