Accurate measurements prevent expensive fit problems and improve supplier quotes.
Accurate measurements prevent expensive fit problems and improve supplier quotes.
Measure the room
Record usable length, width, clear height, door openings, obstructions, floor slopes, columns, utilities, and equipment access.
Measure the load
Record maximum width, depth, height, weight, overhang, handling method, and quantity. Use the largest and heaviest realistic cases.
Measure the operation
Document aisle needs, turns, replenishment, picking, staging, and growth assumptions.
Photograph and verify
Take wide and close photos with dimensions, then verify critical measurements before ordering.
Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
Should I use nominal bin dimensions?
Measure actual outside dimensions, including lids, handles, and overhang.
How much growth should I plan for?
Use a documented operational forecast and preserve flexibility where uncertainty is high.