Month: August 2017

Storage of all your precious items and tools is the simple task of choosing the right product for you. Speedframe owns a wide array of storage solutions that can fit any need. You no longer have to worry about misplacing your items and wasting time searching for them by keeping them organised. The quality of workmanship guarantees the durability and strength of each product. Here are a few of the many excellent products Speedframe has to offer.

 

These Exhibit Display Frames are built to withstand the long periods of time typically involved in setting up exhibits or museums. These museum exhibit display cases feature a minimal design so as not to draw attention away from the objects on display. That is not to say that the frame is not aesthetically pleasing on its own, however – it can stand with the rest of your display whilst still keeping that professional air.

 

The frames are fully customisable, made to fit with any exhibit, regardless of size or subject matter. Made with durable and quality anodised aluminum, the frame is constructed so that no matter the configuration, its strength will not diminish.

 

If you’re looking for a more industrial-type storage solution, then look no further than the Industrial Display Stand and Industrial Work Table. Both are guaranteed to be sturdy enough to carry the heavy materials or electronic appliances that you or your employees use. These have no locks or cabinets, giving your employees easy access to their tools at all times. Having multiple slots while still maintaining durability also means you can keep your operations organised and clean, without having to worry about any damage or other unfortunate incidents.

 

A more personal and individual product for the industrial workplace is the Specialised Work Table. Designed with strength and durability in mind, you can be sure that this table will not fail with any task you use it for. It houses multiple compartments to keep your tools organised and within your reach at all times. This is the perfect table for people who work with multiple tools and papers and like having enough space for larger projects.

 

For office or commercial settings, the  Commercial Storage Cabinets are a great option. Much like a file cabinet but without the heavy metal drawers, a unit contains multiple compartments that are perfect for storing any important files or paperwork. The sleek design allows you to be able to quickly locate any file while also giving you enough space to manoeuvre from drawer to drawer. Additionally, at the the bottom of each unit is a cabinet for long-term storage needs.

The commercial counterpart of the specialised work table, the Commercial Office Workstation, provides the very same benefits but with more focus on office work. Instead of compartments, it contains drawers for paperwork and office supplies. The table surface is a little more narrow, but is perfect for office work that requires just enough space for a computer and stationery.

 

Check out Speedframe’s website for even more products to fit your industrial, commercial and office storage needs. If you have any questions or wish to consult with experts, please do not hesitate to call or send us an email.

Found in virtually all commercial food establishments, the kitchen is an essential space for many reasons other than just food. Often the nerve center of many commercial restaurants and the face of the brand, a restaurant’s kitchen is undoubtedly one of the most important parts of any establishment.

This is why business owners should always keep in mind the design requirements that a kitchen demands. Aside from being stylish, it must also be functional. It’s easy to get tripped up over the myriad of options that are available to the designer, or to ignore the more obvious questions that one ought to ask when setting up a kitchen; nevertheless the important thing to remember is that there is much more to the kitchen than just food.

Here are some effective tips that can help you when you’re thinking about that commercial kitchen fitout you’ve had your eye on.

Ask the chef.

There’s no better person to ask what a kitchen will require than the person who’s going to spend the most time in it. Your chef (and the rest of the staff) will be calling that kitchen their second home, so of course you’d want to make them comfortable in it. A good kitchen is where ingredients come in at one end and food out of the other; and a good kitchen fitout is essential to making that happen. Ask your chef and staff about the placement of equipment in the room. Do they think they need more kitchen partitions? How about shelving? Do they need fitouts that can move to transport ingredients or a durable one that can support utensils?

Remember your restaurant!

This is especially important for stores with a specific theme. Displays exude as much atmosphere as the walls and lighting do. A unique theme helps attract customers, as human attention is usually drawn to the unfamiliar. Glass cabinets are completely customisable and vary depending on the manufacturer.

Be flexible.

Like fashion, food trends are constantly changing. Your customers will have different demands and appetites depending on many things: the day of the week, the month of the year, whether or not it’s a special occasion – and you need to be ready for such demands. Even the smallest changes like deciding to introduce soups and stews will be a big factor in how your kitchen fitout operates, and it’s best to have it custom-crafted or consult with an interior design expert on how to accommodate such changes in the future.

While it may seem difficult at first to keep track of kitchen fitouts and commercial interior design options, it’s important to remember that a kitchen is not just about the food that goes in and out, it’s also about your staff and the people that come to your restaurant to enjoy the entire experience. So it’s all right to take extra care in how you design and fitout your kitchen. Ask for help, consult with experts, get opinions from the right people. At the end of the day, everyone will have a much more enjoyable experience because of it.

Consult with Speedframe today for advice on commercial kitchen design. With solid backing from interior design experts and industry professionals, we’ll help you make your restaurant a success.

Warehouse layouts may seem simple at first but there are a multitude of factors that affect how well a warehouse can perform. There are many opportunities to save money and get the Retail interior design in Australia created. make the work move more quickly. Here are 5 simple ways you can make your warehouse more efficient:

1. Plan ahead.

Not all warehouses will store and operate in the same way. Some warehouses store their inventory for substantial amounts of time but others will have their inventory quickly shifted away. With the knowledge of what kind of items will be stored, you can easily plan for a much more efficient use of your resources. For example, if you build a large warehouse but your inventory only fills half the space, then you are wasting capital that could have been spent improving something else.

2. Organise, utilise and segment areas.

Nobody likes a messy workplace, and your employees are no different. There needs to be clear distinction between areas, such as the placement of both receiving and packaging space. This prevents items or even tools used being misplaced. Time spent looking for supplies that could have been properly organised beforehand is time lost. If you require more space, there is no need to spend more money to expand the structure. Make optimal use of your space by investing in taller storage units to utilise the vertical empty space.

3. Take note of your inventory.

Much like the first point, the items in your inventory aren’t equal either. Items that are popular in the market may move quite a bit while the rest sit still for a long time. You should take advantage of this knowledge by placing said items in a more efficient location. Why have items frequently sold way in the back where they are much harder to reach? It is inefficient to constantly be moving items around, so plan their placements carefully. Ideally, your inventory should be placed in such a way that they don’t need to be moved a second time.

4. Interview employees on how they navigate the warehouse.

Any data that can be gathered may help to find areas of your warehouse that are underperforming. There is no better place for such data than those that work through the warehouse everyday. There are a lot of things that you miss by simply just passing through and observing, and you could be missing a huge opportunity to improve your warehouse productivity.

5. Continue to improve based on your observations.

There will always be space to improve no matter the time. Document your goals, plans and any results. Continue to analyse and review plans them then start all over again. This is an endless cycle that will move you straight forward into a much more efficient system.

Given that the warehouse is a bustling and essential part of your business operations, special care must be given into how it’s designed, much as the care you would bring to a retail establishment or your offices. Places that people navigate are much more pleasant if they’re designed for people.

Still have some questions on how to improve your warehouse layout? We at SpeedFrame can answer all of your questions and help improve your productivity.