A more efficient commercial office workspace can lead to a increase in productivity from your staff. By using our team for free helpful advice and a no obligation free quote we can help you increase, maximise, optimise your existing office commercial floor layout.
Our team will advise on all aspects of increasing office or commercial space by using mezzanine floors, suspended ceilings, and structural alterations such as office partitioning along with any electrical, mechanical or data cabling installation required as well.
Our team are able to provide technical drawings and layout plans using CAD technology so you can see the layout of the office or commercial space.
Why not contact our team for a competitive quote or call us on 01494 853 590 to find our more about mezzanine flooring, structural alterations as well as office and commercial partitioning.
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Monday, June 21st, 2010Site relocation help from Industrial Commercial Design
Thursday, June 17th, 2010Sometimes a number of our clients come to us after revising the merits of remaining where they currently are against moving to another premises or location. The issue with relocation is that it can have a massive impact on the day-to-day business operations, which is where Industrial & Commercial Design’s team can help with your relocation issues.
Why would you want to relocate?
1. You may want to outsource your work to a 3rd party.
2. Reduce costs
3. You may be unable to use the existing premises, as it needs upgrading.
Our experts at ICD are here to offer practical and experienced support to plan and assist you with moving to another location. We have successful site relocation specialists who are able to recognise and maintain continuity of all your services to customers which will cause minor disruption to the day-to-day running of the business.
Mezzanine Floor Planning Permission
Friday, June 4th, 2010Usually when it comes to building work and development work the planning and development control has only be concerned with the external part of the building. This means that building planners could make internal changes to a building/warehouse without involving planners.
In May 2006 this changed as the control of internal operations went under the control of the local planning authorities. This means that any work that involves increasing the floor space of a building used in retail by more then 200 sq meters needs to have planning permission.
Therefore if your planning on building a Mezzanine floor internal its best to contact a member of our team who can help and review planning permissions before any work has been done.
To speak with one of our consultants about your storage needs, why not email us via our contacts page or call us today on 01491 8544590 to speak to a member of our consultancy team.
Tips for Warehouse Consolidation
Monday, May 3rd, 2010In the current climate most businesses are implementing cost cutting measures to ensure the survival of their company through the downturn. Cutting production is not always the best way to find savings because you can never be sure when demand will pick up and if you have lost staff or materials it can be difficult to run to capacity quickly.
Warehouse Consolidation may be a way for your company to reduce costs, maximize productivity and improve efficiency throughout your business. If you are running two or more warehouses with both fast and slow moving stock then there may be ways in which you can consolidate your inventory into only one warehouse. Imagine the savings on storage space and labour by only having to run the space that you require (which could be up to 50% less than what you are running now)!
Many warehouses, although seemingly well thought out, are actually not making best use of their space. It often takes an outside eye to notice the areas in which there is ‘dead space’ that could be used. New storage systems and solutions have become available over the last few years and if you are not aware of how they could work for you then of course you won’t be using them.
Industrial and Commercial Design (ICD) have the most up to date knowledge in storage systems, solutions and innovative ideas for maximizing your office space. By engaging a company like ICD you will very quickly see positive changes by efficiently consolidating your warehouses, maximizing the space you have and saving you a great deal on overheads.
If you are considering warehouse consolidation for your business then you might want to follow our top tips:
- Investigate racking storage systems – Racking can seriously maximize the space in your warehouse. Built to last and suitable to withstand daily use there are a number of systems that could suit your business.
- Mezzanine Floors – Why not use the full height of your warehouse and investigate installing a mezzanine floor for extra storage, offices or even retail space.
- Update your shelving – Shelves are much more than they used to be! Whether you require something heavy duty, mobile or with special features for your particular product it is likely that there will be a new, flexible system to suit your needs.
- Employ a 3rd party – It can be hard to see the wood for the trees. By engaging a company like Industrial and Commercial Design you will save time researching, touring and asking for quotes because you can be sure what they suggest is the best for your needs, and your budget!
Warehouse consolidation is a positive step to maximizing your space and productivity. There are plenty of choices and innovative solutions to suit every business requirement. If you require advice or support about your warehouse consolidation then speak to Industrial and Commercial Design who can expertly lead you through the process.
Maximise your office space
Saturday, April 3rd, 2010There is nothing worse than having to work in an environment where you feel;
- on top of your co-workers
- unable to gain privacy with clients or for phone calls
- trapped underneath files and equipment
- unable to find an uncluttered place to sit with clients
At one time or another most offices feel like this. It is natural as a business grows that the demands on space become more difficult. At this point there are usually two options: relocate to a larger space or maximize your current office space.
Especially in the current economic climate it can be difficult to justify to move or even find larger premises within your budget. It is often a much more sensible and cost effective idea to maximize your current office space. This can be a difficult exercise to do on your own.
Industrial and Commercial Design offer a consultancy and design service which helps you to redesign your working environment and create a space which satisfies all the needs of your business and employees.
If your office space is now accommodating new employees and you are struggling for both desk space and meeting rooms then you might want to consider the addition of a mezzanine level. ICD have vast experience in installing mezzanines for extra office spaces, workshop rooms or even retail space. Working with the ‘dead space’ in your high ceilinged premises they can install a solution that could give you up to twice as much room as you currently occupy!
Another common complaint in offices is lack of storage. Oddly shaped, bulky cupboards are usually stacked full with files and folders with precariously balanced equipment lining the walls. Industrial and Commercial Design can create a bespoke storage system for your office to maximize the space that you have, store and retrieve files or equipment quickly and safely and make it look good too!
There are many different storage solutions available that could assist you in maximizing your office space if you do not want to completely overhaul your environment. Working with ICD you can investigate the many different options available and make a careful decision based on your needs and requirements.
Industrial and Commercial Design will also install your solutions safely, quickly and within budget relieving you of the hassle and stress of employing in another company to do that work for you. All ICD employees are fully trained and aware of the latest health and safety and working regulations meaning you can feel safe in their hands.
If you are thinking about implementing new storage systems or would like a complete office redesign to help maximize your space then speak to Industrial and Commercial Designs who can help you find a solution to best suit your business.
Mezzanine Flooring Experts
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009In the world of architecture, a mezzanine or entresol is a floor between main floors of a building. Therefore it isn’t counted as a floor in a building. A mezzanine floor and a ground floor share the same ceiling and a mezzanine floor is not always located between a ground floor and a first floor but it’s normal to have a mezzanine floor in the upper floors of a building.
In American stadiums the mezzanine level is a phrase used for expensive seating as it usually gives unobstructed views. Here at ICD we are experts in Mezzanine flooring. Our experts can design a number of suggested mezzanine design layouts including:
Mezzanine Office Space extend your office with a space designed just like any other office with features such as electrical, communications and lighting sockets, ceilings and partitions.
Mezzanine Storage Space designed for giving you more storage space, with features such as our specialist brands of racking and shelving, work stations and fire prevention facilities.
Mezzanine Retail Space expand your customer’s retail experience with a mezzanine level that can include partitions, lighting, heating and electricity, lifts, stairs, carpeting, security tagging and toilets.
Mezzanine Floors
Thursday, August 6th, 2009Mezzanine floor systems are semi-permanent floor systems that are installed within buildings and are built between two permanent original stories.
A mezzanine floor is an opportunity to expand and develop your current storage or working space by using the ceiling height of your building to your benefit. Industrial and Commercial Design (ICD) is one of the foremost mezzanine floor design and supply companies in the United Kingdom.
We have fitted a number of mezzanine floors and mezzanine flooring systems through the UK. Why not have a look at out design & installation of mezzanine floor & storage space for AAC Air Conditioning.
As with AAC Air Conditioning, the most common use of mezzanine floors is to expand upon a current property without having to rent or purchase and move to new premises. By adding a mezzanine floor above your current working areas, you can create additional space for any purpose on one or more levels.
What is a Mezzanine Floor
Thursday, July 23rd, 2009A Mezzanine floor is a raised platform that is supported by columns and is independent of the host building. It allows for extra floorspace from high wasted air space above existing work and storage areas. These can double floor space available and tend to be the most cost effective and efficient way to introduce more floorspace and storage capacity.
Mezzanine floors start from as small as 2m x 2m and can have multiple tiers with high standards or special staircases, lifts or access gates. You can have wood or steel decking and can be finished in special colours meaning any conceivable option can be incorporated.
Advantages are:
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- Cost-efficient increased space
- Fully demountable, so they can be relocated at a later date
- Increased potential storage space
- Avoids relocation costs by making use of available space
- Flexible design option, can be used for many purposes
- Excellent fire protection available
- Lightweight, economic steel structure
- Bespoke design to meet precise customer requirements
- Seamless integration within existing environment
- Fast-track construction, with minimum disruption
- High quality, powder coated ancillaries in a wide choice of colours
Mezzanine floors for extending office space
Friday, July 10th, 2009If a business requires more space then there are many solutions available to make the most of the area. Space saving can be made in the office, the warehouse and the outside areas.
Many businesses have a huge office space where at least 50% of it is redundant or not being utilised properly. By installing storage systems and shelving systems, items can be stored at height rather than on the floor. This freed space can then be given to the warehouse or production room. By using steel partitions a business can separate areas, give more space to a certain area or block off an area for privacy. The steel partitions available today look smart, business like and can be painted to complement the existing surroundings. Many of these systems are made to the client’s exact specifications and come ready to bolt up quickly and easily saving a large amount on labour costs.
Mezzanine floors are another great way of making better use of space. Warehouses and units tend to have high ceilings so a huge percentage of the structure is not used. By installing a mezzanine flooring system, a business can create extra office, meeting room or staff room space without altering the main layout of the premises. Mezzanine flooring can also be made with 2 or more storeys and they can be moved, modified and dismantled quickly if necessary. The weight that mezzanine platforms can take is up to 10Kn so businesses needing to store heavy pallets can take advantage of these flooring systems too. Make sure the manufacturer or supplier of the mezzanine flooring units takes care of the Building Control Application for you.
The storage of pallets is always a problem for businesses. They take up a large amount of floor space. Space saving can be made by stalling a pallet racking system. These systems can be used for palletised and non-palletised items and come in wide aisle and narrow aisle models. Warehouse pallet racking can mean storage up to 4 levels.
So above there are many ways in which a business can make better use of its existing premises and more importantly, these options are practical, cheap and easy to install.
Save Warehouse Money and Space
Friday, July 3rd, 2009By using wide span shelving you can save money and valuable warehouse space.
A lot of companies buy pallet racks but they can also use wide span shelving as well. Doing so will save them money and valuable warehouse space.
Many companies buy pallet racks for heavy duty shelving because they don�t load the with pallets but store products on wire or steel decks.
A more cost effective method is to use wide span shelving which is not only less expensive but saves valuable warehouse space.
Wide span shelving has lengths up to 8 fee long and upright are double slotted like pallet racks.
Wide span shelving has capacities up to 3000 lbs per shelf which in reality would support 80% of pallets since most pallets don�t weigh more then that.
A big advantage of wide span shelving which is overlooked is its space saving benefits. The other advantage is its vertical spacing as well where wide beams are only 1 – 2 high.
For more information why not contact a member of our team today.