When you have been around as long as we have at Hi-Cube Storage Products, you begin to become part of the fabric of the community. Not only does our staff get involved in non-profit and charitable organizations and events in our community, we as a company enjoy those opportunities as well. Hi-Cube Storage Products is […]
Once a quiet somber place, with tall narrow aisles and cold hard floors, the public library of yesterday bears little resemblance to the library of today. Almost all libraries have a play area for children, a computer center to provide internet access, and a section for music and videos. Community meeting rooms and large open areas […]
Many times people will rent business, warehouse or storage spaces in British Columbia without first looking at the requirements for occupancy and the storage racking system they plan to use. In both new and older buildings, there are key things to consider when moving and planning for storage racks in BC. LOOK UP: Fire Suppression System The […]
Before the green movement ever began, Hi-Cube knew about our responsibility to make the planet a better place to live. Since opening in 1980, we’ve provided our customers with high-quality products. Even though quality is our top priority, Hi-Cube has always cared about our impact on the environment. We strive to preserve our planet for future […]
Mezzanine office, also called warehouse office, in-plant offices or shipper’s office, are prefabricated wall systems chosen when you are needing to expand or improve operations in a facility. Companies looking to respond rapidly and cost-effectively to changes in business find mezzanine offices a great solution. These modular systems can construct everything that regular construction materials […]
Cleanliness isn’t next to godliness, but orderliness generally accompanies success for businesses and other organizations. Workers in warehouses may puzzle over best ways to store and access materials. Understanding the difference between shelving and racking can help any workplace become more efficient. Without this understanding, organizations that require sophisticated storage solutions for shelving and racking […]
The economic downturn of the last several years has made an enormous impact on the landscape of the corporate world and the way that companies do business. With the advent of email, videoconferencing, telecommuting, document management systems, and the availability of online reference materials, law firms in particular are turning to creative solutions that will […]
Some of the reasons for repurposing Library Spaces are: Shifting collections, providing more community space, or further supporting collaboration and creation. From small changes such as adding a few select pieces of furniture to major changes such as a complete redesign, there are many options available. Gaining space, maintaining collection Compacting book stacks is the […]
Whether you plan on expanding, moving or replacing racking/shelving, here are three important considerations when planning for a shelving system. 1) Storage height capacity It is important to get the most out of your warehouse space. This means taking advantage of a variety of solutions, including pallet racking, shelving systems, and vertical bulk storage systems. […]
As an owner or facility manager of a small to mid-size operation, you may be aking yourself if you need a building permit for a storage system in BC. Many approach the subject with some trepidation because building permits can cause major work and headaches for the uninitiated. Despite the stress, your storage system in […]
In tight workspaces a mezzanine storage system can increase your facility’s capacity and productivity. Cramped distribution centres can become increasingly inefficient. A mezzanine storage system puts your vertical space to use and many companies have found them to be a very cost effective space solution. When compared with the costs of construction and real estate […]
When exhibit designer Rick Slingerland needed to build a realistic mine shaft for an exhibit on Nanaimo’s District Museum in B.C., he knew exactly who to call. Having worked with Gerry Chose and the Hi-Cube team on two previous occasions, Rick knew they’d bring innovative ideas to the pallet rack design. The project wasn’t your typical […]
Seismologists are predicting that within the next few decades, an earthquake of catastrophic proportions could strike on the coast of British Columbia. Having measures in place to mitigate the earthquake disaster in your warehouse storage is quite important, and facilities with steel racks must be prepared for the worst. Earthquakes can be destructive in two different […]
