What Are Warehouse Facilities and What Types Do We Offer
Warehouse facilities are buildings used for a wide range of storage purposes, including storing finished products, incoming materials, raw materials for production, transitional storage for logistics, rack storage of products for sale, dry storage, and more. Our warehouse facilities, available in various types, are utilized in industries such as manufacturing, trade, logistics, waste management, and aviation.
All of our warehouse facilities consist of galvanized steel structures, with metal foundations that vary in design depending on the base—whether concrete, asphalt, or sandy ground—and different types of roofing based on the required insulation, such as PVC membranes, combined HB-FP roofing, or insulating panels of various thicknesses.
Essentially, fabric structure facilities are used for larger warehouses storing products or materials that are less sensitive to moisture and temperature.
For storing moisture-sensitive materials, we use our innovative Schwarzmann X® warehouse facility featuring a flat-roof design.
For heated warehouse facilities intended for the storage of temperature- and moisture-sensitive materials or finished products, insulated prefabricated structures are the best option.
Advantages of Steel-Structured Warehouse Facilities
Steel-structured warehouse facilities offer numerous advantages compared to other types of construction. Steel is an environmentally friendly and recyclable material that, when protected with hot-dip galvanization, provides a very long lifespan. These warehouse facilities are custom-built to meet specific usage requirements and location conditions. A steel warehouse facility provides optimal protection against weather conditions and creates suitable working conditions for handling stored materials or products.
Advantages:
- Custom design allows for optimal use of storage space,
- flexibility in types and roofing options based on the intended use of the facility,
- a cost-effective solution compared to traditional construction,
- faster delivery and installation compared to concrete or conventional building methods,
- long lifespan of over 30 years (with PVC membrane roofing, the membrane needs replacement after 15 years),
- no special maintenance required,
- possibility of upgrades or changes to roofing (e.g., replacing a PVC membrane with insulated panels).
Technical Features of Warehouse Facilities and Construction Method
Schwarzmann warehouse facilities provide efficient use of space and storage for a wide range of materials and products. One of their key features is their modular design. The structural components are pre-engineered and prefabricated, allowing them to be easily assembled on-site into the final form. This flexibility allows for easy adjustment of the size and shape of the warehouse facility according to your specific needs.
We use high-quality, certified materials for construction. Steel profiles are used for the load-bearing structure, providing exceptional strength and stability. Each structure is customized based on snow and wind load at the installation site through a static calculation. Hot-dip galvanization offers excellent protection for the structure, ensuring a long lifespan for the facility.
What to Consider When Planning a Warehouse Facility
When planning a warehouse facility, several factors need to be considered:
- The situation and zoning status of the plot (what is permitted to be built on the land),
- the size of the storage area you require,
- the type of material or products that will be stored (important for selecting the appropriate type of warehouse facility),
- the type of warehouse (racking system, pallet storage, transitional storage, etc.),
- fire safety requirements based on the materials or products being stored.
Our experienced sales team can assist you in this process. After a site visit and discussion about your needs and preferences, they will recommend the appropriate type and dimensions, making the purchasing process easier. They will help you find the best solution from both a functionality and cost-efficiency perspective.
By combining a high-quality steel structure with PVC membranes or insulated panels, Schwarzmann warehouse facilities achieve an optimal balance of strength, durability, insulation, and weather resistance. This ensures a safe and comfortable storage environment, suitable for storing a variety of materials and products, regardless of their sensitivity to external conditions.
Warehouse Facility Equipment
During the conceptual design and proposal phase, the necessary additional equipment for the warehouse facility is determined. The basic equipment includes sectional doors or manual sliding doors by Schwarzmann, as well as pedestrian access doors. Additional equipment is tailored according to the specific type of warehouse facility. You can find more information about the equipment and view diagrams with marked equipment for each type: fabric structure, Schwarzmann X® fabric structure, and insulated prefabricated facility.
Warehouse Facility – FAQ
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What are warehouse facilities and what types do you offer?
Warehouse facilities are structures designed for storing various materials and products. We offer fabric structures, Schwarzmann X-type warehouse facilities, and insulated prefabricated warehouse facilities.
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What are the advantages of warehouse facilities with a steel structure?
The advantages of steel-structured warehouse facilities include flexibility, cost-effectiveness, quick delivery and installation, long lifespan, minimal maintenance, and upgradeability.
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What should be considered when planning a warehouse facility?
Key considerations include the site’s situation and zoning status, storage space requirements, the type of materials to be stored, the type of warehouse, and fire safety regulations. Our experienced sales team can assist you in selecting the right warehouse facility.
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How large of a warehouse facility do I need?
The size of the storage area can be determined based on your specific needs (such as the number of pallet spaces required) and the available space on your plot. We can perform measurements during a site visit.
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What is the cost of a warehouse facility?
Each facility is custom-designed, and an individual quote is prepared after gathering all necessary information. Factors to consider include dimensions, installation location, the type of warehouse facility, and the desired equipment.
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How resistant is the structure to snow and wind?
For each warehouse facility, we perform a structural analysis calculation based on the location, adhering to EUROCODE standards to ensure resistance to snow and wind.
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How long does it take from order to the final construction of a warehouse facility?
Delivery times vary by facility type and size. Fabric warehouse facilities typically have a delivery timeframe of 45 to 90 days, with assembly taking 2 to 3 weeks. For Schwarzmann X® facilities, the delivery timeframe is similar, with assembly lasting 3 to 4 weeks. More complex insulated warehouse facilities can take 120 to 150 days for delivery, with assembly requiring 1 to 2 months.
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What permits are required for building a warehouse facility?
Building permits are subject to local legislation, depending on the country.
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What is the lifespan of a warehouse facility?
The lifespan of the structure exceeds 30 years, as the components are hot-dip galvanized. For fabric structures, we recommend replacing the PVC membrane after 12 to 15 years. Other types require minimal maintenance.