Warehouse Storage Resources & Guides

Steel tariffs have pushed new warehouse equipment prices 15 to 22% higher, which is why more buyers are pricing used racking this year. Section 232 duties doubled from 25% to 50% in June 2025, and hot rolled coil reached $1,002 per ton by March 2026 against $694 at...

Minor rack damage can sometimes be repaired, but a badly bent or creased upright gets replaced. Once a steel column has yielded, pulling it back with a pry bar doesn't restore the load rating it shipped with. OSHA has no racking-specific standard, so inspectors fall...

Used pallet racking costs roughly half to a third of new. A used upright frame runs about $40 to $80 against $120 to $180 new, and used beams sit near $15 to $30 where new equivalents cost double or triple. Across a 50-frame, 300-beam system that's $9,000 to $13,000...

Cantilever racking holds long, awkward loads like pipe, lumber, and steel tube that pallet rack can't support, using arms that extend from a vertical column with no front post blocking the load. Choosing a system comes down to three calls: load rating per arm, arm...

At A&A Surplus Inc., we offer a diverse range of storage containers to meet the varied needs of different industries. From steel totes and bins to wire baskets, each storage container type provides unique features and benefits to help you streamline operations and...

Hanging a TV on cantilever racks is a convenient and space-saving solution for both residential and commercial spaces. Whether you're looking to mount a TV in your living room, office, or retail store, cantilever racks offer versatility and flexibility. In this...