7 small but useful warehouse tools

Cuando hablamos de unión y ruptura en la vida, normalmente lo primero es relacionado con ocasiones venturosas y, lo segundo, con eventos tristes. En el almacén, en cambio, la unión y desunión son experiencias vividas a diario. Ambas despiertan sentimientos positivos, pues desempaquetar mercancía y embalar productos forma parte de la frenética actividad que impulsa el negocio hacia delante. Este avance no sería posible sin ciertas herramientas para almacén que, pequeñas en tamaño, son de enorme utilidad. ¿Tan importantes son estos discretos utensilios? En efecto, pero veamos cuáles son y adentrémonos en el porqué de su imprescindible presencia:

1. Herramientas para almacén de corte para materiales rebeldes

Desgarro es una palabra trágica en la mayoría de sus sentidos, pero si la aplicamos al embalaje que cubre un paquete, se convierte en una acción cargada de emoción: ¡cuánto tiempo llevábamos esperando la mercancía!

La mayoría de cajas aterrizan selladas con cinta adhesiva o, en el ca

• The cat’s eye cutter from Martor is ideal for frequent and fast cuts. This knife has a retractable mechanism, i.e. the aluminium blade retracts automatically into the handle as soon as the cut is complete. It is suitable for cutting cardboard of all types of boxes (including double and triple channel), plastic and strapping. It is therefore an essential item to have on hand in the warehouse.

• The cautious Sofiac cutter: this type of cutter is perfect for cutting plastic film and strapping. Its blade is protected by a metal head to prevent accidental cuts or damage to the goods behind the packaging.

• The workshop scissors, the all-rounder among the warehouse cutters: their ergonomic handle makes them very comfortable to use, whether you are right or left-handed. They can tear strapping, plastic packaging, cardboard of all thicknesses and even leather and cables, among other materials. They can handle everything! And they also come with a small screwdriver, which is very useful.

2. Strength in numbers with these warehouse tools

The bundling, when it comes to packaging, is one step closer to the departure of the product and the start of its journey. Packing cartons and pallets can be a tedious task, but thanks to these tools, saving time will not be a problem

• The fast adhesive tape dispenser: this snail-shaped tool does not share its slowness with the animal, as it is a very practical and fast tool when it comes to sealing boxes and packages. It is made of a metal structure that ensures exceptional durability and resistance. When making your choice, pay attention to the width of the adhesive tape you use so that it fits perfectly in the dispenser. Don’t forget that there is also a silent version!

• The parcel weighing scale: if your warehouse sends parcels by post, it is important to keep track of the weight of the parcels you send. This electronic scale has a separate display and can be fixed to the wall thanks to the cable that connects them. Its metal base and aluminium weighing tray are sturdy and suitable for large dimensions. It memorises the weight for additional weights.

• Stretch film roll holders and rollers, the key to fast pallet packing: when working with groups of boxes, securing the goods with plastic film is essential to avoid accidents and damage and to gain speed. For this, there is nothing better than using a roll holder to easily insert the reels and rotate them around the goods. It is also very light and easy to handle.

• The strapping tensioner, the final safety touch: this curious tool allows the perfect sealing of boxes or pallets by using plastic straps and steel buckles. The mechanism has a certain complexity at first glance, but it saves an enormous amount of time and provides security for the packages. If you are wondering how it works in detail, here is an explanatory video:

3. Occasional tools for the warehouse

There are tools that are needed in a warehouse without discussion, but not because we are going to use them very often, on the contrary, we need them so that when they are needed we do not find ourselves in the situation of not having them

• First aid case: A must for any warehouse containing any sharp objects… that is, all of them. You never know when you might have a small accident, so we suggest this case, containing hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, cotton wool, sterilising compresses, plastic plasters, latex gloves, dissecting forceps, straight scissors and two mesh bandages of different sizes. The case is made of polypropylene with a handle and fixed interior dividers.

• Single-use visitor’s kit: What if visitors come? The visitor’s kit has everything in one! Manufactured in accordance with the requirements and European standards 89/686/EEC relating to personal protection. Made of plastic, it is the necessary clothing to protect visitors from any external agent that may be present in your warehouse.

• TORK industrial cleaning cloth: Soft and mouldable, delicate with surfaces. It effectively replaces the coloured textile cloth. Very resistant and absorbent, for repeated use. Resistant to any solvent. Perfect for any improvisation, you can never know what is going to happen.

And if at the beginning of this article you were thinking about another type of material for warehouse, do not forget to visit our selection in RajaPRO, there are tools for warehouse that are indispensable for the comfort of all!