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Warehouse in the News MHEFI announces new board of directors members for 2021 Liviri wins Reusable Packaging Association’s 2020 Excellence in Reusable Packaging Award Packaging Corner: Streamline your pack and ship process Material Handling Product News Voting Open for Product of the Year Awards Revamped industry tool allows manufacturers to understand total cost of machinery purchase More Warehouse News Localizing Your Supply Chain Learn about benefits of localizing a supply chain, major costs to consider, potential barriers to relocation and the steps a business should take if it decides to onshore. All Resources What is warehouse floor marking? Warehouse floor marking, also known as warehouse floor striping , is the process of using floor marking epoxy paint or tape and floor safety signs to create visual cues for your team. Warehouse floor markings divide spaces, highlight hazards, outline workstations and bulk storage locations, direct traffic, and convey important safety information. Ultimately, these visual cues make it easier for employees to navigate the warehouse while helping to improve warehouse efficiency. Why is warehouse floor striping essential? Here are some key reasons why many warehouses use industrial floor markings: Warehouse Organization – Any increase in warehouse organization will reduce wasted time and energy. For example, bulk storage floor markings—where certain equipment, supplies, pallets or raw goods are stored—should be paired with overhead barcode signs for efficient tracking and management of these items. Lean and 5S Methodologies – Proper floor markings can help warehouses more effectively follow lean or 5S standard s. Properly striped floors improve warehouse safety, keep warehouse bulk storage items neatly organized and ensure that space is used efficiently. Traffic Direction – Warehouse floor tape is often used to promote forklift safety by letting operators know where they should be driving, in which directions, and at what speed. Tape […]