Industrial Shelving Systems and Earthquake
No matter how much technology develops in the world, no matter how much we advance our country economically and socially, the fact that we cannot change is that our country is a first-degree earthquake zone. As clear as this fact is, the fact that the effects of earthquakes are minimized with the precautions taken in this regard in the world is equally clear. As in every field, we should proceed by taking this fact into consideration in the design, installation, use and inspection of industrial shelving systems. Designs that will be made by taking into account material properties, ground parameters and earthquake load during design should be a prerequisite for the safety and security of our shelving systems during earthquakes.
Industrial shelving systems can be damaged during earthquakes and therefore cause damage to products and even occupational safety problems. Some of the precautions that can be taken in terms of earthquakes can be listed as follows:
Shelving systems to be installed in earthquake zones should be equipped with special design and durability features. In this way, damage during earthquakes can be reduced and occupational safety risks can be minimized. Here are some factors to consider for shelving systems to be installed in earthquake zones:
Sufficient Durability: Focusing on the durability of racking systems is important to minimize damage during an earthquake. Therefore, when selecting racking systems, it should be ensured that they have passed durability tests, quality materials have been used and have a strong structure.
Installation of Racking Systems: Correct installation of industrial racking systems can help reduce damage during an earthquake. The installation must be made in the right dimensions and properly. Racking systems must be firmly fixed to the walls, floor or ceiling.
Regular Maintenance and Periodic Inspection: Racking systems require regular maintenance, repair and periodic inspection of racks. Therefore, a maintenance plan should be prepared and racking systems should be regularly checked and repaired if necessary. In this regard, the Health and Safety Conditions in the Use of Work Equipment Regulation also clearly stipulates that they should be inspected AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR.
Special Design for Racking Systems: Some industrial racking systems require a special design during an earthquake. There are racking systems specially designed for facilities in earthquake zones. These systems are designed to minimize damage during an earthquake.
Earthquake Sensors: Earthquake sensors can create warning systems to alert employees by monitoring the movement of racking systems during an earthquake.
Education: It is important for employees to know what to do during an earthquake. Earthquake training can help them learn precautions designed to protect employees and facilities during an earthquake.
Seismic Rack Isolator: This system, which aims to isolate the effects of earthquake loads on racking systems in one direction during an earthquake, is mounted to the ground with the rack foot assembly.
Rack Earthquake Braces: Earthquake braces in industrial racking systems are a part of storage racks designed to provide more durability. Earthquake braces are installed on the side and back of racking systems and increase the durability of racking systems. These parts ensure that racking systems are more durable, especially during an earthquake.
What is “EARTHQUAKE BRACE”, one of the components of industrial racking systems, and what does it do?
Earthquake braces also help stabilize racking systems. Braces keep shelves in place and prevent shelves from sliding or tipping over. This ensures the safety of products stored in storage shelves and helps minimize work safety risks.
In addition, earthquake braces ensure that racking systems have a longer lifespan. Braces help racking systems last longer by balancing the load, especially when the racking system is operating under high stress.
As a result, earthquake braces are an important part of industrial racking systems and increase the durability of the racking system and ensure the safety of products.
What Does EARTHQUAKE LOAD Mean in the Design of Industrial Racking Systems?
Industrial racking systems should be designed by taking earthquake loads into account. Earthquake load refers to the dynamic load that occurs on racking systems during an earthquake. Earthquake load is a factor that must be taken into account to ensure the durability and stability of racking systems.
Seismic loads affect the design of racking systems by several factors. These may include:
Seismic load-resistant material selection: Racking systems should be made of materials that can withstand earthquake loads. Materials such as steel are resistant to earthquake loads and can be used to ensure the stability of the racking system.
Racking system design: Racking systems should be designed to withstand earthquake loads. This may include testing the racking system for strength, determining the required anchoring points for stability, and securing the racking to each other.
Earthquake sensors: Earthquake sensors can monitor earthquake loads and provide warnings about the effects on the racking system. This is important for keeping workers safe and preventing damage to the racking system.
Earthquake load testing: Racking systems should be tested to prove that they are resistant to earthquake loads. These tests can determine how the racking system behaves under earthquake loads and verify that the design is suitable for earthquake loads.
As a result, seismic load is an important factor to consider in the design of industrial racking systems. Racking systems should be made of materials resistant to seismic loads and their design should be tested to withstand seismic loads. Other measures such as earthquake sensors, rack seismic isolators, and seismic braces can be taken to ensure the durability of racking systems and the safety of workers.
