To support a versatile 3PL operation in Arizona, WPSS engineered a massive 3-Level RiveTier Multilevel System. Featuring over 1,485 shelving units and an IBC-compliant stair tower, this solution leveraged Boltless Assembly to create a high-capacity, adaptable storage environment capable of supporting 24,000 lbs per bay.
The Challenge: Versatility on a Grand Scale
An Arizona-based third-party logistics (3PL) company with decades of experience needed to overhaul its warehouse. Their business model focused heavily on inventory management for a diverse range of clients, meaning their storage needs fluctuated constantly.
Key Requirements:
- Scalability: The system had to be massive to support their sizable operation.
- Adaptability: They needed shelving that could be easily adjusted to accommodate different SKU sizes and client requirements.
- Vertical Utilization: The warehouse had ample overhead space that was currently underutilized.
The 3PL needed a partner who could engineer a solution that was robust enough for heavy loads but flexible enough for dynamic inventory.
The Solution: 3-Level RiveTier Multilevel System
Western Pacific Storage Solutions (WPSS) accepted the challenge, utilizing the RiveTier Boltless Shelving system to create a custom-engineered Multilevel System.
Pushing the Limits of RiveTier
While RiveTier is known for its durability, it is not typically associated with massive multi-level structures. However, WPSS engineers leveraged RiveTier’s unique capabilities—long spans, low profiles, and Boltless Assembly—to design a masterpiece of industrial storage.
- Massive Scale: The system includes 1,485 shelving units arranged into 66 three-level shelving bays.
- Structural Integrity: Using Z-beams for added support, the system achieves a high load capacity of up to 24,000 pounds per bay while maintaining a low profile for maximum clearance.
- IBC-Compliant Access: To ensure safe and code-compliant access to the upper levels, WPSS integrated a freestanding IBC-compliant stair tower with switchbacks—a feature typically reserved for heavier structural systems.
Results: A Pioneering Achievement in Storage
The project was a resounding success, providing the 3PL with the versatile infrastructure needed to serve their clients effectively.
| Outcome | Benefit to Client |
| Maximum Versatility | Boltless Assembly allows for quick, tool-free shelf adjustments, enabling the 3PL to adapt instantly to changing client inventory. |
| High Capacity | The engineered design supports massive weight loads, ensuring durability for heavy products. |
| Vertical Optimization | By building up three levels, the system tripled the usable storage area without expanding the building’s footprint. |
| Innovation | The integration of IBC-compliant stairs and a pick module within a RiveTier system demonstrated a new level of flexibility for boltless shelving applications. |
By rethinking the possibilities of RiveTier, WPSS delivered a cost-effective, high-performance solution that empowers this 3PL to meet the diverse needs of its customers. Ready to work on your next project? Big or small, WPSS has experts ready to assist! We provide layout guidance, spec sheets, and recommend best-practice clearances to ensure an efficient and space saving design. Contact us today for a quote.