Warehouse inspections in accordance with EN 15 635

Do I need to have my warehouse racking inspected? The answer is yes!

Inspecting warehouse racking is important for the safety and efficiency of your warehouse. At MDO Group, we inspect according to European standards to prevent accidents, damage to goods, and unnecessary costs. Our experts check for wear, damage, and stability, ensuring your racking is always in top condition.

Choose peace of mind and schedule an inspection with MDO Group today.

Points of Attention During a Warehouse Inspection

The visual inspection is always carried out from the ground, unless there are indications for a more extensive inspection at full height. This must always be done using a safe access method (lift, scaffolding, ladder, etc.). Climbing on the warehouse racking or uprights is never permitted.

The following items are checked:

Visual inspection for deformation of the uprights, beams, diagonals, braces, shelves, arms, etc., according to the classification system
Overloading and uneven loading according to the classification system
Collision damage
Vertical alignment of the uprights
Condition of baseplates and anchors
Condition of the warehouse floor
Presence of locking pins in the uprights/beams
Condition of the collision protection
Condition of the welds
Presence of a load sign with correct information

A Warehouse in Top Condition

For the safety and condition of your warehouse racking, it is essential that they are regularly inspected. At MDO Group, you can rely on certified inspectors who will clearly map everything out for you.

During our inspection, we maintain an inspection report where you can find all details, such as the location of the defect, a picture, and the type of defect.

We understand better than anyone how important a safe warehouse is, both for your staff and your goods. With MDO Group, you are assured of a warehouse that meets all safety standards.

MDO Group ensures that your racks remain in top condition. Our experts quickly arrive on site to identify defects and immediately work with you to find solutions.

Calculation of Load Signs

MDO Group can carry out all measurements and calculations to determine the maximum load capacity of your racks. We then develop and attach any missing load signs to your racks.

All load-bearing structures and components deform under load to a certain extent. Elastic deformation increases as the load increases. When the load is removed, the original shape is regained. If this does not happen, it indicates an overload, which should be checked to assess necessary repairs.

To prevent such overloading, it is important to know how many kilograms your warehouse racks can carry. According to EN 15 635, it is mandatory to equip each row with a load sign that includes the following information:

Information about the supplier
Various safety signs and signals
Brief explanation of the information on the sign
Beam length & height of the first beam level
Maximum compartment load per beam level
Maximum section load of the bay
Space for an inspection sticker with the inspection date

Handy App for All Your Damages

Damage to your racks? Our inspectors record it for you via our custom-developed mobile application. The inspection app offers many benefits for the efficiency, safety, and quality of your warehouse. With this app, you easily get an overview of the specific parts of your storage systems, and an action is assigned to each defect to resolve it as quickly as possible.

This app generates the following documents:

Inspection report with photos and recommendations
Overview of all defects with a colour code (red, orange, or green)
List of all defective parts with dimensions, brand, and type
Type of defect or action (replace, repair, missing, etc.)