Warehouse Space Planning & Custom CAD Design
Maximize your cubic storage density and optimize material handling throughput with high-precision 2D CAD layout and 3D warehouse simulations engineered for long-term scalability.
Eliminate Space Waste & Operational Bottlenecks
Poor warehouse planning leads to congested aisles, inefficient forklift routes, and costly underutilized space. Our engineering-first approach ensures every square inch works harder.
Custom-Fit Layouts
Tailored specifically around your building dimensions, column grids, ceiling clear heights, dock doors, and building infrastructure.
Equipment Compatibility
Precise aisle dimensioning calculated for your exact Material Handling Equipment (MHE)—standard sit-down, reach trucks, or VNA turrets.
Future-Proof Scalability
Modular racking configurations engineered to accommodate seasonal inventory spikes and seamless future storage expansions.
Our Design & Planning Capabilities
Comprehensive engineering deliverables tailored to your storage profile and facility limits.
2D Architectural CAD Blueprinting
Detailed dimensional floor plans showing rack column placements, row spacing, cross-aisles, staging areas, and emergency egress routes to guarantee building code compliance.
- Exact bay counts and elevation profiles
- Forklift turning radius & aisle calculations
- Building column & obstruction integration
3D Space Visualization & Volumetric Modeling
Realistic 3D isometric modeling allowing stakeholders to visually inspect warehouse clearance, vertical cube utilization, and rack frame structures prior to manufacturing.
- Clear height and sprinkler obstruction checks
- Multi-level mezzanine & catwalk 3D views
- Executive & stakeholder visual presentations
Inventory Velocity & SKU Profile Analysis
Data-driven rack system placement. Fast-moving SKUs are strategically placed near shipping docks, while high-density systems handle slow-moving or bulk inventory.
- Selective vs. High-Density (Drive-In, Push-Back) analysis
- FIFO / LIFO inventory flow alignment
- Pallet weight and load beam distribution calculations
What You Receive in Your Planning Package
When you partner with NexRack for space planning, you receive a full engineering drawing package ready for bidding, permitting, and installation execution.
Our Design & Planning Process
A proven, step-by-step engineering roadmap to transform your facility layout.
Facility Audit
Reviewing building architectural drawings, floor slab ratings, and storage goals.
SKU & Flow Analysis
Evaluating pallet dimensions, weights, forklift specs, and daily throughput.
Draft CAD Concept
Generating initial 2D CAD layout options to optimize total pallet count.
3D & Layout Refinement
Fine-tuning beam levels, upright specifications, and aisle clearances with your team.
Final Engineering Sign-Off
Delivering stamped drawing packages ready for manufacturing and permit filing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a warehouse CAD design proposal take?
For standard warehouse facilities, our engineering team delivers an initial 2D CAD layout and storage capacity proposal within 24 to 48 hours after receiving your building dimensions and storage requirements.
What information do you need from me to start the layout design?
We typically need: 1) Building architectural plans or overall length/width/clear height dimensions, 2) Pallet dimensions and maximum weight per pallet, 3) Type of forklifts currently used, and 4) Any specific dock or door locations.
Can you design around existing building columns and fire sprinkler pipes?
Yes. Our engineers map out column grids, dock door swing radii, electrical panels, and overhead sprinkler clearance heights to ensure 100% compliance with local building and fire safety codes.