Rack: Frazier

In 1949 FRAZIER made a commitment to structural steel in all its products! Even though at the time the cost was higher than inferior roll-formed products, the advantages in strength, and durability outweighed the cost difference.

FRAZIER became the leader in structural steel storage racks. With the introduction of lighter steel sections, FRAZIER was able to reduce the cost of their systems without reducing the abuse resistance of the material. Additionally, the combination of FRAZIER manufacturing improvement methods and the setting up of nationwide supply sources, further reduced the cost of structural rack. Today, structural rack is as economical as roll-formed rack.

FRAZIER was the first company to implement project management teams to insure that projects are completed on time and within budget. Our "Flex Manufacturing System" and 11 strategically located manufacturing plants allow us to expand production where needed, overcome unforeseen problems and handle any and all changes. And our network of U.S. and Canadian "mini-mills" means "J-I-T" delivery of raw material when and where needed. Our roll-formed competitors can't touch that kind of efficiency, flexibility and capacity.

Frazier Firsts:

• 1950 - First commercial Drive-I rack system
• 1954 - First Rack Supported Building
• 1957 - First locking boltless structural rack
• 1962 - First "Push-Back" rack system design
• 1965 - Design of the Klamp-Fast Cantilever System
• 1968 - First high-rise AS/RS storage system
• 1986 - First Design Build
• 1996 - First satellite fork truck attachment to create a deep reach storage system First company able to offer a 2-year warranty against fork lift damage.

Other achievements:

• Frazier Engineering: A dedicated staff of expert engineers are aided by the latest technology in auto-cad, cutting edge design techniques and full knowledge of the latest state-of-the-art system and construction developments.
• System Integration: Due to FRAZIER's experience in rack-supported construction, no one can match our ability to integrate the storage system with flooring, fire protection, lighting, heating, ventilation and the design of the optimum material handling system.
• Frazier Quality: No matter what type of installation or construction isbeing done; no matter the size or location; FRAZIER'S QUALITY ASSURANCE program is second to none.
• Frazier Experience: No one in the industry can match Frazier's track record for the successful installation of structural steel rack systems and rack-supported structures.
• Strategic Manufacturing Infrastructure: Essential to the successful, efficient completion of any project is the ability to manufacture and deliver the necessary components on site. FRAZIER's "Flex Fabrication System"; our strategically located network of fabrication facilities, ensures the right amount of product to every site, when and where it is needed.
• Project Management: All Frazier projects are manned by a team of expert managers who work closely with the customer, the material handling system provider, the site experts, local officials and all others to ensure the successful, timely and on-budget completion of every project. Where size dictates, a Project Manager will be aided by a Project Engineer, a Detailer and a Field Superintendent.

For more information see www.frazier.com