Able Storage Systems

31/07/2026

Which rack is right for your warehouse?

If you need maximum accessibility and flexibility, Selective Racking is often the ideal choice.

Designed to provide direct access to every pallet, it's the most widely used storage system across Australian warehouses and distribution centres.

Ideal for operations with:
✅ A large range of SKUs
✅ Fast-moving inventory
✅ Frequent stock rotation
✅ Standard forklifts

As your business grows, Selective Racking can also be expanded or integrated with other storage solutions to maximise your available space.

Discover if Selective Pallet Racking is right for you: https://www.colby.com.au/product/selective-pallet-racking/

18/05/2026

05/05/2026

Maximise Order Picking Efficiency with Carton Live Storage.

Busy warehouses need smarter solutions, and that’s where Carton Live Storage (CLS) comes in. By using declined roller lanes, products automatically roll towards the pick face, reducing picker travel time and boosting productivity without increasing footprint.

What this means for your operation:
✅ Ideal for high-turnover, split-case picking environments
✅ Automatic stock rotation
✅ Simplified picking workflows
✅ Faster picking without sacrificing space

Want to learn more about Carton Live Storage? Click here: https://www.colby.com.au/product/carton-live-storage-cls/ #

24/03/2026

09/03/2026

Warehouse racking plays a critical role in keeping operations running safely and efficiently. But even the most robust systems can become unsafe if damage goes unnoticed.

In busy warehouse environments, pallet racking is frequently exposed to forklift traffic and heavy loads. Even minor impacts can reduce the structural integrity of racking and compromise its load capacity.

That’s why regular inspections are essential. Under the Australian Standard AS4084, industrial racking must be inspected by a qualified professional at least once every 12 months to ensure it remains safe and compliant.

Read the article below to learn:
💡 Why racking damage is more common than many businesses realise
💡 The risks of leaving damaged racking unreported
💡 What’s involved in a professional rack audit
💡 How regular inspections help maintain safe warehouse operations

Read here: https://www.colby.com.au/news/annual-rack-auditing-necessary-for-compliance-with-work-safety/

17/02/2026

In 2026, we are celebrating 60 Years of Dematic & Colby Storage Solutions in Australia and New Zealand!

Since 1966, Colby’s Australian-engineered solutions have been synonymous with quality, safety, reliability and innovation, helping businesses build stronger, safer, and more efficient operations. Over time, that proud Colby legacy has been strengthened through Dematic’s global automation expertise, creating a powerful combination of local know-how and world-class innovation.

Our 60th anniversary logo reflects this history and unity. Designed to pay homage to the iconic Colby chevrons, the logo celebrates our heritage and humble beginnings, while signaling our shared future as Dematic and Colby Storage Solutions, connected, forward-looking, and built on strong foundations.

For six decades, we have had the privilege of working alongside our customers and partners, building lasting relationships based on trust, consistency, and shared success. Your challenges have shaped our innovations, and your ambition continues to inspire what we do.

As we celebrate this milestone, we’re also looking ahead to helping customers build smarter, safer, intelligent and resilient supply chains that will support the next generation of growth across the region.

Keep an eye on our socials this year as we share some highlights of our walk down memory lane.

Here’s to 60 years of excellence, and to the next chapter ahead!