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Mezzanine Case Study Garber Chrysler & Garber Nissan

Mezzanine Case Study

Garber Chrysler & Garber Nissan

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Customer Details

Customer: Garber Nissan & Garber Chrylser

Location: Saginaw, MI

Application: Parts Storage

Product:  Two Mezzanines, 1 at each location

Benefits Provided:

  • Allocated new space while minimizing lateral footprint by expanding vertically.
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  • The Safety Source coordinated installation of mezzanines at both locations.

 

Garber Chrysler and Garber Nissan are mid-sized car dealerships located in Saginaw Michigan, specializing in new and used car sales, servicing, and parts sales. The dealership has been operating successfully since 1907 and has built a strong customer base due to its excellent customer service and wide range of vehicle-related services.

 

 

Overview

As Garber Chrysler and Garber Nissan expanded their service offerings, they encountered a significant challenge in managing its inventory of car parts. The dealership's parts department was confined to a single floor storage area, which quickly became overcrowded as inventory levels rose to meet the increasing demand for vehicle servicing and repairs. This overcrowding led to inefficiencies in parts retrieval, increased labor costs, and a higher risk of inventory damage. Additionally, the lack of space limited the dealership's ability to stock a wider range of parts, impacting service times and customer satisfaction.

The Safety Source Mezzanine Solution

To address these challenges, Garber contacted The Safety Source to add a mezzanine floor to each its existing parts storage areas. The objectives of this project were to:

 

  1. Increase Storage Capacity: By utilizing the vertical space within the existing storage area, the dealership aimed to double its storage capacity without the need for external storage solutions or a costly building expansion.

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  3. Improve Inventory Management: The additional space would allow for better organization of parts, quicker retrieval times, and the implementation of an improved inventory management system.

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  5. Enhance Operational Efficiency: With more space and a better organization system, the dealership expected to reduce the time technicians spent waiting for parts, thereby speeding up service and repair times.

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  7. Expand Parts Inventory: The increased storage capacity would enable the dealership to stock a wider variety of parts, reducing the need for special orders and improving customer service.

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Garber worked with The Safety Source to design a mezzanine that perfectly fit their needs. The mezzanines were designed to be sturdy enough to hold heavy parts and to comply with all local building codes and safety regulations. The construction phase lasted for two weeks, during which the dealership made temporary adjustments to its operations to minimize disruptions.

 

Garber Chrysler 39'x29x8' Mezzanine

Garber Nissan 29'x22'x8' Mezzanine


The Result

The addition of the mezzanine floor significantly impacted the parts department and overall operations:

 

  • Increased Storage Space: The dealership effectively doubled its storage capacity, enabling it to organize parts inventory more efficiently.

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  • Improved Service Times: With quicker parts retrieval and a broader inventory, service and repair times were reduced by an average of 15%, leading to higher customer satisfaction.

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  • Cost Savings: Despite the initial investment, the dealership saw a reduction in operational costs due to decreased need for external storage and reduced labor costs associated with parts retrieval.

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  • Revenue Growth: The ability to stock more parts and reduce service times led to an increase in revenue from parts sales and servicing.

"We would recommend anyone looking for a mezzanine solution for their business contact The Safety Source, we are very happy with our additional storage space"

-J.M. General Manager

Our Process

- Step 1 -

Discovery

The Safety Source will work with you to figure out the best solution for your pain points.

- Step 2 -

Design

Based on your requirements, the Safety Source will design a mezzanine structure that will fit your needs.

- Step 3 -

Installation

Our mezzanine experts will install the mezzanine structure according to the agreed upon design specifications.


Services We Provide

The Safety Source is here to help your business expand and optimize its floorspace; here are some of the services we provide:

 

General Storage

Equipment Platform

Industrial Catwalk

Inplant Office


Parts Inventory

Auto Parts

Exhibition Platform

Retail Store


Success Stories

The team at The Safety Source sat down and looked at our current space and provided an out of the box solution - a two story mezzanine with a inplant office installed on the 2nd floor. This solution was not only cost effective it was designed and installed on time and on budget. Thanks for being a vendor we can rely on.

 

Facility Manager

Magna Seating Detroit

 

 

We have been contracting The Safety Source to manage our MRO supplies with their state of the art vending software we have seen on average $6,000 per month savings! They also perform pallet racking repairs and installation. Guard rails, dock safety and LED lighting retrofits. Their team has always accommodated our busy production schedule and provided the best value.

 

C&I Manager

Detroit Manufacturing Systems

 

 


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FAQs

How does the process of a mezzanine floor installation begin?

Once our project proposal is approved, we begin the production and delivery of the building materials. Typically, this takes 10-15 weeks. When all the building materials are delivered, our trained installers will begin construction while keeping disruptions to your regular business functions to a minimum. Every business varies, and we’ll work our installation around you the best we can.

 

How Long Does it Take You to Build a Mezzanine Floor?

No mezzanines are the same; some take days, while others take over a week or more. The time it takes will vary depending on the size and complexity of your mezzanine.

 

How disruptive is a mezzanine floor installation?

Our team understands that keeping your business running is important; that is why we work efficiently and keep disruptions to a bare minimum.

 

How much does a warehouse mezzanine cost?

Mezzanine cost varies by size and complexity. For an accurate price estimate, fill out our form or give us a call today.

 

Will there be A project manager overseeing the installation process?

Yes, there will be a project manager overseeing the entire installation process.

 

Will my completed mezzanine floor be inspected?

Yes, mezzanines are inspected to ensure they meet local building codes.

 

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