Earthquake-Resistant Storage Solutions

If your warehouse operates in a seismic zone, you need more than standard storage automation. Kardex provides engineered earthquake-resistant solutions designed to protect your people, safeguard your inventory, and keep your operations running.

Kardex automated storage and retrieval systems can be configured with seismic-resistant, moment-resisting reinforcements when installed in earthquake-prone regions.

These enhancements distribute seismic forces and absorb energy during ground movement. Robust wall bracing and floor anchoring secure the system structure, while guided mobile components are designed to adapt to seismic activity, reducing the risk of structural failure.

Features & Benefits

  • Safety

    Protecting the lives of operators and visitors is a priority in earthquake-resistant designs

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    Operational Continuity

    After an earthquake, business operations can resume quickly, reducing downtime

  • Minimized Damage

    Reduced structural and material damage means preserving the building and its contents

Safety

Protecting the lives of operators and visitors is a priority in earthquake-resistant designs

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Operational Continuity

After an earthquake, business operations can resume quickly, reducing downtime

Minimized Damage

Reduced structural and material damage means preserving the building and its contents

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Engineered for Regional Seismic Standards

Kardex develops earthquake-resistant configurations in line with recognized seismic standards, including Eurocode 8, and adapts them to meet local building regulations worldwide.

Our flexible design can accommodate various seismic risk zones, allowing us to cater to your specific needs worldwide.

Our seismic experts evaluate site-specific parameters such as peak ground acceleration and regional code requirements to define the appropriate reinforcement level for your installation. Each project is reviewed individually to ensure structural integrity, regulatory compliance, and reliable long-term performance.

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Documentation & Compliance Support

Upon request, Kardex provides project-specific structural calculations and documentation to support approval procedures, insurance requirements, and compliance verification. 

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Fast Timelines for Standard Configurations

For standard configurations, our experts provide technical feedback within a short and predictable timeframe, enabling faster planning and decision-making.

The standard earthquake-resistant configurations include Kardex Shuttle Vertical Lift Modules up to 15 meters in height and designed for peak ground accelerations up to 0.5g in accordance with Eurocode 8, as well as Kardex Megamat Vertical Carousel Modules in standard dimensions. 

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Partner with a Proven Seismic Solution Provider

Recognising the importance of safeguarding operations in seismic-prone areas, Kardex offers earthquake-safe automated warehouse solutions designed to protect both inventory and infrastructure during seismic events. Our systems ensure continued functionality and safety, even in the event of ground motion, providing peace of mind for organisations operating in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, chemicals, and electronics.

Our earthquake-safe automated solutions include a range of features and benefits tailored to the unique needs of various industries. Key highlights include:

Seismic-Resistant Design: Kardex systems are engineered with moment-resisting frames and reinforcements that effectively distribute seismic forces, preventing collapse and ensuring structural integrity during earthquakes.

Energy Absorption Technology: Our storage systems are designed to absorb and dissipate seismic energy, reducing the impact on critical components and maintaining operational efficiency.

Bracing and Anchoring: Robust bracing and anchoring mechanisms secure racks and shelving units, preventing them from toppling or shifting during seismic activity.

Adaptive Mobility: Mobile shelving units and pallets are designed to move along tracks, allowing them to adjust to ground movement without damage, ensuring continued access to stored goods.

Resilient System Components: Critical system components are reinforced and protected from extreme environmental conditions, ensuring long-lasting performance even in the most challenging circumstances.

With Kardex’s earthquake-safe automated warehouse solutions, businesses can maintain operational resilience while safeguarding inventory and personnel in seismic zones.

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