Warehouse Relocation & Warehouse Layout Design: Minimal Gear Case Study

How Minimal Gear Doubled Their Team & Redesigned Their Warehouse Layout | Speedrack West Case Study Moving a warehouse isn't just about relocating racks — it's a chance to rethink how your entire operation runs. Kyle Gersman, Logistics + Impact Manager at Minimal Gear (parent brand to Cnoc Outdoors and Diorite Gear), walks us through the move that came after his team doubled in size and launched new products — and how Speedrack West helped design a layout built for where the company is headed next. From maximizing rack capacity while keeping forklift aisle clearance, to navigating permits and completing the relocation in just two weeks, this is a real look at what a growing outdoor gear brand needs from a racking partner. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Who Is Minimal Gear 1:32 Growth & the Move 2:47 The Project 3:23 Why Partner with Speedrack West 4:10 How the Process Went 5:23 What the Move Made Possible 6:22 Advice for Growing Companies 6:45 Get In Touch 🏢 About Minimal Gear A certified B Corp based in Portland, Oregon, Minimal Gear is home to Cnoc Outdoors (hydration systems for backpacking and hiking) and Diorite Gear (carbon fiber trekking poles, tent poles, and stakes — made in-house in Portland). minimalgear.com 📦 What Speedrack West Delivered Custom floor plan optimized for rack density + forklift access Relocation of existing pallet racking Additional frames and beams to extend the system Support through permitting and installation, start to finish Speedrack West: Fast. Easy. Right. Useful links: https://minimalgear.com/ https://www.speedrackwest.com?utm_sou...    / @speedrackwest     / speedrackwest     / speedrack-west     / speedrackwest