Storage racking – NEN-EN 15635, NPR 5055-1

With professional warehouse racking risk assessment, storage systems stay structurally sound and operations run without disruption. Control Union inspects structural integrity, load capacity, safety features and compliance, keeping warehouse facilities protected against undetected failures. Facility managers gain verified assurance that racking poses no risk to personnel or inventory.

    Compliance and safety with storage racking

    Control Union operates as independent warehouse racking specialists, with no ties to insurers or maintenance contractors, ensuring fully objective inspections.

    All assessments follow NEN-EN 15635 and NPR 5055-1, so organisations meet recognised structural safety standards without extra verification steps and producing audit‑ready results that meet the strict expectations of regulators and insurers alike.

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    Operational assurance for storage racking

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    Meet Arbo requirements without added effort

    Storage racking inspections align directly with Arbo regulations, removing the need for organisations to build in-house inspection expertise or track evolving requirements independently.

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    Results that withstand regulatory checks

    Clients rely on honest, verifiable findings. Independent inspection reports hold up under external audits and regulatory scrutiny, strengthening an organisation’s compliance position.

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    Local presence with a global network

    A strong presence in key logistics hubs, combined with a worldwide network, means certified inspectors can reach warehouse locations quickly and consistently.

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    Flexible scheduling and full asset management

    Urgent jobs, weekend inspections and complete asset management through a digital portal allow organisations to plan inspections without halting warehouse operations.

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    Certified, multi-skilled inspectors

    Control Union deploys multi-skilled, certified experts and recognised inspection masters who cover multiple disciplines, reducing the need for separate specialist appointments.

    How we work

    Toward control, insight, and certainty

    The strength lies in the combination of inspection expertise, advanced data systems, and global practical experience.

    Checklist inspection

    Inspectors follow a standardised checklist covering structural integrity, load capacity and safety features, so no critical element is overlooked.

    Structural assessment

    Evaluate beams, uprights, connectors and bracing on site, identifying any condition that could compromise rack stability.

    Digital reporting

    Prepare a tablet‑based digital inspection report, with findings compiled efficiently during the visit and issued promptly once verification is complete.

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    Compliance and safety

    Certified inspection staff, digital reporting and structured planning help keep warehouse racking compliant while minimising operational disruption.

    • Certified experts receive continuous training and recertification, keeping inspection quality consistent across every location and cycle.

    • Tablet-based inspection supports efficient, consistent reporting, helping warehouse operations continue with minimal disruption.

    • Control Union manages inventory setup, certificate administration and scheduling to prevent operational downtime during inspections.

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    Detecting early racking safety signs such as damage, wear and corrosion prevents small defects from escalating into structural failures that halt warehouse operations.
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    Proof to your promise

    Frequently asked questions

    Control Union inspects selective pallet racks, drive-in racks, push-back racks and other warehouse racking systems. The scope covers all standard configurations found in industrial storage facilities.

    Inspection reports are typically delivered shortly after site visits, with tablet-based digital reporting reducing processing time compared to paper methods.

    Reports detail all findings, including identified deficiencies and areas requiring attention, along with prioritised recommendations for corrective actions.

    Smart procurement & advice

    Independent advice and procurement of lifting, hoisting, fall protection and work equipment, aligned with operational needs, technical requirements, asset management strategies and applicable standards.

    This approach helps organisations select the right equipment with greater control over safety, compliance, availability and cost.

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    Control Union drives global trade forward. As an international and independent partner, we support traders, producers, brands, and logistics service providers in managing risk and safeguarding quality at every step of the supply chain.

    From raw material to final product, from processes and systems to installations, we provide insight, assurance, and trust in every link of the chain. We do this through inspections and audits, certification and verification, laboratory analyses, and pest management.

    Our global network of experts are embedded in international supply chains across dozens of sectors, including agriculture, food & feed, energy & biofuels, forestry, construction & infrastructure, textiles, maritime, and on- and offshore.

    Together, we build future-proof supply chains and confidence in global trade!

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