Relocation & Liquidation
Moving Facilities or Closing a Warehouse? We Handle the Racks.
Whether you're relocating to a new facility or winding down operations, we manage the full process (disassembly, transport coordination, reinstallation, or liquidation) and recover a percentage of your racking cost in the process.
Warehouse rack relocation is the professional disassembly, transport, and reinstallation of pallet racking systems at a new facility. Rack liquidation is the process of selling surplus or decommissioned racking for cash value recovery, typically through a dealer network or direct buyer channels.
The Challenge
Rack Relocation Is Harder Than It Looks, Until You've Done It Before
Disassembling a racking system without losing components, labeling everything to reassemble correctly, coordinating transport, and then designing a new layout for a different space is a multi-week project that goes sideways fast without the right experience. Most facilities try to manage it with internal labor and end up with missing hardware, damaged components, and a new layout that doesn't fit the new building. Improper disassembly also damages components, creating safety hazards and voiding warranties on relocation.
We've done this enough times to know where things go wrong, and how to prevent it before the first rack comes down.
What You Get
Everything Included, No Surprises
Full Disassembly & Relocation
We disassemble your existing rack system, inventory and label every component, coordinate transport to your new facility, and reinstall to a layout designed for the new space. Relocating existing systems typically costs 30–50% of new system prices, avoiding material costs, lead times, and in some cases new permitting.
Used Rack Liquidation
If you're closing a facility or downsizing, we can purchase or broker your used rack inventory. Expect 20–40% of original purchase price for good-condition equipment. Popular brands in excellent condition can fetch 50%+. We handle disassembly, buyer logistics, and payment processing. You handle nothing.
Trade-In & Upgrade Programs
Replacing your system with new equipment? We offer trade-in programs combining liquidation proceeds with new purchase discounts. One vendor, one invoice. We remove old racking while installing new systems, minimizing downtime and spreading capital costs.
How It Works
A Clear Process, Start to Finish
Site Assessment & Planning
We document your existing system (manufacturer, component counts, dimensions, condition) and assess the new facility: floor plan, ceiling height, column locations, floor conditions, and local code requirements. This analysis determines what can relocate, what needs replacement, and optimal configurations for the new space.
Engineering & Layout Design
Our engineers design the new layout using existing components, maximizing reuse while addressing deficiencies. We identify any additional components needed, prepare engineered drawings for the new installation, and obtain permits if required. Layout is confirmed before anything comes down.
Systematic Disassembly
Our crews carefully disassemble racking using proper sequencing and safety protocols, marking components for easy reassembly, inventorying all parts, inspecting components for damage requiring replacement, and staging materials for transport. Organized disassembly is the foundation of successful relocation.
Transportation & Logistics
We coordinate loading and securing components to prevent transit damage, trucking to the new location or interim storage, and unloading and staging at destination. Our logistics partners specialize in industrial equipment, ensuring safe and efficient transport across any distance.
Reinstallation or Liquidation
At the new facility, we install per engineered drawings, replace damaged components identified during disassembly, install new anchors meeting local codes, and verify plumbness, alignment, and load capacities. For liquidations, we manage buyer coordination, disassembly, removal, and payment, leaving your space broom-clean.
Scope of Work
Installations We Handle
Complete Facility Relocations
Moving entire operations to a new building requires comprehensive coordination. We relocate all racking systems, work around your operational timeline to minimize downtime, coordinate with general contractors and other trades, and handle all logistics from start to finish.
Partial Relocations & Expansions
When only a portion of racking relocates, we move select sections, reconfigure remaining racks for new workflows, integrate relocated racks with new purchases, and maintain operations in unaffected areas throughout the process.
Temporary Relocations
Building renovations or expansions may require temporary racking moves. We relocate systems to interim spaces, store components if needed, and return racks to original or new configurations after construction, maintaining operations throughout facility improvements.
Decommissioning & Site Restoration
Lease expirations and facility closures require complete racking removal and site restoration. We remove all components, grind and fill anchor holes, patch damaged concrete, and perform final cleaning. Many leases require floors returned to original condition, and we ensure compliance.
The Difference
Why Facilities Teams Choose Hammerhead
One Vendor for the Full Move
Design, disassembly, transport coordination, and reinstallation, all handled by one team. No coordinating between multiple vendors who don't communicate with each other. Many clients maintain operations at the old facility while we install at the new site, then move inventory in one weekend.
Save 30–50% vs. Buying New, or Cash Out
Relocating existing racking typically costs 30–50% of new system prices. If liquidation is the goal, expect 20–40% of original purchase price for good-condition equipment. Popular brands like Interlake, Ridg-U-Rak, and Speedrack in excellent condition can fetch 50%+. For trade-ins, liquidation proceeds apply directly toward new system discounts. Either way, your racking has more residual value than most operators realize.
Layout Confirmed Before Disassembly
We verify the system fits the new space and produce engineered drawings before anything is taken down. Discovering a layout problem after racks are already on the floor, or on a truck, is an expensive mistake we prevent.
Nationwide Capability
We coordinate relocations across state lines and nationwide. Our logistics network handles long-distance transportation, we manage permits in multiple jurisdictions, and provide single-point project management regardless of distance.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I expect from liquidation?
Liquidation value depends on manufacturer, condition, quantity, and market conditions. Expect 20–40% of original purchase price for good-condition equipment. Popular brands (Interlake, Ridg-U-Rak, Speedrack) in excellent condition may fetch 50%+. Damaged or obsolete systems bring 10–20%. We provide free valuations with no obligation.
Can you relocate racks to a smaller facility?
Yes. We redesign configurations to fit smaller footprints, using taller installations to maximize vertical space, liquidating excess components that won't fit, and optimizing layouts for efficiency in tighter quarters. Downsizing doesn't have to mean sacrificing capacity with proper design.
How long does relocation take?
Timeline varies by system size. Small installations (10–20 sections) can relocate in 1–2 weeks. Large facilities (100+ sections) may take 4–8 weeks including planning, disassembly, transport, and reinstallation. We develop detailed schedules during planning showing exact timelines and milestones.
What happens to damaged components during disassembly?
During disassembly, we identify damaged components that aren't safe for reuse. Damaged parts are set aside, replacement components sourced, and new parts installed during reinstallation. For liquidations, we clearly identify what's serviceable versus scrap, and valuations reflect actual condition.
Can you handle relocations across state lines?
Absolutely. We coordinate relocations across state lines and nationwide. Our logistics network handles long-distance transportation, we manage permits in multiple jurisdictions, and provide single-point project management regardless of distance. Distance adds transportation cost but doesn't change our proven process.
End-of-Lease & Closures
Decommissioning & Site Restoration
Complete System Removal
We remove all racking components, anchor bolts and base plates, safety accessories, and signage, leaving the space completely clear. Thorough removal meets lease return conditions and prepares the site for the next tenant or your contractor. We coordinate removal around your move-out timeline so nothing holds up your lease surrender.
Floor Repair & Restoration
Anchor removal leaves holes in concrete slabs. We grind flush any protruding anchor bolts, fill and seal anchor holes, patch damaged concrete sections, and perform final cleaning. Many commercial leases specifically require floors returned to original condition. We handle it so your security deposit is protected.
Recycling & Environmental Compliance
Proper disposal and recycling of steel components is required for most commercial lease surrenders and is the responsible thing to do. We recycle steel components maximizing recovery value, document waste streams for environmental reporting, and provide written certifications for your records. You get documentation that closure was handled correctly.
Relocations have a lot of moving parts: inventory, disassembly, transport, permitting at the new site, and a hard deadline. We treat it like any other project, with a detailed timeline and a single point of contact. That's how you keep it from becoming chaos.
Ivan Garcia
Director of Project Management, Hammerhead Warehouse Systems
Related Services
Design & Layout
Every relocation starts with a layout design for the new facility, so you know the system fits before the first rack comes down.
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Installation & PM
Our installation team handles reinstallation at the new facility with the same project management approach we apply to new systems.
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Safety Inspections
After reinstallation in the new facility, a post-move inspection confirms the system is properly anchored and meets load ratings before operations resume.
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