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t Smart-Space, we see first- hand the impact that covered loading bays and industrial canopies have on day-to-day operations. Every winter, our enquiries increase as businesses look to protect


their teams, safeguard products and maintain productivity, whatever the weather decides to do. Here’s a breakdown of some of the key


reasons why such a simple structure makes all the difference.


BRING DELIVERIES UNDER COVER – INBOUND AND OUTBOUND  of incoming goods and outgoing orders. As delivery times can be unpredictable, having a designated, weather-proof check-in area is essential. A covered canopy creates a controlled space


to receive, inspect, process and redistribute products. Whether you’re allocating items to internal departments, preparing goods for storage, or organising outbound shipments, doing it undercover keeps everything running smoothly and safely. A recent Smart-Space customer, Central


Mailing Services in Birmingham, has added two covered areas for goods in and out, leaving its main warehouse entrance area completely clear. As a leading supplier of  paper-based business relies heavily on clean,  of the CMS goods out area includes a canopy that protects its products just before transit.


PROTECT YOUR PEOPLE If there’s one thing more unpredictable than delivery schedules, it’s the great British weather. A dedicated loading or unloading bay shields your team and visiting drivers from rain, wind or extreme temperatures. The addition of a covered space at the


entrance of your main building provides a really effective buffer from the weather and can help maintain a more consistent temperature inside.


KEEP YOUR PRODUCTS IN PERFECT CONDITION No customer wants damaged packaging, wet materials, or products that have been exposed to the elements. Moisture can compromise stock quickly and cold, slippery items can introduce handling hazards. A canopy or loading bay ensures that every


stage of handling takes place in a protected environment. It’s a straightforward addition  safety risks.


SUPPORT A MORE EFFICIENT WORKFLOW  goods through their site. For some, deliveries enter at one point while outbound movements happen at the opposite side of the building. Others manage multiple stages of production and need seamless, covered access between them. Our canopies, loading bays and covered


 keep teams and goods moving safely and effortlessly. By looking at your operational


30 NOVEMBER 2025 | FACTORY&HANDLINGSOLUTIONS


 improvements you may not have considered as a result of our work for other organisations.


MAINTAIN A CLEAN AND TIDY SITE Health and safety standards are higher than ever and a clean, organised site plays a big role. Structured loading areas, protective canopies and clearly defi ned storage zones help keep everything tidy and compliant while presenting a more professional image to staff, clients and visitors. As Martin Bullimore, Head of Logistics at Avon


Freight, explains: “We have found the loading bay invaluable


for our side-loading vehicles. To operate most profi tably means to fi ll the lorries to maximum capacity safely and that is done most effectively from the side access as we can load more effi ciently. Being undercover is also a great bonus as it keeps both our stocks and people dry.”


CHOOSE FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS BUILT AROUND YOU For decades, Smart-Space has been delivering both temporary and permanent canopy and loading bay solutions. Our experience enables us to design structures that fi t your exact site layout and operational needs. Buildings can be relocated, extended, hired short-term, or purchased outright when it becomes fi nancially sensible. With no footings or foundations required,


our installations are quick, clean and easy to dismantle - ideal for anything from a few weeks to several years.


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