Planning a warehouse fit-out begins with a fundamental question: how much space do you really need?
Getting this right early can save thousands in lease costs and help you design a space that can scale as your operations grow.
That’s why we’ve created our Warehouse Size Calculator, a free, easy-to-use tool that gives you an immediate warehouse size estimate based on your pallet and packing needs. Just enter a few details, and your results are sent straight to your inbox.
Use the Calculator to Accurately Plan your Warehouse
Before you consider shelving systems or layout design, understanding your warehouse capacity requirements is essential.
Too much unused space increases the cost of warehouse space and ongoing lease expenses. Too little space restricts operations, slows productivity, and risks safety compliance.
A well-planned warehouse layout means you can:
- Improve warehouse efficiency and reduce costs by optimising every cubic metre.
- Compare lease options effectively, based on the footprint your operation actually requires.
- Plan for staged racking fit-outs, installing only what you need now with room to grow later.
How to Calculate Warehouse Storage Capacity
Our Warehouse Size Calculator helps you estimate what size warehouse you’ll need, based on warehouse height and floorspace.
The calculator is based on real-world warehouse layouts; it uses aisle-efficient forklifts and standard pallet dimensions (1200W x 1000D) to provide a reliable starting point for warehouse planning.
Use the Warehouse Size Calculator to:
- Calculate your storage capacity accurately
- See how warehouse height affects your footprint
- Get your personalised report instantly via email
Then, when you’re ready to move from planning to design, talk to our team about warehouse shelving and pallet racking options across New Zealand.
Strategic Warehouse Planning Starts Here. Try the Warehouse Size Calculator
Ready to Design Your Layout?
At Shelving Depot, we also provide custom capacity drawings at no cost. These drawings help you test different layouts, support due diligence, and simplify site selection, giving you even more confidence before you commit to a space.
Strategic warehouse planning starts here.
Whether you’re expanding, relocating, or building a new site, the right data helps you make confident, cost-effective decisions.