Warehousing North West: New Yard Canopy Installed at Pace's Irlam Hub
Greg Thurston
What the Canopy Means for Our Customers
Pallets protected from the weather
A pallet that arrives at its destination with soaked packaging, damp cartons or water-damaged labels is a problem for everyone. It can lead to rejected deliveries, damaged stock, claims and unhappy end customers. The new canopy gives us a large, covered area where pallets can be handled, staged and transferred without being exposed to rain or snow.
That means your goods leave our Irlam hub in the same condition they arrived in, regardless of the weather outside
Safer operations in the yard
Wet and icy yards are slower and more hazardous for everyone working in them. Forklift operators, drivers and warehouse staff all benefit from a dry, sheltered working area with better footing and clearer visibility. A safer yard is a more efficient yard, and a more efficient yard means fewer delays for customers.
Safety has always been central to how we operate, and the canopy is a practical, visible commitment to protecting both our people and the goods they handle.
Consistent service all year round
Winter is often when logistics performance slips across the industry. Bad weather slows loading, increases handling time and raises the risk of damage. By bringing more of our yard operations under cover, we reduce the impact of the seasons on our service. Whether it is a bright day in July or a sleet-filled morning in January, customers can expect the same standard of handling.
Part of a Bigger Picture
The canopy is not a standalone project. It is the latest step in a period of sustained growth and investment at Pace Logistics.
Over recent months we have:
Invested in our new Irlam hub to expand capacity and improve our reach across the North West
Added 10 more trucks to our fleet to increase capacity and flexibility
Grown our team, bringing on new staff to support rising demand
Each of these investments has the same goal: giving our customers a better, more reliable service. The canopy at Irlam ties them together by making sure that the extra capacity we have added is matched by the right infrastructure to handle goods properly.
More Than Pallet Distribution
As a pallet distribution network, moving palletised goods efficiently is at the heart of what we do. But our customers increasingly rely on us for a wider range of services, including:
Warehousing for short and long-term storage needs
Pallet distribution across the UK through our network
ADR distribution for dangerous goods, handled by trained and certified staff
Full load distribution for customers moving larger volumes
A well-equipped hub supports every one of these services. Better yard facilities mean faster turnaround, safer handling and more confidence for customers who need their goods stored and delivered without compromise.
Why Irlam?
Irlam sits in a strong position for serving businesses across Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire and Merseyside. Its proximity to the major motorway network allows us to reach customers quickly and connect efficiently into national distribution routes.
For businesses looking for warehousing in the North West, that combination of location, capacity and now covered yard operations makes the Irlam hub a compelling option.
Looking Ahead
The canopy installation is progressing well, and we look forward to having it fully operational soon. Once complete, it will become a central part of daily operations at Irlam, supporting our team and protecting customer goods for years to come.
We would like to thank our customers for their continued trust and support. Your business is what makes investments like this possible, and every improvement we make is designed with you in mind.
Onwards and upwards.
Talk to Us About Warehousing and Distribution
Looking for a reliable warehousing and pallet distribution partner in the North West? Get in touch with the Pace Logistics team today to find out how our Irlam hub can support your business.
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