SEMA Services
SEMA Services
Since the Storage Equipment Manufacturers’ Association was first launched in 1968, SEMA has forged its reputation for excellence to become the leading voice on safe storage practices. Today, SEMA Members, committees and training initiatives, combine their knowledge and expertise to form the leading voice on racking solutions. SEMA’s mission is to promote the safe design, installation, and use of storage equipment manufactured and supplied by our members
The work of our Technical Committee is well renowned, providing definitive technical guidance, Codes of Practice, and other publications. Leadership continues at National and European levels through membership of the British Materials Handling Federation (BMHF) and the European Materials Handling Federation (FEM). SEMA is the UK National Committee Member of one of FEM’s seven product groups; Racking and Shelving.
A well-designed racking system built and installed to SEMA Codes of Practice, used safely by the workforce and maintained correctly, can deliver a robust return on investment over many years.
SEMA Members are the backbone of SEMA. They comprise SEMA Approved Manufacturer - Full Members, SEMA Associate Members, SEMA Approved Members, and SEMA Approved Members – Advanced. The groups interrelate and combine their knowledge to provide the industry with racking solutions that uphold the highest standards. They are in the ideal position to advise business owners on safety risks and other essential requirements.
SEMA knows that training is central to best practice, and we’re a leading training body for the UK storage industry. Our Rack Safety Awareness course will provide your employees with the knowledge they need to identify damage to your racking. We can also prepare a member of your team in their role when conducting weekly inspections, as required by HSE.
Safety at the point of racking installation is essential for upholding the safety of the equipment. SEMA led the industry by setting up the Storage Equipment Installers Registration Scheme (SEIRS), which instructs racking installers on safe and correct installation methods.
SEMA advocates a rigorous approach to rack inspection, maintenance and repair through a regime of (typically) daily, weekly and annual inspections. SEMA Approved Rack Inspectors (SARI) are highly qualified professionals who complete the SEMA circle of quality by undertaking rack inspections at end-users' premises.
KNOWLEDGE HUB
Looking for guidance on your storage equipment? Head over to our Knowledge Hub where we provide an insight into warehouse systems, industry requirements, best practice measures and how to improve safety standards.
