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Owner-Led Storage Solutions Across New Zealand

We're Gavin and Zach, and we stay across every project from first call to final sign-off. Gavin leads consultation and design. Zach manages installation and delivery. Both owners, both contactable, both accountable.

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Why We Started Elite Racking

We saw too many warehouse owners dealing with the same frustrations: sales reps who disappear after the deposit, surprise shutdowns during install, and compliance paperwork that never arrives.

We built Elite Racking differently. Owner-led delivery. Install options that keep your warehouse running. Full compliance documentation, every time.

How We Work

Install Your Way

We offer two paths: phased or after-hours installs to keep you operating, or full closure if that's faster and safer. We compare the trade-offs, you choose what works for your business.

Compliance Built In

Every system meets AS 4084:2023. We provide RAMS, permits, producer statements, seismic and floor checks, load signage, and certified installers.

Our Track Record

Auckland-based, we've delivered racking storage projects across New Zealand, from Christchurch to Wellington to Dunedin. Our customers mention three things most often: we listen, we deliver on time and on budget, and we're on site when it matters.

New or Certified Second-Hand

Budget tight or lead times short? We offer fully certified second-hand options, inspected and compliant with NZ standards.

Meet the Team

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Gavin Thornber, National Sales Manager

Gavin leads consultation, design, and quoting. With a sharp eye for space optimisation and a practical approach to compliance, he's helped hundreds of businesses maximise their warehouse capacity without the corporate runaround.

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Zach Thurman, Operations Manager

Zach manages supply, installation, and project delivery. With decades of construction experience, his focus is clear communication, regular updates, and on-site accountability. You'll always know where your project stands.

Our Simple Process

  1. Free site consult

  2. CAD options and quote

  3. Choose new or certified second-hand

  4. Install • stay open or a fast full closure

  5. Handover with a complete compliance pack

How We Find Your Capacity

  • Measure loads, flows, forklifts and egress

  • Model two to three options with capacity tables

  • Flag the consent path early with producer statements

  • Provide a staged plan that fits your peaks

Why Choose Elite Racking

  • Space without moving • CAD options that show real pallet counts

  • Install around live operations • zone isolation, nights and weekends when needed

  • Clear accountability • direct access to the owners

  • New or certified second-hand • meet budget and lead times while staying compliant

Assurances

  • Owner led

  • AS 4084:2023 documented

  • Phased or after hours or full closure

  • Auckland based, NZ wide

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Gavin handles consultation, CAD, and quoting. Zach manages installation and delivery. Both owners stay across your project.

  • Direct access to owners, faster decisions, and accountability at every step—without corporate delays.

  • Yes. We’re Auckland-based and deliver compliant installs nationwide.

  • Typically within days—often within hours after the site assessment.

  • Yes. We supply and certify second-hand systems to NZ standards when budgets or lead times require.

  • AS 4084:2023 design, RAMS, permits, producer statements (PS1/PS4), load signage, seismic and floor checks, and certified installers.

  • Yes. Choose phased or after-hours installs, or opt for full closure if faster and safer. We’ll compare trade-offs with you.