Most racking systems require a minimum eave height of 8m for efficient vertical storage. High-bay warehouses run 12–18m and support automated storage systems. Confirm the clear height under beams, not just the ridge height, before committing.
Dock-leveller bays allow lorries to back flush with the floor for direct pallet transfer — the standard for high-throughput distribution. Drive-in ramps suit smaller operations or ground-level delivery. For buying, confirm the number of bays against your peak inbound/outbound volume.
Warehouses with conveyor systems, refrigeration, or EV charging infrastructure need 200A or above. Standard storage and light picking operations typically run on 100–150A. Upgrading TNB supply post-tenancy is possible but takes 3–12 months and carries a capital contribution cost.
Proximity to Port Klang, KLIA, or major highways (NKVE, ELITE, SKVE) directly affects your last-mile and inter-hub logistics costs. Bukit Raja, Shah Alam Sections 23–27, and Klang's North Port corridor are Malaysia's primary warehouse clusters for a reason.
Warehouse rental rates across Malaysia generally range from RM 1.20 to RM 2.80 per sqft per month, depending on specification, age, and proximity to highway interchanges. High-spec logistics facilities with dock levellers and 200A+ power command the upper end of the range.
A common rule of thumb is one dock bay per 1,500–2,000 sqft of floor space for distribution operations. E-commerce fulfilment tends to need more bays per sqft due to higher parcel volume. Always model your peak daily inbound and outbound movements before deciding.
Verify the actual clear height under beams (not the ridge), the TNB incoming supply on the meter, floor loading capacity (look for any visible cracking or patch repairs on the slab), drainage capacity inside and outside, and whether the loading apron can accommodate your longest vehicle.
Last updated: June 2026