Pallet Rack

Overview

Pallet Racks are a type of shelving system designed for the efficient storage of palletized goods. They typically feature horizontal beams and vertical upright frames, creating a framework for the storage of items on pallets. These racks are known for their durability and versatility in warehouse and industrial storage applications. A pallet rack storage system is engineered with a modular and robust design. The system employs a selective rack configuration, allowing for direct access to each palletized load. Vertical uprights, composed of high-strength steel, provide structural support, while horizontal beams facilitate the creation of multiple customizable height shelf levels for pallet placement. The vertical beams are punched every 2 inches to allow flexibility when designing how much space in between the horizontal shelf levels you want. Beam connectors and safety features are integrated, ensuring stability and load-bearing capacity within specified limits. The system is engineered for ease of installation, with bolted connections and minimal hardware requirements.

Pallet Racks are a type of shelving system designed for the efficient storage of palletized goods. They typically feature horizontal beams and vertical upright frames, creating a framework for the storage of items on pallets. These racks are known for their durability and versatility in warehouse and industrial storage applications. A pallet rack storage system is engineered with a modular and robust design. The system employs a selective rack configuration, allowing for direct access to each palletized load. Vertical uprights, composed of high-strength steel, provide structural support, while horizontal beams facilitate the creation of multiple customizable height shelf levels for pallet placement. The vertical beams are punched every 2 inches to allow flexibility when designing how much space in between the horizontal shelf levels you want. Beam connectors and safety features are integrated, ensuring stability and load-bearing capacity within specified limits. The system is engineered for ease of installation, with bolted connections and minimal hardware requirements.

Applications

  • General Applications:
    • Pallet Racks are widely used in industries like warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, and retail. They provide efficient storage solutions for large quantities of goods, allowing easy access and organization of inventory.

 

  • Possible Storage Types:
    • Pallet Racks are versatile and can store various types of goods on pallets, including boxes, cartons, containers, and other standardized load units. They are commonly used for storing products in a wide range of industries, from retail inventory to manufacturing storage.
  • General Applications:
    • Pallet Racks are widely used in industries like warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, and retail. They provide efficient storage solutions for large quantities of goods, allowing easy access and organization of inventory.

 

  • Possible Storage Types:
    • Pallet Racks are versatile and can store various types of goods on pallets, including boxes, cartons, containers, and other standardized load units. They are commonly used for storing products in a wide range of industries, from retail inventory to manufacturing storage.

Technical Data

  • Standard Features:
    • Upright Frame: The upright frame is a vertical component of a pallet rack shelving system, providing structural support by featuring 2 columns welded to alternating-direction diagonal struts for increased capacity.
    • Wire Decking: Wire decking is a common shelving surface made of wire mesh, allowing for improved visibility and ventilation in pallet rack systems, suitable for various storage applications along the face of each level between adjacent crossbeams.
    • Adjustable Shelving Height: Pallet rack systems enable customizable vertical spacing between levels to accommodate diverse load sizes and optimize storage space using eardrop-style perforations in two-inch intervals on the upright columns for adjustable beam placement.
    • Variable Size Crossbeams: Crossbeams are horizontal components connecting upright frames, and their variable length options cater to different storage requirements, providing flexibility in configuration.
    • Starter Section: The starter section is the initial unit of a pallet rack system, comprising of 2 upright frames, crossbeams, and components necessary for independent setup. Additional sections get added along the side of the upright for the desired amount of horizontal storage space.
    • Footplates: Footplates are base components that provide stability and support to the upright frames of pallet racks. They are bolted to the ground to ensure the overall integrity and safety of the unit structure.

Shelving Materials:
  • These racks are constructed from steel beams, ensuring strength and durability. The steel beams are designed to securely hold heavy loads by allowing the teardrop locking mechanism technology of the cross beams to securely fasten into the frames, locking them into place.

Capacity Range:
  • Pallet Racks range in various weight capacity limits, catering to different storage needs. Capacities can range from a few thousand pounds per shelf level to over forty thousand pounds, making them suitable for storing a wide range of goods, from lightweight products to heavy industrial materials. (See the Technical Brochure below for details)

  • Row Spacer: A row spacer is designed to maintain uniform spacing between rows, promoting structural stability and allowing forklifts to navigate efficiently.
  • Reel Holder: The reel holder is an accessory designed for the organized storage of cylindrical items, such as cable reels, within a pallet rack system, preventing displacement and enhancing accessibility.
  • Heavy-Duty Base Plates: Heavy-duty base plates are more robust and larger base plates, at the bottom of upright frames that provide additional support, distributing weight evenly and reinforcing the structural integrity of the pallet rack system.
  • Front-to-Back Support: Front-to-back support is a feature that reinforces the stability of pallet rack systems by connecting the front and back columns of adjacent frames, preventing swaying and ensuring the overall integrity of the structure.
  • External Upright Column Protector: An external upright column protector is a protective accessory attached to the outside of upright frames, safeguarding them from potential impact damage caused by forklifts or other equipment.
  • Drum Bed Cradle: The drum bed cradle is a specialized accessory that provides secure storage for drums within pallet rack systems, preventing rolling or displacement and facilitating the safe handling of drum-contained materials.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

To determine the right pallet rack system, consider factors such as the type of items you are storing, their weight and dimensions, available space, and accessibility requirements. Conduct a thorough assessment of your storage needs and our sales associates will guide you in selecting the most suitable pallet rack system for optimal storage efficiency and effectiveness.
Wire decking offers several advantages, including improved visibility, allowing for better inventory management, enhanced ventilation to prevent dust accumulation, and increased safety by preventing items from falling through the shelves. It also contributes to fire safety by allowing water from sprinklers to reach lower levels.
Yes, many pallet rack systems are designed for flexibility and can be easily modified or expanded. Additional shelves can often be added, and existing shelves can be adjusted to accommodate changing storage requirements. It’s advisable to consult with the rack manufacturer or a professional installer to ensure modifications comply with safety standards.
Essential safety features include load capacity labels to ensure proper weight distribution, regular inspections to identify and address any damage or wear, and the use of accessories like external column protectors and heavy-duty base plates. Following manufacturer guidelines and industry safety standards is crucial to maintaining a secure pallet rack system. Additionally, the beams use a plunger style bracing mechanism to securely latch the beams safely and easily to the upright posts.
Maximize storage efficiency by organizing items based on size and frequency of use, ensuring proper weight distribution across shelves, utilizing adjustable features to accommodate varying load sizes, and regularly reviewing and optimizing the system layout. Additionally, implementing efficient picking and inventory management processes will contribute to overall storage efficiency.

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