Just because your warehouse deals with a vast inventory of goods, it doesn't mean every pallet racking system out there is ideal for you.
Warehouse racking layouts usually depend on the kind of package handling equipment you use. As such, it's advisable to talk to your forklift provider about your racking options whenever you're setting up your warehouse. Plus, it helps to look at your internal needs and product range to make the right choice. In this post, we're going to offer a simple guide to several of the most popular
pallet racking systems for your business. Read on to learn more.
1. Selective Pallet Rack
Selective pallet rack is the most common system. This system allows your employees immediate access to every pallet position. It also offers the ease of moving pallets between isles and throughout the warehouse. It is ideal for warehouses that deal with a large variety of product / SKUs. With this system, the pallets are only one pallet position deep, so your employees won’t have to move pallets to get to another one they may need. It also allows you the flexibility of storing a variety of product with different weights and volume.
2. Push Back Racking
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push back pallet racking system is designed for high-density, multiple-product storage, and features last-in / first-out (LIFO) rotation. If you have two or more pallets of the same product / SKU, with medium turnover, this system could be right for you. The pallets are usually placed on nesting carts, which are affixed to steel rails. In this case, if you load one pallet from the front, the one immediately behind it is pushed backward by one pallet space. This system enables you to store your products as deep as two to five pallet layers and still access them from a single aisle.
3. Cantilever Rack
This is another choice for warehouse racking, and the
cantilever system is usually made of steel. This type of system consists of arms, bases, and vertical columns. They also have a cross bracing that connects one section to another. The design of this racking system is suitable for the heavy and long loads in your warehouse, such as pipes, lumber, sheet metal, and tubes. It also suits products with irregular shapes, like appliances and furniture. You can adjust the arms to allow for change in product size.
4. Drive-In Racking System
If you need a cost-effective solution for high-density storage of products and pallets, then the drive-in system could be your best option. This pallet racking system provides a first in, last out (FILO) process that stores a large number of similar products and is a great option if you have space constraints.
Drive-Thru pallet racking also allows for the first in, first out (FIFO) approach. If your products are perishable or time sensitive this system could be ideal for you. Both systems help you to manage your space and get a better overview of your stock.
Warehouse Pallet Racking - The Takeaway
Hopefully this information will be helpful to you when exploring which type of rack system is going to work best for your facility. As noted before, the type of handling equipment you use also matters. Whatever the case, be sure to
reach out to us for help if you have any question about warehouse pallet racking. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
