Clumsy forklifts, unevenly distributed loads, and overweighted bays can all cause damage to your new or used pallet racking, whether over time or in an instant. Should you see noticeable signs of damage, consider the integrity of the pallet rack system compromised; and the damaged components must be replaced or repaired.

This will avoid further damage or even a collapse of your pallet racking system, which could cause at worst severe injury or death, at best a loss of product and the destruction.

Unless you have personnel experienced in repairing pallet rack systems, replacing upright and beams is not something you should try on your own; it is much better left to the experts. The best course of action, in this case, is to call on a professional.

Not only will a professional in pallet rack repair get the job done correctly, and safely, but their experienced eyes may unearth many other flaws that would have otherwise gone unnoticed, saving you from significant expenses and disruptions to your business down the road.

The first and most important step in the repair process is performing a thorough examination of the pallet rack system for any damage.

Pallet racking is the sum of many parts, consisting of uprights, beams and wire deck shelving, joined by a multitude of braces, plates, and spacers. Each of these components and their connecting parts needs to be inspected individually, while the system is holistically surveyed for tilt and load capacity conformity.

After the inspection is complete, a repair plan can be drafted and a price quote provided.

When the time comes for the actual repair, lift systems are used to secure the racking so that each bay, or the space between uprights on the pallet racking system, can be individually replaced or repaired.

This also saves significant time and disruption to your facility compared to performing the pallet rack repair yourself, as you wouldn’t have to disassemble a large portion of your pallet racking, if not the entire system altogether.

Pallet racking is reliable because of its simple setup, modularity, and durability over time. However, it requires proper care and a proactive approach to sustain integrity.

Calling on a professional is the most effective way to ensure the longevity of your investment, and DACO provides expertise in all aspects of new and used pallet racking, from consultation and installation to inspection and repair.

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