Different Types Of Pallet Racking Brisbane

Pallet Racking Brisbane should be an integral component of any warehouse. When properly installed, selected and maintained pallet racking will maximize storage space and improve the organization of your warehouse for a more efficient picking process.

There are many types of pallet racks available. The most common kind of pallet racking is called the selective pallet racking that makes use of roller wheels and a slight incline to allow for high-density storing.

Drive-In Racking

Drive-in racks are the most economical and easy solution for storage with high density. It uses first in, last out (FILO) principles and keeps aisles for access to warehouses at a minimum in order to increase storage capacity.

This system is a great option for storing large quantities similar products in your warehouse or distribution center. It also allows you to modify your facility, increasing the storage capacity without the need to pay for new space.

Each storage lane is equipped with a single entry point where forklift trucks can place or retrieve units. Each row of lanes is fitted with support rails of different heights and widths that serve to store the unit load.

They are composed of uprights and beams. These long, box-shaped elements provide a great vertical capacity. They are braced to stop collapse. They also come in several types, including box beams and open beams. They can be used to create levels or connect frames. They are typically galvanized in order to resist corrosion and rust.

Racks with Push-Back

With the same galvanised frame used in drive-in racks and push back racking, push back racking can combine the storage capacity of this system with a single lane selection. A number of carts are stacked in each lane and when the first pallet is removed, it moves a stack of carts forward, revealing an additional pallet position to make it easy to retrieve. This LIFO system (Last In First Out) is perfect for storing homogeneous, non-perishable products.

Since forklifts don't have to go through the aisle of this system, it reduces damage and manoeuvring time and boosts productivity. Carts are color coded to make it easier to locate a specific SKU in the structure.

Rack End Protectors are important because they prevent damage to racking when trucks accidentally drive over it. Other components to consider include Safe Working Load Signs. These signs should be put at each end of racks and provide crucial information, such as maximum loads for each level and maximum capacity of racking bays.

Drive-In/Push-Back Combination Racking

This kind rack is perfect for warehouses with a large number of SKUs, or those who require storage for many items. It can be used for last-in-first-out (LIFO) inventory management and can be laned between two and six pallets deep. It's one of the most sought-after pallet racking solutions for pharmaceuticals, food and beverage and manufacturing facilities. It offers greater selectivity than drive-in racking and requires less aisle space for forklift maneuverability. It also protects racks by stopping trucks from driving into racks.

In high-density drive-in racks the bays will generally be filled with the same item. The product will be the sole item in the bay for retrieving. This could cause a warehouse worker to drive into the wrong lane in order to access their product, resulting in an unnecessary expense or loss. The push back racking system can be used to prevent this issue as different products can be stored in the same lanes. This reduces storage costs and increases productivity benchmarks.

Roll-Away Racking

Roll-Away racks are designed for storage of large stock items such as pipes, iron bars, and lumber off of the floor of your warehouse. They can be used with Cantilever Racks and have a an arm with a lip to stop products from falling. They can be loaded both from the front and back, making them easy to select. Decking can be installed on the racks in a number of different designs, including wire decking. Crown decking and open area decking are other options.