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Selective Pallet Racking Systems
Selective pallet racking is the most common type of pallet racking system bought today. It offers direct access to each pallet and is a first in first out system (FIFO).
Selective pallet racking offers you the most versatility and adaptability. If your inventory has many different size shapes of pallets, then selective pallet racking will be the choice for you.
Cantilever Racking Systems
Cantilever racking is used to store long bulky oversized items. You commonly see it storing:
- Lumber
- Building Materials
- Pipe
- Doors
- Conduit
- Any long oversized items.
Cantilever rack can be single sided or double sided and you can add pipe stops to the end of arms to keep materials from falling off.
Pushback Racking Systems
Pushback racking is last in first out racking system (LIFO). Pushback rack works good if your inventory has a lot of the same size pallets and does not have to be rotated on a FIFO basis.
Go up to 6 pallet positions deep with pushback racking. Pushback racking is a high-density pallet rack system that increases your storage capacity because it eliminates forklift aisles. If you are trying to create more warehouse storage, pushback racking may be a good choice for you.
Drive-In Racking Systems
Drive-in pallet racking systems are the most cost-effective high-density racking systems on the market. It is a last in first out (LIFO) system, so the last pallet you put in, will be the first one you get out.
It works good for users with large quantities of homogenous products and where space utilization is critical. Commonly seen in:
- Food and Beverage
- Cold storage and warehousing
- Retail and distribution centers
- Manufacturing
Carton Flow Racking Systems
Carton flow racking is used for hand-picking applications. It is well-suited for handling cartons, totes, or cases of goods. This racking system is designed to facilitate first in, first out (FIFO) inventory management method.
Here are some common industries where Carton Flow Racking is used:
- Retail/Distribution
- Food and beverage distribution
- Automotive parts
- E-commerce fulfillment
Pallet Flow Racking Systems
Pallet flow racking, also known as gravity flow racking is used to flow full pallets through a racking structure. It is loaded on one side and unloaded on another side. Different styles of rollers can be used based on the type of pallet that is being flowed through the system.
Pallet flow rack can be designed to virtually be however many pallets deep you need it to be. Pallet flow rack is a FIFO high density racking system.
Commonly used in:
- Food and beverage
- Cold storage
- Automotive manufacturing
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