Types Of Pallet Racking Systems

Comparing pallet racking systems is an important part of setting up an efficient and effective system for storing and maintaining a large inventory

. There are many different systems that it will be important to evaluate and consider the advantages of each of the system. With any type of system selected, a business owner will want to evaluate the flexibility of the system in meeting your inventory and transport needs.

Many businesses that have products that are approximately the same size and will be kept on pallets use a selective racking system. This system stores inventory one pallet deep in up to 50 standard frames that are normally in one or two configurations. The systems are usually designed with a welded and bolt truss with four columns so that there are no weld brackets to impede loading or removing pallets from any frame. This system provides easy access to all of the products of a large inventory at all times.

A roll form rack system is manufactured with flat rolled carbon steel. These systems are often used for heavy parts or equipment because they have a minimum yield of 50,000 PSI. Depending on the region where these systems are installed, there may be a height regulations on the frames that may be vertically erected for safety purposes.

Pallets rest on horizontal beams that are held together with clipping mounts. The VNA, Very Narrow Aisle Pallet Racking Systems is made for tight configurations and is often used for products such as barrels. The system has tracking that leads from storage to a loading area and be restocked easily.

In most cases, these systems are used with a conveyor to move large containers or barrels through a tight configuration in a warehouse. They can be designed to fit any shape or size to meet the needs of the business owner and are normally installed in the same vertical configuration as other systems. The accessibility to inventory using these systems is one of the benefits of using this type of configuration in a small space.

Controlling inventory is easier using the systems because you can see what you have visually, rather than trying to guess where products are located. In addition, the cost of installing these systems is low when compared to the return on investment that is received by having more control over your immediate inventory.

When you are deciding on the system that will be best suited to maintaining and controlling your product, it will be important to consider the space you are working with, the growth you anticipate and the design that will most effectively meet your needs. Vertical storage requires that the area have enough floor space to easily maneuver equipment such as a forklift.

Talking to an individual who is knowledgeable and has expertise in the different pallet racking system available will be helpful and save you time and money. They will be able to provide you with information and details about the different types of pallet rackingsystems and the methods that will fit the needs of your business most effectively. When you work closely with a team that can install your system and provide you with the training in using the system appropriately, you will be able to take your business to a new level of efficiency.

by: Adriana Noton.

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