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Pallet racking from Multy Lift is a hugely popular storage solution for warehouse owners. There are a wide range of benefits available via the implementation of solid, high-quality warehouse racking, such as the structures we have available here at Multy Lift. Whether you’re a seasoned warehouse worker or are new to the game, here’s everything you need to know about warehouse pallet racking, including exactly how you can benefit from its implementation.
What is pallet racking?
Pallet racking is, essentially, heavy-duty shelving that is safely and expertly secured to allow for the storage of even the heaviest of stock and inventory. They’re available in a wide range of different shapes and sizes, making them the perfect choice for even the smallest of premises.
Most of the time, warehouse pallet racking will span from the floor right up to the ceiling, with additional equipment needed to be able to make full use out of your new pallet racking. The equipment warehouse owners often acquire after implementation of their pallet racking includes, but is not limited to, the following pieces of machinery:
What are the different types of pallet racking?
As already touched upon, pallet racking is an extremely versatile storage solution, suiting the majority of warehouses, no matter its size or the budget you have. With this in mind, it’s no wonder that there are so many different types of pallet racking for you to choose from. If you aren’t sure about which type of pallet racking you need for your warehouse, then you’ll need to discuss your options with a member of our highly-experienced team. We’ll be able to carry out an inspection of your property in order to give you the best possible advice. Depending on your needs and budget, you’ll be offered one of the following types of warehouse pallet racking:
- Adjustable pallet racking – a self-explanatory racking type, this racking can be adjusted yourself safely to accommodate your requirements in real time
- Double-deep pallet racking – similar to adjustable pallet racking, this allows for greater storage capacity with an increase in shelving depth, rather than height
- Drive-in and drive-through compact systems – a high-density pallet racking system, this type of racking enables forklifts to drive onto and off the structure itself
- Live storage for pallets – made up of lines and rollers with a slight decline to allow pallets to be moved on and off racking with ease, which also makes for quick stock rotation
- Push-back pallet racking – similar to live storage for pallets racking, but stock is stored in a last-in, first-out capacity, allowing for easy stock rotation
- Mobile pallet racking – again, a self-explanatory racking system, the chassis can be manoeuvred with ease and placed wherever they need to be at the time of moving
5 benefits of pallet racking
Warehouse racking is a necessary storage solution in any warehouse, no matter the industry you work in. However, there are still some other storage options that warehouse owners might use that aren’t as effective as pallet racking storage systems. If you’re currently using something other than warehouse pallet racking to store your goods, here are a few reasons why you should consider warehouse shelving over other storage options:
1. It optimises warehouse space
As there’s a wide range of different pallet racking systems available, it’s extremely easy for warehouse owners to tailor their storage options to their exact needs. It’s also possible to alter pallet racking systems to seamlessly fit in with your premises, no matter its shape or size. There’s a pallet racking storage solution for everyone meaning anyone can optimise their warehouse storage space with pallet racking.
2. It improves warehouse safety
Some storage options aren’t as solid or stable as pallet racking systems. Warehouse racking can be fixed safely and securely to the walls so you won’t have to worry about them falling over or about stock losing balance and falling off. In addition to that, if you choose the right pallet racking solution for your inventory, you’ll be able to safely stack your stock without having to worry about anything toppling over and injuring employees, damaging machinery or compromising your valuable inventory. Pallet racking is designed specifically for warehouses and heavy-duty goods, unlike some other storage solutions that warehouse owners might have in and around their premises.
3. It allows for different warehouse management systems (WMS) to be implemented
Warehouse racking allows stock and inventory to be sorted and stored in an organised fashion, meaning that even the most complex and advanced of WMS will be able to streamline your picking process. Place your stock in logical places and make sure you place labels on the shelving, notifying workers of which items are stored where. You must also provide your workers with the right machinery to do the job.
If your racking spans from the floor right up to the ceiling, then supply employees with order pickers, reach trucks, forklifts and stackers that have the lifting and reaching capacity to do the job. A great WMS will be able to tell the worker exactly where a product is and they should then be able to easily find, access and pick that item; and in a timely manner – something that’s made possible with warehouse racking.
4. It will result in fewer damaged goods
As already touched upon, pallet racking that’s been specifically designed for warehouse use will be able to store your goods safely, meaning you won’t have to worry about them falling off. The correct storage system can make sure that your stock remains undamaged, even should a forklift, accidently, drive into it, knocking the pallet racking slightly. A secure and solid pallet racking system not only ensures the safety of your employees, but it also protects your goods from becoming damaged.
5. It’s a simple & cost-effective storage solution
Warehouse racking is extremely easy to both get hold of and assemble. It’s also just as straightforward to fix the racking securely to ensure it doesn’t topple over. It’s also far cheaper than other warehouse storage options, like mezzanine flooring. Why not opt for a storage solution that’s simple to access and even more simple to use?
Multy Lift has over three decades of experience in the material handling industry. We are proud to draw on this knowledge and impressive expertise in order to provide customers throughout the UK with first-class, high-quality warehouse equipment, including new and used forklifts, commercial cleaning equipment and more. For further information about how we can help you today, regardless of the industry you work in, get in touch with a member of our expert team – we’re alway pleased to hear from you.
