Benefits of Pallet Racking

What is the predominant factor that you should consider while designing a warehouse? Indeed, it is the efficient use of space. And, using the right racking system ensures optimum space utilization.

Experts say that pallet racking is one of the most common methods since long because of the numerous benefits it brings.

The type of pallet racking system you choose depends on the storage and inventory control requirements in your case.

Do you want to know the advantages of pallet racking system? Read the blog to get the top five benefits of it.

1. It uses every inch of space

Experts say that there is no other racking system makes use of the available space as pallet racking does. Since you can store the pallet bays on top of each other, the maximum height of the warehouse is used.

The stacking of pallets depends on a few parameters such as the height of the warehouse, weight, and volume of the product and the load-bearing capacity of an individual pallet.

Just by adding a few vertical storages, the warehouse can multiply the storage capacity.

Whether you pack it short or stack high, pallet racking can fit all types of requirements.

2. Faster access to SKUs

Do you have a requirement of accessing a wide range of SKUs? If yes, then you need a standard selective pallet racking system.

The pallet bays are multiple, and each has access to forklifts. Since the racks are arranged back-to-back, the forklift can reach any rack without any trouble.

Remember, the SKU selection is significant in this case, but the SKU doesn’t have broad inventory.

3. Total customization

Each warehouse has a different storage need. Also, the dimension, physical conditions also differ in each case.

Based on your needs, it is possible to choose from the long array of customization.

When you place your requirements to the pallet racking service provider, it makes a detailed requirement study.

A racking design is suggested to you which fulfills your requirements the most.

4. Better optimized warehouse safety

Safety aspects are foremost when you design a warehouse.

 What are the safety parameters that you should consider in the design?

They are pallet and load weight, height restriction (if you have electrical fixtures or overhead plumbing), forklift operations and so on.

Also, you need to consider the working space and safety of the workforce.

5. Supports many inventory control methods

Pallet racking system can support all types of inventory control mechanisms. It is flexible and user-friendly. 

Maxstor Pty Ltd has more than 15+ years experience in the storage solution industry. It is mainly focused in pallet racking, industrial shelving,commercial shelving. Further details please Maxstor Pty Ltd call us at 0407 546 044.

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