Resources

Pallet rack can be complicated. Our staff has decades of experience and is trained to help you identify and provide the right solution for your requirements.

We have provided supplemental resources below to assist with the identification, terminology, and sizing of your solution.

Please give us a call or contact us for questions and assistance.

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Resources

Pallet rack can be complicated. Our staff has decades of experience and is trained to help you identify and provide the right solution for your requirements.

We have provided supplemental resources below to assist with the identification, terminology, and sizing of your solution.

Please give us a call or contact us for questions and assistance.

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Rack Identification Guide

Speedrack
Mirack
Unarco
Webb Prest
T-Bolt
Structural
Ridge-U-Rack
Penco
Palmer Shile
Palatier
New Style Interlake
Old Husky Crashguard
Hiline
Frick Gallagher
Emi Arrowstar
Sturdibilt
Keystone
Teardrop

FAQ

How do I determine how deep the uprights must be?

The weight of the pallet should rest on the beams. Therefore, the upright depth should generally be 6” shorter than your pallet, giving you a 3” overhang front and back. (E.G., use a 42” deep rack for 48” deep pallets). 

The beam length is determined by the width of your pallet loads plus a 4” clearance between loads and the upright posts. Beam capacities are based on beams supporting an evenly distributed load. Determine the weight of each pallet load and multiply times the number of loads per shelf level. For example, a pallet load weighs 2,000 lbs. there are two pallets per shelf. A beam capacity above 4,000 lbs. is required. 

Yes – if you are loading/unloading the rack with a forklift.

We recommend upright post protectors (there are several sizes: 12”, 18”, and 24” high that can be either anchored into the floor or welded or bolted onto the post). In some cases, we also recommend guardrails and other safety accessories. See our rack accessories or call us for more options.

A capable maintenance crew can do the job for small jobs with just a few or single sections. However, large jobs with long rows of rack require experienced installers. We have an insured, experienced installation crew on call. They are available in any size but are especially valuable for large jobs or with tall uprights.

We stock new and used roll-form teardrop pallet rack, the most popular style in the U.S. However, we also have a constantly changing stock of other styles of used rack, and we are a stocking dealer for several different styles of new rack including Structural, Keystone, Penco, and T-bolt.

We have a wide selection of used and new pallet racking available, with new shipments coming in almost every week to meet your pallet racking needs.

Generally, a pallet rack is designed for forklift-loaded pallets, and shelving is for lighter-weight handloading applications. However, we stock a wide variety of pallet rack and industrial shelving, and our experienced team can help you determine the best and most cost-efficient fit for your application.

Yes! However, beam spacing directly affects upright capacity. The higher the first beam level (wider spacing), the lower the upright capacity.

Measuring and Sizing Guides

Check out the links below for resources on identifying the style of pallet rack you have, for frequently asked questions about pallet rack, and a detailed guide for how to measure and size your rack.

Rack Safety – TBD (In development)

Rack Safety – TBD (In development)

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