A warehouse needs sturdy equipment to store and hold inventory. The best solution for this is to have a sturdy pallet rack system. Pallet racks aid in organization, increase space efficiency, and improve storage capacity. But with so many different options, how do you know which one will work best for your warehouse needs?
To make your decision easier, here is a comprehensive list of pallet rack styles, their functions, and uses for business operations.
Before we discuss the different styles of pallet racking, we need to compare the way they are designed. There are two categories of pallet racking: roll-formed and structural. Each are made either from hot-rolled steel or cold-rolled steel.
Roll-formed pallet systems are made from cold-rolled steel. Unlike hot-rolled steel, cold-rolled steel is shaped and processed at room temperature and forms more consistent shapes and dimensions. This also makes roll-formed pallet systems less expensive The assembly of a roll-formed pallet rack is quick and simple with the teardrop connections only needing a smack from a mallet to fit firmly in place. This makes these types of pallet racks much easier to take apart and rebuild if you ever need to redesign or re-organize your warehouse floor layout.
Hot-rolled pallet racks are made just as their name indicates. Hot-rolled steel is formed at 1,700 degrees Fahrenheit and is much heavier than a roll-formed pallet rack system. Structural pallet racks have strong bolt connections and are much more time-consuming assembly wise, where adjusting the beam levels on structural racks is a lengthier process than switching out racks from a roll-formed pallet rack.
When comparing their ability to handle impacts and weight capacity, structural pallet racks can endure more because of their heavier construction. Structural pallet racks are meant for fast-paced warehouse operations that can store inventory which is on the heavier side. Roll-formed pallet racks can hold only about 3,000-7,000 lbs of weight due to their less secure teardrop connections. Structural racks, on the other hand, can hold up to 30,000 lbs of product based on the rack system used and the spacing from the support beams.
Once you decide on the style of pallet rack you want, you then have to figure out which design you need based on their functions, dimensions, and weight capacities. While pallet systems can be customizable, it’s important to know which one works best for your warehouse needs. Below is a list of common pallet rack designs that Southern State Enterprise carries:
Whatever your pallet rack needs are, Southern State Enterprises offers excellent services in installation at an affordable rate! We work with your businesses interests in mind so that your warehouse operations are fully functional and efficient. Contact us today for your pallet rack quoting!