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Pallet storage: efficiency and flexibility

Pallet racks are the most universal storage system due to their versatility. They are placed in the warehouse over a series of interior aisles and provide direct and uniform access to all pallets, making them ideal with a wide variety of SKUs.

Mecalux's pallet racking systems are manufactured to the highest quality standards and are equipped with various safety features. A wide range of uprights, beams, shelves and supports allows for the design of warehouses that meet the most stringent requirements.

ADVANTAGES OF PALLET RACKING

Direct access to each pallet: all pallets are accessible from the working aisle.
Mecalux's unique locking system: prevents unintentional movement of the girder, making the structure more secure.
Easy to implement: the structures are quick to assemble and maintenance costs are low.
Versatile: the pallet racks adapt to the height of the warehouse and are suitable for storing different types of loads. From pallets and containers of different weights and sizes to boxes, drums and rolls.
Configurable and scalable: the height of the storage levels is adjustable and can be adjusted to rearrange the warehouse. The racking can be easily expanded by adding additional modules and height levels.
Suitable for picking: picking can be done at floor level or at the lower levels; also at higher levels with picking machines.
Cataphoresis: cataphoresis is applied to the uprights to increase their corrosion resistance.
Technical inspection: as a manufacturer, Mecalux offers a mandatory annual technical inspection of the racks, carried out by a qualified and specialized technical team.
Mecalux guarantee: Mecalux racks meet the highest quality standards and the regulations in force in each country.

Pallet racks are the ideal solution to manage our orders and optimize storage capacity.

APPLICATIONS OF PALLET RACKING

Perfect solution for diverse types of warehouses

Because of their simple structure, versatility, easy assembly and low installation costs, pallet racks are the most widely used system for warehouses:

Warehouses with a wide range of SKUs Pallet storage is recommended when many SKUs need to be stored.	Warehouses for multiple customers These racks are often used by 3PL companies because they facilitate the storage of heterogeneous products with a high turnover rate.	Small and large warehouses Mecalux's pallet racks are ideal for warehouses of all sizes.	Storage of non-palletized goods In addition to pallets, they can be used to store other types of goods (containers, rolls, drums, etc.).

More space without losing accessibility Conventional double-deep doubles the capacity, but still remains accessible.	Perform picking tasks The lower levels can be used for order picking directly into the racks.

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What is pallet racking?

Selective pallet racking is the most widespread storage system in warehouses that stock palletised goods. This is due to its versatility, simple construction, easy assembly and relatively low cost. Moreover, it is the only system that offers direct access to every pallet stored, ensuring efficient inventory management. This makes pallet racks the perfect solution for companies that handle many SKUs and few pallets of each.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of pallet racking?

The main advantage of selective pallet racking lies in direct access to each pallet stored. This ensures maximum agility in loading and unloading operations and efficient inventory management. Similarly, its versatility and the large number of storage locations it provides make it the ideal solution for multiple storage needs. However, the choice of these racks may limit storage capacity in certain circumstances, particularly when dealing with few SKUs and many pallets per each. In this case, high-density storage systems are generally recommended. Examples include drive-in racking, pallet flow racking, push-back pallet racking and the Pallet Shuttle system.

What are standard pallet racking dimensions?

Selective pallet racking dimensions are adapted to the requirements of each warehouse. Rack height can range from a few metres to over 40 metres (in automated warehouses). There is no limit in length: racking units can be installed one after another. Nevertheless, safety passageways must be enabled, and interior tunnels can be created as a shortcut between aisles. The depth of the frame is determined by the dimensions of the pallet. For a Euro-pallet measuring 1,200 mm deep, the frame will normally be 1,100 mm.

How long are pallet rack beams?

The length of selective pallet racking beams is subject to the type of pallet stored. For instance, for Euro-pallets, standard beam lengths are 1,825, 2,700 and 3,600 mm. In the case of North American (GMA) pallets, beam dimensions are 2,225 and 3,300 mm.

What is the safety locking mechanism?

The endplate that joins the beam and upright features a built-in safety locking mechanism designed to make the structure even safer. Since it forms part of the endplate itself, the mechanism is always activated. Once in place, it cannot be removed without completely dismantling the beam. This prevents accidental or deliberate manipulation, ensuring the strength and stability of the racking. The safety locking mechanism is an exclusive innovation of Mecalux.

What is cataphoresis?

Cataphoresis is an immersion coating process that provides high corrosion resistance. Notably, it also covers the entire surface of the pieces, reaching even the most inaccessible parts and ensuring a uniform coating thickness. This enhances the components’ resistance to corrosion while safeguarding edges and corners. Mecalux applies cataphoresis coating to the uprights that make up pallet rack frames.

Can you only store pallets on selective pallet racking?

While primarily used for pallet storage, pallet racks can be adapted through various accessories to accommodate other types of loads, such as containers (metal, plastic and wood), reels, drums and other cylindrical items. It can also house different medium-sized and large unpalletised products.

Is it possible to place shelves on pallet racks?

n their standard configuration, pallet racking does not use shelves, as pallets are stored directly on the beams. However, it is possible to place metal or chipboard shelves on the beams. This will adapt the racks to house other types of unit loads and perform additional operations, such as order picking directly from the racking.

Can order picking be performed with selective pallet racking?

Yes, pallet racks are compatible with order picking, allowing for both storage functions and picking tasks. One option is to perform order picking directly from the pallets located at floor level. This is a common practice in many warehouses. Likewise, it is possible to allocate the first 2 or 3 levels of the racking to order picking directly from pallets. This strategy can be implemented provided that the location heights are appropriate and operators can access the products easily (assisted, for example, by an order picker). Another alternative is to place picking shelves on the lower levels. This makes it possible to store other types of unit loads while housing reserve pallets on the upper racking levels.

Which forklifts are most appropriate for working with selective pallet racking?

Any type of forklift can be used (counterbalanced, reach trucks, VNA trucks, etc.), as long as the aisle has the appropriate width and the machines can reach the upper load levels. In the case of double-deep pallet racking, the forklift employed must have telescopic forks to reach the pallet furthest away. When using VNA trucks — typically used in narrow aisles with high-bay pallet racking — a guidance system is installed to direct the forklift’s path within the working aisle. This system can be mechanically guided, using profiles fitted to both sides of the aisle and anchored to the floor. Alternatively, it can be wire-guided, whereby a wire is embedded into the floor, producing a magnetic field to direct the forklift’s movement.

Can pallet racks be automated?

In warehouses using VNA trucks, pallet racking with a height of up to 15 m can be easily automated, without altering the structure of the storage system. This is achieved by installing automatic trilateral stacker cranes. This solution, equipped with a trilateral extraction system, fully automates storage and retrieval operations. In the event that you require complete automation of pallet storage, Mecalux can assist you in the design and implementation of an automated warehouse.

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PALLET RACKS

Pallet storage: efficiency and flexibility

ADVANTAGES OF PALLET RACKING

APPLICATIONS OF PALLET RACKING

Perfect solution for diverse types of warehouses

Warehouses with a wide range of SKUs

Warehouses for multiple customers

Small and large warehouses

Storage of non-palletized goods

More space without losing accessibility

Perform picking tasks