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How to choose the right pallet rack for your warehouse
Create an optimal work flow
Furthermore, conduct a thorough analysis of your product assortment. Identify fast-selling items and those with lower turnover to strategically position high-demand products in easily accessible areas, minimising travel distance within the warehouse. Ensure adequate space for safe transportation using forklifts, pallet jacks, and pallet trolleys.
The weight and size of the goods
When it comes to the weight and size of your goods, safety is paramount.
Ensure that pallet racks never bear more weight than they're designed for, as indicated by loading signs specifying the permissible load per rack section.
Additionally, for items like half pallets, attach extra half-pallet inserts to the supporting beams to accommodate them securely and maintain stability.
Maximise inventory volume
Double Racking: Consider utilising double racks, where two pallet racks are positioned back-to-back, eliminating the need for aisles between them and saving valuable space.
Innovative Solutions: Explore the use of mobile pallet racks and pushback systems in large logistics warehouses to streamline warehouse processes and optimise space usage.
Long-Term Planning: Plan by constructing a warehouse design that minimises the need for frequent alterations. Alternatively, build a foundation that allows for expansion as storage needs evolve, with the flexibility to add more sections as required.
Expert Assistance: Contact our project sales team to ensure the successful implementation of your new warehouse solution, tailored to your specific needs and objectives.
Optimise your warehouse with the help of our experts
Utilise the potential of pallet racks
Cable Reel Racking is adapted for storage, handling and suspension of cable reels.
Drum Cradles used for safe storage and handling of drums/barrels.
Roll Holders can be used for cylindrical goods such as pipes, carpets etc
With Long Side Inserts it's possible to store pallets handled on the long side.
Pull Out Units mounted directly on to the support beams of the racking facilitate the handling of goods. Pull out the unit to easily access the contents of the pallet.
Mount a tool board between the ends of the pallet rack and you can always have useful tools close at hand.
Suspension for waste bins can be mounted on the end of the pallet rack so you don't have to have them standing on the floor.
A practical divider allows you to store slabs such as stone or glass, standing in the pallet rack.
Security in the warehouse
Creating a safe workplace environment is essential, and this starts with meticulous planning of the warehouse layout to prevent accidents. To achieve this, it's important to concentrate manual picking activities in specific areas, reducing the risk of potential hazards. Additionally, minimising forklift traffic in pedestrian zones is vital to enhance safety for all workers. Clearly designating forklift routes and pedestrian walkways not only facilitates smooth navigation but also ensures clear separation between people and machinery.
Minimize risks with warehouse safety equipment:
- Collision protection, such as post and gable guards, helps protect pallet racking from forklift impacts.
- Anti-collapse mesh panels, mounted to the rear of racking systems, prevent items from falling into walkways.
- Pallet stops prevent pallets from being pushed too far and tipping off the racking.
- Pallet holders keep stacked pallets stable and securely in place.
Identifying and addressing blind spots or poorly lit areas within the warehouse premises are crucial steps in effectively managing potential hazards. By prioritising safety measures such as these, you not only safeguard your employees but also support smoother operations, reduced downtime, and improved long-term productivity.
Annual inventory check
Check that the pallet racking meets current safety requirements and recognised industry standards. Supervision and inspection should take place when racking is installed, after any significant changes and at regular intervals during use. Inspections should be documented and carried out both by a competent person on site and, at least annually, by an independent specialist inspector, in line with HSE guidance and SEMA recommendations. For more information on installation and safety, consult the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Storage Equipment Manufacturers’ Association (SEMA).
TIP! The ultimate pallet rack
ULTIMATE has a unique construction that makes pallet racking work just as well in the small warehouse as in a larger facility. ULTIMATE is a comprehensive pallet rack system and is also the only pallet rack in AJ Products range.- Can be supplemented with many different accessories
- Easy to change and rebuild when needs change
- Space-saving construction
Ask us about pallet racks!
If you need help planning your warehouse, please contact us. Our project sales team have a wealth knowledge of warehouse optimisation and are happy to help you!ULTIMATE Pallet Rack - Basic sections and add-on sections
Accessories for ULTIMATE pallet racks
FAQ
EUR paleta meri 800 × 1.200 mm in je visoka 144 mm.
Polovična paleta običajno meri 800 x 600 mm, kar je za polovico manjše od standardne EUR palete.
Palet za enkratno uporabo na splošno ni priporočljivo uporabljati v sistemih paletnih regalov. Namesto tega, da bi se izognili potrebi po prepakiranju blaga, lahko predmete na paletah za enkratno uporabo položite na standardno EUR paleto ali paletni vložek.
Protiutežni viličar na splošno velja za najpogostejši tip v skladiščnem poslovanju.
Paletni regali morajo biti jasno označeni z znaki, ki označujejo največjo nosilnost na odsek in stopnjo obremenitve. Če so omejitve teže enake po vsej sekciji, zadostujejo znaki na končnih okvirjih.
Skladiščenje blaga v paletnih regalih omogoča učinkovito izrabo skladiščnega prostora in zagotavlja enostaven dostop do skladiščenih predmetov, hkrati pa spodbuja varno delovno okolje.
Prosto zlaganje vključuje polaganje paletiziranega blaga neposredno na tla skladišča in navpično zlaganje enega na drugega.
Globoko zlaganje se nanaša na prakso zlaganja paletiziranega blaga eno za drugo brez vmesnih prehodov, s čimer se poveča izraba prostora. Palete so razvrščene po principu FILO – First-In, Last-Out.
Paletni regal, paletni regalni sistem in regal so različna imena za isto stvar – regal za skladiščenje palet z blagom.
