Buy Colby Warehouse Pallet Racking. 

If you want efficient and productive warehouse or commercial storage, your choice of pallet racking can make (or break) the smooth running of your storage and logistics operations. This is why organised warehouse racking is essential for maximising space and improving efficiency and streamlining the picking process. For a smooth warehouse operation, the layout of the storage is crucial for racking, including docking locations, aisle width, shipping areas, and other elements.

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Here are the various commercial warehouse pallet racking options that Colby Perth offers:

Selective Pallet Racking

Selective racking is the most common pallet racking system, which provides access from either side of an aisle. This warehouse racking system is also used for very narrow aisle racking.  Selective racks are typically used with counter balanced forklift trucks, reach trucks and walk behind stackers. 

Double Deep Pallet Racking 

The double deep rack has a similarity with selective racking. However, here the storing of pallets happens two rows deep instead of one. This type of racking needs specialised equipment for handling pallets which is generally a double deep reach forklift truck.   

Narrow Aisle Pallet Racking

Narrow aisle pallet racking is ideal for space saving in the commercial storage that has limited floor space. This type of racking allows the storing to the maximum capacity, quick order picking, and fast access to pallets. Narrow aisle racking is particularly useful for lower-throughput materials and reserve storage of bulk items.  The turret trucks used for Narrow Aisle Racking can typically lift up to 15 metres, while articulated trucks can lift up to 10 metres.

Drive-In Racking

Drive-in racking is the most commonly used and popular type of racking under high-density pallet racking. It is also quite a cost-effective racking solution. This racking optimises storage space and allows easy movement of various forklifts while storing pallets up to 8 deep. Drive-in racks are especially suitable for the last in-first out (LIFO) method, which is common for non-perishable products or items with low turnover.

Pallet Live Storage (PLS)

In the first-in-first-out (FIFO) method, the items stored first will also move out first. Each separate channel in a block contains pallets from the loading side. Then the products are picked from the opposite side. In the pallet live storage (PLS) racking, the storing of pallets takes place on inclined tracks with wheels or rollers. After one pallet moves out, another behind it slowly takes its place and enables an automatic stock rotation.  Pallet Live Storage systems need good quality pallets for effective operation.

Push-back Pallet Racking

Push-back pallet racking is an accumulative storage system that helps warehouses to store items up to four pallets deep per level. In each level, all the pallets (except the last one) go on a set of trolleys that move or push along rolling rails. This type of racking is suitable for storing items with medium turnover products using the last-in-first-out (LIFO) system. 

Satellite Racking System

The satellite racking system is a combination of high storage density with improved access to pallets. This system works through both FIFO and LIFO stock control through a remote control satellite.  

This type of racking system can run up and down lanes, collect pallets, and bring them back to the front. Overall, the system enables space efficiency as well as increases the productivity of forklift drivers.

Mobile Pallet Racking

Mobile pallet racking is about installing conventional pallet racking on mobile bases. This racking system allows easy opening and closing of the aisles. In addition, mobile pallet racking allows compact storage while making each pallet accessible. Colby’s mobile racking systems come with several light sensors to ensure the mobile racks operate safely with the aisles completely free from obstacles such as materials, handling equipment, and people.

Non-Palletised Racking

Non-palletised racking or heavy-duty shelving is required for handling non-palletised loads, bins, cartons, archive storage boxes, or items without packaging. This racking system makes sure that your products are safely stored for your operational efficiency. Also, using this system will help you locate and access the stored items easily for quick picking. Colby’s heavy-duty shelves are perfect for both high-rise and low storage and picking applications.

Colby Pallet Racking. Buy your Industrial Warehouse Racks in Perth, WA

To store materials in the warehouse and keep them organised is an art. Flawless industrial pallet racking systems transform the way storage management is done. Pallet racking varies significantly when it comes to configuration, specifications, and application. Usually, the design of the pallet racking system is made according to the building structure and your operational processes.

You need a storage solution that will help you store, move, and manage materials efficiently in your warehouse storage space. The pallet racking systems you choose should be able to manage even the most complex tasks of material management to optimise space, streamline inventory, improve the accuracy of picks, and reduce the operating costs.

Which Pallet Racking is Right for My Business?

You need to consider various factors when choosing pallet racking for managing your warehouse inventor.  Too many times we focus only on optimising the storage space. 

Buying the best commercial warehouse racks. Here are other factors you need to consider:

• The floor space capacity at the warehouse;
• Height of the warehouse ceiling;
• Types of storage materials;
• Frequency of accessing the pallets
• The shelf life of the stored items;
• Inventory method you follow: FIFO or LIFO;
• Types and sizes of forklifts you use to access the pallet racking systems.

According to these listed factors, the workers in your warehouse can move through the different pallet racks and pick the right item for inventory management. 

Types of Pallet Racking:

Selective Pallet Racking

This is the most common way of storing pallets. This method provides instant access to any pallet without shuffling any stock. 

• Standard Selective Pallet Racking: Standard selective pallet racking optimises the storage and improves flexibility, access, and movement within the floor space. 

• Double-deep Pallet Racking: Double-deep pallet racking is perhaps an ideal blend of selective and non-selective pallet racking systems. 

• Narrow Aisle Pallet Racking: It is a traditional selective pallet racking containing narrower aisles and is used for pairing up with a specifically designed turret truck. 

High-Density Pallet Storing

High-density or non-selective pallet racking systems have excellent space efficiency. 

• Drive-In Pallet Racking: Drive-in racking is the most cost-effective racking solution for high-density pallet storing. It maximises warehouse space and accommodates the use of various forklifts.

• Push-back Pallet Racking: This type of pallet racking provides storage where pallet storing is done 2, 3, and 4 deep. In this method, stored items are pushed back on rails mounted within the pallet racking. 

• Pallet Live Storage : Pallet Live Storage or PLS are loaded in the rear side of the racking and slowly roll forward using rubber or steel wheels to the front position. 

• Satellite Racking: Semi-automated satellite racking is perfect for shielding materials at shipping docks before loaded to trucks. 

• Mobile Pallet Racking: Mobile racking is a single or double deep rack that is mounted onto the mobile bases.

Safety Considerations

It is important that you protect your storage, equipment, and your workers. As part of our comprehensive OHS system, ColbyRACK has the accreditation of the AS/NZS 4801 Occupational health and management system and the OHSAS 18001 Occupational health and safety management system.

Colby's Rack Protection System

Improve safety and reduce costs of damage 

To provide safety from accidental collisions with racking, Colby offers various rack protection products, including:  

• Protect-a-Rack Upright Protector;
• End-of-aisle Guards;
• Rear Upright Protector.

When buying the ideal type of pallet racking system for your commercial storage, you need to consider all these factors and features to streamline your store operations, maximise efficiency, and get the optimal value for your investment. 

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