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Pallet Racking

Selection Guide, Custom Design & Manufacturer Direct Supply

Industrial pallet racking systems designed to optimize warehouse space, improve storage efficiency, and ensure long-term safety.
As a pallet racking manufacturer, we provide custom-engineered solutions, free layout design, and factory-direct pricing for warehouses worldwide.

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What Is a Pallet Racking System?

A pallet racking system is an industrial storage solution used to store palletized goods vertically, allowing warehouses to maximize floor space while maintaining safe and efficient access to inventory.

In real projects, pallet racking is not just about steel frames and beams — it is about load safety, forklift operation, picking efficiency, and future expansion.
Choosing the wrong system can lead to wasted space, operational delays, or even safety risks.

That is why pallet racking should always be selected based on warehouse layout, pallet weight, SKU turnover, and handling method, not just price.

Types of Pallet Racking Systems (How to Choose)

Different warehouses require different pallet racking solutions. Below is a practical comparison to help you choose the right system.

Selective Pallet Racking

  • Best for: Most standard warehouses

  • Advantages:

    • Direct access to every pallet

    • Flexible and easy to adjust

    • Lowest initial investment

  • Considerations:

    • Lower storage density than high-density systems

Drive-In / Drive-Through Pallet Racking

  • Best for: High-density storage of similar SKUs

  • Advantages:

    • Maximizes storage capacity

    • Ideal for bulk storage

  • Considerations:

    • Limited selectivity

    • Requires skilled forklift operation

Push Back Pallet Racking

  • Best for: Medium-to-high density with high throughput

  • Advantages:

    • Better selectivity than drive-in

    • Efficient for LIFO storage

  • Considerations:

    • Higher cost than selective systems

Radio Shuttle Pallet Racking

  • Best for: High-performance and semi-automated warehouses

  • Advantages:

    • Very high storage density

    • Reduced forklift travel

  • Considerations:

    • Higher initial investment

Dongjian Pallet Racking

Dongjian Pallet Racking

💡 Selection tip:
If your warehouse handles many SKUs with frequent picking, selective pallet racking is usually the safest choice.
If space is limited and SKU variety is low, high-density systems offer better ROI.

How to Choose the Right Pallet Racking for Your Warehouse

Before selecting a pallet racking system, these factors must be evaluated carefully:

1. Warehouse Size & Clear Height

Rack height, aisle width, and building columns all affect layout efficiency.

2. Pallet Size & Load Capacity

Rack design must match actual pallet dimensions and maximum load per level, including safety factors.

3. Forklift Type & Handling Method

Counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, or VNA forklifts require different aisle widths and rack configurations.

4. Storage Density vs. Accessibility

Higher density means less selectivity. The balance depends on inventory turnover.

5. Future Expansion

A well-designed pallet racking system allows easy extension or reconfiguration.

Our engineers evaluate these parameters before recommending any system — not after installation.

Warehouse Layout Design & Load Capacity Guide

Proper layout design is critical for safety and efficiency.

Our Layout Design Includes:

  • Rack arrangement and aisle planning

  • Load capacity calculation per beam and upright

  • Forklift clearance and turning radius

  • Expansion planning

Warehouse Layout Design

Pallet racking performance depends not only on the rack itself, but on how it is integrated into the warehouse layout.

Before finalizing a pallet racking solution, we consider:

  • Warehouse dimensions and clear height

  • Column positions, fire lanes, and access points

  • Forklift type and aisle width requirements

  • Storage flow from receiving to shipping

Proper layout planning helps maximize storage capacity, improve handling efficiency, and allow future expansion.
Layout recommendations are provided based on actual warehouse conditions.

Load Capacity & Structural Safety

Each pallet racking system is engineered according to real load and operating conditions.

Design considerations include:

  • Maximum pallet weight and load distribution

  • Rack height and number of storage levels

  • Upright profile, beam span, and steel thickness

  • Static and dynamic loads during forklift operation

Load capacity and deflection are evaluated to ensure structural stability and long-term safe use.
This approach helps prevent deformation, overloading, and premature fatigue during daily operation.

Common Mistakes We Help You Avoid:

  • Overloading beams without safety margins

  • Using incorrect anchor spacing

  • Designing aisles too narrow for real forklift operation

👉 Free service:
Upload your warehouse dimensions and pallet data — we provide a free CAD layout and technical recommendation.

Why Choose DJ Storage Rack as Your Pallet Racking Manufacturer?

We are not a reseller. We are a pallet racking manufacturer with in-house production and engineering.

Our Advantages:

  • Manufacturer Direct Supply – no middleman cost

  • Custom Design Based on Your Warehouse

  • OEM / ODM Available

  • Strict Quality Control & Load Testing

  • Global Export Experience

Every pallet racking project is produced according to confirmed drawings and verified load requirements, ensuring consistency from design to delivery.

Quality, Safety & Standards

Our pallet racking systems are designed with safety as a priority.

  • High-strength steel materials

  • Precision roll-formed uprights and beams

  • Bolted connections for structural stability

  • Clear load rating identification

We follow recognized industry standards and internal quality inspection procedures throughout manufacturing and installation support.

Typical Applications

Our pallet racking systems are widely used in:

  • Manufacturing warehouses

  • Distribution centers

  • Cold storage facilities

  • Logistics hubs

  • E-commerce fulfillment centers

Each application has unique storage and handling needs — our role is to adapt the system to your operation, not force a generic solution.

Frequently Asked Questions

What load capacity can pallet racking support?
Load capacity depends on rack design, steel thickness, beam length, and pallet distribution. Our engineers calculate this for each project.

Can you provide a layout design before ordering?
Yes. We offer a free layout design based on your warehouse dimensions and storage requirements.

Is pallet racking adjustable?
Yes. Beam levels can be adjusted to accommodate different pallet heights.

Do you support international shipping?
Yes. We export pallet racking systems to multiple global markets with secure packaging and documentation.

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