Frequenty Asked Questions (FAQs)

Second hand pallet racking can be an excellent way of reducing the cost of warehouse storage and there are many reputable suppliers selling good quality used pallet racking in the UK. However, when considering buying used pallet racking, one of the primary considerations should be safety. So, what do you need to know to ensure […]

In the normal course of a working day, pallet racking can sustain damage from access equipment such as forklift trucks. Unfortunately, the occasional accidental knock during normal working operations is normal, however the damage sustained can lead to a major incident if not repaired or replaced. Collisions from machinery will be reported and addressed as […]

Warehouse operators face many challenges and one of them is maintaining flexible storage while maximising capacity. This can be particularly demanding where different sizes of pallet and non palletised, individual products of different shapes and sizes are part of the product range. When standard pallet racking is simply not flexible enough, an effective solution for […]

If you want maximum flexibility with your warehouse pallet racking, selective pallet racking is worth investigating.  In this article we’ll cover how selective pallet racking is laid out in the warehouse, its benefits and drawbacks, as well as the level of investment required. Selective pallet racking is possibly the most widely used storage system for […]

The open design and the flexibility of length provided by Cantilever Racking means that it is the ideal solution for storing long, thin items which would not otherwise fit into a pallet storage system.  Longer, heavier items can be stored horizontally, resting across multiple arms. Depending on the item stored, Cantilever Racking can be located […]

Keeping your workers safe when they are working should be of paramount importance to employers. Raising safety standards can improve morale, reduce work related accidents and save money in the long term by decreasing the number of remedial repairs required to structures within the warehouse. Protecting your pallet racking from damage is a good place […]

If you need more warehouse storage space but are reluctant to incur the costs and hassles of moving premises, you might consider installing a mezzanine floor in your existing warehouse. As you have already paid for all the space in your warehouse, it seems sensible to use as much of it as possible – even […]

Adjustable pallet racking is one of the most popular racking systems you will come across when looking into investing in storage. The reason why they are so popular is that they are often the most basic and easiest to manage, yet very effective. They can be applied to most warehouse areas as they are adjustable […]

One of the big questions we get at Pallet Racking Systems is ‘how will investing in new pallet racking actually help my business?’ Customer satisfaction is a huge advantage when investing in new storage systems depending on how you manage your warehouse and the planning you undertake before. Below you will see our guide on […]

Investing in pallet racking is likely to be a large project for your company, so it is important to make sure you carry out all of the relevant steps to ensure the project runs smoothly and you get exactly what you want and need with no future implications. Firstly, it’s a monetary investment that should […]

Carton Flow Racking is made up from a regular racking structure but is accompanied with downward sloped flowing levels that use wheeled tracks to push the stock down the path to the picking area at the end of the process. Below I will provide further insight into what Carton Flow Racking Systems are and how […]

Some people may worry that once the pallet racking is installed, it’s in for good. Although pallet racking is a durable, long term storage solution, it can be altered or completely replaced, thanks to our fantastic installation team at Pallet Racking Systems. Pallet racking is an effective and efficient storage solution, suitable for a range […]

Incorporating a pallet racking system into your warehouse stock organisation can save you from having to move to a larger, more expensive warehouse. Pallet racking can increase your storage capacity, as the steel structure can support large and heavy goods. Industrial warehouse pallet racking also allows businesses to expand on their warehouse storage capacity by […]

Pallet racking is the most common form of warehouse storage but how long will your system last you? Will you need to replace it often? When investing large sums of money in a storage system you want to be reassured it will last you long enough to justify your investment and these are just a […]