Selective Pallet Racking
How it Works:
- Uprights and a pair of crossbeams bear the weight of the pallet
- Wire or metal decking fills the space between beams
- Available in either teardrop (clip-in) or structural (bolt-up) construction
Product Features
Advantages
- Most popular and cost-effective type of racking
- Lift can easily access any pallet on the rack
- Supports LIFO or FIFO inventory management
- Relatively simple configuration and installation
- Can accommodate variations in pallet size
Disadvantages
- Low storage density due to aisles between racks
- Takes up the most floor space
- Limited to one or two pallets deep
Applications
Best for fast-paced facilities with a high number of SKUs
Examples:
- Big-box retail distribution
- Warehousing operations
- Limited-run, small-batch manufacturers
