Used Pallet Rack for Sale in Missouri

The most common style of pallet rack, selective pallet rack, is designed for high-density warehouses that store a large variety of products. Selective rack provides 100% access to all pallet positions at all times without having to move other pallets. Based on cost per position, selective rack is the least expensive type of pallet rack. Selective rack is easy to install and easy to reconfigure should storage dimensions change. While not as durable as structural steel pallet racking, selective pallet rack can do the job in most cases.

Drive-in rack is a narrow storage system best for applications that utilize the “Last In, First Out” (or LIFO) method of inventory control. Pallets are stored on rails and access to the pallets is from the front. Pallets are stored back to back which creates a dense storage area. Drive-in rack is ideal for products that ship in and out of the warehouse quickly.

Push-back rack, much like drive-in rack, utilizes the LIFO method of inventory control. Pallets are stored on carts which move along rails. Unlike selective rack, which stores in a single pallet deep system, push-back rack can store pallets 2-5 deep. When the first skid or pallet is picked, material behind gently rolls forward on rails. All levels are accessible individually.

Pallet flow rack is a combination of elevated rails, wheels, and rollers. Pallet flow rack offers a high-density storage system which is ideal for operations using the “First In, First Out” (or FIFO) method of inventory control. Warehouses with minimal space are ideal for pallet flow rack, as aisle space can be reduced by as much as 75%

Industrial Shelving is typically used for storing smaller parts and boxes that are hand-loaded. These shelving units can be free-standing or bolted together. Pallet racks are heavy duty storage racks found in warehouses and big-box retailers such as Home Depot, Lowes, or Costco. Product is stored on pallets and loaded with a forklift or other powered industrial truck. Pallet rack is taller and wider than shelving.

The most common height for pallet rack frames is 16′. However, we have frames available from 8′ all the way to 60′ high. Depths range from 18″-72″. Pallet rack beams range in length from 4′ to 16′, with the most common beams being between 8′ and 12′ long, depending on the application.

Pallet supports are used to reinforce a pallet rack system. Supports are installed onto the step of the beam allowing storage of heavy pallets without worry. It is our recommendation to use two pallet supports per pallet position; they are the best insurance you will ever purchase!

Column protectors are installed on the bottom of a pallet rack frame and are designed to absorb impacts from forklifts and other moving equipment throughout the warehouse; protecting your employees, rack, and product from dangerous accidents. Column protectors are available at 12″, 24″, 36″, and 48″.

Waterfall decking is the most common style of wire deck. This type of decking sits in the step of the pallet rack beam. The support channel rests on the step and the “waterfall” wraps around the top of the beam.

Flush waterfall decks fit similarly to standard waterfall decking, with the only difference being that they do not hang over the top of the beam, the sit on the step of the beam.

Inverted wire decks are another common type of wire decking. This deck has a flange at the end of the support channel, making it easy to fit on step or box beams.

Lastly, flush flat wire decking simply sits flush on top of the beam.

Particle board or plywood decking should only be used in light duty storage applications, and even then is not recommended due to fire safety, ventilation, and sprinkler access reasons. Wire decking is the recommended style of decking in facilities today, especially considering many municipalities have local fire codes requiring the use of wire decking.

Other decking options that meet open-decking recommendations include Punch Decking, and SnapShelf Decking.

Row spacers provide a consistent amount of distance between two rows of pallet rack. Row spacers have a flange on each end to secure the spacer to the frame. Row spacers should be installed when there are multiple bays in a continuous row. The recommended number of row spacers per frame is as follows:

• Frames 4′ to 14′: 1 Row Spacer
• Frames 15′ to 24′: 2 Row Spacers
• Frames 25′ to 34′: 3 Row Spacers

A wall tie secures an individual section of pallet rack to the wall. The wall ties act as a stabilizer for the overall racking system. They are recommended in high-capacity storage scenarios and in areas where seismic activity is a concern. Two wall ties per upright are recommended in most situations.

Pallet rack netting is an inexpensive option to significantly increase safety within your facility. Rack Netting is hung underneath a pallet rack system, preventing product that has fallen off the racks from making it all the way to the ground. This protects your employees from injury as well as potentially reducing damage to fallen product.

According to RMI’s ANSI MH16.1, You should always anchor your pallet rack to the floor. The footplates on your rack’s uprights offer specific locations to place your anchors, which are essential to prevent the entire rack system from falling over as well as for enforcing uniform aisle spacing. The base plate in conjunction with the anchors are engineered to resist forces experienced at the base of the column, whether they be seismic forces caused by an earthquake, impact forces caused by a forklift collision, or other forces that can act upon the racking system. Anchored racks are more likely to remain upright, keeping your employees safe and your storage system intact.

It is easy to figure out what size rack you will need! First, determine the load depth, width, and height of the pallets that you plan on storing in your racking system. Second, get together a rough estimation of how many pallets you plan on storing. Third, call an ASI pallet rack specialist at (800) 876-3736 who can assist you in finding the right pallet rack system for your application!

Yes! Our Racking Department and industry-leading fabrication shop can customize racking to meet your needs. Our racking team can discuss custom pallet rack fabrication as an option with you during your quote if racking in the size you need is not available off-the-shelf. Most of the time, we have something available in our 500,000 sqft. pallet rack inventory that meets our client’s needs without customization!