Vertical space should be utilized to manage an effective warehouse or any storage space. The selection of industrial shelves is very important. The appropriate selection of the shelving system will lead to workflow improvement, can make it safer and spare money. So, it is time to jump into the most popular categories and make the right choice to help you.
1. Selective Pallet Racking
It is the reason as to why this classic warehouse arrangement is so popular; it is free and adaptable.
- Allows FIFO (First-In, First-Out) inventories
- Suited to SKU wide operations
- Adaptability of beam heights Photography
- Scalable, installable or reconfigurable easily
2. Drive‑In / Drive‑Through Racking
Ideal to stock large quantities of such goods as dairy, drinks or canned foodstuffs.
- Most suitable with LIFO (Last-In, First-Out) processes
- Makes most use of storage space since there are no aisles
- Needs loading/unloading of forklifts inside the rack
- Drive-ins have one-side access, while drive-throughs have access from both sides.
3. Push‑Back Racking
Somewhere between density and selectivity- excellent at deep shelves and heavy pallets.
- The pallets are situated on stacking carts on a slope rails
- Forward move forward; first pallet in is in the back; second one in; third in; push it to the back;
- Is more selective than drive-in systems
- Cuts down on the travel time of forklift and increases storage space
4. Flow (FIFO) Racking
Designed to be used in dynamic inventory control particularly in the perishable goods market segments.
- Pallet movement by gravity roller or wheel tracks is used
- Makes sure automatic rotated inventory: first-in first-out
- You need to load in the front end and unload in the back end
- Pharmaceutical, food, and consume eligible items
5. Cantilever Racking
These are specifically made to contain long or bulky objects such as piping, lumber, or tubing.
- Its open-front design allows it to store lengths that do not meet standard lengths
- Hands are spread out to carry weights
- Load capacities vary according to the arm’s size and thickness.
- There are no vertical barriers- convenient loading using forklift or cranes
6. Boltless / Rivet Shelving (Wire Decking)
Inexpensive, multi purpose shelving in light/ medium duty clients.
- Snap-fit or rivet assembly: no bolts are necessary or welds
- Very suitable light inventory: boxes, parts, tools
- Adjustable shelves height: according to stock changes
- By air circulation: Wire decking also provides visibility
Choosing the Right System: What to Consider
The following are the factors that you must consider when choosing industrial shelving in your business:
- Load requirements: Find out the weight and size of products you have
- Register capacity vs. access: LIFO, FIFO or neither?
- Space utilisation: Utilise the space as much as possible with safety.
- Material handling: Forklift type, width and frequency of picks in aisles
- Scalability: Will the operations escalate? Make it modularly designed
- Safety & compliance: Load ratings, bracing, seismic support, OSHA standards
Why Choose RightWayShelving?
Right Way Shelving realizes that shelving is not a one-size fits all thing. And here is why we are different:
- Special solutions, made just for your facility and inventory
- High-quality materials ensure years of reliable use.
- Professional advice, system pick up to installation
- Inexpensive, highly efficient, and scalable is how it works because you will only pay what is needed
FAQs
- What are these varieties of types of industrial shelving systems?
various types of industrial shelving are the selective pallet racking, drive-in/drive-through racking, push-back racking, flow racking, cantilever racks, and boltless shelving. These fulfill a certain storage requirement with respect to inventory size, weight, and the turnover.
- What kind of shelving is most space efficient in a warehouse?
Push back and drive in racking is good in space utilization. They reduce the aisle space and increase pallet positions per (square) feet. This makes them fit in the high-density storage.
- Which type of shelving system is appropriate to my business?
Consider your type of inventory, the frequency at which you pick your items, the space available, and whether or not you are using FIFO or LIFO. The solution of an expert in the production of shelving such as RightWay Shelving provides you with the optimal fit.
- Are boltless shelving industrially robust?
Boltless shelving does light to medium duty work pretty well. You can store tools, parts in it or even boxes. Pallet racking or cantilever racking is more suitable in case of heavy or heavy items.
- What are the differences between FIFO and LIFO systems of shelving?
Items that are delicate and easily spoiled or those that have to be sold within a short time settle well in FIFO (First-In, First-Out) systems like the flow racking. LIFO (Last-In, First-Out) such as drive-in racking, is used on products that have a longer shelf life or have a slower turnover.
