The Benefits of Pallet Racking

We here at BuyMetalShelving.com know that you are looking here because you have some stuff to store–odds are A LOT OF STUFF.  And we want to help.  That is why we have done several comparison blog posts of differing racking and shelving styles, side-by-side, and showing their strengths and weaknesses as well as applications.

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Please feel free to look over past blog posts to find some of these informative comparisons.  But today we want to take about the basics and why/how…


…pallet racking of any style can benefit your warehouse or distribution center.

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First off: good, sturdy pallet racking of any style helps save space–period.  Going ‘up’ is always better than spreading ‘out’ across the floor space.  At any and all times you should go up in order to maximize the space available in your warehouse.  Remember when buying or renting a building you are charged by square feet, so making the most of all vertical square feet is a priority.

Pallet racking is designed in order to accommodate forklifts.  Pallet racking also holds an INSANE amount of weight–safely, if assembled under professional guidance.  Spending money in the investment and stacking upwards will not only save space, but it will save a lot of money in the long run as well…

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Next; Since pallet racking is made from high quality steel and is designed to resist minor bumps and dents, it can make your warehouse much safer than just staking crates and boxes upon each other–all of which can topple or become a liability issue.  Having pallet racking made from heavy duty steel also ensures its durability and ensures it will serve you for years and years to come.

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Oft times we find places that are selling used pallet racking.  That is cool, because not only do we buy it, but we sell used pallet racking as well.  However when purchasing BuyMetalShelving.com always–ALWAYS–advises you to make sure each beam, each upright, each system has been fully inspected by a professional.

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DO NOT buy anything otherwise.  Remember these pallet racking systems are going to hold literally thousands of pounds above your workers and clients.  Be safe and don’t be cheap–get the quality, inspected stuff.

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Here at BuyMetalShelving.com we not only inspect each beam, each upright and each bolting system that comes in used, we double check our work to ensure peace of mind with our customers and their employees/clients.

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Finally pallet racking can make your warehouse run more efficiently as it helps organize and arrange your large and heavy products.  Pallet racking systems are designed to help store and pull products faster and easier.  These are going to enhance and make your business more efficient in the process.