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Here are some storage rack products that have recently crossed our editors
Staff -- Modern Materials Handling, 10/1/2002
Sturdy modular flow rack
Gravity flow rack, 5 feet wide by 3 feet deep and 5 feet high, provides flexible and efficient first-in/first-out inventory control for point-of-use just-in-time assembly operations. The rack's rugged 16-gauge steel tubing is manufactured with a tube wall thickness over twice that of typical flow racks. Its pivoting stamped steel fittings ensure structural integrity for securing angled armatures.
Quixxsmart Structures, Inc.
978-536-5000
www.quixxsmart.com
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Versatile Pallet rack system
A drive-in/drive-thru pallet rack system provides a wide range of floor-to-ceiling storage configurations to reduce the number of conventional traffic aisles and lower overall storage costs. Versatile front-to-back or back-to-back arrangements provide vehicles with multiple modes of entry for pallet placement and make the rack system suitable for first-in, last-out inventory management.
SpaceRak
800-336-3926
www.spacerak.net
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Maximum utilization of vertical space
The easily assembled Stack Rack offers high-volume storage and movement of materials by utilizing vertical space rather than floor space. The racks can be stacked up to five layers high with a capacity of up to 4,000 pounds.
Morgan Marshall Industries, Inc.
972-618-8267
www.morganmarshall.com
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Store long & flat materials
Freestanding cantilever racks designed to accommodate any long or flat materials increase storage capacity, improve product identification, and facilitate the storage and retrieval of unwieldy materials.
Jarke Corp.
800-722-5255
www.jarke.com
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Durable, stackable wire racks
Constructed of heavy-duty wire with zinc plating for extra durability, stackable wire platform racks offer sturdy storage of manufactured products, components and other merchandise. Standard dimensions include a width of 18 inches and lengths of 36, 48, and 60 inches.
Eagle MHC
800-637-5100
www.eaglegrp.com
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Shelves with cantilevered monorail
A full extension shelf with a monorail attached to the top of the unit requires minimal floor space and reduces the risk of back injuries caused by maneuvering heavy materials. The shelving unit eases materials handling by allowing workers to roll out the shelf, pick up an item with an overhead hoist and transport it directly to the work area.
Proper Storage Systems
800-516-0138
www.properstorage.com
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Rack frame of closed-tube construction
A pallet rack featuring a tubular upright frame constructed from 14-gauge high-strength steel provides greater rigidity than conventional open-back uprights. Its teardrop fastening system makes the rack adjustable and compatible with a variety of beam sizes. Post sizes are 3 x 3 inches or 3 x 1-5/8 inches, and standard sizes include 36, 42 and 48 inches deep by 28 feet high.
Wireway/Husky Corporation
800-438-5629
www.wirewayhusky.com
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Roll-out racks
Comprised of a series of double-sided, vertically stacked receptacles, a roll-out rack system offers a convenient method of storing steel and other materials of various sizes and shapes in virtually any length and weight. The system utilizes the cube in racks up to 20 feet high to increase storage space and makes any material easily accessible with the use of an overhead crane. Receptacles can be fully exposed with the use of a hand crank, eliminating the need for stacking materials.
Steel Storage Systems
800-442-0291
www.steelstorage.com
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Abuse-resistant racks
Designed to withstand the toughest environments, the SK3000 structural pallet racks are constructed of hot-rolled structural channel steel frame columns, structural angle frame braces and high-strength, dual-bolt beam connections. A factory welded frame construction with full horizontal and diagonal bracing increases the rack's strength and durability, making it impact resistant.
Steel King Industries, Inc.
800-553-3096
www.steelking.com
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Protection against loaD spillage
Rack-Shield used in combination with rack decking protects pallet loads from spilling, slipping or becoming dislodged during storage or retrieval. Wire mesh panels can be attached easily to the rear opening of pallet rack rows. The panels are resistance welded at every wire crossover point, giving the Rack-Shield a longer service life.
Adrian Fabricators, Inc.
800-221-3794
www.cargotainer.com
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High-density storage solution
Advance Lo-Pro Pushback system is available in 2-, 4- and 6-deep pushback configurations to store more products in the same space as conventional selective rack. The system, which can be fitted to any brand of rack and to any type of beams, allows customers to store a variety of pallet sizes, and even pallets that are poorly constructed or have no bottom boards.
Advance Storage Products
714-902-9000
www.advancestorage.com
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Wire decking for high visibility
Easily installed wire construction decking with reinforced channels creates high visibility for inventory inspection. Its wire mesh improves air circulation and increases water penetration, making overhead sprinklers more effective. The wire construction dividers separate products for efficient order picking.
ITC
800-567-6592
www.itcmfg.com
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