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Material handling: The interplay of rack and pallet
January 23, 2009
In researching an article on pallets for Modern's March issue, it occurred to me how the most carefully planned and intricately designed rack system can turn into an utter failure if the pallets to be used in the system aren't factored in. My contacts at Buckhorn, makers of plastic pallets, told me that some pallets are suitable for storage in racks – but not all racks are created equal. They usually recommend testing any pallet proposed in the application prior to implementing a full racking system.
To determine pallet capacity limitations, it is important to understand the different pallet rack types available, the orientation of the pallet in the rack and how the pallet will be supported. Keep these rack specifications in mind, whether you're shopping for pallets or for rack:
Edge Rackable (Unsupported) - When racked, the pallet gets support only on two edges of the pallet with no central support. This could be a drive-in rack or a standard/structural rack with no center support; different capacities apply, depending on the rails and orientation of the pallet in the rack. Only select pallets are suitable for this true edge-rack storage.
Standard Rack (Partially Supported) - When racked, the pallet gets support on the front and back edge, as well as central support from a 2" x 4" wood plank or other support positioned perpendicular to the rails.
Not Rackable (Full Support) – Lightweight and medium-duty pallets are designed only for floor loading or to stack on other pallets. These pallets are not recommended for racking unless the rack system is fully supported by wire/mesh or other decking to provide equivalent support the pallet would receive on the floor.
Posted by Tom Andel on January 23, 2009 | Comments (3)
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at 2/10/2009 8:03:38 AM, Gary E Haffer commented:
I second what you are stating. What is really required is a "storage systems integrator". If a pallet racking system is investigated properly then costly mistakes can be avoided. Again companies like Boston Rack offers a full service system integration service so that you don't put the wrong pallets on the wrong racks.
