Understanding the Different Types of Industrial Racking

Manufacturers know that storing and transporting their equipment,  parts and products takes careful planning, especially in finding the racking system that works best for your business’s specific needs. Here are some options to keep in mind as you decide on an industrial shelving solution for your company.

Racking Systems For Shipping And Storage

Whether you’re holding pieces for future processing or storing sales inventory, you need racks that allow you to do it efficiently and cost-effectively. Some options include:

• Returnable racks: These alternatives to wood pallets are a money-saving option for shipping because they’re sturdy enough to be reused.
• Shipping and storage racks: These warehouse racking systems can be designed for the needs of any industry. They’re made to handle heavy weight for the long term, making them an effective solution for storing industrial inventory.
• End-item racks and crates: These custom options are designed with a particular product in mind to make shipping easier and less costly.

Racking Systems For Your Assembly Line

Before you can store or ship a product, you have to manufacture it — which means it’s important to have the right racks to keep your assembly line running smoothly. You might consider:

• Assembly racks: Instead of spending time removing and then replacing individual parts, workers can move these full carts directly onto an assembly line.
• Work-in-progress racks: Many manufacturing processes require moving unfinished materials from one station or assembly line to another. This process is faster and safer if you use this custom solution designed for particular items.

Custom Rack Fabrication

Instead of settling for a premade option that doesn’t quite fit your operations, you can save time and money by having rack systems designed with your needs in mind. Examples include:

• Custom material handling and moving carts:  Streamline your operations with purpose-built carts for transporting and storing particularly large or uniquely shaped parts and products.
• Custom baskets and containers: This type of warehouse racking is ideal for stamped parts like car bumpers. Save space and time by using a solution that makes it simple to load, move and store unwieldy objects.
• Custom stack racks: When you’re maintaining an extensive inventory, you need efficient industrial shelving. You can use specially constructed stackable racks to get the most out of your warehouse space.
• Custom industrial carts: You can design a cart for every application — anything from shipping containers for flammable materials to storage carts for AV equipment.