There are many types of pallet racking systems and, depending on the products you are storing, you may want to look at each system to evaluate its' appropriateness for meeting your needs and requirements. The use of these systems allow an entrepreneur to keep a large inventory in a relatively small space stored vertically.

Many businesses that have products that are approximately the same size and will be kept on pallets use a selective racking system. This system stores inventory one pallet deep in up to 50 standard frames that are normally in one or two configurations. The systems are usually designed with a welded and bolt truss with four columns so that there are no weld brackets to impede loading or removing pallets from any frame. This system provides easy access to all of the products of a large inventory at all times.

A roll form rack system is manufactured with flat rolled carbon steel. These systems are often used for heavy parts or equipment because they have a minimum yield of 50,000 PSI. Depending on the region where these systems are installed, there may be a height regulations on the frames that may be vertically erected for safety purposes.

Pallets rest on horizontal beams that are held together with clipping mounts. The VNA, Very Narrow Aisle Pallet Racking Systems is made for tight configurations and is often used for products such as barrels. The system has tracking that leads from storage to a loading area and be restocked easily.

These systems are most commonly used in conjunction with conveyor systems that move large, heavy and awkward containers through a series of designated areas within a holding area. The systems can be made in different sizes to meet the needs of the business. They often provide maximum availability for products and ease of accessibility to items that would normally require much more space to keep in an inventory.

Controlling inventory is easier using the systems because you can see what you have visually, rather than trying to guess where products are located. In addition, the cost of installing these systems is low when compared to the return on investment that is received by having more control over your immediate inventory.

The system that you select will be an important factor in developing a system for controlling and maintaining your inventory. The technological advances made in the design and construction of the systems allows many to be automated from the time the product is placed on the pallet until it is off-loaded to a truck.

When you are considering the pallet racking systems that will be most suited to meet your needs, it will be important to talk to a professional who has knowledge and experience in your industry, storage needs and the different systems available that will fit in the space that you will be using. They will be able to give you information and details about the benefits of each system and the most effective system for your needs and help you to create a plan for the system that will grow with your business.