Selective pallet racking is one of the most versatile and economical storage systems for distribution facilities. Because selective pallet racks offer high visibility and easy access to each pallet, these systems are ideal for high-capacity operations with many product types or variations. In addition, selective pallet racking maximizes the use of vertical space to help improve rack management.
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Selective pallet racking provides direct access to every pallet in storage, making it ideal for operations with a high number of SKU counts requiring quick product accessibility. This design allows operators to select any pallet from the rack without moving other pallets. Selective pallet racking systems provide access to every pallet, but they typically offer a lower storage density than different racking types, such as pallet flow racking and push back racking.
At Twinlode Automation, we can custom engineer a selective racking system based on typical pallet weight, unit size, special customer requirements, and a business’s unique layout. Our engineers have decades of combined experience developing flexible, heavy-duty, and structurally sound systems that deliver many years of reliable service.
Consider the two primary types of selective pallet rack systems we offer.
Single selective racks are a single-deep pallet rack storage solution, allowing any pallet on the rack to be picked without moving other pallets. Single-deep selective pallet racks consist of vertical upright frames and horizontal load beams. These high-capacity beams and welded trusses give the storage structure stability.
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Additionally, single selective pallet racking supports a first-in, first-out (FIFO) inventory management method, allowing the first pallets stored to be the first ones picked. These systems offer easy accessibility to each unit using nearly any model of material handling equipment.
This racking system has the capacity to store two pallets deep and supports a last-in, first-out (LIFO) inventory management method. The primary advantage of double-deep pallet racking is its high storage density. Since this racking holds more pallets than single-deep solutions, businesses can achieve a 50% increase in storage density as compared to generic selective racking.
Although double-deep pallet racks offer significantly more storage density than single-deep systems, they require the operator to manually maneuver the unit in the front of the rack to access the pallets in the rear.
Selective racking systems are among the most commonly used in the storage industry. The system components are readily available and enable fast and easy installation. Several primary benefits operations experience when implementing these systems include:
Despite their popularity, it’s critical to remember that selective pallet racking systems are not a one-size-fits-all solution for all businesses. Understanding a facility’s distribution dynamics and considering the product types and variations an operation handles is critical for choosing the optimal system. Industries that utilize these systems include cold storage, food and beverage, agriculture, retail, and manufacturing.
The following operations typically benefit most from selective racking systems: