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Carton Flow Racking

Carton Flow Racking Systems for Canadian Warehouses

Carton Flow Racking utilizes gravity to facilitate efficient item movement. Products are loaded into the higher end of the rack and glide down gently to the lower end, thanks to the slightly inclined shelves. As an item is picked from the unloading end, the next item automatically rolls into position, ensuring a constant, seamless supply. This system is particularly effective for managing small items and cartons, ensuring that products are always accessible at the picking point.

Unit
Case / Tote
Access
Dual face (Load / Pick)
Rotation
FIFO
Ergonomics
High
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Key Features & Benefits

  • Carton Flow Racking enhances selectivity for small items per bay, optimizing space utilization.
  • Ergonomic design facilitates access to pick levels, improving worker comfort and productivity.
  • Adaptable for cartons or small containers with multiple shelf levels featuring roller rails and dividers.
  • Increases retrieval efficiency and accuracy, suitable for various high-activity picking applications.
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Versatile, Efficient & Accurate Picking

Carton Flow Racks are built for high-activity, open picking environments like distribution centers, streamlining multi-lane order operations and boosting overall productivity. Because each product has its own designated lane, unnecessary movement is minimized — maximizing retrieval speed and pick accuracy in fast-paced, multi-lane environments.

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Ergonomically Optimized for Accessibility

Designed with ergonomics in mind, Carton Flow Racks allow easy access to pick levels, accommodating a range of worker heights and reducing physical strain. This improves comfort and efficiency in high-volume picking environments. See how it played out for a construction hardware distributor who improved order picking efficiency and storage density with a custom Carton Flow system.

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Customizable and Adaptable to Your Operation

Equipped with roller rails, dividers, and a slight decline in shelf levels, Carton Flow Racks hold a wide range of carton sizes and types while keeping product flow consistent and effortless. With various roller types, lane dividers, and sloped display trays available, the system can be tailored to your carton sizes, materials, weights, and visibility needs.

Carton Flow Racking, Installed Across Canada

From Ontario to Alberta and beyond, NAS Group designs, manufactures, and installs Carton Flow Racking systems built for the demands of Canadian warehouses. Our in-house engineering and installation teams work directly with your operation to configure a system suited to your space, throughput, and rotation needs, backed by coast-to-coast service and support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carton Flow Racking used for?
Carton Flow Racking is used to store and pick small, hand-loaded items like cartons, totes, and cases in high-volume warehouses. Gravity-fed rollers move product automatically from the load side to the pick side, cutting travel time and keeping SKUs organized for fast, accurate order fulfillment.
Does Carton Flow Racking rotate stock automatically (FIFO)?
Yes. Because product loads from the back and picks from the front, Carton Flow naturally enforces first-in, first-out rotation without staff having to manage it manually. This makes it a common choice for perishable goods, dated inventory, and high-turn SKUs.
Can Carton Flow Racking be added to existing pallet rack or shelving?
In most cases, yes. Carton Flow lanes can be retrofitted into existing pallet racking, shelving, or pick modules, making it possible to upgrade picking efficiency without a full warehouse redesign. Our team can assess your current structure to confirm compatibility.
How much does Carton Flow Racking cost?
Cost depends on lane depth, number of levels, wheel vs. roller track, and total system size, so pricing is typically quoted per project rather than as a flat rate. Get in touch with our team for a quote based on your layout and throughput needs.