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Pallet Flow Racking

Pallet Flow Racking Systems for Canadian Warehouses

Pallet Flow Racking operates on the FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principle. This system allows for loading multiple pallets at one end and retrieving them from the opposite end, ensuring smooth and continuous access. This versatile system can be applied to various applications and industries, including JIT (Just in Time) inventory management and cold storage logistics, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness across a wide range of operations.

Depth
Deep lane (~18+ deep)
Access
Dual face (Load / Pick)
Rotation
FIFO
SKU Selectivity
Lane-level
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Key Features & Benefits

  • Pallet Flow Racking offers higher density storage compared to Selective Racking, maximizing warehouse space.
  • Height limitation is determined by the maximum lift height of the forklifts.
  • Reduces aisle traffic and lift truck use, especially efficient in cold storage.
  • Compatible with various pallet sizes and types, with full-width roller options for flexibility.
  • Supports FIFO of SKUs by lane, optimal for date-sensitive storage.
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Maximizing Space with Flexible, Versatile Storage

Designed for operations with deep pallet storage, Pallet Flow Racking is an ideal solution to maximize warehouse space. The system adapts flexibly to various warehouse heights and forklift capabilities, while also catering to a diverse range of pallet sizes and types. This makes it a strong match for automated retrieval systems and complex setups, including Pick Towers and Rack-Supported Storage Platforms, with full-width roller options that accommodate different pallet types for unparalleled flexibility.

High-angle view inside a high-density pallet flow racking structure showing multiple levels of inclined metal roller tracks mounted on blue steel frames.

Enhanced Safety and Efficiency

In warehouse operations, prioritizing safety and efficiency is crucial. Pallet Flow Racking significantly improves retrieval times by eliminating the need for lift trucks to navigate through Drive-In tunnels or secondary aisles. Only load and unload beam and rack frames are exposed to lift truck impact, reducing the risk of damage, and aisle frames can be reinforced for safer forklift movement and long-term durability.

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Optimal for Specialized Storage Needs

Pallet Flow Racking is especially advantageous for environments requiring careful handling of date-sensitive items, such as Just-In-Time (JIT) operations, and for freezer or cold storage facilities — reducing aisle traffic and the need for multiple lift trucks leads to significant energy savings and operational efficiency.

Pallet Flow Racking, Installed Across Canada

From Ontario to Alberta and beyond, NAS Group designs, manufactures, and installs Pallet 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 Pallet Flow Racking used for?
Pallet Flow Racking is used for deep-lane, high-density pallet storage where product needs to move on a first-in, first-out (FIFO) basis. Pallets are loaded at the high end of a sloped lane and gravity-feed forward on rollers as product is picked from the low end, making it ideal for warehouses with large volumes of the same SKU, such as food, beverage, and cold storage operations.
How does Pallet Flow Racking improve retrieval speed?
Pallet Flow Racking uses gravity-fed rollers so pallets automatically advance to the pick face as product is removed, eliminating the travel time lift trucks would otherwise spend navigating into and out of deep storage lanes. Combined with FIFO rotation, this keeps picking continuous and reduces the number of forklift movements needed per pick.
Is Pallet Flow Racking good for cold storage or freezer warehouses?
Yes, it's especially well-suited to cold storage and freezer environments. Because it reduces the number of aisles forklifts need to travel and cuts down on the number of lift trucks required, it helps minimize the time doors and coolers stay open, leading to meaningful energy savings and more efficient operations.
Can Pallet Flow Racking handle different pallet sizes?
Yes. Full-width roller options allow the system to accommodate a range of pallet sizes and types, making it adaptable for automated retrieval systems, Pick Towers, and Rack-Supported Storage Platforms setups rather than a single fixed pallet configuration.