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Pallet Flow Racking

Pallet Flow Racking Systems for Canadian Warehouses

Pallet Flow Racking is a high-density pallet storage system that operates on a first-in, first-out (FIFO) basis. Pallets ride on sloped, gravity-fed rollers, loading at one end of the lane and flowing forward to the pick face at the other as product is removed, providing smooth, continuous access to stock. NAS Group's Pallet Flow Racking supports a wide range of applications for Canadian operations, including just-in-time (JIT) inventory management and cold storage logistics.

Depth
Deep Lane (18+ Pallets)
Access
Dual Face (Load / Pick)
Rotation
FIFO
SKU Selectivity
Lane-Level
Detailed view of sloped roller track lanes and floor protection guards installed within an industrial Pallet Flow Racking system.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Stores more pallets per square foot than Selective Racking, making the most of your warehouse space.
  • Rack height is limited only by your lift trucks' maximum reach.
  • Fewer aisles and lift truck trips, which is especially valuable in cold storage.
  • Accommodates a range of pallet sizes and types, with full-width roller options for added flexibility.
  • FIFO rotation in every lane keeps date-sensitive product moving.
Angle view of a multi-level gravity Pallet Flow Racking system showing sloped roller beds and palletized goods stored on blue steel frames.

Deep-Lane 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 Shelf / Rack Supported Storage Platforms.

Enhanced Safety & 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 Racking tunnels or secondary aisles. Only the load and unload beams 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.
Forklift operator positioning goods inside a large distribution facility featuring a multi-tier Pallet Flow Racking system loaded with shrink-wrapped inventory.

Date-Sensitive Storage

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. Its high density means less refrigerated space to cool per pallet, while fewer aisles and lift trucks keep operations efficient.

Storage Solutions, Installed Across Canada

With teams based in Whitby, Ontario, and Calgary, Alberta, NAS Group designs, manufactures, and installs storage solutions for facilities nationwide. Find the service area nearest your facility.

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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. Pallet Flow Racking stores more pallets in less floor space by eliminating most aisles, so there's less refrigerated space to cool per pallet position. Its FIFO rotation also helps keep perishable and date-sensitive product moving, which is a key requirement in most cold storage operations.
Can Pallet Flow Racking handle different pallet sizes?
Yes. Full-width roller options allow Pallet Flow Racking to accommodate a range of pallet sizes and types, rather than a single fixed pallet configuration. NAS Group can help you specify roller and lane setups around the pallets you actually use.
What's the difference between Pallet Flow Racking and Drive In Racking?
Pallet Flow Racking uses sloped, roller-equipped lanes that load pallets from one end and dispense them from the other on a first-in, first-out basis, while Drive In Racking requires forklifts to enter the structure and typically operates last-in, first-out since pallets load and unload from the same aisle. Pallet Flow costs more per position but delivers faster picking and true FIFO rotation, which matters for date-sensitive or perishable inventory.