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Pushback Racking

Pushback Racking Systems for Canadian Warehouses

Pushback Racking is a high-density pallet storage system that stores pallets two to six deep on nested carts, all loaded and retrieved from a single aisle. As each new pallet is loaded, it pushes the ones behind it back, and when the front pallet is removed, the next one rolls forward automatically. NAS Group's Pushback Racking systems give Canadian warehouses more storage density than Selective Racking while offering more SKU selectivity than Drive In Racking, with each lane able to hold a different product.

Depth
2 to 6 Pallets
Access
Single Aisle
Rotation
LIFO
SKU Selectivity
Lane-Level
Front view of a red steel Pushback Racking solution with empty bays and yellow floor guides in a distribution center.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Faster pallet access than Drive In Racking, since forklifts load and unload from the aisle without entering the rack.
  • Stores more pallets per square foot than Selective Racking, with height limited only by your lift trucks.
  • Each lane can hold a different SKU, so multiple products stay accessible from a single aisle.
  • Accommodates a range of pallet sizes and weights.
Low-angle view looking up at a multi-tier blue and orange Pushback Racking structure designed for high-density pallet storage.

Space-Saving Density

By storing pallets several deep, Pushback Racking eliminates many of the aisles a Selective Racking layout needs, freeing up floor space for more storage. Rack height is limited only by your lift trucks' maximum reach, so you can build up as well as back.
Ground-level view of grey Pushback Racking cart mechanisms resting on floor-mounted orange rails within green upright frames.

Efficient Inventory Management

Dedicating each lane to a single SKU or batch keeps inventory organized and easy to track. With the front pallet always at the pick face, operators can see and reach stock quickly without searching through the rack.
Close-up view of nested cart rails and color-coded Pushback Racking nesting trays installed on an industrial rack frame.

Adaptable Layouts

Pushback Racking can be installed against a wall or back-to-back, so building columns won't interfere with your packing aisles. Lane depths, beam levels, and cart configurations can all be tailored to your space, lift trucks, and inventory mix.

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

How does Pushback Racking work?
Pallets load from the front of the lane and rest on nested carts that ride on rails set at a slight decline. Loading a new pallet pushes the ones behind it back; removing the front pallet lets gravity feed the next one forward. This makes Pushback Racking a last-in, first-out system within each lane.
What's the difference between Pushback Racking and Drive In Racking?
Both are high-density systems, but they suit different inventory. Pushback Racking lets each lane and level hold a different SKU, so you can access more SKUs from the same aisle. Drive In Racking offers higher density and a lower cost per pallet position, making it the better fit when you're storing large quantities of the same SKU.
How deep can a Pushback Racking lane be?
Pushback Racking typically supports lane depths of two to six pallets. Deeper lanes increase storage density but reduce selectivity, so the right depth depends on how many SKUs you need to access independently. NAS Group can help you configure lane depths around your SKU mix and available space.
Is Pushback Racking FIFO or LIFO?
Pushback Racking is a last-in, first-out system, since the most recently loaded pallet is always at the front of the lane. If you need strict first-in, first-out rotation, Pallet Flow Racking is usually the better choice.
What is Pushback Racking best suited for?
Pushback Racking works well for warehouses with a moderate number of SKUs and several pallets of each, where LIFO rotation is acceptable. It's a common fit for beverage, retail, cold storage, and general distribution operations that need more density than Selective Racking while keeping multiple SKUs accessible from a single aisle.

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