What is a Pallet Flow Rack System?
Pallet flow racking is a first-in, first-out pallet storage system. This gravity flow system utilizes gravity and rollers to pull a lane of pallets forward into the picking face after removing the first pallet. This system offers high-density storage for multiple pallets of the same SKU number – it can store up to 20 pallets in one lane.
Pallet flow rack systems are custom-designed and engineered around your specific pallet. Depending on the shape and size of your pallet/product, you may need different-sized rollers or wheels. While oversized pallets with heavy loads may require industrial 2” metal rollers, smaller wheels/track systems could suffice for smaller loads.
Wheel and roller circumference and width vary as well. A larger circumference wheel or roller moves pallets more slowly than smaller wheels. Send the manufacturer a sample pallet with the exact dimensions and product to determine what rollers to use.
A sample pallet allows the manufacturer to test the pallet on the system and ensure the proper width, roller circumference, speed, etc. Many variables must be custom-engineered with pallet flow racking systems.
Manufacturers will install brake rollers to slow pallets, so they don’t come flying in. Pallet speed is another factor tested with a loaded pallet during the manufacturing process.
Pallet Flow Manufacturers
We offer pallet flow rack from the following manufacturers. To learn more about each manufacturer’s product offerings, click on their logo below or contact us, and we’ll be happy to answer questions.
When to Recommend a Pallet Flow System
Storing Multiple Pallets of the Same SKU. When a customer has more than one pallet of the same SKU number, a high-density system like pallet flow might be the perfect fit. Pallet flow can store pallets up to 20 positions deep without space-hogging aisles.
Quoting Pallet Flow Rack
At WPRP, we help dealers connect their clients to the right storage products. We are a dealer resource and are happy to answer any questions about systems or the quoting process. When quoting pallet flow, be sure to obtain these details:
As always, the more information, the better. Don’t hesitate to ask questions and obtain as many details as possible to accurately quote a system. Each pallet flow system is custom-built around the customer’s pallets and load. Be sure to acquire all necessary information about their pallets to relay to the manufacturer.
Contact Us
If you have questions about pallet flow rack, we can help! Call us at 888-578-1579 or fill out a quote request form below. We look forward to hearing from you!
