Looking to buy pallet racking online? Whether you’re outfitting a new warehouse or expanding your current storage system, it’s essential to choose the right racking components for your needs. At Lean Material Handling, we make it easy to get the parts you need — and understand what you’re buying.
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Key Pallet Racking Components Explained
1. Upright Frames
Also called columns or uprights, these vertical supports determine your rack height and depth.
- Height: Common sizes range from 96″ to 240″+
- Depth: 36″, 42″, and 48″ are most typical
- Seismic rating: Required in earthquake zones
2. Beams
These horizontal supports hold pallets between uprights.
- Beam length: Most common are 96″ and 144″
- Beam profile: Box or step beams for wire decking compatibility
- Capacity: Match to load requirements per level
3. Wire Mesh Decks
Drop-in shelves that improve safety and meet fire code requirements.
- Width: Matches beam length (typically 46″ or 52″)
- Depth: Matches upright depth (36″, 42″, etc.)
- Capacity: Match to pallet weight per level
4. Rack Anchors & Safety Accessories
Anchors secure the system to the floor, while accessories like column protectors and load plaques keep your system safe and compliant.
📏 What to Know Before You Buy
- Know your pallet size and weight. Load data determines beam strength and spacing.
- Consider your ceiling height and forklift reach. That impacts the number of levels and frame height.
- Local seismic code compliance. Especially important in areas like California and BC.
- Wire decking required by fire code. Avoid wood or particle board for most commercial applications.
- Need help? We can guide you through layout, compliance, and freight.
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