Double Deep Pallet Racking

Double Deep Pallet Racking

Double Deep Pallet Rack system is a variation on Selective Pallet Rack system and is best understood in comparison to it. Selective Pallet Racking, two single rows of pallet racks are placed back-to-back. But in Double Deep Racking, four single rows of pallet racks are placed back-to-back. This arrangement limits immediate accessibility to only the two aisle facing pallet rows. Ideal storage, system for companies that have high volume distributed SKUs, It employs LIFO principle. 

Double Deep Pallet Racking is a variation of normal Selective Racking where the pallets are stored two deep. However, since they are two loads deep you will need a double deep reach truck with an extendable pantograph to load and unload from these pallet rack systems.

This style of racking allows each front pallet to be removed or put away as per normal selective rack, with a second pallet stored behind.  The advantage of this type of racking is ‘storage density’ allowing more racking and less aisles in your warehouse. The only issue occurs in access to the rear pallet as the front one needs to be removed first.

This type of racking also requires a double deep forklift and bottom beam fitted to accommodate the fork lift out rigger legs.

For high level storage it is recommended that guide rails are fitted for safe pallet placement.

Double Deep Racking systems include:

  • Rack uprights in a range of widths, depths, and thicknesses
  • A versatile range of beam sections, with three or four-tang welded connectors
  • The unique diamond-slot profile which provides a stronger and more efficient interlock between upright and beam
  • Strong frame bracing
  • Guide rails with pallet stops ensure safe pallet put-away and retrieval
  • Racking end protection for safe operation
  • Front and rear upright protectors to minimise damage

Double-depth or double deep are used in warehouses where high storage density and constant access to products are required. Due to the installation of such racks, the number of aisles for warehouse equipment is reduced. They have proven themselves excellently in warehouses with a high rental value or directly with an expensive cost of land for the construction of a warehouse.

Benefits of Double Deep Pallet Racking
• Efficient use of floor space with a good aisle/shelving ratio
• Increase storage density by around 30-40% with good selectivity
• Keep product lines together by storing two pallets deep
• Easily reconfigured to adjust shelf levels or convert to selective racking
• A Cost-effective racking configuration

This type of racking system has the ability to store homogeneous goods – homogeneous pallets such as food, consumer product, storage center, high- volume product

It is a versatile and efficient racking solution with a good balance between pallet selectivity and pallet storage density. Pallets are placed two rows deep instead of one in double-deep racking systems, similar to selective racking, thus resulting in a higher storage density. The pallets are still accessible simply and rapidly. By default, our framework is designed to be installed against a wall or in conjunction with another double deep-section behind it, resulting in a 65% increase in floor area. Reconfiguration can be done to the changing storage needs Enables more efficiency, eliminates unnecessary aisles, and maximizes the use of available space. Can also be established in automated warehouses through stacker cranes with telescopic forks. Ideal for homogeneous or identical product warehouses