Versatile Pallet Live Flow Racking System for High-Density Warehouse Storage

Pallet flow racking, also known as 'gravity flow', is a racking system that is a good solution when a first-in-first-out (FIFO) system is required. It is typically used in operations with high stock turnover and where quick access to products is required.

They are mainly found in production environments where multiple pallets of the same product are being produced. Others will use the flow rack layer to process orders ready for dispatch or to store product pallets multiple times in an order preparation system to prepare large numbers of boxes. They are also useful for companies with limited storage space or who wish to reduce operational costs.

With the pallet flow system, the pallets sit on a persistent wheel track with the racks positioned at a downward tilt angle, allowing the system to be gravity driven. The pallet is inserted at the highest degree of inclination on the pallet flow and is pulled by gravity to the other end of the rack where it is removed. This design ensures that there is a pallet at the front of the rack ready for pickup.

How Does Pallet Flow Racking System Work?

A pallet flow rack is designed with a slightly inclined track to create a downward tilt. As the pallet is loaded onto the system, it moves by gravity onto the rollers. The system is designed with brakes to control the flow. In a well-designed system, the load moves at a safe and controlled speed and when the load indicator at the front moves forward the load starts to move to any position. In the end, there is a stop ramp to ensure that the pallet is brought to a controlled stop. When the pallet is removed, it creates a space and the back of the pallet automatically rolls to its position.

Depending on the size of the pallet, different types of rollers will be used to ensure load flow, including full-width rollers, polycarbonate wheels, magnum wheel rollers, and skate wheel rollers. An automatic braking system is used to control the speed of movement, ensuring that the pallet movement system is always safe.

When deciding on the configuration of your flow pallet racking, consider the following factors:

• The type of products to be stored. For example, are they boxes, cartons, or something else?

• Type of pallet, wood, plastic, steel.

• The "footprint" of the load.

• The weight range of the load.

• The environment of the storage facility. For example, temperature and humidity.