WAREHOUSE RACKING

Double Deep Pallet Racking Components

A Double Deep Racking system typically includes:

• Upright frames: Heavy-duty steel frames form the main load-bearing structure. Adjustable connection points allow beam heights to be configured around different pallet and product sizes.
• Load beams: Horizontal beams support the pallets and connect securely to the upright frames. Safety locking devices help prevent accidental beam dislodgement.
• Horizontal and diagonal bracing: Bracing strengthens the upright frames and helps maintain the stability of the racking structure.
• Pallet support bars or guide rails: These components provide additional pallet support and help operators position loads correctly within the deeper storage lanes.
• Column protectors and safety barriers: Protective components can be installed around upright bases, aisle ends and other high-risk areas to reduce damage caused by forklift impacts.

Benefits of Double Deep Pallet Racking

• Increases storage density by approximately 30-40% compared with Selective Pallet Racking
• Reduces the number of access aisles required
• Provides a cost-effective alternative to more complex high-density or automated systems
• Accommodates heavy palletised loads when appropriately designed
• Offers adjustable beam levels for different pallet and product sizes
• Can be expanded or reconfigured as storage requirements evolve
• Works well for storing multiple pallets of the same SKU

Important Considerations

Double Deep Racking offers greater storage density, but it does reduce direct pallet accessibility. The front pallet must generally be removed before the rear pallet can be accessed.

The system also requires compatible materials-handling equipment, typically a double-reach truck or reach truck fitted for double-deep operation. Warehouse aisle widths, lift heights, floor conditions and operator clearances must all be assessed during the design process.

Double Deep Racking may not be the best option for products with short shelf lives, highly varied stock profiles or strict first-in, first-out inventory requirements.

Suitable Applications

Double Deep Pallet Racking is well suited to warehouses that need to store high volumes of palletised goods while making better use of available floor space. Common applications include:

• Cold and chilled storage: Reducing aisle space can help increase pallet capacity within temperature-controlled environments.
• Industrial warehouses: Suitable for storing production materials, components and uniform palletised loads.
• FMCG distribution: A practical option for high-volume products with relatively few SKUs and suitable stock rotation requirements.
• Paper and packaging storage: Provides compact storage for palletised paper products, packaging materials and similar bulk goods.
• Parts and component distribution: Ideal where multiple pallets of the same component or product line are held in stock.

A Double Deep Racking System Designed Around Your Warehouse

The right racking system depends on more than pallet capacity alone. Retail Fixtures Australia can assess your warehouse layout, stock profile, load requirements and handling equipment to develop a practical Double Deep Racking solution.

Our team can assist with system planning, layout design, storage-capacity calculations, supply and professional installation.

Contact Retail Fixtures Australia to discuss your warehouse storage requirements and request a tailored solution.