WAREHOUSE RACKING

Mezzanine Racking Components

A rack-supported mezzanine typically includes:

• Upright frames: Heavy-duty frames support both the storage system and elevated structure.
• Load beams: Beams connect the uprights and contribute to the structural framework.
• Floor joists or purlins: These distribute loads and support the mezzanine flooring.
• Floor decking: Decking may vary according to the intended application and loading requirements.
• Staircases and access systems: Provide movement between warehouse levels.
• Handrails, guardrails and pallet gates: Safety components protect exposed edges and designated loading areas.

Benefits of Mezzanine Racking

• Makes productive use of available warehouse height
• Creates additional usable floor space
• Combines pallet storage with picking or operational areas
• May reduce the need for relocation or building expansion
• Allows different activities to be separated vertically
• Can be tailored around different warehouse workflows

Important Considerations

Mezzanine Racking requires careful consideration of structural loading, access, fire protection, lighting, building services and relevant regulatory requirements.

The available warehouse height must also allow sufficient clearance both above and below the mezzanine level.

The proposed activities on the upper floor will influence the required floor loading and overall design.

Suitable Applications

• E-commerce fulfilment: Upper levels can support shelving and order picking while pallet stock remains below.
• 3PL operations: Creates additional usable storage and processing space within an existing facility.
• Pick and pack operations: Dedicated picking, packing or dispatch preparation areas can be separated from bulk storage.
• Manufacturing: Can create space for parts storage, assembly or supporting operations.
• Retail and wholesale distribution: Provides additional space for slower-moving inventory or hand-picked products.

A Mezzanine Racking System Designed Around Your Warehouse

Every mezzanine project needs to consider the building as well as the storage system.

Retail Fixtures Australia can work with you to assess available warehouse height, storage requirements, floor loading, workflow and access requirements before developing an appropriate solution.

Contact Retail Fixtures Australia to discuss how you could make better use of your existing warehouse volume.