Pallet Flow Rack Storage Systems
high density, first in, first out racking systems
NOTE: pallet flow racks are engineered products that are
quoted per-application and may take time to adequately research for accuracy.
The other basic rack styles
are: Selective or Drive-in, Double-deep, and Push back racks.
Flow Storage consists of two
elements: a static rack structure and dynamic
flow rails. The flow rails are a track/roller system set
at a decline along the length of the rack. Flow rails allow loads
to move by gravity from the loading end to the unloading end.
Each flow lane includes self-energized speed controllers (brakes)
to gently control the speed of movement within the flow lanes. As
a load is removed, the loads behind it move forward to the
unloading position. The flow system depth, height, and width are
limited only by the size of your facility and the capabilities of
your material handling equipment. Flow Storage
solutions are used in situations where storage density and
inventory rotation are priorities.
The Advantages of
Flow Rack Systems:
First-in, first-out (FIFO)
inventory control.
Loads are transported, via the flow rails from the loading
end to the unloading end of the storage system. The first load in
is always the first load to be taken out. This constant stock
rotation is especially beneficial with perishable or
time-sensitive goods, such as food or pharmaceuticals, where a
lost product becomes a lost profit.
Reduced
handling costs.
Once loaded, product rotation is automatic. The SK3400
rack eliminates labor and fork truck operation to rearrange
loads. And Steel King flow rails are powered by gravity,
requiring no electricity or other utilities.
Reduced
handling equipment costs.
Fork lifts are required only for the initial loading and
final unloading. Because only two aisles are necessary, aisle
space can be reduced by 75 percent. Fewer fork lifts, operating
fewer hours, and consuming less fuel can accomplish the same
handling function.
Time and
labor savings.
With only two aisles, each dedicated to specific functions
(loading or unloading), traffic is more orderly, employees are
more efficient and overall productivity is improved.
Space
savings.
Because storage density can be doubled, storage capacity
can be increased within the same storage area, or a portion of
your existing storage area can be made available for other uses.
Construction cost
savings.
By increasing storage
capacity within existing facilities, the need for new
construction could be eliminated. When new construction is
necessary, building size and cost can be reduced by up to 50
percent. A smaller warehousing area, in turn, can reduce
insurance, land acquisition costs, and taxes.
Operating
expense reduction.
Higher density storage and consequently smaller storage
areas also mean less area to heat, illuminate, air condition,
and/or refrigerate.
Decreased
fork lift damage.
Decreased fork lift handling of loads can result in less
product damage and less potential for collision damage to the
rack structure.
Flexibility.
Flow storage systems have been successfully installed as a
part of virtually every storage function, including raw materials
receiving and storage, work-in-process, buffer storage, finished
goods, order picking, and cross docking.
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SK3500 Modurail
flow rails consist of channels which house
interchangeable wheels or rollers. The channel is raised
or lowered by the pulsation of forced air in a hose
beneath it. When the channel is raised, the load is moved
by gravity in a controlled manner. When the channel is
lowered, the load sets down upon the rail, braking
safely.
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Hose deflates, pallets rest on rails. This
positive braking eliminates the need for mechanical
brakes, allows varying load weights to be flowed within
the same lane.
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1. Continuously
welded, all tubular construction Has greater
durability and sanitation, less maintenance |
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2. Tubular column, 3"x3",
55,000 PSI steel, variety gauges. This meets a
variety of capacity and durability needs |
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3. Heavy-duty bolted connection,
which enables a safe, slip-free connection--it's also
adjustable |
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4. Holes on face (not corners) of
column, for the minimum loss of column strength |
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5. Formed column ridge--that
means increased column rigidity |
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6. Full horizontal welds to
increase impact resistance. |
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7. Full horizontal and diagonal
bracing for increased frame strength |
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8. Heavy 10-gauge footpad
that disperses floor loads. |
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9. Footpad ridge for easy
"shim" nesting. |
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10. Flush footpads for easy
"floorbeam" seating |
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11. Multiple "offset"
anchor holes for easy anchor attachment |
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Beams built
to last
- Step and channel type beams
available for a variety of situations.
- High strength steel
(55,000 PSI-step 50,000 PSI-channel) for superior strength
- Continuously welded, one
piece, seamless step. For a sanitary finish and
decreased upkeep.
- Full vertical fillet welds. Stronger
than spot welds.
Connectors
- Bolted beam connections: strong and adjustable.
- Two bolts per end for greater moment capacity.
- Grade 5 hardware for unmatched shear strength.
- Adjustability of 1/4" for easy
installation.
- Heavy 9-gauge steel for greater moment
resistance.
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