What Is A Rackable Pallet?
So glad you asked. When our Pallet Experts refer to a Rackable Pallet, it means the pallet has the ability to bridge the span of a warehouse racking system, while supporting a certain weight.
But what more is there to know about rackable pallets?
Well, rackable pallets are usually used for heavy duty loads because of greater load capacity requirements. The need for greater capacity impacts the design of the pallet. These increased requirements increase the weight of the pallet itself due to the additional structure on the pallet’s underside to hold the excessive pressure.
Mostly found in warehouses and distribution centers, Rackable Plastic Pallets help companies save money by efficiently taking advantage of warehouse space, allowing more goods to be removed from the floor and stored to optimize higher density storage capabilities.
Rackable Pallets In Warehouse Racking
Manufacturing of Rackable Pallets
Rackable Pallets are either injection molded, rotationally molded, or structurally foam molded.
But enough about molds.
These processes enable internal reinforcement to the pallets because let’s be honest, extra weight requires extra support.
(Keep in mind however, that most are made to handle an edge racked load without the necessary reinforcement.)
At the end of the day, the “structure” of pallets is important to factor in with regards to manufacturing because it impacts the requirements (which in turn, impacts the cost).
Structure of Rackable Pallets
There are quite a few different types of Rackable structures, depending on what kind of racking is taking place.
Full Frame Cruciform:
- Allows the pallet to be racked in both dimensions. This design has essentially six runners on the bottom of the pallet giving it more structure and support.
Three Runners:
- Only can be placed in the rack where the runners are perpendicular to the beams.
Full Frame Cruciform Plastic Pallet
Here’s a hot tipse: the racking system in use (beam, edge, roller, push-back, flow, cantilever and supported) defines the requirements for the pallet’s base structure.
For example, a full frame cruciform bottom helps forklift operators target the pallet on an edge rack. A three runner may be better suited for a simple beam rack.
Rackable Pallets Carried by OWS
At One Way Solutions, we offer some of the most reliable plastic rackable pallets on the market today. While being extremely durable, they are designed to be safely and securely stored on racks, which allows our customers to efficiently use all possible warehouse space.
One Way also carries fire retardant and FDA approved rackable models for your specific needs.
To see our selection, visit our Rackable Pallets.
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