The pallet flow rack operates whereby the load is moved from one end of the rack on a conveyor that allows the pallets to be removed in a fifo manner. once a pallet is removed the next pallet moves into the position of the pallet that was removed. this racking solution is suitable for warehouses that have high throughput but is an expensive option.. The empty pallet storage is a device that automatically feeds pallets onto the line, ensuring the autonomy of the system. the vertical movement is motorised, while the pallets are picked up with a pneumatic movement.. The ceiling support design muat be designed and verified with the building architect during development of building. rack frames are bolted, or welded, to the roof trusses of building..
20 pallets high is the norm, any higher and the stack will start to get unstable. also depends on the flt mast lift height, you don't want to be lifting stacks of pallets that are considerably higher than the load guard. overhead obstructions within the warehouse may be an issue, roof supports, lights, sprinkler systems.. The recommended clearance between outside idle pallet storage and the main building. guidelines for outdoor storage of idle pallets • eliminate or reduce the storage of idle combustible pallets. • limit the number of pallets on hand to the amount required for one day’s operations. • prohibit storage of idle pallets in aisles or between. System designed in accordance with nfpa 13, standard for the installation of sprinkler systems. • rack storage should be protec ted by an early suppression fast response (esfr) sprinkler system, designed in accordance with nfpa 13, standard for the installation of sprinkler systems. idle pallet storage checklist.
