A Guide to the Different Types of Warehouse Racking Systems

Choosing the right type of racking system for your warehouse is a critical decision that can affect everything from storage capacity to operational efficiency and staff safety. With so many options available on the market, it can be difficult to know where to start. This guide provides an overview of the most common types of warehouse racking systems to help you make an informed choice.

Adjustable pallet racking is the most widely used racking system in the UK. It is versatile, easy to install, and can be adapted to suit a wide range of pallet sizes and load weights. It provides direct access to every pallet, making it ideal for warehouses with a large variety of product lines.

Drive-in racking is designed for high-density storage of homogeneous products. Forklifts drive directly into the racking structure to place or retrieve pallets, making it a space-efficient solution where selectivity is less important. It operates on a last-in, first-out basis.

Push-back racking allows pallets to be stored two to six deep on inclined rails. When a pallet is removed from the front, the remaining pallets roll forward automatically. This system offers a good balance between density and selectivity.

Cantilever racking is specifically designed for long, bulky items that cannot easily be stored on standard pallet racking. It features arms that extend outwards from a central column, providing unobstructed storage for items such as timber, pipes, and furniture.

Longspan shelving is ideal for hand-loaded items and is commonly used in retail stockrooms, workshops, and warehouses storing smaller goods.

At Used Warehouse Solutions, we supply all of these racking types as quality-checked used equipment. Browse our current stock or speak to our team to find the perfect solution for your warehouse.