Pallet flow rack saves time and money by dramatically reducing the time required for order picking. A well designed carton flow rack system keeps the most popular products at the ideal level for workers and allows the oldest products to be taken first. Pallet flow rack are equipped with either skate-wheel or ball bearings depending on the application. Many systems are designed to work with existing pallet rack, this allows for a combination of pallet rack and flow rack; the best of both worlds. Another benefit of flow rack is that tilted shelves reduce worker fatigue and injuries by keeping product at the front of the shelf, no more bending and stretching. Pallet Flow Rack will also increase space utilization in your existing structure, helping defer or avoid the costs of building and maintaining new structures.
Successful Pallet Flow system design requires the following:
- An experienced vendor, to ensure the initial system design is appropriate for your application.
- Installation by experienced personnel who understand the ins-and-outs of making these systems function properly.
- A durable structure to support the flow lanes. Use high quality pallet rack that is built to last.
- A knowledgeable system integrator, with a working knowledge of how to combine your flow rack system with other elements of your storage facility, such as Pick Modules, Push-Back Racks and more.
Material Flow and Conveyor Systems is one of the largest pallet rack dealers on the west coast, give them a call at 1-800-338-1382
