MOBILE PALLET RACKING
Mobile Pallet Racking: Flexible, High-Capacity Storage on Rails
Mobile pallet racking is a highly efficient storage system designed to maximise warehouse space while maintaining full pallet accessibility. Unlike static racking, the system is built on mobile carriages, similar to railway carriages, which move horizontally along floor-mounted rails. By compacting the racking blocks together and opening aisles only when needed, mobile pallet racking dramatically reduces the number of permanent aisles required, freeing up valuable floor space for additional pallet storage.
How Mobile Pallet Racking Works
Operators can open the required aisle for forklift access at the push of a button, ensuring efficient loading and unloading while keeping all pallets directly accessible. This compact design makes mobile racking an ideal solution for facilities where space is limited but selectivity is still essential.
Safety Features
To ensure safe operation, mobile racking systems include a range of protective devices such as infrared light curtains, safety locks, and sensors that prevent aisles from closing while in use. These built-in safeguards create a secure working environment for forklift operators.
Maximises storage density by eliminating unnecessary aisles.
Maintains 100% direct pallet access.
Incorporates advanced safety features for secure operation.
Adaptable for both new-build and retrofit warehouse projects.
Benefits of Mobile Racking
Applications
Mobile pallet racking is widely used in cold storage, high-value inventory facilities, and warehouses where space efficiency and accessibility are critical. Its ability to combine compact storage with full selectivity makes it one of the most versatile pallet racking systems available.
Design Considerations
Proper floor design is crucial when installing mobile pallet racking. The concrete slab must be engineered to support the isolated point loads created by the mobile carriages and rail system. While tracks can be installed on an existing floor, this typically requires a top screed layer and ramp access for smooth forklift operation.