Shelf-type storage rack

Shelf racking is one of the most common and widely used types of warehouse storage racks, known for its flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and practicality.

I. Core Features and Structure

Shelf racking primarily consists of three basic components: upright columns, beams, and shelves.

Structural Features: Typically designed as an assembled structure without welding, making installation and disassembly very convenient. The height of the shelves can be flexibly adjusted according to the size of the stored items.

Load-bearing Method: Specifically designed for manual access without reliance on heavy machinery. Goods are usually loose items, small to medium-sized boxed products, or items not stored on pallets.

Height Limitations: To accommodate manual operation, the rack height is generally under 2.5 meters. If equipped with a step ladder or picking platform, the height can reach around 3 meters to make full use of the upper space in the warehouse.

II. Main Advantages

1. High Flexibility: Adjustable shelf height allows the rack to adapt to goods of varying sizes, meeting changing storage needs.

2. High Space Utilization: By adding shelves, vertical space in the warehouse can be fully utilized, making it especially suitable for warehouses with high ceilings but limited floor area.

3. Easy Access: Direct manual access requires no complex operations, making it highly efficient for frequently picked and diverse goods.

4. Low Cost: Simple structure with relatively low manufacturing and maintenance costs, offering an economical storage solution.

5. Intuitive Management: All goods are clearly visible, facilitating inventory counting, organization, and classification.

III. Common Types (by Load Capacity)

Based on the load-bearing capacity per shelf, shelf racking is generally divided into three categories:

Light-duty Shelf Racking: Load capacity typically under 100kg per shelf, often used for electronic components, tools, lightweight packaged goods, and back storage in offices or supermarkets.

Medium-duty Shelf Racking: Load capacity generally between 100kg-500kg per shelf, suitable for household appliances, daily necessities, industrial parts, etc.

Heavy-duty Shelf Racking: Load capacity can exceed 500kg per shelf, with a sturdier structure used for storing heavier metal parts, mechanical components, bulk materials, etc.

IV. Shelf Material Options

Steel Shelves: Strong load-bearing capacity, durable, fire-resistant, and moisture-proof, commonly used in industrial environments.

Wooden Shelves: Often made of composite board or particle board, relatively low cost, and neat appearance, but with lower load-bearing capacity and durability compared to steel shelves. Suitable for light industrial or commercial environments with lower load requirements.

V. Application Scenarios

Shelf racking is suitable for almost all fields requiring detailed storage, such as:

Auto Parts Warehouses: Storing various types of automotive components.

Electronics Industry: Storing electronic components, cables, instruments, and meters.

E-commerce Logistics: Used as a picking area for split-case goods, storing small items.

Tool Storage Rooms: Storing maintenance tools and safety supplies.