Industrial Shelving

Key Characteristics

• Heavy-duty construction

  Industrial shelving is typically made from durable materials like steel, with reinforced frames and sturdy shelves that can withstand significant weight and pressure. 
• High weight capacity

  It’s design is to hold substantial loads, with some units capable of supporting over 1,000 lbs per shelf. 

  
• Adjustability and customization

  Adjustment and reconfiguration of  shelves is important to accommodate different size items and optimize storage space. 
• Versatility

  Industrial shelving usage is to store a wide range of items, including boxes, tools, parts, and more. 
• Accessibility

  It allows for easy access to stored items, which is important in environments where stock rotation is frequent. 
• Organization and efficiency

  Industrial shelving systems help businesses maintain organization in storage, and improving workflow and productivity. 

Common Uses

• Warehouses: For storing inventory, raw materials, and finished goods.
• Manufacturing facilities: For storing tools, parts, and equipment.
• Retail backrooms: For organizing and storing merchandise.
• Parts departments: For storing and managing automotive or other parts.
• Distribution centers: For efficient storage and retrieval of items. 

Types of Industrial Shelving

• Clip shelving

  Uses clips to attach shelves to uprights, offering easy installation and adjustability. 
• Rivet shelving

  Features a sturdy steel frame with rivets, making it a durable and affordable option. 
• Wire shelving

  Made of wire mesh, providing good visibility and airflow. 
• Carton flow shelving

  Designed for first-in, first-out (FIFO) inventory management, using inclined shelves with rollers. 
• Structural pallet rack

  A type of rack made of structural steel that has a strong weight-bearing capacity with beams bolted onto the upright frames,