Articles - Drive in Rack
When to Use a Drive-in Rack
A drive-in rack allows forklifts to drive into the structure to store items as deep as the warehouse space allows. Unlike drive-through racking, a drive-in rack can only be accessed from one side, making it suited only to last in, last out (LIFO) storage. Because it only allows for LIFO storage, drive-in racking has limited applications. For example, it is ...
How Does a Drive-In Rack Work?
With standard pallet racking systems, inventory is stored from the edge of the racking system using a forklift. However, a drive-in rack allows the forklift to drive into the storage system to store pallets. This type of racking system is accessible from only one side and should not be confused with a drive through rack, which has multiple access points. ...
What Is a Drive-in Rack?
As the name implies, drive-in racking allows forklifts to drive into the storage system with pallets. The racks are configured with rails that allow the pallets to slide backward. In a typical drive-in rack system, pallets are accessible from only one side, which requires a last-in, first-out storage method. This is different from drive-through racking, which is accessible from both ...
What Are the Advantages of Using Drive-In Rack Systems?
When compared to other storage systems, such as selective racking, drive-in rack systems provide clear advantages. First and foremost, drive-in racking is a high-density storage system, which allows for more inventory to be kept in your warehouse without negatively impacting aisle space. Additionally, most drive-in racks have adjustable beams, making them suitable for virtually any type of palletized inventory. Drive-in ...
Determining Warehouse Aisle Width for Drive In Rack Systems
Drive in rack systems are sensible solutions for businesses that require high-density storage of palletized inventory that needs to be moved by forklift. However, using drive in racks presents challenges when it comes to warehouse design. It is crucial that there is enough aisle space for your forklifts to easily pick up inventory and maneuver between aisles. However, making your ...
When to Use a Drive in Rack System
If you’re looking to enhance the efficiency of your warehouse operations, nothing is more important than choosing the right type of racking system. Racks that are suited to your inventory and warehouse space ensure you’ll be able to stay organized and make put-away and retrieval efforts much more efficient. For many businesses, a drive in rack system is the ideal ...
Optimizing Aisle Layout for Drive in Rack Systems
When compared to standard pallet racks, drive in rack systems provide a higher storage density and better control over output and input, as they can accommodate both FIFO (first in, first out) and LIFO (last in, first out) retrieval methods. By allowing your business to store more materials in less space, drive in racks can help to reduce the number ...
Safety for Warehouses that Use Drive in Pallet Rack Systems
A drive in rack, as the name implies, can be driven into with a forklift to store or retrieve pallets. Typically, a rack will be used to store a single type of palletized product. This, along with the racks configuration, allows for maximum storage capacity with less warehouse space and fewer aisles. Because the pallets are stacked vertically as well ...
