Double Deep Pallet Racking

Double deep pallet racking is a great tool for warehouses aiming to boost storage density without sacrificing accessibility. This system stores pallets two deep, allowing for increased capacity while maintaining relatively easy access to inventory.

What is Double Deep Pallet Racking?

Double deep pallet racking stores pallets in two rows, one behind the other. This system needs forklifts with special forks to reach the second pallet. Even though it’s different from regular pallet racking, it still allows quick and easy access to stored items.

How Does This Storage System Work?

In this type of pallet racking, the operator accesses the front pallet directly from the aisle. To retrieve the second pallet, the front pallet must first be removed. This setup operates on a LIFO (Last-In, First-Out) basis, making it ideal for storing identical or high-rotation products with multiple pallets per SKU. By reducing the number of aisles needed, double deep pallet racking effectively doubles your storage capacity compared to traditional systems.

The Importance of Regular Inspections

The high storage density of double deep pallet racking makes it efficient but also more prone to damage and potential safety risks. Regular independent inspections are vital for:

Ensuring Load Compliance: Checking that pallets and racking are not overloaded, which could lead to structural failure.
Identifying Wear and Damage: Detecting early signs of wear, corrosion, or structural damage to uprights and beams.
Safety Features Assessment: Verifying that critical safety elements such as upright protectors, fall-arrest meshes, and pallet backstops are functioning properly.

At SESS, our SEMA Approved Racking Inspectors ensure your racking system is compliant with industry standards, including BS EN 15635:2008, and that safety protocols are consistently followed.

Key Advantages of Double Deep Pallet Racking

While double deep racking offers advantages in terms of storage capacity and space efficiency, safety should always be the top priority. Some benefits include:

Increased Storage Capacity: Efficient use of floor space by reducing the number of aisles.
Adaptability: Suitable for various product types with multiple pallets per SKU.
Cost-Effective: Improved space utilization can reduce operational costs.

However, without regular inspections, these benefits could be undermined by potential safety risks such as overloading or damaged components.

Ideal Applications for Double Deep Pallet Racking

Double deep pallet racking is typically suited for:

Warehouses with Homogeneous Products: Ideal for storing identical products.
Non-Perishable Items: Best for medium to long-term storage.
High-Rotation Stock: Useful where turnover is frequent, and storage access is streamlined.

Components and Accessories

Key components that require regular inspection include:

Frames and Uprights: The structural backbone of the racking system.
Beams: Supporting the unit loads
Safety Features: Components such as upright protectors, pallet backstops, and fall-arrest meshes.

Why Regular Inspections Matter

Double deep pallet racking systems, while efficient, come with unique safety challenges. Without frequent inspections, the system could be at risk of collapse or failure, putting workers and inventory in danger. At SESS, our independent inspections ensure your racking system remains compliant with safety standards and is safe for daily use.

Conclusion

Maximizing storage capacity is essential, but safety cannot be compromised. Incorporating double deep pallet racking into your warehouse requires regular, independent inspections to ensure that your system remains safe, efficient, and compliant with current regulations.

Contact us today to schedule a SEMA Approved Racking Inspection of your Double Deep Pallet Rack Storage Equipment System.