The Value of a Pallet Rack "Pallet Stop Beam"

Before we can talk about the value of a pallet rack "pallet stop beam”, we should probably talk about what a pallet stop is and in what applications would you consider using a pallet stop. Although it may seem simple, the explanation is listed right there in the description of it’s very being... pallet STOP. Let me explain.....

Pallet racking provides a primary storage usage for large warehousing, storage and distribution facilities, as well as storage for store and display products in the larger retailing operations. In these types of industries as the size of the facilities increase and the direct access of the public increase, the damage potential due to accidental droppage or improper loading of the pallet racking has also escalated. Using pallet stops within the racking system is just one way to improve and provide the safety barrier needed to prevent pallets from being pushed off the racking while at the same time protecting your valued property from potential damage.

Some applications see damage to the beams due to the drivers loading too close into the racking system, hitting the actual beams with the backrest of the fork truck. Worse yet, the driver may even get the backrest of the fork truck under the beam above and knocking the entire beam out of the system. Besides teaching the drivers the proper way to load and unload the racking, by using a pallet stop this will not be possible. The driver will be forced to STOP, before they get to close to the racking!

In many instances, pallets stops are installed in cooler/freezer applications to protect the wall panels or in back room storage areas to protect the exterior and interior walls from damage. This type of damage can be very costly over time.

Depending on the depth of the storage rack and the size of your pallets will determine what type of pallet stop will be required for your storage system. Pallet stops are installed at the rear of the racking just above the beam level where your pallets/products are stored. Their are two types of stops; the FLUSH pallet stop and the OFFSET pallet stop.

FLUSH pallet stops are typically used when you have a 48” deep pallet within a 48” depth storage system. In this example, the inside face of the beam is flush with the rear of the frame column. We tend to see a flush pallet stop used in the rear of a drive-in system, since there is never a pallet overhang.

OFFSET pallet stops are typically used when you have a pallet of a greater depth then the overall depth of your storage system. ie: an offset pallet stop would be ideal for a 48” deep pallet within a 42” depth storage system. Since pallets typically hang 3” off the front of the beam and 3” off the back of the beam a 3” offset pallet stop is the most commonly used in this application.

So, what is the value of a pallet stop? It really comes down to this... for a minimal investment, incorporating pallet stops within your storage system will provide a safe work environment for your customers and employees, while protecting your inventory and valued property. Isn’t that what all companies value the most? It’s definitely worth considering.

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