Start with what you are storing and how it moves through the facility.
Item size, shape, weight, handling method, picking frequency, security,
and available space all help determine which storage system makes sense.
Hand Loaded Inventory & Stockroom Storage
For cartons, tools, parts, supplies, and other inventory employees
load and retrieve by hand, shelving provides accessible storage
without requiring pallet handling equipment.
Boltless Shelving
offers modular stockroom and warehouse storage, including lighter
duty and heavy duty configurations.
Lyon Steel Clip Shelving
provides adjustable steel shelving for commercial and industrial storage.
Wire Shelving
is another option when visibility, airflow, and open access are priorities.
Long, Bulky & Oversized Materials
Cantilever Racks
are designed for long or unusually shaped materials such as lumber,
pipe, tubing, conduit, furniture, and steel stock. Their open front
design makes loading materials easier when traditional shelving
uprights would get in the way.
Palletized Inventory
Pallet Racking Systems
are designed for palletized inventory, vertical warehouse storage,
and forklift access. They are a better starting point when inventory
is stored and moved by pallet rather than handled individually.
Picking & Inventory Flow
Gravity Flow Racks
support picking and replenishment by allowing inventory to move toward
the picking side of the system. They can be useful where faster access,
stock rotation, or frequent order picking is important.
Material Movement
Material Handling Equipment
supports the movement of products, supplies, and inventory throughout
warehouse and commercial work areas.
Secure Storage & Restricted Areas
Wire Mesh Security Partitions
can create separated areas where access to inventory, tools, or
equipment needs to be controlled.
Lockers
provide enclosed storage for employee belongings, tools, equipment,
and other individually stored items.
Before You Choose
How to Choose Warehouse Shelving & Racking
Start with the inventory and how it moves through the facility.
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What is being stored
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Item size, shape, and weight
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Hand loaded or palletized inventory
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How inventory is picked and replenished
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Forklift or material handling requirements
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Available floor and vertical space
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Aisle and access requirements
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Open versus secured storage
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Future expansion needs
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Whether layout or installation assistance is needed
The product category is only the starting point. Individual collection
and product pages provide the dimensions, capacities, configurations,
and accessories needed to narrow the final selection.
Warehouse Planning Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Warehouse Shelving & Storage
These FAQs cover planning, measurements, expansion, and when
additional warehouse design assistance may be useful.
What information should I have before choosing a warehouse shelving system?
Start with the size, shape, weight, and quantity of the inventory,
along with how it is handled and how frequently it is accessed.
Available floor space, vertical clearance, aisle requirements,
forklift access, and future storage needs can also affect the choice.
What should I measure before selecting warehouse shelving or racking?
Measure the available width, depth, and clear height of the storage
area. Also consider aisle space, doors, columns, utilities, equipment
access, and the dimensions of the inventory or pallets that will be stored.
Can warehouse shelving systems be expanded as storage needs change?
Some shelving and racking systems are designed to support expansion
or additional sections, while others have more specific configuration
requirements. Check the individual product system before planning for
future additions.
When should I ask for warehouse layout or design assistance?
Design assistance can be helpful when the project involves multiple
storage systems, pallet racking, unusual inventory, limited space,
workflow changes, installation planning, or a larger warehouse layout.
Can Shelving.com help with larger warehouse storage projects?
Yes. Shelving.com provides design and planning assistance for warehouse,
stockroom, and commercial storage projects and can help compare storage
options based on the facility, inventory, workflow, and project requirements.
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