WAREHOUSE DEsiGN & LAYOUT ENGINEERING

Pac Rac’s engineering team delivers optimized warehouse design and layout engineering services that enhance storage capacity, operational flow, and safety – engineered to CSA and NBC 2020 standards.

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About Our Warehouse Design & Layout Services

Pac Rac Systems provides warehouse design and layout engineering for pallet racking, shelving, and mezzanine systems. Using AutoCAD and detailed load analysis, we create layouts that meet CSA A344 and NBC 2020 standards – maximizing space efficiency and ensuring long-term compliance.

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Our Process

  • Site Assessment & Data Collection

    We review dimensions, pallet types, and flow patterns to define the best layout strategy.

  • Concept Design & AutoCAD Layouts

    Our engineers develop CAD drawings showing rack configurations and safety clearances.

  • Structural Engineering Review

    Every design is checked against CSA and NBC codes for load ratings and seismic safety.

  • Client Review & Revision

    We refine each plan until it aligns with operational requirements.

  • Finalized Design Package

    Deliverables include sealed engineering drawings ready for permit or PSR submission.

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Benefits of Professional Layout Design

Maximize cubic storage within existing space

Reduce project costs through accurate planning

Improve workflow efficiency and material flow

Ensure compliance with Canadian safety codes

Industries We Serve

Pac Rac’s warehouse design and layout engineering solutions help 3PL providers and logistics operators optimize pallet positions, improve pick paths, and reduce travel time. Our CAD layouts are engineered for high-throughput distribution centers and multi-client storage environments where safety, efficiency, and scalability are essential.

Our design engineers create racking and shelving layouts that integrate seamlessly with manufacturing workflows – from raw material staging to finished goods storage. Pac Rac layouts improve material flow, support heavy-duty loads, and ensure compliance with CSA and NBC 2020 standards in industrial fabrication settings.

Pac Rac designs space-efficient warehouse layouts for retail distribution and e-commerce fulfillment centers. We engineer systems that handle diverse SKUs, dynamic order volumes, and seasonal demand while maintaining smooth picking operations, safe access aisles, and flexible racking configurations for future expansion.

Automotive manufacturers and parts distributors rely on Pac Rac’s warehouse design expertise to store large, irregular, or heavy components safely. We develop layouts that accommodate long materials, bin storage, and bulk handling equipment – optimizing floor space while maintaining accessibility and full safety compliance.

Pac Rac engineers temperature-controlled warehouse layouts for cold and refrigerated environments. Our designs support racking systems that maintain airflow, sanitation, and accessibility while meeting CFIA and fire code requirements. Each system is tailored for safety, hygiene, and efficient inventory rotation in food and beverage operations.

Visit our Industries Served page to learn how Pac Rac supports each sector.

Related Services

Pac Rac’s certified installers handle professional racking installation, dismantling, and relocation across Canada. We ensure proper anchoring, leveling, and full PSR documentation so your system stays compliant, safe, and efficient. Every project is completed to CSA and NBC 2020 standards.

Learn more about our Installation Services.

Our rack inspection and safety compliance programs identify structural damage, verify load capacities, and ensure adherence to CSA A344 and provincial safety codes. We provide detailed reports, repair recommendations, and PSR certification support to keep your warehouse fully compliant and audit-ready.

Explore Safety & Compliance Services.

Pac Rac offers ongoing racking repair and maintenance services to extend the life of your storage system. Our technicians replace beams, uprights, and safety components while maintaining full operational uptime. Regular maintenance ensures CSA compliance and protects your investment long-term.

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When it’s time to reconfigure or move, Pac Rac manages rack removal, inspection, and buyback with safety and compliance at every step. We handle logistics, teardown, and resale coordination, helping you recover value from surplus equipment responsibly.

View our Buyback & Decommissioning Services.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

AutoCAD and structural analysis tools for precise layouts.

Yes – all final plans are engineer-stamped where required.

Yes – we retrofit or expand existing racking layouts to meet new capacity needs.

Yes, all drawings are PSR-ready.

Typically 1–2 weeks, depending on complexity.

Why Choose Pac Rac Systems?

  • 30+ years in warehouse design and racking engineering
  • Certified engineers and AutoCAD specialists
  • Full compliance with CSA, CWB, and NBC 2020 standards
  • Nationwide coverage and turnkey project delivery

Pac Rac designs follow RMI guidelines for safe, efficient warehouse layouts.

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