01 / Direct pallet access
Selective pallet racking
Give every pallet an aisle-facing position. Plan storage around a varied SKU mix, frequent access and the equipment already working in your facility.
Why choose selective?
Every pallet.
Its own access.
Single-deep selective racking lets a lift truck reach each pallet without moving another pallet first. It is a practical starting point when flexibility and access matter more than the highest possible storage density.
A broad SKU mix
Keep different products independently accessible instead of committing a deep lane to one product group.
Frequent pallet moves
Choose the pallet you need directly. Stock rotation follows your location management and picking process.
Room to adapt
Plan beam levels and bay arrangements around the inventory. Review configuration changes before putting them into service.
The space tradeoff
Direct access needs working aisles.
If you store larger quantities of fewer SKUs, a denser system may make better use of the floor. Compare the actual layout, handling requirements and access pattern before choosing.
Specify the whole system
Frames. Beams.
The details between.
The frame, beam levels, load support and protection need to work together. Select components for the actual pallets and layout, rather than treating a single beam rating as the capacity of the entire system.
Upright frames + beams
Coordinate frame height and depth, beam length, level spacing and pallet clearances. The final configuration determines the applicable load limits.
Load + geometryDecking + pallet supports
Match wire mesh decking or pallet supports to the beam profile, pallet construction and load distribution. Confirm the required support and rating for the application.
Pallet + beam fitSpacing + separation
Coordinate back-to-back rows, pallet overhang and required clear spaces with the building layout and the site's fire-protection requirements.
Rows + clearancesGuards + containment
Consider post protectors, aisle-end guards and suitable containment where rack positions, traffic or adjacent work areas call for them.
Review protection optionsBefore the first bay is drawn
Start with
the load.
A useful layout starts with the heaviest pallet, the full inventory mix and the lift truck. Send the available details, even if you are still working out the final quantity.
Discuss your project- 01
Pallets + loads
Pallet footprint, loaded height, maximum weight, construction and any irregular loads.
- 02
Inventory + access
Required pallet positions, pallets per SKU, pick frequency and stock-rotation process.
- 03
Lift equipment
Truck model, required operating aisle, lift height and load-handling requirements.
- 04
Facility + timing
Project location, clear height, slab details, columns, doors, obstructions, drawings or photos and target timing.
From layout to installed system
Plan. Install.
Look after it.
Bring the product choice, site details and project work together. Explore the relevant service scope before the system is ordered or an existing rack is changed.
01 / PlanDesign + layout
Coordinate rack rows, pallet positions, access and site constraints.
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02 / BuildInstallation + teardown
Plan the field work around the agreed layout and operating conditions.
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03 / ReviewRack safety + compliance
Review rack condition, documentation and the next actions for the site.
→Frequently asked questions
Planning
selective storage.
Answers to the questions that shape the layout and component selection.
What is selective pallet racking best suited to?
Single-deep selective racking suits varied SKU inventories and frequent individual pallet access. Each pallet can be reached from an aisle without moving another pallet first. The right layout depends on your inventory, handling equipment and available space.
How does selective compare with double-deep racking?
Selective prioritizes direct access. Double-deep storage reduces the number of aisles, but the front pallet must be moved to reach the rear position and suitable deep-reach equipment is required. Compare pallets per SKU, access frequency and the actual layout.
How much weight can selective racking hold?
There is no universal rating. Load limits depend on the selected frames, beams, level spacing, load configuration and site conditions. Use the approved configuration and stated load limits; a beam rating alone does not establish the capacity of the complete bay.
Can we use our existing forklift?
Often, provided the truck's aisle requirements, lift height and load-handling capability suit the proposed layout. Share the actual truck model and pallet details so the working clearances and equipment requirements can be checked.
Do we need wire mesh decking or pallet supports?
The choice depends on the pallet construction, beam profile, load distribution and required support. Decking and supports need an appropriate fit and rating for the application; they are not automatically interchangeable between systems.
Can beam levels be adjusted later?
Many selective systems have adjustable beam connections, but changing level spacing or removing levels can affect frame capacity. Have the proposed configuration reviewed by the rack manufacturer or a qualified design professional before the changed system is loaded.
Have a sketch, pallet list or site photos?
Let's plan
your storage.
Send the load details, required pallet positions and facility location. Start with what you know; the remaining questions can be narrowed from there.
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