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Pallet rack beams are horizontal structures that connect upright frames in a pallet racking system. They’re an integral piece of pallet racking, serving as a primary load-bearing component. Beams are available in various types, lengths and capacities. Whether you’re storing lighter goods on a roll-formed teardrop system or need heavy-duty beams for structural pallet racking, there’s a beam type to fit your needs.
While just a single component of a pallet racking system, beams do
offer some distinct advantages and benefits.
With varying load capacities, beams can accommodate a variety of products, from light cartons to heavy machinery parts.
Most pallet rack beams are easy to install, with many systems using a boltless lock-in mechanism.
Depending on the racking system, you can reposition beams at different heights to accommodate inventory changes.
Many beams come with a safety clip feature on the locking mechanism. This ensures beams securely attach to uprights.
Beams need to withstand rigorous warehouse life. That means they must be durable. Luckily, most manufacturers use either roll-formed or structural steel for construction.
When planning out your pallet racking system, understanding capacity is essential. Here, the right beam is important. They support the weight of the load and the desired dimension of the pallet. To learn more about beam capacity, be sure to explore our blog on the topic.
We often carry beams from all the industry’s top manufacturers, including:
Not all pallet rack beams are the same. In fact, you’ll find quite a variety in both material, construction and type. Keep in mind that the type of beam will dictate the types of decking you can use. To help you better understand which beams are right for your system, let’s take a look at some common beam types:
These are some of the most common beams used in racking systems. They are made by rolling steel into the desired shape, often creating a step along the top, inside edge of the beam. This step is used to support wire decking, pallet supports or other accessories.
Made from thicker structural steel and better for heavy-duty applications, these beams connect with structural uprights, usually using a nut-and-bolt system. While structural beams may not be as easy to install, they are certainly the most durable option to consider.
As the name suggests, these beams have a box-like shape. This offers more surface area to support goods. Typically, they’re stronger than step beams and are better suited for environments where higher capacities are needed.
Still wondering which cross beams are right for you? Don’t hesitate to connect with our team. We’ll walk you through your options, source the perfect equipment for your project and we can even assist with everything from facility design and layout to installation.
Choosing the right beams for your pallet racking is essential to ensure safety, efficiency and optimal storage capacity. To make a better buying decision, keep the following considerations in mind:
To find the right type of beam for your system, here are a few things to consider:
While these might only be one component of your racking system, you should still think about your budget before sourcing equipment. Here is what you need to know:
Have pallet rack beams you don’t need? Whether it’s beams or full racking systems, reach out to the team here at East Coast Storage Equipment. We’re always on the lookout for quality used equipment so we can help businesses like yours get the equipment they need without breaking the bank.
If you’re looking to add or replace pallet rack beams, we’ve got you covered. Our inventory includes beams from many different manufacturers like Interlake, Frazier and Ridge-U-Rak. Our experienced storage team checks all of our surplus stock to ensure our products meet all your needs — and our strict standards.
No matter what type of racking you have, we’ve got the beams to match. If you can’t find the quality used equipment you're looking for in our inventory, give us a call at 888.294.5022. We’ll help you find it fast.
While most pallet racking systems feature easy-to-install beams, don’t think that means just anyone can do it. In fact, to keep your warehouse safe, you should always consider professional installation services. That’s where East Coast Storage Equipment comes in. We can help your team not only source high-quality used equipment, we can also install it according to rigorous industry standards. Learn more about our installation services today.
Depending on your intended use, you’ll need to source the appropriate capacity for maximum pallet or box weights. While the most popular beams have a 96’ x 4” face with a load capacity of 5,000 pounds per shelf, you may be dealing with lighter-weight pallets or hand-loaded materials. If this is the case, you may be able to source lower-capacity beams that can save you both space and money.
This is a very common question. Most warehouse environments need to manage dynamic loads in varying sizes and capacities. Moreover, your team may need easy access to some racks and not others more regularly. For this reason, plenty of warehouse environments include multiple-beam face sizes. For example, a warehouse may utilize lower-capacity beams for handpicking at lower rack levels and use higher-capacity beams at higher levels for longer-term storage.
While East Coast Storage Equipment offers used pallet rack beams in various types, sizes and load capacities, we’ve found that teardrop style racking is often the most popular. This is due to the ease of changing levels and installing new beams. Because teardrop racking is so universal, it’s one of the most sought-after styles available. Teardrop systems can work with a variety of connectors and even utilize other pallet rack beam types.
While we stock many different pallet racking beam styles, knowing which you should choose for your rack requires an understanding of the different pallet racking systems. This will dictate what style of decking you’ll need — the most common being wire decking.
Some common types of beams include the following:
Length x beam face. So if you see 96" x 3", it means the beam is 96 inches long with a beam face of 3 inches (beam height while horizontal).
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