Warehouse Racking Suppliers in the USA for High-Performance Pallet Rack Systems

Selective pallet racking is the most common warehouse racking system and one of the most widely used for storage across a variety of applications. It provides direct access to every pallet, making it ideal for a wide range of products and fast-moving SKUs in distribution centres and manufacturing warehouses.

Selective pallet racking systems can be configured with single rows or back-to-back aisles, depending on your space and access requirements. The uprights in selective pallet racking can be classified as heavy duty or light duty based on load and impact conditions.

Our heavy-duty selective pallet racking is engineered for high loads and frequent use. It is suitable for warehouses, manufacturing plants and distribution centres that need flexibility, easy access and simple reconfiguration as product lines change.

Selective pallet racking is very flexible and easy to set up, but it can make storage very expensive if you have very high volume inventory because it takes up a large amount of your available space compared to high-density systems. Choosing between selective and higher-density racking is part of designing an efficient racking system.

When you need more storage capacity from the same footprint, double-deep and very narrow aisle racking systems are effective options.

Double-deep pallet racking stores pallets two positions deep, increasing storage density while still using reach trucks. Very narrow aisle (VNA) racking uses specialised trucks and very tight aisles to maximise pallet positions per square foot.

Both systems are ideal for high-volume, low-SKU operations where warehouse space is at a premium and storage density is a priority.

Drive-in pallet racking is a high-density system that allows forklifts to enter the rack structure and store pallets multiple positions deep. It is a good fit for:

• Large batches of the same SKU
• LIFO storage strategies and, when configured as drive-through, some FIFO flows
• Cold storage and freezer warehouses

Drive-in racks support high-density storage for LIFO or FIFO applications but reduce selectivity compared to selective pallet racking. EMTS drive-in systems are engineered for strength and impact resistance to handle demanding environments, heavy-duty use and tight forklift manoeuvres.

For operations that need higher density and controlled stock rotation, we supply:

• Live storage pallet racking (FIFO), using gravity roller beds so pallets move forward as front pallets are removed
• Push-back racking (LIFO), where pallets are stored on nested carts that roll back as new pallets are loaded from the aisle

These racking solutions are ideal for food, beverage, FMCG, and other high-throughput environments where space, flow, and handling speed are critical. They can be combined with pallet shuttle systems to further improve automation compatibility and throughput.

Cantilever racking is designed for long, bulky, or irregular loads such as:

• Timber and lumber
• Steel bars and tubes
• Panels and sheet goods
• Furniture and building materials

Cantilever racks are ideal for storing long materials and use upright columns with cantilever arms instead of rails. Our heavy-duty cantilever rack systems use strong structural steel columns and adjustable arms to store long loads safely and efficiently.

When floor space is limited, but building height is available, multi-level racking systems unlock additional capacity. EMTS supplies:

• Multitier racking, also known as mezzanine or multi-level racks, with walkways and stairs for manual picking
• Superblock platform systems, raised-floor structures that create extra storage or work areas above existing space

These custom built racking systems are ideal for e-commerce, spare parts, carton picking and high-mix operations. They maximise vertical space and improve workflow patterns, reducing picking times and improving inventory organisation.

Not every item sits on a pallet. EMTS also manufactures:

• Light-duty boltless shelving for small parts and lighter cartons
• Medium-duty longspan shelving for bulky cartons and hand-loaded goods
• Heavy-duty rack systems for palletised or very heavy items

This allows us to supply a complete warehouse racking system that covers pallets, cartons and small parts within one integrated design and supports efficient order picking.

Pallet racking systems can be purchased either new or used. Used pallet rack systems can be an economical solution if the steel components have not been exposed to weather or harsh environments and still meet structural standards.

Refurbished racking can save up to 20% while meeting the same structural safety standards as new systems when inspected, tested, and certified properly. Structural steel is recommended for heavier loads due to its higher impact resistance and lower damage rates, and structural steel racks may have a higher upfront cost but offer greater durability and long-term ROI.

Choosing between new, used, or refurbished rack should be based on safety, traceability and the total cost of ownership, not just the lowest initial price.