Frequently Asked Questions
Types of Pallet Racking: A Guide for Warehouse Managers
Choosing the right racking system for your warehouse depends on your product type, pallet dimensions, throughput requirements, forklift type, and available floor space. Below is a guide to the main types of storage racking All Storage Systems supplies, with notes on which applications each configuration is best suited to.
Selective Pallet Racking
Selective pallet racking is the most widely used warehouse racking configuration in Australia. It provides direct access to every pallet position without moving other stock, making it ideal for warehouses with a high number of SKUs, a FIFO (first in, first out) stock rotation requirement, or frequent pallet picking.
All Storage Systems' selective racking is available in a range of bay widths, beam heights, and load ratings to suit standard Australian pallet sizes and various forklift types. It is the most flexible option for general warehousing and distribution operations.
Double Deep Racking
Double deep racking stores pallets two positions deep, effectively doubling the storage density of a standard selective layout. It requires a reach forklift to access the rear pallet position, making it well suited to warehouses managing large quantities of fewer SKUs.
This configuration is popular with Melbourne and Australian warehouses where bulk stock lines are prioritised and storage density matters more than direct access to every individual pallet.
Drive-In Racking
Drive-in racking allows forklifts to enter directly into the racking structure to place or retrieve pallets. With no cross beams blocking forklift entry, drive-in configurations achieve very high storage density and are well suited to LIFO (last in, first out) stock rotation.
Best suited for: cold storage, bulk food and beverage operations, and any application where large quantities of a single product line need to be stored in a compact footprint.
Push-Back Racking
Push-back racking uses a gravity-fed cart system to store pallets two to five positions deep on inclined rails. When a new pallet is loaded, it pushes existing pallets back along the rail. When a pallet is retrieved, the remaining pallets roll forward to the pick face automatically.
Push-back racking combines high storage density with better selectivity than drive-in configurations, and suits operations needing more depth than selective racking without committing to a full drive-in layout.
Shuttle Racking
Shuttle racking uses a semi-automated remote-controlled shuttle that travels within the racking lanes to load and retrieve pallets. It delivers very high storage density, reduces forklift travel within the structure, and improves pick efficiency in high-throughput operations.
Shuttle racking is increasingly used by Melbourne and Australian distribution centres managing high-volume, fast-moving stock lines and looking to maximise their existing warehouse footprint.
Galvanised Racking
Galvanised racking is treated for corrosion resistance, making it the preferred choice for cold storage facilities, food and beverage warehouses, outdoor or semi-outdoor storage areas, and any environment subject to moisture or temperature variation.
All Storage Systems supplies galvanised racking in standard selective configurations as well as custom layouts for specialist storage environments.
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How to Choose the Right Pallet Racking System
When selecting a racking system for your warehouse, consider the following factors:
- Pallet dimensions and weight: Standard Australian pallets are 1165mm x 1165mm, but your actual pallet size, overhang, and weight will determine the beam length, bay depth, and load rating required.
- Number of SKUs: If you manage a high number of different product lines, selective racking with direct access to every pallet is usually most appropriate. If you manage fewer SKUs in large quantities, higher-density systems offer better storage efficiency.
- Forklift type: The reach height, aisle width requirement, and entry depth capability of your forklift directly determines which racking configurations are compatible with your operation.
- Throughput and stock rotation: High-throughput operations with FIFO requirements need selective access. Lower-turnover bulk storage benefits from higher-density configurations.
- Floor load and building height: Your warehouse slab rating and available height under sprinklers determines how high your racking can go and how heavy the combined load can be.
All Storage Systems' team can assess your warehouse and recommend the right racking configuration during a free site visit or phone consultation. We service warehouses across Melbourne and all major Australian cities and regions.
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Pallet Racking Melbourne: Supply, Design, and Installation
All Storage Systems is one of Melbourne's most established warehouse racking suppliers. Our Melbourne team works with warehouses across the metropolitan area and regional Victoria, providing racking design, supply, and installation services for businesses of all sizes.
From inner-city distribution centres in Port Melbourne and Tullamarine to large format warehouses in Dandenong, Laverton, and the outer suburbs, our team has the local knowledge and resources to deliver racking systems suited to Melbourne's range of warehouse environments. This includes:
- High-clearance distribution centres in outer Melbourne suburbs requiring maximum height utilisation
- Older inner-city warehouses with tighter aisle constraints and retrofit racking requirements
- Cold storage and food distribution facilities requiring galvanised or stainless-compatible racking
- Industrial precincts across Melbourne's west, south-east, and northern corridors with varying slab ratings and building footprints
- Reconfiguration and relocation of existing racking installations for businesses restructuring their operations
- Free on-site measurement and racking layout design
- Supply of selective, double deep, drive-in, push-back, and shuttle racking systems
- Professional installation by our experienced racking team
- Pallet racking audits and compliance inspections to AS 4084
- Racking repairs and component replacement
- Relocation and reconfiguration of existing racking systems
For warehouse racking supply and installation in Melbourne, contact All Storage Systems for a free consultation and quote. We typically respond within one business day.
Pallet Racking (selective)
Standard selective racking for warehouses and distribution centres. Direct access to every pallet position, compatible with all standard forklifts. Available in a range of load ratings and bay configurations to suit your warehouse layout.
Mesh Gates for Pallet Racking
Safety mesh gates designed to close open pallet positions in racking bays where a fall risk exists, particularly on elevated platforms and mezzanine-adjacent racking.
Double Deep Racking
High-density racking storing pallets two positions deep. Requires a reach forklift. Suits warehouses with fewer SKUs in large quantities, ideal for bulk storage lines where storage efficiency is prioritised over direct access.
Selective Pallet Racking
Full-depth selective racking for single-deep storage with direct access to every pallet. The most versatile configuration for general warehousing, 3PL, and distribution operations across Melbourne and Australia.
Galvanised Racking
Corrosion-resistant galvanised racking for cold storage, food and beverage warehouses, and environments subject to moisture.
Drive-In Racking
High-density pallet storage allowing forklift entry into the racking structure. LIFO stock rotation. Best suited for large quantities of single-SKU product lines in cold storage, food production, and bulk warehousing environments.
Push-Back Racking
Gravity-fed push-back racking for two to five pallet depth storage. Inclined cart system brings pallets to the pick face automatically. Combines high density with better selectivity than drive-in configurations.
Shuttle Racking
Semi-automated racking with a remote-controlled pallet shuttle for high-density, high-throughput storage. Reduces forklift entry into lanes, improves pick efficiency, and maximises use of warehouse height.
Pallet Racking Audit
Professional pallet racking audit and compliance inspection to AS 4084:2023 (Australian Standard for Steel Storage Racking). Identifies structural damage, overloading risks, and compliance issues before they become a safety incident. Recommended annually for all warehouses.
Safe Working Load (SWL) Maintenance Sign
Mandatory Safe Working Load signage. AS 4084:2023 requires that every racking installation displays a current SWL sign. Replacement and updated signs are supplied by All Storage Systems.
ALSTOR Racking End of Aisle Protectors
End-of-aisle racking protectors that absorb forklift impact and protect upright frames from damage. A cost-effective investment that significantly extends racking lifespan in high-traffic warehouse environments.
Pallet Racking Corner Protector
Heavy duty corner protectors for racking uprights at aisle intersections and high-impact zones. Reduces structural damage from forklift contact.
Pallet Racking Leg Protector
Bolted-to-floor leg protectors for individual racking upright bases. Deflects forklift tyne and wheel contact away from the upright frame, reducing impact damage and extending the service life of the racking system.
Pallet Racking Armour Leg Protector
Heavy duty armoured leg protection for high-traffic racking uprights. Provides greater impact resistance than standard leg protectors. Recommended for warehouses with narrow aisles, high forklift frequency, or a history of racking damage incidents.
Mesh Decks
Wire mesh decking for racking beams. Provides a solid shelf surface for storing items without pallets, improving product support and reducing fall risk. Compatible with standard selective racking beam profiles.





