Pallet Racking Maintenance

It is important to maintain your pallet racking to ensure you can use it to its full lifespan, assure safety for your employees and inventory, and pass inspections. By properly maintaining your pallet racking, you can address problems quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. But how do you maintain your pallet racking? Simply Rack is here to guide you through the pallet racking maintenance process.

Cleanliness

Keeping your pallet racking clean will make sure it is free from debris that can cause corrosion over time. First, it is important to remove the inventory from the racks. After that, the simplest way to clean your pallet rack is by dusting and scrubbing with a cleaning solution. Make sure it is rinsed and completely dried before restocking your inventory to prevent accidents and injury! Regular inspections can help you determine how often you need to clean your pallet racks. Scheduling regular cleaning based on this information is the best way to stay up-to-date on your cleaning practices.

Proper Usage

Properly using your pallet racking will help ensure it is properly maintained. Each pallet rack does have a load capacity. Overloading your pallet racks can cause severe damage that may result in injury to employees or inventory. It will also prevent frequent repairs, which can be costly. Also, it is important to properly train employees on how to load and unload your pallet rack to evenly distribute the weight and prevent straining the rack.

There are safety additions for pallet racks that can help protect your rack. Column guards and end-of-aisle protectors help prevent damage from forklift collisions. Proper forklift usage and training can help prevent collisions, however completely eliminating them is impossible. The proper precautions will protect your pallet rack, your inventory, and your employees.

Regular Inspections and Repairs 

You should conduct routine inspections yourself to catch any visual damage. However, it is important to have professionals periodically inspect your equipment. They have the knowledge and expertise to confirm the structural integrity of the racks while identifying more potential hazards. If damage is found during any of these inspections, action must be taken, the quicker the better. Repairing your pallet racks in a timely manner will help prevent further damage which may be more costly, damaging, or hazardous to your employees. 

Understanding how to properly maintain your pallet rack will empower you to take informed action to protect your racks and employees. If you keep your pallet racks in good condition,  you can minimize the risks associated with owning racks while maximizing your warehouse efficiency. Call Simply Rack at (512) 869-2803  or contact us for questions about your racking needs.