Warehouse racks are rack structures for storing goods. There are different types of warehouse racks according to customer needs and functional differences. Among them, beam racks are popular in all walks of life due to their simple structure, easy use, and large storage capacity.
However, due to the different usage methods of various industries, beam racks also have a variant - double-depth racks. So what is the difference between the two?
Beam racking and double-depth racking
Beam rack
Beam racks are assembled from columns, beams, cross braces, diagonal braces and self-locking bolts, which can effectively prevent the racks from becoming unstable due to loose bolts. Beam racks are one of the most common and widely used racks, suitable for most warehouses or commodities. The transfer machine can reach any cargo position for storage, with 100% selectivity and convenient and quick operation.
Double deep rack
Double-depth racking, also known as double-deep racking, is a variant of beam racking. Its structure is similar to that of beam racking, but the difference is that it is designed as a double-row side-by-side storage rack type, doubling the storage capacity and supporting the use of scissor-type forklifts.
The main features of double-deep racks：
(1) Suitable for warehouses with low pick-up rates, with a ground utilization rate of up to 42%, doubling the inventory volume compared to general beam-type shelves.
(2) The forklift channel needs to be around 3.3 meters, and the first-in-last-out access method is difficult to achieve first-in-first-out.
(3) The construction cost per card slot is the lowest cost shelf system among all three-dimensional warehouse systems.
(4) The beam height is low, the operating height can reach 8 meters, and medium inventory activities provide 50% optionality.
So, which is better, a beam rack or a double-depth rack?
In fact, both have their own advantages, but generally heavy-duty racks have a 100% picking rate and can achieve first-in, first-out, but double-depth racks have a higher space utilization rate, and the picking rate is only 50%, which makes it difficult to achieve first-in, first-out.
Therefore, when choosing warehouse racks, you should first recognize the characteristics and needs of your own products and warehouses, so that you can choose the type of rack that is suitable for your own use. Of course, if you don't know how to choose, you can find us directly. We will summarize and think about your needs from a professional perspective, help you select the appropriate type of rack, and plan a complete warehouse rack storage plan for you!
