Buying shelves may seem like a simple task, but it takes a lot of attention. A set of suitable and reliable shelves can ensure that your warehouse management is more efficient and safe. So what exactly do you need to know when you're shopping for shelves?
1,Identify your use case and requirements
It's important to know what kind of shelf you want
The Type Of Shelf You Need
Light shelf: 100 kg-300 kg per layer
Medium shelf: 200 kg~500 kg per layer
Heavy-duty rack: 500kg~5000kg per layer
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Storage Space
- Warehouse/factory: give preference to through or attic shelves with adjustable and expandable floor height.
- Retail stores: choose display strong boutique shelf, pay attention to beauty and space utilization.
- Cold Storage/wet environment: use galvanized or stainless steel material, anti-corrosion, moisture-proof.
2,Type and structure of shelves
| Type | Scenarios | Characteristics |
| Shelving with laminated panels | Light goods, small warehouses | The laminate is adjustable and easy to install |
| Through type shelf | Bulk storage, less variety of goods | The number of channels is reduced and the space utilization rate is high |
| Mezzanine shelf | Warehouse space expansion, multi-species storage | Two-story or multi-story structure, need to consider the load-bearing and safety |
| Cantilever type shelf | Long strips of goods, eg pipes, timber | Cantilever design, easy to pick and place |
| Movable type of shelf | Scenarios with limited space and flexible adjustments | Bottom pulley, removable |
3,Material and durability
Steel Selection
- Cold-rolled steel plate: load-bearing capacity, smooth surface, suitable for most scenarios.
- Galvanized Steel: anti-corrosion, suitable for wet or outdoor environment.
- Stainless steel: strong corrosion resistance, suitable for food, pharmaceutical industry.
Thickness Of Laminate
- The thickness of the laminate directly affects the load-bearing capacity. It is recommended to choose according to the weight of the goods:
- Light Shelf: laminate thickness ≥0.6 mm.
- Heavy duty shelves: laminate thickness ≥1.2 mm.
4,Dimensions and specifications
Height And Number Of Layers
- The height of each floor should be adjusted according to the height of the commodity. It is suggested that 10-20 cm should be reserved for the spacing of each floor.
- The number of layers is selected according to the storage requirements, but attention should be paid to the top load-bearing safety.
Depth And Width
- The depth (the distance between the front and back of the shelf) should take into account the convenience of forklift trucks or manual pickup.
- Width should be designed according to warehouse or store space to avoid waste.
5,Security and compliance
Load Bearing Markings:Shelf should be clearly marked each layer of load-bearing, to avoid overloading led to collapse.
Safety accessories:Need to be equipped with anti-collision angle, safety net, non-slip layer board and other accessories.
Certification standards:Industrial shelves must be ISO 9001 certified and food grade shelves must be FDA or HACCP certified.
