Pallet Racking in Chicago, IL
Make better use of your warehouse space with pallet racking designed for your inventory, pallet sizes, and material handling requirements. RMH Systems designs and installs pallet racking for Chicago-area warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities.
Our pallet racking solutions are designed around your operation, with:
✓ Direct access to individual pallets
✓ Flexible configurations for different SKU mixes
✓ Structural & roll-formed options
Whether you’re outfitting a new facility or reconfiguring existing storage, we’ll help you develop a pallet racking layout that supports your space, inventory, and workflow.
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When Pallet Racking Makes Sense
Pallet racking provides efficient storage while maintaining direct access to individual pallets and SKUs. Systems can be configured around your available space, pallet dimensions, load requirements, and material handling equipment.
It’s especially well suited for operations with:
✓ Wide variety of SKUs
✓ Frequent access to individual pallets
✓ Changing inventory requirements
✓ New warehouse layouts or facility expansions
✓ Existing storage that needs to be reconfigured
Pallet Racking Options
Selective Pallet Racking
Provides direct access to every pallet position while offering a strong balance of storage capacity and product selectivity.
Ideal for operations with a wide variety of SKUs, frequent pallet access, or storage requirements that may change over time.
Double-Deep Pallet Racking
Stores pallets two deep to increase storage density and reduce the number of aisles required.
Ideal for operations that need greater capacity but don’t require immediate access to every pallet.
Requires compatible deep-reach lift equipment.
Gravity-fed lanes provide high-density FIFO storage while automatically rotating stock as pallets are removed.
Ideal for fast-moving inventory, high-volume products, and operations where stock rotation is important.
Push Back Pallet Racking
Stores two to six pallets deep to increase storage density while providing greater selectivity than drive-in racking.
Ideal for operations with multiple SKUs that need high-density storage without requiring lift trucks to enter the rack.
Drive-In/Drive-Through Pallet Racking
Maximizes storage density by storing pallets several positions deep with fewer aisles.
Ideal for large quantities of similar products where density is more important than individual pallet access.
Drive-in typically supports LIFO inventory flow, while drive-through can support FIFO.
Pallet Shuttle Systems
Combines high-density, deep-lane storage with powered shuttles that move pallets within the rack.
Reduces forklift travel within storage lanes and is well-suited for high-throughput operations with large quantities of pallets per SKU.
Comparing Pallet Racking Types
| Solution | Best For | Storage Density | Pallet Depth | SKU Selectivity | Inventory Flow | Key Considerations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selective Pallet Rack | Wide SKU variety, frequent pallet access | Low–Medium | 1 | High | FIFO or LIFO | Flexible, easy to reconfigure, economical |
| Double-Deep Pallet Rack | More storage with fewer aisles | Medium–High | 2 | Medium | LIFO | Requires deep-reach lift trucks; less immediate access |
| Pallet Flow Rack | Fast-moving inventory and stock rotation | High | Multiple | Medium | FIFO | Gravity-fed lanes; strong fit for food/distribution |
| Drive-In/Drive-Through | Large quantities of similar products | Very High | Multiple | Low | LIFO/FIFO* | Lift trucks enter rack; requires trained operators and regular inspections |
| Push Back Pallet Rack | High-density storage with multiple SKUs | High | 2-6 | Medium–High | LIFO | Better selectivity than drive-in; aisle access to each pick face |
| Pallet Shuttle Systems | High-throughput deep-lane storage | Very High | Multiple | Medium | FIFO or LIFO | Powered shuttle reduces forklift travel within rack lanes |
*Drive-in is typically LIFO; drive-through can support FIFO.
Choosing the Right Pallet Rack Construction
The right pallet racking system depends on more than configuration. How the rack is constructed also affects its durability, flexibility, and performance in your facility.
Roll-formed and structural rack each offer different advantages depending on your loads, equipment, environment, and storage requirements.
Roll-Formed Pallet Rack
Strong, durable and adjustable, making it a versatile choice when storage needs may change.
Common applications include:
✓ Distribution & fulfillment
✓ General manufacturing
✓ Facilities with changing inventory
✓ Flexible storage layouts
Structural Pallet Rack
Heavy-duty and impact-resistant, built for more demanding applications and operating environments.
Common applications include:
✓ Heavy manufacturing
✓ High-traffic facilities
✓ Heavy-load storage
✓ High-impact environments
Not sure which is right for your facility? Our racking experts will help you find the right fit for your operation.
Need Help Planning Your Pallet Racking System?
Our Chicago team can evaluate your space, inventory and storage requirements to help you determine the right racking system and layout for your facility.
- Address: 110 Schiller St, Ste 320, Elmhurst, IL 60126
- Phone: 633-516-1115
