How Craft Breweries Use Pallet Rack for Efficient Keg Storage
Craft breweries across the Midwest continue to grow, from small taprooms to regional production facilities. As output increases, so does the need for organized, dependable storage. For many breweries, pallet rack systems provide a practical solution for managing kegs, ingredients, and packaging materials efficiently.
Storage Challenges Inside a Brewery
Unlike traditional warehouses, breweries operate in environments that combine production, storage, and distribution within the same footprint. That creates unique demands, including:
- Keg storage that supports significant weight safely
- Organized access to malt, hops, and brewing supplies
- Space for cans, bottles, and packaging materials
- Racking that performs well in cold rooms or humid conditions
Because kegs are dense and heavy, storage systems must be structurally sound and properly configured. Pallet rack offers the strength and adjustability needed to support stacked kegs while maintaining safe access.
Why Pallet Rack Works for Keg Storage
Pallet rack systems are designed for load bearing performance in industrial settings. That same strength translates well to brewery operations.
Adjustable beam levels allow breweries to configure storage around different keg sizes. Wire decking or reinforced supports can improve stability. Modular layouts make it possible to adapt as production volume changes.
For growing breweries, flexibility matters. Storage layouts often evolve as distribution expands or seasonal production shifts.
Planning a Brewery Storage Layout
When implementing pallet rack for keg storage, several factors should be considered:
- Available floor space and ceiling height
- Forklift or pallet jack access
- Load capacity requirements
- Moisture or temperature exposure
Proper planning ensures both safety and efficiency. Many breweries choose layouts that separate finished goods from raw materials while keeping staging areas accessible for shipping and receiving.
Supporting Brewery Growth Across Ohio
Breweries throughout Ohio and the surrounding region continue to expand distribution and production capacity. Organized keg storage plays a significant role in maintaining workflow efficiency and protecting valuable inventory.
Well designed pallet rack systems help breweries scale operations without sacrificing safety or organization.
We have supplied storage solutions to breweries of various sizes, from independent taprooms to larger regional producers. Projects have included facilities such as… Brew Dog Brewery (Canal Winchester), Great Lakes Brewing (Cleveland), Jackie O’s (Athens), Rhinegeist Brewery (Cincinnati), Mad Tree Brewery (Cincinnati), Columbus Brewing Company (Columbus), Land GRant Brewing (Columbus) and Seventh Sun Brewery (Columbus), just to name a few!
