Pallet Rack Repair & Inspections
Pallet Rack Repair Services Throughout Ohio
Pallet rack repair is critical when upright columns become damaged from forklift impact or pallet contact. Even minor dents in pallet racking can significantly reduce structural capacity and create serious safety risks. Midwest Material Handling provides engineered pallet rack repair and rack inspection services for warehouses throughout Ohio, helping facilities restore structural integrity and maintain compliance with current Rack Manufacturers Institute guidelines.
No matter how well forklift operators are trained, pallet rack damage is inevitable. The most common impact occurs on the front of upright columns, typically 12 to 24 inches above the floor where forks and pallets make repeated contact. When this happens, vertical and horizontal reinforcing members can also become compromised.
Even a small dent can weaken an upright. Once damaged, it should never continue carrying load without repair or replacement. Employee safety and operational protection must always come first.
Repair or Replace a Damaged Upright?
When damage occurs, two options exist. Replace the upright or repair it.
If there is a dent in an upright column, its structural integrity has been compromised. That upright must be repaired or removed from service. Continuing to load a damaged column exposes your facility to unnecessary risk.
Replacing an interior upright often requires unloading adjacent rack sections. In many layouts, crews must disassemble an entire row of pallet racking to complete the replacement. While the material cost of a replacement upright is typically lower, the operational disruption can be significant.
A pallet rack repair kit generally costs approximately four times the price of a replacement upright. However, repair is usually far more efficient from an operational standpoint. Most repairs can be completed in 60 minutes or less and typically require no unloading. In most cases, welding is not required.
The repair process is four to five times faster than frame replacement and requires approximately seventy five percent less product movement. For many Ohio warehouses, the reduction in downtime, labor, and internal resource allocation offsets the higher upfront material cost.
Custom Engineered Rack Repair Kits
Every pallet rack repair kit we install is custom engineered based on where and how the upright was damaged. The design is specific to the rack profile, impact location, and severity of deformation.
These are not generic sleeves or off the shelf components. Each repair solution is engineered to reinforce the affected area, restore structural performance, and maintain rack alignment and load integrity.
Once properly installed, the reinforced section becomes highly impact resistant. In most cases, it is very unlikely that the upright will sustain similar damage again in the repaired area. These repair systems are built for durability and designed to withstand future forklift impact.
Types of Repair Applications Include:
• Single Column Structural
• Front and Back Column Structural
• Single Leg Roll Formed
• Sloped or Cantilevered Columns
• Bolt On Vertical and Horizontal Braces
• Heavy Duty Column Base Repair
Our team identifies the correct repair configuration based on rack manufacturer, upright profile, damage location, and load requirements.
Our Pallet Rack Repair 4 Step Process
We follow a structured process to ensure repairs are engineered, compliant, and professionally installed.
1. On Site Evaluation
We conduct a thorough inspection of pallet rack uprights and beams. Each damaged component is documented in its current condition. Upon request, we provide a written report for internal safety and compliance records.
2. Written Evaluation and Cost Estimate
You receive a detailed repair recommendation and cost estimate. Many facilities choose to phase repairs over time. We help identify the most critical structural concerns first so resources are allocated appropriately.
3. Engineering and Component Design
Required repair components are custom designed to match your rack profile and damage location. Approval documents are reviewed and signed prior to manufacturing. Materials are then ordered and delivered.
4. Professional Installation
Once components arrive on site, our certified and experienced installation crew completes the repair efficiently and safely with minimal disruption to operations.
From initial survey through final installation, we provide a complete one source solution for warehouses across Ohio.
RMI Compliant and Industry Approved
All pallet rack repair kits are structurally engineered and manufactured to meet current Rack Manufacturers Institute guidelines. Our solutions support OSHA compliance requirements for warehouse storage systems.
Key advantages include:
• Four to five times faster than frame replacement
• Approximately seventy five percent less product movement
• Minimal operational disruption
• Superior impact resistance at the repair location
• No hot work permits or fire watch permits required
• Engineer supervised products and processes
• Certified professional installation crews
• Manufactured in the United States
Each repair solution is designed to protect employees, inventory, and your long term investment in pallet racking.
Why Choose Midwest Material Handling?
Since 1995, Midwest Material Handling has supported warehouses across Ohio with pallet racking systems, industrial storage solutions, and material handling equipment. We understand rack systems from design and installation through repair, reconfiguration, and long term compliance.
Our team combines engineering driven solutions with real world warehouse experience. We provide honest recommendations, clear documentation, and professional installation crews who understand the importance of operational continuity.
When safety, compliance, and efficiency matter, Ohio warehouses trust Midwest Material Handling.
Related Warehouse Services
In addition to pallet rack repair, we also provide:
• Pallet Racking Systems
• Pallet Rack Installation
• Rack Reconfiguration Services
• Warehouse Safety Inspections
These services allow us to support your facility beyond repair work and help maintain long term rack system performance.
Schedule a Pallet Rack Repair Evaluation in Ohio
If your warehouse has damaged pallet racking, do not wait for a minor dent to become a structural failure. Upright damage immediately reduces load capacity and increases liability exposure.
Our team will evaluate your rack system, document all damage, and provide a clear repair recommendation based on safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Whether you operate a single facility or multiple locations across Ohio, we are ready to help restore the integrity of your pallet racking system.
Call 614 733 0505 or email sales@mmhonline.com to schedule your pallet rack repair evaluation today.
