Maximize access. Optimize space. Retrofit with ease.
Heavy or awkward inventory can quickly become difficult to manage when materials are stacked deep on static shelving. Employees often waste time reaching, lifting, or shifting product just to access stored items in the back of a rack bay. Roll-out rack systems help solve that problem by bringing stored materials out to the operator instead of forcing the operator into the rack.
Midwest Material Handling, LLC supplies versatile roll-out rack systems designed to retrofit into existing pallet racking with minimal disruption. These systems are commonly used in automotive, HVAC, manufacturing, maintenance, electrical, and industrial storage environments where quick access to parts and materials is important.
Designed to work with many styles of pallet racking, these modular shelves can typically be installed into both roll formed and structural rack systems already in use throughout a facility. This allows companies to improve storage access without completely replacing their current rack layout.
For companies improving overall warehouse organization, these systems can also complement existing internal storage solutions such as selective pallet rack.
Improve Access to Heavy or Hard-to-Reach Inventory
Traditional shelving can make it difficult to safely access parts stored toward the back of a shelf. Roll-out shelves slide outward, providing full-depth access to stored materials while helping reduce excessive reaching and awkward lifting.
These systems are especially useful for storing:
- Automotive components
- HVAC parts and supplies
- Electrical components
- Dies, molds, and tooling
- Maintenance inventory
- Heavy boxed products
- Industrial parts and equipment
By improving accessibility, companies can often reduce picking time while improving organization and workplace safety.
Rack Mounted & Floor Mounted Roll-Out Shelves
There are two primary roll-out rack configurations commonly used depending on application requirements.
Rack Mounted Roll-Out Shelves
Rack mounted units install directly into pallet rack beam levels above the floor and are ideal for smaller parts or medium-capacity storage applications.
Key features include:
- Capacity up to 1,000 lbs.
- Modular design with multiple size options
- Smooth enclosed bearing operation
- Lightweight construction to reduce rack impact
- Adjustable brackets for easier installation
- Interchangeable top plate options
- Optional lock-out safety feature
Floor Mounted Roll-Out Shelves
Floor mounted systems install directly on the warehouse floor and are designed for heavier capacity applications.
Key features include:
- Capacity up to 3,000 lbs.
- Excellent for tooling, dies, and dense inventory
- Full-extension access to heavy materials
- Durable industrial construction
- Modular sizing and surface configurations available
Retrofit Existing Pallet Rack Systems
One of the major advantages of roll-out rack systems is the ability to retrofit existing warehouse storage racking layouts. Many facilities already have usable pallet rack structures in place but struggle with inefficient storage access.
Adding roll-out shelving can help modernize storage areas while maximizing existing vertical cube space. In many cases, companies can improve accessibility and workflow without the expense of replacing complete rack systems.
For facilities currently evaluating upgrades to their selective pallet rack layout, roll-out shelves can also serve as a valuable specialty storage addition for unique inventory types.
A Flexible Storage Solution for Industrial Facilities
Roll-out rack systems are designed for flexibility, efficiency, and long-term durability. Their modular construction allows businesses to adapt storage areas as inventory needs change over time.
Whether you are upgrading an existing warehouse or planning a new storage layout, Midwest Material Handling can help you identify the right solution for your operation.
If your facility needs improved access to heavy or difficult-to-store materials, our team can help you explore roll-out rack options along with other industrial storage and pallet rack accessory solutions designed to improve workflow and maximize warehouse space.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roll-Out Rack Systems
What are roll-out rack systems used for?
Roll-out rack systems are commonly used to improve access to heavy, bulky, or hard-to-reach inventory stored inside pallet racking. They are popular in automotive, manufacturing, HVAC, maintenance, and industrial storage applications where employees need safer and faster access to parts or materials.
Can roll-out shelves be added to existing pallet rack systems?
Yes. Many roll-out shelf systems are designed to retrofit into existing pallet racking without requiring a complete rack replacement. They are compatible with many roll formed and structural pallet rack styles commonly used throughout North America.
How much weight can roll-out shelves hold?
Capacity depends on the style and configuration. Rack mounted systems commonly support up to 1,000 lbs., while floor mounted systems can handle loads up to 3,000 lbs. for heavier industrial storage applications.
What industries commonly use roll-out rack systems?
These systems are commonly used in automotive facilities, machine shops, maintenance departments, electrical supply storage, HVAC operations, industrial manufacturing, and warehouses storing tooling or heavy components.
Are roll-out shelves available in different sizes?
Yes. Most systems are modular and available in multiple widths, depths, and surface configurations to fit different storage requirements and pallet rack layouts.
Improve Access & Organization with Roll-Out Rack Systems
If your warehouse or facility struggles with hard-to-access inventory, roll-out rack systems can help improve organization, safety, and efficiency while maximizing existing storage space.
Midwest Material Handling, LLC can help you select the right roll-out shelving solution for your application, whether you are retrofitting existing pallet racking or planning a new storage layout.
Contact our team today to discuss your project and explore industrial storage solutions designed to improve workflow and optimize warehouse operations.
