Pallet Rack Beam Lengths
All values for pallet rack beams are based on a uniformly distributed load i e.
Pallet rack beam lengths. See the standard beam sizes for some of the available beam widths. Easy online ordering for the ones who get it done along with 24 7 customer service free technical support more. Load width is 42. Unarco interchangeable pallet racking beams are one piece support beams for which are roll formed and continuously welded for durability and a smooth finish on all sides.
Plan for 3 inches of clearance between the upright and the pallet. The length and the width of the beams are dependent on the capacity that you need from them. Used pallet rack beams can start as low as 15 each and used pallet rack uprights can start as low as 55. If required round up to the next highest beam length.
In fact we often have used pallet rack or closeout specials available in non standard sizes. Roll formed pallet rack beams that are longer than 150 require lateral ties. Pallet rack beam capacities are pretty simple. 8 foot long beams are by far the most common beam length and allow for the storage of two standard 48 x 40 pallets.
The deflection limit for all pallet rack beams is the length divided by 180. Teardrop pallet rack compatibility working with new vs old style teardrop pallet racking beams can be confusing. Pallet rack beams are available in many sizes and styles all depending on the material that you are storing on them. Pallet rack beams have a length and height or face size the beam length determines how many pallets you can store per beam level.
But upright capacities are more complex. The full range of lengths spanning from 36 192 is manufactured with different gauges to match the capacity you need with affordable pricing. We re not limited to those sizes but they are a good starting. Each beam carries 50 of the load and assume proper installation and no beam damage.
Purchasing used pallet racking is a very popular choice for many businesses needing industrial shelving and storage. When it comes to pallet rack beams grainger s got your back. It can sometimes be confusing for new customers to hear pallet rack beam terminology. There s a good chance the customer will hear the seller refer to beam length and beam height or alternatively beam profile beam length simply refers to the length of the beam not including the end connectors.
Unarco offers a variety of height and gauge interchangeable pallet racking. Prices depend strongly on size and condition of the material. Pallet rack beams are usually carried in stock in standard lengths such as 6 8 9 10 and 12 although the company you re buying from may have other odd sizes to choose from. To determine the beam width assumes 2 pallets per beam.
Beam length vs beam height. They re rated per pair for evenly. All of our new.