Compare push back rack and drive in rack

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Push Back racking và Drive-In racking are both quite popular storage rack systems today. So which steel rack system is suitable for your warehouse? The costs and characteristics of these two types of storage racks will be detailed by Eurorack in the following article.

Introduction to heavy duty racking system

Heavy-duty storage racks are industrial-grade racks with a load capacity of 1000kg or more. These are considered the preferred inventory storage systems by many businesses.

The structure of storage racks is usually simple and often made from heavy-duty steel (metal), with an electrostatic powder coating or galvanized coating to prevent oxidation.

When choosing a storage system for your warehouse, the two commonly compared types are Push Back and Drive-In racks. Both of these types of racks have their own advantages, suitable for different needs and business types. Below is a detailed comparison between Push Back and Drive-In racks.

Types of Heavy-Duty Warehouse Racks:

The most popular heavy-duty racks on the market today include:

  • Selective Rack

  • Double Deep Rack

  • Drive-In (Drive-Thru) Rack

  • Push Back Rack

  • VNA Rack...

Among them, Drive-In and Push Back racks are particularly noted by many businesses. Both types of racks have their own advantages, suitable for different needs and business types. Below is a detailed comparison between Push Back and Drive-In racks.

Comparison of Push Back and Drive-In Racks:

Push Back Rack:

Push Back rack, also known as pallet push back rack, is designed with a sliding mechanism, where pallets are placed at the front, and goods are loaded onto the pallet and pushed inward. When one pallet is removed, the pallets behind will slide forward.

push-back-pallet-racking-system

Characteristics of Push Back Rack:

  • Load capacity ranges from 500-1500kg per pallet.

  • A single rack row can store 2 to 6 pallets, allowing the storage of various items with different pallet sizes simultaneously.

  • Operating principle: suitable for LIFO (Last In, First Out), meaning the last loaded pallet will be the first to be removed.

  • Space optimization: optimizes up to over 60% of warehouse floor space, increasing storage density.

  • Investment cost: The initial investment cost is usually higher due to the complex mechanical structure and rail system. However, it reduces operating and maintenance costs in the long term.

Drive-In Rack:

Drive-In (Drive-Thru) racks have a simpler structure and a deeper design. Narrow aisles are minimized to maximize storage density.

drive-in-racking-system

Characteristics of Drive-In Rack:

  • Load capacity ranges from 500-1500kg per pallet.

  • A single rack row can store 7 to 9 pallets, allowing the storage of uniform palletized goods.

  • Operating principle: suitable for LIFO, with forklifts loading and unloading goods from one side quickly.

  • Space optimization: optimizes up to over 70% of warehouse floor space, increasing storage density.

  • Investment cost: Lower initial investment cost but requires regular maintenance to ensure safety and operational efficiency. Operating costs may increase due to the need for specialized forklifts to maneuver in narrow aisles.

Making the Decision:

Choosing between Push Back and Drive in racking requires considering many factors such as the type of goods, warehouse environment, available space, storage needs, and budget. Push Back racks are ideal for warehouses with limited space and require flexible storage, such as pharmaceutical or chemical warehouses. Conversely, Drive-In racks are suitable for warehouses storing large quantities of uniform goods over a long period, making them ideal for food, agricultural products, cold storage, and beverages. To make the right decision, a thorough analysis of these factors and the business situation is necessary to ensure cost optimization and high efficiency.

The most reputable supplier of warehouse storage racking system - Eurorack:

Eurorack is the leading brand in providing industrial storage racks and steel pallets in Vietnam. With over 14 years of development, Eurorack has partnered with many large and small businesses both domestically and internationally, such as Nestle, Vinamilk, Ajinomoto, Coca-Cola, Pepsico, Toyota, and Toshiba...

For consulting on suitable storage rack solutions, please contact Eurorack JSC at:

Eurorack Storage Racking System in Vietnam:

Hotline: 0938 520 379

Website: www.eurorack.com.vn

Email: info@eurorack.vn

Address: 5/3 Doan Thi Diem, Ward 1, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City

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