Audited Supplier
Carton flow shelving
All Life
One Year
Tool Rack, Beverage, Clothing, Tools, Supermarket, Food, Industrial
Steel
Shelf
Carton Flow Roller Shelf
Adjustable
0-5m
150-500kg
Semi-closed
Conventional
Picking for Bin Box
Manually
Width X Depth X Height , Levels and Box Size
Powder Coating or Galvanizing
WLB
Box
China
9403000
Product Description
Gravity Flow Racking System Introduction**
**Gravity Flow Racking* is a high-density, dynamic storage solution designed for efficient FIFO (First-In, First-Out) inventory management. It utilizes inclined roller tracks to enable goods to glide smoothly from the loading end to the picking end via gravity, minimizing manual handling and optimizing order-picking efficiency.
---
#### **1. Structural Design**
- **Core Components**:
- **Roller Tracks**: Inclined steel or polymer rollers with low-friction bearings for smooth movement.
- **Frame Structure**: Robust steel uprights and beams to support roller tracks and pallet loads.
- **Braking System**: Speed controllers or wheel brakes to regulate item movement.
- **Loading/Unloading Zones**: Dedicated entry (higher end) and exit (lower end) points for workflow optimization.
- **Material**:
- Galvanized or powder-coated steel for corrosion resistance.
- Rollers made of durable nylon, polyurethane, or steel.
---
#### **2. Key Advantages**
- **High-Density Storage**: Maximizes warehouse space by eliminating aisle gaps (ideal for homogeneous SKUs).
- **FIFO Compliance**: Ensures automatic stock rotation, critical for perishable goods or time-sensitive products.
- **Labor Efficiency**: Reduces forklift travel and manual picking time by up to 50%.
- **Scalability**: Modular design allows expansion or reconfiguration as needs evolve.
- **Safety**: Roller brakes prevent collisions; guardrails ensure load stability.
---
#### **3. Applications**
- **Food & Beverage**: Cold storage for perishables (e.g., dairy, meats).
- **E-commerce Fulfillment**: High-speed picking of small to medium parcels.
- **Automotive**: Storing components like tires, batteries, or parts kits.
- **Pharmaceuticals**: FIFO management of medicines with expiration dates.
- **Retail Distribution**: Rapid replenishment of high-turnover items.
---
#### **4. Technical Specifications**
| **Parameter** | **Specification** |
|----------------------|--------------------------------------------|
| **Load Capacity** | 500-2,000 kg per lane (depending on design)|
| **Roller Pitch** | 75-150 mm (adjustable for carton/pallet size)|
| **Incline Angle** | 3°-7° (optimized for smooth gravity flow) |
| **System Height** | 2-12 meters (customizable) |
| **Compliance** | Meets FEM 10.2.02, OSHA, or ISO standards |
---
#### **5. Types of Flow Racking**
| **Type** | **Features** | **Use Case** |
|----------------------|-----------------------------------------------|-------------------------------|
| **Carton Flow Racking** | For boxed items; rollers spaced for small SKUs. | Retail warehouses, pharmacies |
| **Pallet Flow Racking** | Heavy-duty rollers for full pallet loads. | Bulk storage (beverages,) |
| **Hybrid Systems** | Combines flow lanes with static shelving. | Mixed inventory environments |
---
#### **6. Installation & Safety Guidelines**
1. **Floor Preparation**: Ensure level flooring to maintain consistent incline angles.
2. **Load Testing**: Verify roller speed and braking efficiency before full operation.
3. **Safety Features**:
- Install guardrails at picking ends.
- Use photoelectric sensors to alert empty lanes.
4. **Maintenance**:
- Lubricate rollers annually.
- Inspect alignment and braking systems quarterly.
---
#### **7. Comparison with Static Shelving**
| **Feature** | **Gravity Flow Racking** | **Static Shelving** |
|----------------------|---------------------------------------|------------------------------------|
| **Space Utilization**| High-density (no aisles) | Requires aisles for access |
| **Workflow** | FIFO automation | Manual FIFO/LIFO management |
| **Labor Cost** | Lower (reduced picking time) | Higher (manual handling) |
| **Initial Investment**| Higher (complex installation) | Lower (simple structure) |
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**Formatting Tips for Word**:
1. Use **Heading 1** for main titles (e.g., "Gravity Flow Racking System Introduction").
2. Apply **Heading 2** for subsections (e.g., "Structural Design").
3. Format tables with gridlines and consistent fonts (e.g., Arial 10.5pt).
4. Add technical diagrams or load capacity charts for visual clarity.
**Gravity Flow Racking* is a high-density, dynamic storage solution designed for efficient FIFO (First-In, First-Out) inventory management. It utilizes inclined roller tracks to enable goods to glide smoothly from the loading end to the picking end via gravity, minimizing manual handling and optimizing order-picking efficiency.
---
#### **1. Structural Design**
- **Core Components**:
- **Roller Tracks**: Inclined steel or polymer rollers with low-friction bearings for smooth movement.
- **Frame Structure**: Robust steel uprights and beams to support roller tracks and pallet loads.
- **Braking System**: Speed controllers or wheel brakes to regulate item movement.
- **Loading/Unloading Zones**: Dedicated entry (higher end) and exit (lower end) points for workflow optimization.
- **Material**:
- Galvanized or powder-coated steel for corrosion resistance.
- Rollers made of durable nylon, polyurethane, or steel.
---
#### **2. Key Advantages**
- **High-Density Storage**: Maximizes warehouse space by eliminating aisle gaps (ideal for homogeneous SKUs).
- **FIFO Compliance**: Ensures automatic stock rotation, critical for perishable goods or time-sensitive products.
- **Labor Efficiency**: Reduces forklift travel and manual picking time by up to 50%.
- **Scalability**: Modular design allows expansion or reconfiguration as needs evolve.
- **Safety**: Roller brakes prevent collisions; guardrails ensure load stability.
---
#### **3. Applications**
- **Food & Beverage**: Cold storage for perishables (e.g., dairy, meats).
- **E-commerce Fulfillment**: High-speed picking of small to medium parcels.
- **Automotive**: Storing components like tires, batteries, or parts kits.
- **Pharmaceuticals**: FIFO management of medicines with expiration dates.
- **Retail Distribution**: Rapid replenishment of high-turnover items.
---
#### **4. Technical Specifications**
| **Parameter** | **Specification** |
|----------------------|--------------------------------------------|
| **Load Capacity** | 500-2,000 kg per lane (depending on design)|
| **Roller Pitch** | 75-150 mm (adjustable for carton/pallet size)|
| **Incline Angle** | 3°-7° (optimized for smooth gravity flow) |
| **System Height** | 2-12 meters (customizable) |
| **Compliance** | Meets FEM 10.2.02, OSHA, or ISO standards |
---
#### **5. Types of Flow Racking**
| **Type** | **Features** | **Use Case** |
|----------------------|-----------------------------------------------|-------------------------------|
| **Carton Flow Racking** | For boxed items; rollers spaced for small SKUs. | Retail warehouses, pharmacies |
| **Pallet Flow Racking** | Heavy-duty rollers for full pallet loads. | Bulk storage (beverages,) |
| **Hybrid Systems** | Combines flow lanes with static shelving. | Mixed inventory environments |
---
#### **6. Installation & Safety Guidelines**
1. **Floor Preparation**: Ensure level flooring to maintain consistent incline angles.
2. **Load Testing**: Verify roller speed and braking efficiency before full operation.
3. **Safety Features**:
- Install guardrails at picking ends.
- Use photoelectric sensors to alert empty lanes.
4. **Maintenance**:
- Lubricate rollers annually.
- Inspect alignment and braking systems quarterly.
---
#### **7. Comparison with Static Shelving**
| **Feature** | **Gravity Flow Racking** | **Static Shelving** |
|----------------------|---------------------------------------|------------------------------------|
| **Space Utilization**| High-density (no aisles) | Requires aisles for access |
| **Workflow** | FIFO automation | Manual FIFO/LIFO management |
| **Labor Cost** | Lower (reduced picking time) | Higher (manual handling) |
| **Initial Investment**| Higher (complex installation) | Lower (simple structure) |
---
**Formatting Tips for Word**:
1. Use **Heading 1** for main titles (e.g., "Gravity Flow Racking System Introduction").
2. Apply **Heading 2** for subsections (e.g., "Structural Design").
3. Format tables with gridlines and consistent fonts (e.g., Arial 10.5pt).
4. Add technical diagrams or load capacity charts for visual clarity.
