If it’s your first time working with pallet racking, it is important to make yourself aware of the potentially dangerous and expensive mistakes to avoid. Pallet rack accessories can transform your warehouse as long as you don’t make these common mistakes.

Mistakes to avoid: Buying only what you need

Firstly, to efficiently purchase and use pallet rack accessories, you must always have a little bit more than what you may expect. You will be thankful later on if the business suddenly needs it. What’s more, it is always worth having a few additional parts and accessories in the event of any unexpected repairs. Never think only about what you need today, but what you might need in the future.

Picking at random

If you choose to invest in second-hand pallet racking, there are numerous places to buy. However, this does not mean you will find the same quality everywhere you shop. In fact, the less reputable the company, the higher the chances of you overpaying for poor quality. Check out our recent guide on buying new and used pallet racking to see how you can make a smart decision.

Choosing the wrong size

There are numerous issues you can face when you choose the wrong size, whether it be choosing pallet racking that is too high for your forklift trucks or units that are too narrow. Getting it wrong, even slightly, can leave you with storage solutions that simply will not work for your warehouse.

Overlooking compatibility

There are certain pallet racking and accessory types that are designed to work with other brands and products. However, there are certain brands that are designed to work only with that brand. This is something you must consider when buying, as the latter option can make expansion more costly and complex.

Choosing the cheapest

We understand the importance of saving money with your warehouse products. However, buying merely the cheapest will likely cost more in the future than if you were to invest in good quality storage solutions. If you want to save money, check out this guide.