Pallet racking protection.

Pallet Racking Mistakes To Avoid

August 19, 2024

Pallet racking can be a large investment for a business. Because of this, when buying, installing, and using pallet racking, it’s important that all of this is done correctly. If any mistakes are made, they can potentially be costly. Thankfully pallet racking is relatively simple and, if you know what you’re doing and have the […]





A close up of Colby pallet racking.

What To Consider When Moving Pallet Racking

August 12, 2024

There’s a lot of reasons you may need to move pallet racking. Maybe your business is moving and the pallet racking needs to be relocated to your new premises. Maybe the layout of your warehouse is changing and the pallet racking needs to be moved. Maybe you’re getting more pallet racking; you want to continue […]





Push back pallet racking being loaded.

What Are The Advantages Of Push-Back Pallet Racking

July 31, 2024

Push-back pallet racking is a style of high density pallet racking that can store pallets up to six deep. As the name would suggest, push-back pallet racking operates by a forklift pushing pallets towards the back; the racking is on a slight incline so that when a pallet is picked up, pallets behind it roll […]





A large warehouse filled with selective pallet racking.

Why You Should Get New Pallet Racking



You may want your pallet racking to last forever, but at some point, it may be time to upgrade it. Colby Australian made pallet racking is extremely robust, it’s design to withstand being used in industrial situations and stay safe and useful year after year. But just like everything, even the best pallet racking needs […]





A large warehouse filled with selective pallet racking.

Why You Should Use Locally Made Pallet Racking



When it comes to pallet racking, there’s a lot of choice out there. Pallet racking comes in a variety of different types, weight bearing ability, and price points. What works for one pallet storage situation may not work for another storage situation, so it’s important to businesses to evaluate their options when they go to […]





A half loaded cantilever racking system.

Do You Need Cantilever Racking Or Longspan Shelving?



When it comes to warehouse storage, there’s a lot of choice. Ultimately, what you decide to use will depend on what you’re storing, why you’re storing it, and how eventually needs to be shipped out of the warehouse. Although pallet racking is often the default choice for warehouse storage, there are other options out there; […]





Pallet racking protection.

How Often Should Pallet Racking Should Be Inspected



If pallet racking is installed correctly, it can be very safe. However, even when properly installed, pallet racking does pose a danger. Due to accidents, incorrect loading, and simple wear and tear, pallet racking can become damaged over time. This damage creates risks of pallets falling or even the pallet racking collapsing. All of this […]





Empty pallet live storage system.

The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Pallet Live Storage



There are many different kinds of pallet racking out there, each with a specific use case. What this means is that pallet racking can be designed to suit different situations depending on how the warehouse operates. For example, denser pallet racking often sacrifices selectivity. This may not be a problem though, and it may suit […]





Double deep pallet racking getting unloaded by a forklift.

What Are The Benefits Of Double Deep Pallet Racking?

May 13, 2024

What double deep pallet racking is and how it operates is all in the name. Unlike standard selective pallet racking, double deep pallet racking stores pallets two deep, increasing the storage density of a warehouse. Double deep pallet racking is one of many different types of pallet racking, each with its own use cases, positives, and negatives. That is […]