Whether you’re fitting out a new warehouse, expanding an existing warehouse, or just updating your pallet racking, the type of pallet you buy can be a difficult decision. And we’re not just talking about deciding between something simple like selective pallet racking or something more dense like push-back pallet racking. Another hard decision is whether to buy new racking or whether you may want to save money and purchase used pallet racking instead. Both new and used racking are good options, but obviously there are pros and cons to both.

Let’s explore the differences between new and used pallet racking, and why you may want to choose one over the other.

Why Use New Pallet Racking

New pallet racking is often more expensive than used pallet racking, but it can have its benefits.

One of the biggest benefits to the extra cost is that it’s often easier to find exactly what you want or need for your warehouse. Although there is a lot of basic used pallet racking out there, if you need something a little more specific like a pallet live storage system, your only option may be to buy it new. When you go with new pallet racking, you get exactly what you need.

With this in mind, new pallet racking gives you the advantage of buying the most up to date racking when it comes to technology. It may seem like it’s “just pallet racking,” but there’s always something new when it comes to steel strength, fastening systems, and more. So of course the newer pallet racking is going to take advantage of this.

Although the used pallet racking we sell is always thoroughly inspected for quality and safety, you still don’t know the full history of it. This may be only something for peace of mind, but that can be beneficial when running a business with a busy warehouse.

Why Use Second Hand Pallet Racking

As already mentioned, buying second hand pallet racking is most beneficial because of the cost savings. Pallet racking can be one of the largest purchases for a business and, especially if it’s a new business, you may be looking to save some money. Saving money on pallet racking can be a no brainer.

With that, if the type of pallet racking you’re after is common, you’ll have plenty of choice when it comes to a second hand option. On the other side of this, if you have existing pallet racking and you want any additions to be the same, used pallet racking may be your only option.

With all of this in mind, used pallet racking purchased from any reputable supplier (like Colby Dandenong) is as safe and reliable as new pallet racking. All of the pallet racking we sell, whether new or used, complies with Australian Standards like AS4048:23. This compliance is not only required by Australian law, but also needed to ensure the safety of everyone working in the warehouse, and you don’t want to cut corners there.

Speak To Us About What’s Right For You

If you want to talk about pallet racking options for your business, get in touch. We’re happy to talk about our stock of second hand pallet racking and what would be best for your storage situation.