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Selective pallet racking systems vs Drive-in Racking

Skyteck Online

December 2025

Skyteck Online

Selective pallet racking and drive-in racking offer very different advantages for warehouse storage. Selective racking provides 100% direct pallet access and flexibility for mixed, fast-moving inventory, while drive-in racking maximises storage density for bulk, uniform products using a LIFO approach.

Selective Pallet Racking vs. Double Deep Pallet Racking

Skyteck Online

December 2025

Skyteck Online

Selective pallet racking and double deep pallet racking are two popular warehouse storage systems, each suited to different operational needs. This guide compares their accessibility, storage density, equipment requirements, costs, and ideal inventory types, helping warehouse managers choose the right racking solution based on product mix, space constraints, and long-term efficiency goals.

How to Choose the Right pallet rack for Warehouse

Skyteck Online

December 2025

Skyteck Online

Choosing the right pallet rack can transform warehouse efficiency, safety, and scalability. This practical guide from Skyteck Online explains the main pallet racking types, the key factors that influence rack selection, and how inventory flow, layout, budget, and future automation affect your decision.

What is Australian Standard AS4084:2023?

Skyteck Online

November 2025

Skyteck Online

Australian Standard AS4084 2023 sets the national rules for designing installing inspecting and maintaining steel storage racking in warehouses and industrial sites. It exists to prevent racking collapse protect workers and safeguard stored goods by outlining clear expectations for design verification anchorage bracing inspections and ongoing care. In this guide you will see what the standard covers the key changes introduced in the 2023 update who must comply and how inspections and maintenance should be carried out by both site staff and a competent person. You will also find practical checklists and clear explanations to help convert technical requirements into daily warehouse practices that improve safety and reduce downtime.

Pallet Racking Standards: Regulations and Laws in Australia

Skyteck Online

November 2025

Skyteck Online

Pallet racking sits at the heart of safe and efficient warehousing so it needs to be designed and maintained to a clear standard. AS 4084.1 2023 sets out how steel storage racking in Australia must be engineered installed inspected and repaired so it performs safely under load and stands up to regulator scrutiny. In this guide you will see how the 2023 standard differs from the 2012 version what it means for inspection frequency competent person requirements and Safe Working Load signage and how Skyteck Online can help you turn those rules into a practical compliance program that protects people stock and your business.

Pallet Racking Size: Standard Dimensions and Required Clearance Between Racks

Skyteck Online

October 2025

Skyteck Online

Get a clear plan for pallet racking size and spacing. This guide explains common upright depths beam lengths pallet footprints and the clearances you need for safe forklift movement and fire protection. Understand how different rack types change your layout follow the latest 2025 standards and use simple calculations to optimise space while keeping operations smooth and compliant.

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