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Pallet Rack Design

RACKsteel provides professional pallet racking design and layout services, transforming commercial storage areas into safe and fully compliant operational spaces. Our engineering team manages the complete design cycle from preliminary field measurements to permit-ready drawings.

Maximize your warehouse efficiency with RACKsteel.

Pallet Rack Drawings, 3D Modelling, & AutoCAD Services

A well-planned racking system is the foundation of an efficient warehouse. RACKsteel specializes in professional pallet rack design, site survey services, and AutoCAD drafting. Before investing in racking or forklift equipment, developing a strategic layout is essential for long-term scalability.

For facilities with installed or pre-owned equipment, our site survey team can measure and draw out a complete layout, including precise rack details from ground zero. Based on a comprehensive site visit, we generate engineered, permit-ready drawings for your existing racking layout. We also seamlessly integrate existing shop drawings into master architectural plans, delivering a coordinated, racking-permit-ready blueprint for your entire operation. Our drawings are prepared to support the racking permit application process, while other required permits may require additional documentation.

Why Invest in Professional Warehouse Design?

Many warehouses struggle with poorly planned layouts, leading to wasted space, inefficient forklift travel paths, and potential safety hazards. By investing in professional design services upfront, you can:

What RACKsteel provides

While new racking installations are a major focus, RACKsteel also excels in:

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2D & 3D CAD warehouse layouts for clear visualization.

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Professional drawings for permitting & approvals when required.

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Custom material handling solutions for unique or large-scale projects.

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Designs tailored to specific rack types, including selective, push-back, drive-in, mezzanines, shelving, high-density multi-level shelving systems and cantilever racking.

Our Pallet Rack Design Process

STEP 1

Custom Layout Design & Space Optimization

RACKsteel’s design team collaborates with sales and operations to develop a fully optimized racking layout tailored to your warehouse. Our designs take into account:

  • Warehouse dimensions & structural obstacles (columns, doors, dock areas).
  • Pallet sizes, weights & SKU storage requirements for optimal rack selection.
  • Forklift and material flow paths to reduce congestion and increase efficiency.
  • Building codes & WorkSafeBC compliance to meet all safety regulations.

STEP 2

Site Surveys & Existing Racking Integration

For facilities with existing storage infrastructure or second-hand equipment, we provide comprehensive site survey services:

  • Ground-Zero Site Surveys: We conduct on-site evaluations to accurately measure and draw out full layouts and structural rack details of your existing racking from scratch.
  • Engineering & Permit Drawings for Used Racking: Following a site visit, we generate complete engineering and permit drawings for your existing racking system after it has been inspected by engineers and confirmed to comply with local regulations and building codes.
  • Seamlessly Integrate Existing Layouts: We incorporate your existing shop drawings into master architectural plans, delivering a fully coordinated, permit-ready layout.

STEP 3

Collaborative Planning & Execution

Pallet racking is more than just placing beams and uprights; it’s about ensuring seamless integration with warehouse operations. We work closely with your team to:

  • Align rack design with operational workflows.
  • Identify potential challenges (clearance issues, dock access, forklift movement).
  • Budget and schedule the installation efficiently to minimize disruptions.
  • Prepare detailed CAD drawings that provide a clear visualization of the layout.
  • Develop detailed CAD drawings with visual maps for phased installations & teardowns.

STEP 4

Professional AutoCAD & Engineering Support

Our in-house CAD drafting team and engineering partners bring your warehouse vision to life. While our engineering partners handle structural analysis and load calculations, our internal team works alongside them to create precise, professional AutoCAD drawings ready for municipal permit submittal.

Request a Design Consultation Today

Before purchasing pallet racking or forklifts, let our expert design team create an optimized layout that ensures long-term efficiency and compliance. Our AutoCAD drafting services provide the technical precision needed to execute your project flawlessly.

Maximize Your Warehouse Efficiency with RACKsteel

Toll-Free Number: (866) 599-8531
Local Number: (604) 677-0310
Email: sales@racksteel.com

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