AR Racking is specialized in designing, manufacturing, calculating, and installing industrial storage systems for heavy loads, complying with the most stringent European standards. AR has commercial presence in more than 60 countries, and an export rate of above 90%.
AR Racking is a company specialised in the design, manufacture, calculation and installation of industrial storage systems for all types of loads, complying with the strictest European standards. With an export rate of over 90%, AR Racking storage systems currently have a commercial presence in more than 60 countries.
The storage solutions are produced at our fully automated production centre of over 35,000 m². These industrial racking systems are designed by our R&D&i area in our technology centre and subsequently tested at the Research and Testing laboratory created jointly with the University of Mondragon.
Automated warehouses are the most appropriate solution for maximising the storage space and for quick and automated access to the different unit loads.
Automated warehouse systems are used for pallets and for cartons, and their structure is designed and produced by AR Racking, enabling maximum optimisation, not just of the space but also in terms of efficiency and work times.
AS/RS systems (Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems) are storage solutions using stacker cranes or other similar automated mechanisms for handling loads.
They offer high density storage thanks to the reduction of operating aisles and to their capacity for increasing in height. They also use minimum response times.
AS/RS Systems reliability permits an immediate inventory of stored products and minimizes mistakes in the handling of loads. Structures for automated storage can be simple or double-depth.
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Clad Rack Warehouses can be made up of any type of storage system as their main feature is for the racking to form part of the building structure.
In this system, the racking not only supports the load of the stored goods, but also the load of the building envelope, as well as external forces such as wind or snow.
This is the reason why clad warehouses represent the concept of optimum use of a warehouse: in the construction process, first the racking is assembled, and then the building envelope is built around this structure until the warehouse is complete.
Most clad rack buildings are equipped with automated systems and robotic equipment for the handling of goods, especially of if they are multitier.
In addition, AR Racking complies with the EN-1090 CE marking standard, mandatory for all manufacturers of clad rack industrial steelwork structures installed in the European Community, as established in Regulation 305/2011 of the European Parliament.
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The Pallet Shuttle AR Shuttle is a high-density compact storage solution that uses powered shuttles to automatically carry loads into the rack. The pallet shuttles are remotely controlled by an operator. Hence, there is an optimum use of storage space and workplace accident rates are also reduced.
The use of automated shuttles in place of forklifts during the storage process not only reduces the risk of accidents, but also the maintenance costs resulting from damage of the rack.
This system can work either as FIFO or as LIFO, even in freezer chambers, with temperatures of up to -30°C.
This pallet shuttle system reinforces logistical capacity qualitatively and quantitatively, since it automates the handling of goods on pallets; it is also possible to control the inventory through a system of sensors which count the stored pallets.
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The pallet shuttle is a compact semi-automated pallet storage solution using self-powered shuttle carts which operate independently to move the pallets in the rack.
Designed for high-turnover storage, this solution enables automatically loading and retrieving pallets continuously by using a remote controlled system.
Unit loads are either placed on the first available location until the rack is fully loaded, or retrieved from their storage locations and moved to the front ready to be picked by a forklift truck, until the rack is fully unloaded.
AR Shuttle is positioned in the lane required with a fark lift truck. The pallets are stocked one by one by the fark lift truck at the beginning of the lane.
The pallet shuttle lifts up the platform and moves it along the channel until it reaches the first free position, where it puts the pallets. Then, it comes back to the beginning of the lane ready for the next drive cycle.
Before putting the last pallets into the lane, AR Shuttle must be removed and put in a new lane.
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The Mini load Automated storage system is the optimal solution for the storage of light and small unit loads with high stock turnover ratios. This system uses automated stacker crane mechanisms to handle loads, offering high performance and reduced carton storage and handling times.
Miniload storage system is a high density system thanks to the reduction of operating aisles and maximized floor and height space.
Reliability allows the daily inventory of stored products and minimizes errors when handling loads.
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AR Racking designs and manufactures high-performance industrial racking systems for the storage of all types of loads. The load capacity covers conventional unit loads such as pallets or cartons through to other specific solutions such as supports for spools, metal crates and containers, among others.
The Adjustable Pallet Racking system (APR) is designed to store pallets in a mechanical and functional way using forklifts. These forklifts access goods through aisles parallel to the racks.
The use of adjustable pallet racks is a logistical solution which can be adapted to the dimensions of the unit loads and the forklifts. Efficient, resistant, easy-to-assemble, and with simple load level regulation, this system adapts to any type of product, both by weight and by volume. These systems can be adapted for picking.
Depending on the handling equipment SIN, two types of system can be offered:
· APR system for Class 400 (Conventional Racking System)
· APR system for Class 300 or VNA System for Very Narrow Aisle forklift trucks
The APR storage system is dimensioned according to both the European regulations in force and FEM (European Materials Handling Federation) recommendations.
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The Adjustable Pallet Racking (APR) system is a selective storage solution designed to store palletized goods using forklift trucks.
Pallets are reached from aisles that are dimensioned according to the mechanical trucks used. The height of the system and the distance between levels are the result of the storage needs, the handling equipment used and the available space.
This is an efficient and robust system for heavy loads.
The APR system supports different types of:
· Pallets (Europallets, perimeter base)
· Containers
· Individual boxes
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Very Narrow Aisle Pallet Racking (VNA) is an adaptation of standard adjustable pallet racking systems, but compacted into a very small area, creating a high-density storage system that makes it possible to increase the capacity of the warehouse without expanding the space.
The compaction of the system is mainly generated by narrowing the work aisles, which can be reduced by up to 1.5 metres in width and save up to 40% in space.
For warehouse operations with very narrow aisle pallet racking, special handling equipment is required, such as VNA trucks or forklifts, with rotating forks to simplify operations. Sometimes, to further facilitate the operation of these trucks, a floor guidance system is designed to make sure the correct route is followed.
Despite the compactness of the space, very narrow aisle pallet racking remains a flexible system, since the height and depth of the racking are variable depending on the customer's storage needs. It also allows great use of the height available in the warehouse
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Very Narrow Aisle pallet racking combines the advantages of adjustable pallet racking and compact pallet racking systems with better use of the available space but maintaining direct access to all the stored unit loads.
In VNA Pallet Racking, access to the pallets is via the narrow aisles through forklifts especially designed for this storage system. The dimensions of the forklift enable its correct movement along the aisle, generally helped by a guidance system on both sides of the aisle or on the floor ensuring safer movements.
The Very Narrow Aisle Racking system allows its adaptation to picking or order collection needs, for which other types of handling equipment are used.
It is highly efficient and robust system, easy to assemble, and able to adjust and adapt the load levels depending on the goods to be stored, in terms of weight and volume.
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Double Deep Pallet Racking is a storage system that is halfway between adjustable pallet racking systems and compact storage systems.
In double deep pallet racking, the unit loads are stored mechanically by forklifts that move along the aisles arranged in parallel to the racking systems.
In this system, the pallets are stored at two depths, thus achieving higher storage density, while access to the pallets remains simple and relatively quick. Unlike adjustable pallet racking, in double deep pallet racking, the operator does not have direct access to all the pallets stored.
Double deep pallet racking must be used with special forklifts prepared for this type of system, equipped with telescopic forks or with an especially designed pantograph mechanism to correctly access the second pallet.
It is a highly efficient and robust system, with easy assembly and regulation of load levels. Furthermore, it is both adjustable pallet racking and racking perfectly adapted to goods of different weight or volume.
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The Drive in racking system is a high density storage solution that maximizes available space and height in the warehouse by reducing the forklift operating aisles.
It is made up of an easy-to-assemble and -reset modular structure, which makes it easy to maintain.
Compact storages can be either Drive in racking, with only one access aisle, where the last load in is the first one out, or Drive through racking, with an entrance and exit, where the first load in is the first one out.
This compact system is appropriate where space utilisation is more important than selectivity of stored loads.
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Mobile Pallet Racking (AR Mobile) is a system where the pallet racks are placed on chassis or mobile bases guided through fixed tracks on the floor.
The base of this type of racking is equipped with an electrical motor and remote push-pull elements allowing the racks to move along the tracks in order to open only one forklift access aisle.
Mobile pallet racking is a high density storage system, providing simple access for conventional forklift pallets. Its versatility permits its adaptation to both the load type and the type of forklift.
A series of technical and organizational protective measures are in place to ensure that the movement of the shelving does not pose a risk.
The features of the AR Mobile racking system make it the ideal storage system for cold storage and deep-freeze units, thanks to the reduction in the total volume to be cooled.
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The AR Mobile bases system is designed to compact the shelving facility and significantly increase warehouse capacity.
This is a high density system as the individual access aisles found in conventional racking systems have been eliminated, leaving just one aisle.
The aisle to be accessed for work is automatically opened using electric motors and moving components fitted on the base of the racking. The operator gives the order to open via the remote control.
As this is a compact system, the surface area occupied by the storage system can be reduced. Perfect when the cost of floor space is high or when it is necessary to increase the storage capacity but not possible to increase the surface area.
The application of the Mobile pallet racking system reduces the total volume of the installation, making it essential for use in refrigerated and freezer chambers at medium and low height. The savings in energy help to quickly pay off the installation.
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Live Pallet Racking system (AR Live storage FIFO) is ideal for warehouses where stock turnover control and space saving are critical.
The Live Pallet Racking compact structure uses slightly inclined roller beds on each level to allow unit loads to be moved more easily.
AR Racking offers two types of live pallet racks:
Live Pallet racking is the perfect high-density storage system for homogeneous pallets.
More information about Live Storage solutions on our Blog: Type of Live Storage systems.
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The Live pallet racking or FIFO dynamic pallet racking system is a compact structure with a slight incline and roller conveyors that allow palletised products to slide freely.
Loaded pallets enter the structure on one end and move securely along the roller conveyors at a controlled speed, moved only by the force of gravity, until they reach the other end, ready for removal.
The movement of the load units in the live pallet racking systems AR Live Storage (PAL) is absolutely secure since the structure is equipped with a series of technical and organisational measures for control and protection.
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Push-back racking is a live storage system for accumulation of pallets, just like the Live Pallet Racking FIFO system (AR Live Storage), but designed for LIFO type load management (last pallet in, first pallet out).
Push-back racking for pallets has a single loading and unloading area, at the front of the structure, and the unit loads are stored by pushing the previous ones towards the back of the rack.
Depending on the movement system used to move the pallets, there are two types of Push-Back Racking:
Like other live storage solutions, it is a high-density storage system, which optimises the available storage space.
It can also be combined with other storage systems which makes it a versatile solution.
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The push-back racking system is a live storage solution for pallets formed by a compact structure, where unit loads are moved by means of rollers or shuttles with the aid of a slight incline.
It is a system especially designed for LIFO stock management (Last in, First out), where the last pallet placed on the rack is the first to be unloaded.
Unlike FIFO live storage, which needs one aisle for loading and another for unloading, in push-back racking, the forklift accesses the stored unit loads along a single work aisle.
Exerting a pushing force is used to place a new pallet, where the forklift pushes the unit loads already stored towards the back, making space for the new pallet to be deposited, hence the term “push-back”.
The unloading process uses the force of gravity, is performed in the same location as the loading and is similar to the FIFO type live storage. When the first unit load is unloaded, the following positions slide in a controlled way towards the unloading position.
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The Pallet Shuttle (AR Shuttle) is a high-density compact storage solution that uses powered shuttles to automatically carry loads into the rack. The pallet shuttles are remotely controlled by an operator. Hence, there is an optimum use of storage space and workplace accident rates are also reduced.
The use of automated shuttles in place of forklifts during the storage process not only reduces the risk of accidents, but also the maintenance costs resulting from damage of the rack.
This system can work either as FIFO or as LIFO, even in freezer chambers, with temperatures of up to -30°C.
This pallet shuttle system reinforces logistical capacity qualitatively and quantitatively, since it automates the handling of goods on pallets; it is also possible to control the inventory through a system of sensors which count the stored pallets.
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The Longspan Shelving (AR LS) system permits the manual o picking storage of medium and small materials. This is a versatile racking that adapts to any type of unit load and facilitates direct and immediate access to stored SKUs.
Its easy assembly and the option to incorporate accessories, such as platforms, make it possible for this racking to increase in height without compromising performance. The design, manufacture and assembly can be customized to suit client requirements and their professional sector.
The Longspan Shelving is a selective system, enabling all unit loads and SKUs stored to be immediately accessed.
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The Longspan Shelving picking system is the ideal solution for manually storing small to medium-sized non-palletised products.
The range of accessories and possible configurations allow the system to be modulated and tailored to any type of goods.
Although Longspan Shelving is a manually loaded system, it utilises the full height of the facility, with higher levels accessed using mechanical means (S/R cranes or order-picking trucks) or through walkways located inside the shelving system.
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The Multi Tier Racking System is the optimal solution for manual storage where available space is limited. Therefore, this storage system is selective, as it allows immediate access to all unit loads and/or references stored; and versatile, given its adaptability to any type of unit load.
This storage system provides excellent maximization of height by creating different aisle load levels high which are accessed by means of stairs.
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The Multi-tier racking system is a solution in height based on the longspan shelving system. It is ideal for manual storage where available space is limited.
This system provides excellent maximisation of height by creating different floor levels accessed by means of stairways.
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The Carton Flow Rack system, also called Carton Live Storage, permits high density storage of cartons and light products, leading to savings in space and improved stock turnover control.
As with the live pallet racking system, perfect product rotation is ensured in this picking system by also following the FIFO (First in, First out) system, and interference is avoided by differentiating between the loading and unloading areas.
The Carton flow racking system reduces distances covered in the warehouse and saves operating time, so it perfectly adapts to warehouses with a large volume of manual picking operations.
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Mezzanine floors can double and even triple surface area, increasing the usable surface in height by one or two levels inside a warehouse.
They are independent structures, easy to assemble and adaptable to any space where the flooring can be made of different materials such as wood or tramex. Several accessories are available including handrails, stairs, unloading points, etc.
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The Cantilever racking is ideal for storing long and volume loads in bulk: such as tubes, beams, etc.
This type of specific solution is made up of a base, columns, and strong and versatile cantilever arms.
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Coil Racks or coil supports permit the simple storage of any material rolled in coils (Cable, rope, cloth, etc.).
This storage system is mounted on a adjustable pallet racking structure which is adapted with specific supports for the storage of coils.
The industrial coil racks make adjustable pallet racking more versatile and complement other storage systems.
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Coil racks are mounted either on the side or on the front. Both versions require a central metal shaft on which the coils are able to rotate.
While the side coil support is fastened to the sides of the frame, the front support is only attached to the front struts.
Both versions require two pieces mounted in parallel for their correct operation.
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