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  • AR Racking is a company specialized in designing, manufacturing, calculating, and installing industrial racking and storage systems for heavy and light loads, complying with the most stringent European standards. With an export rate of above 90%, AR currently has commercial presence in more than 60 countries.
    It has a Technology Center where R&D activities are developed, a completely automated Production Center of approximately 35.000 m2, a Research and Testing Laboratory at Mondragón University and a Research and Simulation Classroom at the University of the Basque Country.

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  • Storage Solutions and Industrial Racking

  • AR Racking is a company specialized in designing, manufacturing, calculating, and installing industrial racking and storage systems for heavy and light loads, complying with the most stringent European standards. With an export rate of above 90%, AR currently has commercial presence in more than 60 countries.

          • Pallet Racking

        • AR Racking provides a comprehensive service in the production of pallet racking systems for heavy loads, which includes the design, preparation and assembly of industrial racking for pallets.

          AR Racking’s pallet racking range includes storage systems in which the unit loads (pallets) are deposited on the metal structure by means of handling equipment.

                • Pallet Shuttle

                • 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. 

                  The main advantages of the AR Racking Pallet Shuttle system are its racking compaction capacity and the increase in productivity and safety in the warehouse.

                  • The Pallet Shuttle system enables you to maximize floor space and height available by minimizing the operating aisles needed for trucks.
                  • The AR Shuttle system allows for automatic control of inventory by using sensors to count the number of pallets stored.
                  • Remote control and bar codes help better control the stock, drastically decreasing error margins.
                  • Since forklift operators do not have to enter the aisles, maximum safety is guaranteed when handling pallets, avoiding collisions in the rack structure. This reduces maintenance costs as well as the number of issues from handling loads.
                  • With the pallet shuttle system, stored pallets can be loaded and unloaded as FIFO or LIFO, even in freezing chambers up to -30ºC.
                  • Optimization of space FIFO / LIFO
                  • Enables a continuous handling flow, speeding up operations in the warehouse.
                  • Constant handling flow.
                  • Powered by a rechargeable lithium battery
                  • Highly safe operation at low maintenance cost
                  • RF controlled
                  • Flexible storage for different types of pallets

                • Adjustable Pallet Racking

                • The Adjustable Pallet Racking system (AR APR) is designed to store pallets in a mechanical and functional way using forklifts. These forklifts access the goods through aisles that run parallel to the racks. Conventional pallet racking is a logistics proposal adaptable to the dimensions of the load units and forklift trucks.

                  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.

                  • Adapts to any type of unit load and forklift.
                  • Allows direct and immediate access to goods.
                  • Quick and efficient assembly, disassembly and replacement of parts.
                  • Quick placement and access to every pallet directly and immediately.
                  • Strict control of stored SKUs; each storage location matches a unit load.
                  • Time and effort saving when handling goods, achieving high stock rotation.
                  • Ability to meet changing needs.
                  • With a variety of available accessories and configurations, the rack can be tailored to any load weight or volume.
                  • Maximization of space by easily and quickly adjusting beam levels to meet any required volume.
                  • Easy-to-assemble modular structure. The assembly design of the different structural elements makes disassembly and re-installation easy, as well as any racking reconfiguration and/ or enlargements in case of new storage needs.
                  • Increased safety factor thanks to the accessories used.
                  • The AR-range uprights and frames are pre-galvanised and have an innovative traceability system.

                • Very Narrow Aisle Racking (VNA)

                • 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. 

                  • Very Narrow Aisle pallet racking maintains direct access to all the unit loads, so it is a fully accessible and selective system.
                  • Optimisation of the available space by reducing the work aisles can result in a total space saving of up to 40%.
                  • Increased warehouse storage capacity by compacting the adjustable pallet racking system and enabling the addition of new pallet racking bays.
                  • VNA racking also allows much better use of space at height.
                  • Simple assembly, disassembly and re-adaptation of load levels to adapt to changes in storage needs.
                  • Very Narrow Aisle pallet racking enables good control of the stored references, as the storage space coincides with a specific unit load.
                  • It is adaptable to any type of goods, by weight or volume, regulating the load levels or adding any of the accessories for special loads that it has.
                  • Allows pallet storage at floor level on the lowest level of the racking.
                  • Possibility of converting a Very Narrow Aisle pallet racking system into an automated storage system by installing stacker cranes.

                • Double Deep Pallet Racking

                • 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.

                  • Increase in storage capacity compared to adjustable pallet racking.
                  • Access to the pallets continues to be simple and relatively quick, maintaining 50% immediate accessibility and reasonable rotation of goods.
                  • System with a good use of all the available locations, generally above 80-90%.
                  • Intermediate system between an adjustable pallet or selective racking system and a high-density compact system.
                  • LIFO (Last in, First out) system, where the last pallet deposited on the racking will be the first one to leave.
                  • More efficient system, which eliminates unnecessary aisles and increases the use of available space.
                  • Double deep pallet racking systems adapt to any type of unit load.
                  • As with adjustable pallet racking systems, the assembly and disassembly process and replacement of components is quick and simple.
                  • Saves time and effort in the handling of unit loads, generating fast stock rotation.
                  • The design of double deep pallet racking enables its reconfiguration or extension according to the storage needs that arise.
                  • High level of safety thanks to the variety of accessories that it can incorporate.
                  • The uprights and frames of AR Racking’s double deep pallet racking systems are pre-galvanised and include an innovative traceability system.

                • Drive in Drive Trough Racking

                • The Drive in and Drive Through Racking System (AR Drive In) 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. 

                  The main advantages of Drive in or Drive through compact pallet racking systems are their maximum compaction and optimisation of space and perfect stock control.

                  • Space optimization above 80%.
                  • Low maintenance and low assembly costs make this system one of the most cost-effective systems.
                  • Structure compatible with other storage systems.
                  • Provides maximum performance, and utilisation can be over 80% of the available space.
                  • Enables clearly arranged logistics management with full control of inventories as well as traffic and service flow.
                  • Designed to allow for quick reconfiguration of the structure for extension or change as needed.
                  • Ideal for storing low-rotation loads of the same type.
                  • Eliminates the service aisles found with a conventional pallet racking system.
                  • Maximised storage floor and height.
                  • Easily assembled modular structure.
                  • Trucks enter the system for loading.
                  • Includes various accessories to increase safety.
                  • Maximisation of space
                  • Products of the same type
                  • Low stock rotation

                • Mobile Pallet Racking

                • 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. 

                  The advantages of mobile pallet racking arise from its capacity for maximum compaction of the structure, while maintaining direct access to all unit loads.

                  • Industrial mobile racking adapts to any space, weight, or size of the goods, and is compatible with other automatic or conventional storage systems.
                  • Efficient use of space. High density storage system, i.e., the same space with a higher storage capacity
                  • Energy savings: control of lighting and reduction of space to be cooled. Only the aisle that is open is lit. Once the rack is fully loaded, the lighting for that row is automatically switched off.
                  • Direct access to any stored pallet, implying a saving in time.
                  • Perfect for Refrigeration chambers or deep-freeze units thanks to the reduced volume to be cooled. It also permits air circulation. In the “night-time configuration” mode, all the aisles of the installation open automatically and uniformly, with an identical but reduced width between each one. This helps to improve air circulation within the refrigeration chambers.
                  • Reduction of times for manoeuvre and displacement with the forklift, using the remote control to select the aisle required for work.
                  • Allows picking work to take place at lower levels.
                  • The forklift truck type used in adjustable pallet racking zones can still be used here.
                  • Reduced operating costs thanks to excellent use of space.

                • Live Storage Pallet Racking (FIFO)

                • Live Storage Pallet Racking system (AR Live Storage FIFO) is ideal for warehouses where stock turnover control and space saving are critical. It consists of a compact structure where each level has linear roller beds that allow the load units to slide easily thanks to a slight inclination.

                  Live Storage Pallet Racking (FIFO) live pallet racking is a high-density storage system perfect for storing homogeneous pallets.

                  The advantages of Live Storage Pallet Racking FIFO are their compaction, time savings and good stock management.

                  • Reduced loading and unloading times.
                  • Increased storage capacity in a warehouse with adjustable pallet racking.
                  • Enabling of loading and unloading aisles reduces risks for the operator.
                  • Live pallet racking system can be automated.
                  • Optimal use of space. High-density storage system, so more storage capacity in the same space
                  • Ideal product rotation: Perfect for FIFO systems (first-in, first-out).
                  • Fast, simple removal. Ideal positioning of the products reduces load manoeuvre and extraction times.
                  • No traffic interference. The forklift trucks insert and remove load units in different aisles since the loading and unloading aisles are separate.
                  • Adaptable to any space, and to any weight or size of the merchandise to be stored.
                  • Extremely safe. The Live pallet racking structure is fitted with a control and braking system to minimise any risks: brake rollers, pallet centring or retainer system, and pallet stops.
                  • Improved stock control since each loading aisle has a single product reference.
                  • Dynamic pallet system is compatible with other automatic and conventional storage systems.
                  • Allows you to continue to use the same type of forklift trucks used in adjustable pallet racking warehouses.
                  • Reduced operating costs thanks to excellent use of space.

                • Push-Back Racking (LIFO)

                • Push-Back Racking (AR Live Storage LIFO) 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.

                  The main advantages of Push-Back Racking LIFO are its capacity to optimise the available space and its rapid loading and unloading of materials.

                  • Excellent use of space: As a live system it is a high-density storage solution, i.e. it optimises storage capacity for the same space.
                  • Ideal for homogeneous non-perishable products: When implementing the LIFO (Last in, First out) management system, the last unit load in is the first load out.
                  • Quick and easy loading and unloading: Since the forklift does not have to enter the aisle of the structure, manoeuvring and loading and unloading time is reduced.
                  • Safety: In addition to complying with all European quality standards, the LIFO push-back racking structure has a safety system for controlling and braking loads which minimises the risks in both the shuttle and roller system.
                  • Stock control: By allowing you to differentiate a different product reference in each loading aisle.
                  • Versatility and compatibility with other adjustable pallet racking systems.
                  • Ideal system for cold storage or freezing due to its high compaction and the resistance of roller and shuttle systems at low temperatures.
                  • Minimum operating costs due to excellent space optimisation.

              • Shelving Systems

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                    • Longspan Shelving

                    • 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.

                      The main advantages of this system are its accessibility, versatility and cost compared to other more complex or automated types of racking.

                      • Strong: It is the most robust picking system in the market, enabling mezzanines and multi-tiers to be dimensioned on the shelving system itself.
                      • High load capacity picking system
                      • Agile: Longspan Shelving is easy to assemble and to replace/add components.
                      • Adaptable: Wide range of bays and shelf depths.
                      • Direct access to all unit loads stored and visualisation of all products.
                      • Easy adjustment of beam levels every 50 mm.
                      • Steel or chipboard shelf panels.
                      • A variety of accessories to suit any storage needs: dividers, garment hanging rails, wire mesh shelves, and more.
                      • To maximise both floor and height space, miniload and narrow aisle installations aided by order-picking machines can be implemented.
                      • It is a more economical storage solution compared to more complex or automated storage systems and offers a quick return on investment.

                    • Multi-tier Shelving

                    • Designed for warehouses with limited surface area, but with the possibility of growth in height, the so-called Multi-tier Shelving (AR Multi-Tier) is a manual storage solution that optimises height space, doubling or sometimes even tripling the warehouse space.

                      It is a very versatile system that adapts to all types of loads and warehouses. The main advantages of multi-tier shelving are as follows:

                      • Maximum use of height space, with the possibility of doubling and even tripling warehouse space without having to change warehouse or location, exploiting and optimising your current facilities.
                      • It allows you to store medium and/or bulky loads, making the most of the height and surface area of the warehouse.
                      • Allows direct and immediate access to all unit loads.
                      • Possibility of carrying out ABC inventory management on each floor.
                      • Great versatility as it adapts to any type of warehouse and any type of goods.
                      • Agile and efficient order preparation.
                      • It is a flexible system as it adapts easily to the customer’s needs.
                      • Multi-tier shelving is simple, safe and quick to assemble and install.
                      • Strong and secure racking for operators.
                      • Facilitates operator access to all the unit loads minimising potential risks.
                      • Possibility of carrying out future modifications and extensions.

                    • Live Storage for Picking

                    • The Live Storage System for picking, also called Carton Flow Rack (AR Carton Flow), permits high density storage of cartons and light products, leading to savings in space and improved stock turnover control.

                      These are the main advantages of the carton live storage system:

                      • Exploitation and optimisation of available space in the warehouse. High-density storage system, i.e., the same space but with more storage capacity.
                      • Perfect product rotation: When implementing the FIFO (First in, First out) system, the first unit load in is the first one out.
                      • With no passageway obstructions, either in replenishment or order preparation tasks, because the unit loads are placed and removed on different aisles, as the loading and unloading aisles are separated.
                      • Compatible and combinable with other AR Racking storage systems.
                      • It allows for the possibility of adding aisles with height levels and installing adjustable pallet racking on the upper levels.
                      • Adaptable to different sizes and shapes of cartons and light loads. The incline and the distances between pulley rails can also be modified, while the height and angle of inclination is adjustable too.
                      • Simple and quick installation. The installation does not require subsequent maintenance either.
                      • It increases the profitability of the warehouse, reducing operator handling and movement times due to the higher number of references at the front of the racking, meaning shorter distances.
                      • Quick and simple removal. The manual handling and removal time of unit loads is reduced due to the good location of the products.
                      • Possibility of simply installing order preparation systems with WMS (Pick to light) integrated in the actual storage solution.

                  • Automated Warehouses

                    • 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.

                        • Warehouse with stacker cranes for pallets

                        • Warehouse with stacker cranes for pallets, also called AS/RS Systems (Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems), are storage solutions using stacker cranes, pallet shuttles or other automated mechanisms tacker cranes or other similar automated mechanisms for handling loads. Automated warehouses have the same characteristics and advantages as clad-rack warehouses, except that they do not form part of the structure of the building. 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.

                          • Offers maximum reliability and stock control.
                          • It boosts warehouse productivity and performance, reducing the number of movements, transportation activities and the use of space in the warehouse.
                          • It minimises the probability of human error and improves precision and speed in the retrieval process.
                          • Exploitation of warehouse space and surface area, since automated warehouses help reduce space, thanks to the fact that they can reach greater heights and reduce aisle size.
                          • Maximum adaptability. Automated pallet storage systems are a solution that is fully adaptable to the customer’s product specifications.
                          • It increases safety in warehouses and product handling, since conveyors and storage units are designed to handle and transport products safely, avoiding possible damage and errors.
                          • It optimises efficiency and productivity by reducing downtime, and increases storage capacity and streamlines product retrieval.
                          • Automated warehouses for pallets are optimal systems for cold storage. These warehouses are adapted to low temperatures, making them appropriate for the installation of cold stores and freezing chambers, which guarantee temperature control for the optimum preservation of stored products.
                          • It reduces maintenance costs and expenses by avoiding impacts on system structures.
                          • Automated warehouses can be modified or adjusted to possible new company needs that may arise over time.

                           

                        • Miniload AS/RS System

                        • The Miniload AS/RS (Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems) is the optimal solution for the storage of light and small unit loads with high stock turnover ratios such as cartons or trays. This system allows you to sort, locate and retrieve cartons that are on the warehouse shelves, thus reducing the time and cost of the order preparation process. This system uses automated stacker crane mechanisms to handle loads, offering high performance and reduced carton storage and handling times and stored elements.

                          • Product-man system in which the operator does not move.
                          • Optimisation of warehouse space, both in height and width.
                          • Increased productivity and efficiency. Reducing the margin of error by eliminating human errors, automating the inflow and outflow of goods, maintaining constant inventory control and having the ability to operate uninterrupted, results in increased productivity.
                          • Cost savings. Reducing the time required to carry out logistics processes, together with improvements in productivity and extending the useful life of the structure, will also result in lower costs.
                          • Time saving. By eliminating the need for operator displacement, the time spent in the order preparation process is significantly reduced, thus improving the customer experience.
                          • Space saving. Miniload systems can significantly increase available warehouse space. This space is therefore better used, since a height of up to 30 metres can be reached.
                          • Flexibility to combine and adjust to other storage systems, with the possibility of adding picking levels or adapting to different temperatures.
                          • Minimises load handling errors.
                          • Allows a daily and perpetual inventory of stored products, providing information in real time. It has computer software that records all stored items and manages inventory in real time.
                          • Security. Workers do not have to move through the warehouse aisles, thus avoiding possible accidents resulting from falling goods or being run over.
                          • It guarantees the ideal preservation of the product thanks to the installation of cold stores or freezing chambers ensuring a controlled temperature inside the warehouse.

                           

                        • Clad Rack Warehouses

                        • Clad Rack Warehouses are comprehensive storage systems which 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. These types of warehouses stand out for their optimisation of storage at height and their versatility, since they can be designed based on different solutions and adapted to specific customer needs. 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. For this reason, civil engineering work is minimal, which speeds up assembly and reduces costs in relation to traditional construction systems.

                          • Optimum use of space at height. Clad-rack warehouses are high-bay storage solutions, which allow you to optimise the available space by building warehouses up to 40-45 m high.
                          • The incorporation of automated mechanical equipment such as stacker cranes and conveyors help minimise the space required for work aisles, thus providing more available storage space.
                          • The various automated systems facilitate the flow of goods, being faster and more effective, optimising the performance of the logistics facility and generating significant time and cost savings.
                          • Maximum endurance capacity. The construction of these warehouses is very robust and strong in order to withstand external factors such as wind, snow or seismic movements.
                          • Simple and quick installation of the warehouse: For the construction of a clad-rack warehouse, it is not necessary to build a high-bay facility to house the warehouse, so there is no need to have a building to house the building.
                          • Cost savings: The investment in a clad-rack warehouse is less than that of a warehouse with traditional racking, for high-bay storage solutions.
                          • Ideal for cold storage. These warehouses adapt to low temperatures, making them appropriate for installing cold stores and freezing chambers for the storage of goods. Likewise, the installation of galvanized racking provides greater protection against corrosion, greater durability and lower risk of structural damage.
                          • Great versatility: Each project is unique which is why clad-rack warehouses are tailored to different customer needs. Therefore, the interior design adapts to different storage solutions to guarantee maximum productivity.

                           

                      • Specific Racking Solutions

                        • AR Racking also has the capacity to adapt to other types of specific storage needs other than adjustable pallet racking and automated systems.

                          These specific storage solutions include systems for the storage of very long components such as cantilever, for situations in which new floors need to be created to increase the available storage space with the mezzanine, or for the storage of products rolled on spools, such as coil racks.

                            • Warehouse racks for hanging garments

                            • The textile sector has a series of specific logistical characteristics that require adapted storage systems.

                              For this reason, the existing picking solutions adapted to the industrial storage of textile products are a good choice.

                              • When hanging garments, their original shape is maintained, avoiding wrinkles or deformations that could occur with other storage methods.
                              • They facilitate quick and organised access to garments, which optimises picking time and improves efficiency in inventory management.
                              • They allow for high storage density, as garments are hung vertically, making better use of available space.
                              • They are versatile and can be adjusted to accommodate different sizes, weights and types of materials, adapting to specific inventory needs.
                              • They improve the visibility of garments, as they are hung in such a way that they can be clearly seen, facilitating selection and quality control.
                              • They are configurable and can be adjusted in height and length, allowing customisation according to space requirements and type of merchandise.
                              • By avoiding stacking or direct contact with other garments, the risk of damage or deterioration of stored garments is reduced.
                              • Ease of maintenance.

                            • Tyre and Wheel Storage Racks

                            • They are Longspan Shelving systems adapted to the storage of tyres of different dimensions, as they are adjustable to different level heights.

                              • Allows direct and immediate access to each stored tyre, facilitating the location and selection of products. Reduces the time required for picking operations, improving operational efficiency.
                              • Makes efficient use of available space, allowing a large number of tyres to be stored in a reduced area. The ability to expand vertically maximises the use of space in warehouses with high ceilings.
                              • Facilitates inventory control and organisation, allowing for more accurate management and reducing errors.
                              • They are versatile systems, accessories can be added such as wooden planks or metal trays to store other types of products or tyres with rims in a horizontal position. In addition, they can be adapted to different sizes and types of tyres.
                              • This way of storing tyres improves safety considerably, as it reduces the risk of damage to products and accidents in the warehouse. In addition, thanks to the warehouse prevention systems, the likelihood of fire and the risks in the event of a fire are reduced.
                              • Adaptability to different load requirements.
                              • The assembly, disassembly and replacement of parts is quick and easy.

                               

                            • Coil Racks

                            • Coil Racks or Coil Supports permit the simple storage of any material rolled in coils (Cable, rope, cloth, etc.). These shelves with reel stands stand out for their robustness and versatility, allowing optimal organisation in any industrial storage space. The reel stands are built with high quality materials that guarantee their durability and resistance, supporting the weight of the reels without compromising their integrity.

                              • Industrial coil racks allows direct and immediate access to the goods.
                              • Assembly, disassembly and replacement of parts is done quickly and easily.
                              • They are designed to maximise the use of vertical and horizontal space in the warehouse.
                              • They keep the coils in a safe and stable position, reducing the risk of damage.

                            • Mezzanine Floors

                            • Mezzanine Floors (AR Mezz) can double and even triple surface area, increasing the usable surface in height by one or two levels inside a warehouse.

                              • Increased surface area of warehouses and stores
                              • Great variety of floor sizes and types
                              • Quick and simple assembly

                            • Cantilever Racking

                            • 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.

                              • Simple and resistant structure.
                              • They are versatile systems as they can store products of various shapes and sizes.
                              • Facilitates direct access to each stored unit without the need to move other products.
                              • Adjustable arms allow the structure to be adapted to different storage needs.
                              • No front racks maximise the use of available space.
                              • They are easy to install and maintain, reducing costs and time associated with installation.
                              • High mobility.