Description

Narrow Aisle Pallet Racking offers 100% pallet accessibility, similar to Selective Pallet Racking, but with significantly reduced aisle widths to increase storage capacity. Aisles typically range from 1,800mm to 2,200mm and can be fitted with steel guide rails to support safe and accurate operation of turret trucks and stock pickers. For safety and efficiency, only one machine operates in an aisle at a time.

This system is ideal for storing furniture, archive boxes, and components requiring manual picking, making it a versatile and cost-effective solution for various industries.

Key Features

Full Pallet Accessibility
Direct access to every pallet for streamlined operations.
Space Efficiency
Narrow aisles and vertical utilisation maximise storage density.
Safe Operation
Guide rails and controlled access ensure safe forklift movement.
FIFO Inventory Management
Supports First-In, First-Out stock rotation for effective inventory control.

Compliance

Apex Pallet Racking has been tested to and fully complies with latest Australian racking code AS 4084-2023

Apex Pallet Racking has also been manufactured to meet the following standards:

FEM 10.2.02 European code of practice for the design of static steel pallet racks
AS1250-1981 SAA Steel structures code
AS1538-1988 SAA Cold-form steel structures code
SEMA-1980 (UK) Storage equipment manufacturers’ association of practice for the design and use of static pallet racking
RMI-1985 (USA) Rack manufacturers’ institute specification of the design, testing and utilization of industrial steel racks
AS 4084-2023 Steel racking standards and codes that have since been revised or superseded.

Frames

Benchmark APEX pallet racking is available in several frame grades (post sections) depending on the load capacity required. Each warehouse and application are different so please contact the friendly staff at Benchmark for guidance on which post section best suits your requirements.

All posts and frames are a pre-galvanised finished.

[Special sizes can be made and ordered upon request]

Frame Height	Frame Depth	APEX Section
914mm	610mm, 838mm, 1219mm	90-15
1829mm	610mm, 838mm, 1219mm	90-15
2438mm	610mm, 838mm, 1219mm	90-15
3048mm	610mm, 838mm, 1219mm	90-15
3658mm	610mm, 838mm, 1219mm	90-15
4267mm	610mm, 838mm, 1219mm	90-15 / 90-20
4877mm	610mm, 838mm, 1219mm	90-15 / 90-20
6096mm	610mm, 838mm, 1219mm	90-15 / 90-20 / 90-25
7315mm	610mm, 838mm, 1219mm	90-20 / 90-25

Beams

Benchmark APEX powder coated orange box and open beams are designed to withstand a higher level of impact and retain their shape better than some other types of beam sections on the market. The below table highlights standard sizes available in which all have varying load capacities. Each warehouse and application are different so please contact the friendly staff at Benchmark for guidance on which pallet racking beams best suits your requirements.

[Please note that special sizes can be made and ordered upon request]

Beam Length	Box Section	Connector
1372mmL	50 x 45mm (open beam) 80 x 40mm	3pin 3pin
1524mmL	80 x 40mm	3pin
1829mmL	80 x 40mm	3pin
2134mmL	80 x 40mm	3pin
2438mmL	80 x 40mm	3pin
2591mmL	50 x 45mm (open beam) 80 x 40mm 100 x 50mm 120 x 50mm 140 x 50mm	3pin 3pin 3pin 4pin 4pin
2743mmL	50 x 45mm (open beam) 80 x 40mm 100 x 50mm 120 x 50mm 140 x 50mm	3pin 3pin 3pin 4pin 4pin
3048mmL	120 x 50mm	4pin
3353mmL	120 x 50mm	4pin
3658mmL	140 x 50mm	4pin
3810mmL	140 x 50mm	4pin
4267mmL	140 x 50mm	4pin
4877mmL	140 x 50mm	4 pin

For outdoor applications, Hot-dipped Galvanised Beams are always recommended.

Benchmark APEX hot-dipped galvanised beams are made from a rectangular hollow section [RHS] in typical pallet racking lengths. The hot-dipped galvanised surface treatment ensures longevity in your investment.

Beam Length	Section	Connectors
1372mmL	75 x 50mm	3pin
2591mmL	75 x 50mm 100 x 50mm 125 x 50mm	3pin 3pin 4pin
2743mmL	75 x 50mm 100 x 50mm 125 x 50mm	3pin 3pin 4pin