Structural Pallet Rack Installation for Freezer Storage

QCD required a high-density pallet rack solution for freezer storage of perishable goods. The objective was to increase pallet capacity inside an existing facility while meeting strict local building, fire, and California seismic requirements.

The Challenge: Increase Pallet Positions in a Regulated Freezer Environment

The facility needed to expand pallet capacity without expanding the building footprint. Because the project involved freezer storage and a regulated environment, it also required permitting, engineering documentation, and compliance with fire code and seismic standards.

Key requirements included:

• Increase pallet storage density within existing square footage

• Support freezer storage for perishable inventory

• Secure local and county building and fire permits

• Meet or exceed California seismic requirements

• Provide full project management from design through installation

The Solution: Double-Deep Structural Pallet Rack System

Western Storage and Handling engineered and installed a double-deep structural pallet rack system designed to increase pallet load capacity by reducing aisle space while maintaining safe access and workflow.

WSH also managed the full compliance scope, including AutoCAD layouts, drawings and calculations, local permitting, and implementation of requirements tied to fire code and seismic performance.

Key Features of the Installation

• Double-deep structural pallet rack configuration

• Freezer storage application for perishable goods

• AutoCAD layouts, drawings, and calculations

• Local and county building and fire permit coordination

• Seismic design exceeding California requirements

• Complete installation with single point of contact project management

Results: Higher Storage Density With Full Compliance

The completed project increased storage capacity and improved space utilization while maintaining code compliance for a freezer environment.

Project outcomes included:

• 432 pallet positions installed

• Increased pallet density without expanding the facility footprint

• Code-compliant installation for fire and seismic requirements

• Streamlined execution with complete project management and installation

Need a High-Density Pallet Rack System for Freezer Storage?

Western Storage and Handling designs and installs structural pallet rack systems for freezer, cooler, and dry storage applications, including engineering, permitting support, and complete installation.

Request a consultation to evaluate the right pallet rack configuration for your facility.