Drive-In / Drive-Thru Racking
Drive-In Racking is a compact, high-density storage system designed specifically for palletised goods where multiple unit loads per SKU need to be stored, and where individual access to every pallet is not essential. By allowing forklifts to drive directly into the racking lanes, this system delivers the most effective use of available warehouse space. Drive-In configuration uses a single aisle for maximum cube utilisation with first-in, last-out (FILO) storage, while Drive-Thru uses a two-aisle layout to support first-in, first-out (FIFO) operations. As a compact storage system, it optimises the available surface area to its fullest — making it particularly well suited to controlled-temperature environments where reducing the total cooled volume is critical.
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Key Features
- Compact high-density storage that fully exploits available warehouse surface area
- Drive-In (FILO) with single aisle for maximum cube utilisation, or Drive-Thru (FIFO) with two-aisle access
- Designed for multiple unit loads of the same product reference per lane
- Precise warehouse management with ordered placement of each product reference
- Ideal for cold and freezer storage — reduces total cooled volume significantly
- Part of the compact storage family alongside Shuttle, VNA, Mobile Pallet, and Live Pallet systems
Applications
- Cold storage and freezer warehouses
- Bulk storage and production staging areas
- Pre-marshalling and distribution zones
- Food and beverage production facilities
- Building materials and construction supply
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