Heavy duty pallet racking units with wire decking are a common type of warehouse racking. The wire decks are available in two finishes: powder coated and galvanized. The most frequently used configuration consists of powder coated uprights and beams paired with galvanized wire decks; This is because the powder coating process consumes a relatively large amount of powder when applied to wire decking, resulting in a slightly higher production cost compared to the galvanized alternative.
Installing wire mesh decking is quite convenient, it can simply be placed directly onto the beams without the need for screws or fasteners to secure it. A single racking level typically consists of two to three wire decking, a configuration that depends primarily on the length of the beams and the load bearing capacity requirements. For common beam lengths of approximately 2,400 mm, two wire decking are typically used; for lengths around 2,700 mm, the number of wire decking is determined by the specific load requirements—fewer wire decking being suitable for lighter loads.
The wire decking used in heavy duty racking systems can serve either an auxiliary or a primary load bearing function. When acting in an auxiliary capacity—typically in conjunction with pallets—its main purpose is to prevent pallets or the goods resting upon them from falling; in this configuration, standard U-shaped stiffeners are welded to the underside. Conversely, when the decking is intended to serve a primary load bearing role—allowing goods to be placed directly onto the wire decking surface—the underside is typically reinforced with a greater number of thicker U-shaped stiffeners; for particularly heavy loads, rectangular tube stiffeners may also be selected to meet the client’s specific requirements.
The dimensions of heavy duty wire deck racking are, like those of standard racking units, fully customizable; we will develop a tailored solution for each client based on the specific size of their warehouse.
Post time: Jun-02-2026