Drive-In Pallet Rack
Drive-In pallet racking from Culver Equipment is the ultimate space-saving solution for high-density storage. Maximize pallet positions, eliminate wasted aisles, and streamline your warehouse operations with engineered drive-in rack systems—designed for performance and built for durability.
What is Drive-In Pallet Racking?
Drive-In racking is a high-density, cost-effective pallet storage system that lets forklifts drive directly into the rack to access deep rows of palletized inventory. Designed to eliminate excess aisles, drive-in racks can store 2 to 10+ pallets deep per row, doubling your warehouse capacity compared to standard selective racking.
- Maximum Space Utilization: Increase your pallet storage per square foot by removing extra aisles.
- Storage Depth: Store up to 10+ pallets deep per lane, perfect for large batches and slow-moving SKUs.
- Customizable Design: Engineered for your pallet size, forklift type, and storage requirements—structural or roll-formed options available.
- Cost-Effective: Achieve high-density storage with a lower upfront cost per pallet position.
- Flexible Integration: Combine with push-back, flow, or selective racking to create hybrid systems.
- FIFO or LIFO Options: Choose drive-in for LIFO or drive-thru for FIFO inventory rotation—supporting diverse warehouse needs.
- Ideal for Coolers/Freezers: Perfect for temperature-controlled storage and bulk inventory environments.
How Drive-In Racking Works
Deep Lane Storage
Forklifts load and retrieve pallets on continuous rails—store multiple pallets deep for unmatched density.
Learn MoreCant-Leg Uprights
Cant leg (set-back) frames offer more forklift clearance and help reduce the risk of impact at entry points.
Learn MoreRail & Tie Beam Support
Heavy-duty support rails, top ties, and X-bracing provide strength and seismic stability.
Learn MoreSafety & Damage Prevention
Column protection, guide rails, and stop beams minimize forklift damage and enhance system safety.
Learn MoreDrive-In Racking Applications & Benefits
Coolers & Freezers
Perfect for cold storage, bulk food, and temperature-sensitive products needing high-density storage.
DetailsManufacturing & Distribution
Increase storage efficiency for large batches, WIP, and finished goods in busy industrial environments.
DetailsAutomotive & Chemical
Safely store tires, barrels, and chemicals—ideal for heavy, bulky, or hazardous inventory.
DetailsApparel, Pharma & More
Used in apparel, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and any operation with many pallets of few SKUs.
DetailsDeep Lane Storage
Drive-in racks allow forklifts to enter deep into the racking structure, storing pallets on continuous horizontal rails. Store up to 10+ pallets deep per lane, greatly increasing density while minimizing aisle space.
Cant-Leg Uprights
Cant-leg or set-back uprights slope inward at the base to provide extra clearance for forklift entry and exit, reducing damage risk at high-impact points.
Rail & Tie Beam Support
Top tie beams, rail support beams, and interior support arms add rigidity and strength. Rear X-bracing ensures seismic stability and prevents racking collapse.
Safety & Damage Prevention
Column guards, guide rails, stop beams, and reinforced uprights are critical safety features in drive-in racks. These help prevent costly forklift damage and keep your team safe.
Coolers & Freezer Applications
Drive-in racking is perfect for maximizing limited cold storage space, reducing aisle count, and keeping perishable goods organized and accessible.
Manufacturing & Distribution
Store large runs, work-in-progress, or finished goods in dense, efficient drive-in bays. Streamline inventory and keep product moving in distribution centers.
Automotive & Chemical Storage
Ideal for storing tires, barrels, and chemicals. High-density design keeps inventory secure and organized while withstanding heavy and hazardous loads.
Apparel, Pharma & More
Drive-in racking is widely used in apparel, agriculture, pharma, and any operation needing high-density storage for a few product types. Best for large stocks of like SKUs.