Health & Safetyand ManualHandling GuideA Link 51 Pallet Racking Guide

The UK’s largest manufacturer of Pallet Racking, Shelving and Lockers

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CONTENTS

3 SPECIFICATIONClearancesPrecautionsProtectionFlooringInstallationMobile Racking

7 CDM REGULATIONS 2015

9 OPERATIONAdjustable Pallet RackingAccessInspection and MaintenanceDamage Assessment

13 MANUAL PICKING FROM PALLET RACKING

16 LINK 51 RACKING INSPECTORS

17 RACK SAFETY AWARENESS COURSE

18 PALLET RACKING ACCESSORIES

21 LINK 51 - ABOUT US

22 ASSOCIATED ORGANISATIONS

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Health and Safety in the workplace is an issue which organisations can no longerafford to ignore, as the costs of accidents and subsequent absenteeism in theworkplace continues to rise.

By taking cost effective, often simple precautions and protective measures, the risks of accidentaldamage can be dramatically reduced and expensive legal battles avoided. Organisations thatperform well and can demonstrate high standards of health and safety are often the mostsuccessful, regardless of size or industry. Clearly, Health and Safety issues are now a majorconsideration for any successful company.

Major injuries

Around a quarter of major injuries(broken bones, injuries requiringhospitalisation for more than 24 hoursetc) in the warehousing industry arecaused by workers slipping or tripping.In the past, a slip or trip accident maynot have been viewed as seriously asan accident involving a fork-lift truck.However, it is clear from the pattern ofmajor injuries that workers who slip ortrip are sustaining serious injuries from the fall or from impact with objects or structures.

Manual handling, being hit by moving or falling objects and falls from height also cause asignificant number of major injuries. See chart above.

The safe and efficient use of pallet racking storage systems depends on a number of factors. Thisguide is intended to give an indication of good practice and advice to the warehouse operatorwho may not be a specialist in technical matters or in the detail design related to the storagefacility. If the users should be left in any doubt about a particular situation then more specialistadvice must be sought from the supplier of the equipment.

In general, storage systems using pallets, pallet racking and mechanical handling equipment aresafe when well designed and used within the designed parameters.

HEALTH & SAFETY = PROFIT

Causes of major injuries in storage and warehousing (2005/6)

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SPECIFICATIONSome racking installation problems arecaused by the user not supplying acomplete specification of their storagerequirements.

The racking manufacturer or supplier willgenerally strive to establish the proposed use ofthe storage systems so as to provide the mostcost efficient design solution. Lack ofinformation in the initial specification may resultin an incorrect design or one that is less flexiblefor future changes of use.

In order to determine a safe design of thestorage equipment to be supplied, theinformation provided by the user must includedetails of the following storage environment:-

l Building structure and properties of the floor.

l The type and quality of pallet to be used, thegoods required to be stored and how they are packed.

l The handling equipment to be employed.

l The location of rack sprinklers and any information about planned future changes.

CLEARANCES

Racking systems should be designed to provideadequate clearances both laterally betweenadjacent pallets/loads, between palletloads/uprights, and also vertically between thetop of a load and the bottom of the abovebeam. Adequate clearances should also beprovided between handling equipment andracking. It should be noted that changes in thehandling equipment or the product stored onthe pallets can materially affect the clearancesoriginally designed and care should be taken toensure that these remain adequate. Failure toprovide adequate clearances can only increasethe likelihood of damage (see clearancediagrams for further guidance).

2 and 4 WAY ENTRYtypical dimensions (mm)

Typical dimensions

* These dimensions may be reduced in certain circumstances, such as for trucks with an elevating driving position.

x10001200

y9001100

z100100

Beam HeightUp to 30003001-60006001-90009001-12500

b7575

100*100*

a7575

100*100*

c75

100*125*150*

Beam Height is the dimension from floor to top ofbeam in mm.

a = nominal clearance between pallet or load and upright

b = nominal clearance between adjacent pallets or loads

c = minimum clearance between underside of beam and top of load

Source: SEMA, Code of Practice for the use of static pallet racking.

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PALLET CLEARANCES

PALLET CLEARANCES

(all dimensions in mm)

Y

X

It is important to maintain operating clearances to ensure safe working practices, as a loss ofclearance leads to an increased risk of damage to the rack structure, and/or a reduction in theefficiency of the fork truck operation.

x = maximum overall depth of pallety = dimension over outside faces of the beamsz = minimum clearance between back to back pallets

or loads

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PRECAUTIONS

To reduce the risk of goods fallingfrom racks, where there is a risk ofinjury to personnel, effectivepreventative measures should betaken. This is particularly importantalong passageways and orderpicking areas adjacent to racking orshelving.

PROTECTION

The careless use of mechanical handling equipment can damage the storage equipmentcomponents and impair its safety.

Minor impact damage to uprights can severely reduce the safe carrying capacity of an upright.

Where impacts on the storage equipment are likely to occur, upright protectors should bespecified.

Storage layouts should be designed to ensure aisles of adequate width are provided. Indetermining the minimum aisle widths and gangways, consideration must also be given to theprovision of upright protectors. Generally, these should be sited on uprights at the corners ofaisles and gangways or the entry face of drive-in racking. They should be made conspicuous by ahighly visible colour.

Floor mounted column protectors are the most popular and are fixed to the floor immediately infront of the rack frame. Alternatively, structural steel barriers can be installed to providemaximum protection for exposed rack ends.

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FLOORING

With a new warehouse facility, the floor should be designed to support the imposed loads fromthe storage equipment and to be suitable to accommodate the floor fixings to be used.

With an existing warehouse floor it will be necessary to obtain sufficient information to confirmthat the imposed loads from the racking or shelving can be safely supported without causingdeformation of the floor. This may cause the rack to move out of plumb or create problems fortruck traffic operating in the area. Equally, the existing floor level conditions should be confirmedsuitable prior to installation of racking or selection of specialised handling equipment.

INSTALLATION

The correct assembly of the storage equipment is of equal importance to the provision of a safestructural design. The persons carrying out the assembly and installation should be trained andexperienced in the work to be done and be properly supervised and controlled to ensure that thehealth and safety of the workers are safeguarded. It is highly recommended that the installersare SEIRS registered (The Storage Equipment Installers Registration Scheme).

The Health and Safety Executive welcomes SEIRS and the initiatives taken bySEMA (the Storage Equipment Manufacturers’ Association) to improve safetystandards. SEIRS installers are fully trained in essential installation techniques,health and safety requirements and applicable legislation.

The quality and accuracy of the installation work can have a profound influence onthe performance of the storage equipment.

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MOBILE RACKING - GUIDELINE 5 - SEMA CODES

Mobile racking incorporates powered mobile bases with adjustable pallet racking generallysupplied as an integrated package. The equipment runs on support rails and guidance railswhich are lined and levelled into the floor.

A mobile racking system provides very high density storage in a very safe and efficient manner,and yet retains 100% accessibility to product.

Control systems may be ‘simple’, which allow initiation of each mobile rack individually, or‘Cascade’ which allows the operator to nominate which aisle is to be opened and thereby allowsseveral mobile racks to move sequentially away from the designated aisle. It is always aprerequisite that a check is made to ensure that an aisle is clear of personnel or product beforethe mobile racks are moved. The method of aisle selection and confirmation of aisle clear maybe by manual pushbutton, infra-red or radio. The mobile racking system will allow linking to acomputer storage management system.

A mobile racking system falls within the scope of the EC Machinery Directive and shouldtherefore be certified by a CE mark.

Mobile racking systems should be designed in accordance with the SEMA Code of Practice forthe Design and installation of Mobile Racking.

Mobile shelving systems tend to be lighter duty and provide many options of rail installation,motive power and control system. Generally, they should be designed in accordance with theSEMA Code of Practice for the Design and installation of Mobile shelving, Guideline 5.

Operation and maintenance of mobile racking should be carried out in a similar manner to thatdescribed for basic pallet racking. The mobile bases themselves require a more specialised anddetailed inspection to ensure that on-board safety features including trip bars, photo-barriers etc.are providing adequate protection to personnel and that drives, wheels, base geometry and railsare in satisfactory condition to provide safe and effective performance.

For other specialist applications such as Drive in, Pallet Live and Pushback contact your supplierfor guidance.

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THE CONSTRUCTION (DESIGN ANDMANAGEMENT) REGULATIONS 2015

It is important to be aware that on certain pallet racking installations CDM regs do apply,particularly when building construction is involved. CDM Regulations place duties on the clientand others for whom the client is responsible - for example the principal designer, the designerand contractors - to plan, co-ordinate and manage health and safety issues throughout all stagesof a construction project.

There is a legal obligation for duty holders to provide information, instruction, training andsupervision.

The CDM regulations apply to construction work that is notifiable, for example:

l work which lasts for more than 30 days and involves 20 or more persons on site at any one time

l work which involves more than 500 ‘person days’

The responsibilities of the client under CDM regulations include:

l Ensure there are suitable management arrangements for the project

l Allow sufficient time and resources for all stages

l Provide pre-construction information to designers and contractors

Additional duties for notifiable projects (Part 3 of the Regulations)

l Appoint Principle Designer responsible for health and safety in the design team. The role can be fulfilled by an individual or organisation

l Appoint Principal Contractor and ensure they comply with their duties

l Make sure that the construction phase does not start unless there are suitable welfare facilities and a construction phase plan in place

l Retain and provide access to the health and safety file

In order to comply with these regulations, it is the duty of the client to appoint a PrincipalDesigner and notify the HSE of the project (F10 notification).

All reputable suppliers of Pallet Racking will comply fully with CDM regulations.

For further information on this subject, clients are advised to visit the HSE website atwww.hse.gov.uk/construction/cdm/2015/index.htm

OPERATION

INFORMATION

The user shall be provided with information regarding the technical limitation of the racking interms of load carrying capacity and warnings of the dangers of re-arranging the configuration ofthe racking without the manufacturer’s technical appraisal.

Signage will display the safe working load criteria for defined areas of the racking. It will warn ofspecific dangers that may be encountered in operating the system and it will provide advice onthe essential maintenance requirements of the system.

ADJUSTABLE PALLET RACKING OPERATION

Generally, the safe working loads of adjustable pallet racking are declared on the load noticesattached to the rack and are normally quoted in terms of a maximum bay load. It is important

that the loads applied to the beam are uniformly distributedloads and that both beams are loaded equally.

The bay load is governed by many factors with the height tothe first beam level, the height between beam levels andthe number of floor fixings per upright being of primeimportance. Beams must not be removed or re-positionedwithout reference to the supplier.

During loading, the pallet should be carefully lowered toensure that it is supported equally by the beams. Duringunloading, the load should be lifted, taking care not tointrude on the level above, and to ensure that it is clear ofthe beams before it is manoeuvred. The load should neverbe pushed or slid into position across the beam.

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ACCESS

Pallet racking is not designed as access equipment and personnel should not be permitted toclimb racks. If access is required to the upper levels of a racking installation, then appropriateequipment should be used.

The following non-exhaustive list contain the minimum requirements expected of warehouseoperators:-

l Good truck/rack interface.

l Correct placement of pallets.

l Clear aisles.

l Adequate clearance around loads.

l Pallets in good condition.

l Good driver skills.

l Regular maintenance.

l Report all damage and repairs.

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

A regime of regular inspection for the pallet racking installation should be carried out at a seriesof levels of competence.

Warehouse staff and fork lift truck operators should be encouraged to report all damageimmediately as it occurs to ensure appropriate action is taken to protect the safety of operativesand others. This will, however, require a diplomatic approach to disciplinary procedures forcareless drivers.

Regular formal inspections of all racking should be undertaken by warehouse supervisors atweekly and monthly intervals to identifyand act upon any damage not yetreported. This should typically includeremoval of product from random bays toprovide more detailed inspection access.

Yearly or half-yearly formal inspectionsshould be carried out by a technicallycompetent individual (preferably SARIregistered), fully experienced in theidentification and categorisation ofracking damage. This individual mightbe a fully trained member of themanagement, a rack manufacturer’stechnical expert or an independentconsultant.

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The frequency of each level of inspection must be adjustedwith due regard to the throughput of the warehouse. Highusage stores require a more regular inspection. Cold storeconditions are more arduous for materials and staff and mustbe taken into account in determining the necessary frequencyof inspection and the skill level of the inspector.

For further information and advice see SEMA Guideline 6Guide to the Conduct of Pallet Racking and Shelving Surveys.

All surveys must be conducted, and in particular documentedin the maintenance log, in a systematic and clear manner. Thesurvey will classify damage according to severity andcorrective action necessary.

Generally, three degrees of damage will exist; Green, Orangeand Red Alert Levels.

Red alerts are items which are severely damaged well beyondthe limitations of the SEMA code. In such circumstances, theracking should be immediately off-loaded and isolated fromfuture use until repair work is carried out. Such repair workwould normally be the replacement of the damaged item. Foritems identified as Designation Red, a written procedure mustbe adopted by the Inspection Engineer in order to inform theuser of the seriousness of the situation.

Orange alerts are items that are damaged beyond thelimitations of the SEMA code, but not sufficiently serious towarrant immediate off-loading of the rack. A procedureshould be in place to ensure that once the rack is off loaded,it is not reused until repairs have been carried out. In theevent that the location is still occupied 4 weeks after initialidentification, the rack should be off-loaded for repairwithout further delay.

Green alerts are items which are damaged but are within thelimitation of the SEMA code. Such items would be recordedas being suitable for use but be identified for future referenceand monitoring.

DAMAGE REQUIRING REPLACEMENT

Anything which significantly changes the original crosssection profile or deforms the straightness of any loadbearing member or which significantly weakens jointedmembers due to failed welds or loose bolts, requiresreplacement.

DAMAGE TO RACKING

Any damage to a rack upright will reduce its load carrying capacity. The greater the damage thegreater will be the reduction in its strength until the upright collapses at its normal working load.

Damage to bracing sections will reduce the capacity of racking frames to withstand accidentalfrontal impacts and may also reduce the axial load carrying capability of frame uprights. failedwelds or loose bolts, requires replacement.

ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGE TO UPRIGHTS AND BRACING MEMBERS

A steel straight edge 1.0 metre long is placed in contact with a flat surface on the concave sideof the damaged member such that the damaged area lies central as near as possible to thelength of the straight edge.

For an upright bent in the direction of the rack, beam spans the maximum gap between theupright and straight edge should not exceed 5.0mm.

For an upright bent in the plane of theframe, bracing the maximum gap betweenthe upright and straight edge should notexceed 3.0mm.

For bracing members bent in either plane,the gap between straight edge and bracingmember should not exceed 10mm. Theserules apply only to damage which producesan overall bend in a member. They do notapply to highly localised damage such asdents, buckles, tears, splits. Memberssubjected to these defects should bereplaced. Localised bends over a length ofless than one metre, may be judged pro-rata to the 1.0 metre limits e.g. over a halfmetre length half of the prescribed limitsapply. Dents, buckles, tears and splitsshould be replaced.

ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGE TO BEAMS

Beams will naturally deflect under normal loading conditions to a maximum permissible ofspan/200. This deflection should disappear when beams are unloaded and should not beconfused with permanent deformation caused by overloading or impact damage.

Damage should be measured against the following criteria: Beam and connectors which showany clearly visible deformation should be unloaded and expert advice sought from theequipment supplier.

Welded connections between beam section and end connector should show no signs ofcracking.

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AVOIDING AN OBSTRUCTED LIFT...

Organise the workplace so that the handler can getas close to the load as possible.

When lifting of loads at or near floor level isunavoidable, handling techniques which allow theuse of relatively strong leg muscles rather thanthose of the back are preferable, provided the loadis small enough to be held close to the trunk.

The handler should also be able to address the loadsquarely; preferably facing in the direction ofintended movement.

BEFORE AFTER

MANUAL PICKING FROM PALLET RACKING

USE OF MIDWAY STAGE TO CHANGE GRIP

If the task includes lifting to shoulder height, an intermediatestep to allow the handler to change grip will help to reducethe risk.

GOOD HANDLING TECHNIQUE FOR LIFTING

Think before lifting/handling. Plan the lift. Can handling aids be used?Where is the load going to be placed? Will help be needed with theload? Remove obstructions such as discarded wrapping materials. For along lift, consider resting the load midway on a table or bench to changegrip.

Keep the load close to the waist. Keep the load close to the body foras long as possible while lifting. Keep the heaviest side of the load nextto the body. If a close approach to the load is not

possible, try to slide it towards the body before attempting to lift it.

Adopt a stable position. The feet should be apart with one legslightly forward to maintain balance (alongside the load, if it is on theground). The worker should be prepared to move their feet during thelift to maintain their stability. Avoid tight clothing or unsuitablefootwear, which may make this difficult.

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Avoid twisting the back or leaning sideways,especially while the back is bent. Shoulders should bekept level and facing in the same direction as the hips.Turning by moving the feet is better than twisting andlifting at the same time.

Keep the head up when handling. Look ahead, notdown at the load, once it has been held securely.

Move smoothly. The load should not be jerked orsnatched as this can make it harder to keep control andcan increase the risk of injury.

Don’t lift or handle more than can be easilymanaged. There is a difference between what peoplecan lift and what they can safely lift. If in doubt, seekadvice or get help.

Put down, then adjust. If precise positioning of the loadis necessary, put it down first, then slide it into the desiredposition.

Don’t flex the back anyfurther while lifting. This canhappen if the legs begin tostraighten before starting toraise the load.

Start in a good posture. At the start ofthe lift, slight bending of the back, hipsand knees is preferable to fully flexing theback (stooping) or fully flexing the hipsand knees (squatting).

Get a good hold. Where possible the load should be hugged as closeas possible to the body. This may be better than gripping it tightly withhands only.

KNUCKLEHEIGHT

KNUCKLEHEIGHT

KNUCKLEHEIGHT

KNUCKLEHEIGHT

KNUCKLEHEIGHT

KNUCKLEHEIGHT

MID/LOWERLEG HEIGHT

MID/LOWERLEG HEIGHT

These basic guidelinefigures for lifting andlowering are forrelatively infrequentoperations - up toapproximately 30operations per hour.

Guidelines for riskassessment only, notsafe lifting weightlimits

These figures will have to be reduced if the operation is repeated more often. As a rough guidethe figures should be reduced by 30% where the operation is repeated once or twice perminute, by 50% where the operation is repeated around five to eight times per minute and by80% where the operation is repeated more than about 12 times per minute.

LOAD AT ARM’S LENGTH...

When a load is held at arm's length or the hands pass above shoulder height, the capability tolift or lower is reduced significantly. If the handler's hands enter more than one of the box zonesduring the operation, the smallest weight figures apply. Where lifting or lowering with the handsbeyond the box zones is unavoidable, a more detailed assessment should always be made.

DETAILED ASSESSMENT...

Even if the above conditions are satisfied, a more detailed risk assessment should be madewhere:

a) the worker does not control the pace of work.

b) pauses for rest are inadequate or there is no change of activity providing an opportunity to use different muscles.

c) the handler must support the load for any length of time.

IN SUMMARY...

l Stand as close as possible to the object to be lifted

l Bend the knees as much as possible - or brace yourself by putting the knees against a solid object - and use an arm supporting strut if this helps

l Bend the hips keeping the head and back in a straight line;andl Lift gradually using leg and stomach muscles

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GUIDELINES FOR LIFTING AND LOADING...

LINK 51 RACKING INSPECTORSRegular racking safety inspections will help ensure that your storage equipment is maintained ina safe and operational condition, to comply with legislation, reduce hidden costs and improvesafety standards.

As the original equipment manufacturer, we are best qualified to report on the integrity of yourLink 51 racking or shelving (products supplied by other manufacturers can also be assessed,subject to negotiation).

Our inspection engineer is SARI registered (SEMA Approved Racking Inspector). He will assess thecondition of components within your racking installation, in accordance with the recognisedindustry codes of practice.

You will receive a detailed report of the engineer’s findings, recommendations and where repairwork is considered necessary, Link 51 will provide a quotation for replacement components andinstallation, as required.

Link 51 recommends that its racking systemsare inspected on a regular basis, andcontracts for an agreed maintenanceinspection schedule can be arranged.

Safety inspections will identify how toprotect yourself, your people, your productsand your organisation. And regularinspections will help ensure that damage isidentified and repaired to the manufacturer’sspecification.

IN SUMMARY...

Although racking is strong and designed to last, it is still often subject to overloading anddamage by Mechanical Handling Equipment. This sometimes leads to catastrophic failure of thestructure. The possibilities of racking failure occurring can be reduced by:

l Ensuring the racking is suitable for the operations being carried out

l Protecting vulnerable uprights on corners by providing protectors

l Securing uprights to the floor

l Ensuring beams are not overloaded

l Allowing adequate clearances between rows of racking

l Carry out regular inspections

l Encouraging employees to report damage

l Ensuring that only competent persons attempt repair or replacement

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RACK SAFETY AWARENESS COURSE

ON-SITE SAFETY SEMINARS FOR WAREHOUSE OPERATIVES

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If you want to manage your own inspection regime we can offertraining by a SEMA approved racking inspector registered engineer foryour staff at your premises. Your team will be taught operational bestpractices and how to recognise damage when it occurs, enabling themto run regular checks themselves on a weekly or monthly basis, savingyou time and money.

l This half day course for groups of 4-6 takes place at your premises meaning minimal disruption to your working day

l The course uses a mixture of presentations, ‘classroom’ based learning and a tour of your existing racking to point out real life examples specific to your storage solution

l All the theory used is completely non-technical so anyone can attend from packers and forklift drivers

to logistics managers

l Follow up and refresher courses available

Whether you’re unsure about the structural integrity ofyour existing pallet racking system or simply want to keepup to date with best practices for a safe workingenvironment, contact our racking safetyinspection team today on 0800 169 5151 or emailenquiries@link51.co.uk to find out how they canhelp you.

P&D StationsPick and Deposit (P&D) stations are used at the end of racksto assist in load handling betweenfixed aisle and other trucks.

Timber DeckingCost effective option to steel panelsin large installations also ideal tosupport pallets where mixed palletsizes are used.

Mesh DeckingIdeal for use when sprinkler systemsare being fitted. Mesh also offersexcellent ventilation of productsstored and a dust free surface.

RACKING ACCESSORIES

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Sprinkler SystemsCan be fitted throughout the rackingstructure for fire protection.

Frame CladdingCan be fitted, depending on theapplication.

Safety Mesh ScreensFitted for safety, and the security ofpalletised loads. Often fitted where awalkway or working area is adjacentto racking.

Run SpacerUsed to maintain a fixed parallelsafety clearance between doublesided runs of racking.

Pallet Foot SupportUsed in pairs across the beams, tosupport box or caged pallets whichhave corner posts, skids or feet.

Drum ChockLocates on the front beam, andcradles one end of a drum or barrel.Prevents lateral rolling of drums orcylindrical items.

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Coil CradleSpans beams to provide location andsupport for coiled materials - metalstrip, for example - or othercylindrical items.

Fork SpacerUsed in pairs across beams, toprovide fork entry spaces. Providessupport for and access to nonpalletised loads.

Upright ProtectorsProtect the lower section of XLuprights against fork truck collisiondamage. Available in ‘U’-shaped orright-angled configuration.

Steel Shelf PanelPanels span a pair of beams toprovide wide-bay steel shelving.Made from pre-galvanised steel.

Pallet & Shelf Support BarsFitted across beams to providesupport for smaller pallets or greaterload capacity for shelving. Claddinglocation bracket also shown.

Rack End ProtectorProvides protection to the ends ofracking. Available also as a barrier rail(with support posts) to protectequipment and walkways.

Racking SignsRange of rack safety signs andwarehouse identification labels.Warning signs conform to SEMAguidelines.

Guide RailsAllow safe and accurate guidance fortrucks operating within racking,particularly in drive-in or narrow aisleapplications.

LINK 51: ABOUT US

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Link 51 is based around its manufacturing sites– Pallet Racking Systems and Lockers atseparate locations in Telford in Shropshire, andShelving and Storage at Brierley Hill in theWest Midlands.

Established in 1951, they have more than sixtyyears’ experience and in this time the companyhas gained a wealth of experience andexpertise in providing storage solutions acrossthe UK and also worldwide, via the company’sinternational distributor network, LinkInternational, and licensee companies.

Our locker operation, has one of the world’slargest manufacturing facilities for personalproperty storage lockers, with the capacity tomanufacture up to 3,000 lockers per week.

Our vast product range caters for all storagerequirements, from Pallet Racking forwarehouse environments, to heavy duty, staticand mobile shelving and small parts storagefor offices or stock rooms, and lockers -Link 51 offer it all.

Link 51, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Whittan Group, is the UK’s

largest manufacturer and supplier of steel shelving, pallet racking and

lockers. The company offers a comprehensive range of products and

services to fulfil the requirements of storage management in every

type of organisation, large or small.

ASSOCIATED LINKSAutomated Material Handling Systems Association (AMHSA)www.amhsa.co.uk

British Materials Handling Federation (BMHF)www.bmhf.org.uk

British Safety Council (BSC)www.britsafe.org

British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF)www.bsif.co.uk

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (UK) (CILT (UK))www.ciltuk.org.uk

European Federation of Materials Handling (FEM)www.fem-eur.com

Food Storage and Distribution Federation (FSDF)www.fsdf.org.uk

Health and Safety Executive (HSE)www.hse.gov.uk

International Federation of Warehousing and Logistics Associations (IFWLA)www.ifwla.com

Link 51 (Storage Products)www.link51.com

SGSwww.sgs.co.uk

Storage Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA)www.sema.org.uk

United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA)www.ukwa.org.uk

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Link 51 (Storage Products)

Link House, Halesfield 6, Telford TF7 4LN

Tel: 0800 169 5151 Fax: 01384 472 599Email: enquiries@link51.co.uk Web: www.link51.co.uk

Note: Reproduced under the terms of the Click-Use Licence.Further copies of this Link 51 guide can be obtained from Link 51 (Storage Products) at enquiries@link51.co.uk or call 0800 169 5151.

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