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Welcome To Shelving & Racking Limited

Shelving & Racking Limited are the UK's largest buyer, stockists and trade suppliers of new pallet racking, used pallet racking, warehouse racking, storage racking systems, industrial shelving, longspan shelving, steel shelving and warehouse storage equipment such as industrial cupboards, specialist cabinets and lockers.

Shelving & Racking Limited specialise in:

If you want to get in touch to discuss your shelving and racking requirements, you can call us on 0800 612 3210 or use our enquiry form.

used racking for sale

Do you have used racking for sale?

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If you have used racking for sale then we want to hear from you. We are always in the market for medium to large parcels of quality used pallet racking or longspan shelving and we can arrange to take it down and transport it if required.

If you have a warehouse full of industrial racking that you don’t need then the thought of getting rid of it can seem like a daunting one, but we will happily give you as much guidance as you need. The value of used warehouse racking is based on a number of criteria:

  • The condition of the racking. We will need you to send us a few clear, close up photos so that we can see what your used racking looks like.
  • The manufacturer of the racking. Popular makes such as Dexion, Link 51, Apex, Redirack and PSS are are always of interest, but we will listen to all offers if the quality and quantity are right. If you aren’t sure what type of pallet racking you have, we will be able to identify it from the photos.
  • The size, quantity and duty of the upright frames. We need to know the height and depth of the frames (in millimetres), how many of the you have, and the duty of the frames. The duty might be stamped on the frames- M (medium), S (standard), H (heavy duty) or E (extra heavy duty) are examples of what you might expect to find.
  • The size, quantity and load capacity of the horizontal beams. The size of the beams is the clear entry measurement- the space between the upright frames when beams are in place. The load capacity might be on load notices at the end of each run, or otherwise if you can tell us the height of the front face of the beam, and whether the beam is a box or open section, we may be able to calculate how much weight they can take.

If you need us to drop the racking and stack it for transportation, we have SEIRS qualified engineers who can do this for you. The cost of this service would be deducted from the value of your racking. We can also arrange transport from any UK mainland address if required. We have recently bought parcels of used pallet racking from customers in Keighley, Dumfries, Swansea, Barnsley and Croydon. If you would prefer to deliver the racking to us, you would be welcome to do so, provided it is stacked and banded to our specifications.

If you have used racking for sale, call us now on 0800 612 3210. If preferred, you can use the enquiry form to send us as many details as you can and we will reply to you quickly.

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Which used racking frames do I need?

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There are a huge range of used racking frames available and finding the appropriate materials for your specific requirements isn’t always straightforward. Our team are always happy to offer you as much help and advice as you need, but here is some guidance which might help you find what you are looking for.

A pallet racking frame is made up of two upright legs, joined together with horizontal and diagonal bracing (in a zig zag pattern) and with footplates attached. To create a single bay of warehouse racking you would need two frames and at least four beams, the horizontal bars that your pallets would sit on.

There are at least 20 different manufacturers of industrial racking and almost none of their components are compatible with each other. So, if you don’t know whether you have Dexion, Link 51, Apex, Redirack or any other make, the first place to look would be our “identify my racking” page, where you can find photos of many leading brands of pallet racking. If this doesn’t help, send us some clear close up photos of your racking and we can usually tell you what you have.

The depth measurement is very important in finding the frames that you need, this is taken from outside edge to outside edge of the uprights. 900mm and 1100mm are by far the most common sizes, but others such as 1050mm, 700mm and 1200mm are sometimes used. Older pallet racking, particularly Dexion Speedlock may also have measurements in imperial sizes, such as 3ft (914mm) and 3ft 6in (1067mm). If you are looking to add bays to your existing racking then the frames you buy must be exactly the same depth.

We can usually supply frames in heights from 2000mm to 10000mm and possibly even higher. Standard heights are in 500mm increments but if you need a specific height please let us know and we can cut the frames down accordingly. Tall frames are often made up of two piece of upright spliced together, with a heavier duty section at the bottom.

The load capacity of the frames is determined by the duty of the frame and the height of the first beam level. The duty of the frame is often stamped on the upright, it could be a letter (M- medium, SD- standard duty, H- heavy duty etc) or a number (Apex frames will be UK8, UK12, UK16 or UK20). Please let us know if you need to match existing frames, or if you know the maximum weight you will be putting in each bay.

We can supply individual upright legs, often to replace one which has been damaged. If this is the case, we need to know the duty of your existing frames so that we can supply a compatible replacement. Bracing can also be bought separately if you need to replace a bent piece.

Call us now on 0800 612 3210 to place an order or to discuss your options. Alternatively you can send us the details of what you are looking for on the enquiry form and we will reply to you quickly.

 

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Dexion shelving or Dexion racking- what do I need to order?

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Dexion shelving is a name sometimes used for Dexion racking, or pallet racking to use the generic name. Buying it can be a complicated business if you aren’t familiar with the specific terms and the way it works, but we can help you to find the right warehouse storage solution for your business.

People will often ask for Dexion racking when actually they want warehouse racking from a completely different (and non-compatible) manufacturer. If you send us a photo of the racking you have, we can identify the racking system and then give you a quote for compatible materials. Apex, Link 51, Redirack and PSS are all popular industrial racking makers that we always have in stock and we can usually source less common systems such as Hilo, Sperrin and Stow.

The size of the frames and beams that you need will depend on the dimensions of the space you have available and size of the pallets that you are storing. UK pallets are 1200mm x 1000mm and Euro pallets are 1200mm x 800mm, but if you are storing non-standard pallets or non-palletised items we can adjust standard pallet racking sizes to accommodate your stock. Our helpful and knowledgeable team are happy to spend as much time as you need to get the right warehouse racking for your business.

If you are actually looking for Dexion shelving, we have huge stocks of timber and wire mesh decking to suit any pallet racking dimensions.

We can deliver to any UK mainland address (we have orders going to Liverpool, Falkirk, Newcastle and Bournemouth in the next week) and we also have fully qualified installation engineers available, no matter what size the job is.

Call us now on 0800 612 3210 or send us a brief message on our enquiry form and we will get back to you quickly.

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Buy used pallet racking, industrial shelving and much more

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If you need to buy used pallet racking, industrial shelving or any other type of warehouse storage equipment, we can help you to get exactly what you need. Customers find us in a number of different ways, and what they are looking for can vary widely, but we give every customer the best service we can, no matter what they are looking for. These are a few examples of recent enquiries:

  1. A customer in Newport wanted some used pallet racking for his warehouse. A Google search led him to our website where he selected the sizes and quantities he needed and placed an order online. When his order came through to us, the configuration didn’t look right, so we gave him a call and soon established that both the sizes and quantities weren’t right for what he needed. We corrected the order, supplied some used Redirack and the customer was very happy with the racking that he received.
  2. We had a call from a customer after another business on his industrial estate in Leeds recommended us to him. He just needed a short run of industrial racking to store both palletised and hand loaded materials for his business. We had used Dexion racking in suitable sizes, with timber decking for the hand loaded elements. We supplied and installed the racking quickly, helping to create extra space in the customer’s warehouse in time for his upcoming peak trading period.
  3. We received an enquiry form through our website, from a company in Watford. They had attached a plan of the warehouse racking that they were looking for and asked for a price for both new and used pallet racking. We provided them with quotes for all materials (10 runs of 6 bays of racking, each with 4 beam levels) in used Link 51 racking and new AR racking, along with column guards and pallet support bars for all bays. They were very happy with the service they received from us and decided to buy used pallet racking, which arrived just 7 working days from confirmation of the order and has now been installed.
  4. After an online search for longspan shelving, a small business in Edinburgh found our number and gave us a call. They needed runs of heavy duty shelving to go round 3 sides of a new warehouse they  were moving to. Our longspan comes in so many size options that it was easy for us to find a solution that made maximum use of the storage space they had available. Some of the items they intended to store were heavy, but our longspan can take in excess of 500kg per shelf in almost all beam sizes and so this was easily solved. We were also able to supply warehouse safety steps for them so that they could make full use of the 3500mm height available.

So, as you can see, wherever you are in the UK and whatever your warehouse storage requirements are, we can help you to find the best solution at a great price. Call us on 0800 612 3210, send us an enquiry form or order online now!

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Pallet racking deliveries for the whole of the UK

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Wherever you are in the UK mainland, we can arrange pallet racking deliveries at a great price, no matter what size your order might be. Whether you need a couple of bays of hand loaded shelving or several lorryloads of Dexion racking, we have huge quantities of stock and a safe and reliable transport network to get your order to you quickly.

If you order through our website then the transport cost will automatically be added once you let us know the delivery postcode. However, for small orders of industrial racking or longspan shelving, we may be able to arrange a reduced rate for delivery and so it’s always best to get in touch with us if you are looking to get the best possible price. 

Small order deliveries have a fixed cost of £25 and are sent by courier, often in as little as 1-2 working days.

There is always the option of arranging to collect your order from one of our warehouses. Call us on 0800 612 3210 or send an enquiry form if you would like to discuss your options and we will do all we can to find a solution that suits you.

Most of our warehouse racking and heavy duty shelving orders will be delivered on curtain sided articulated lorries and will require the customer to unload with a forklift. However, if accessibility is an issue we can arrange for a smaller vehicle to be used. We can also request delivery at a specific time if this is required.

We can arrange delivery to any UK mainland address, so wherever you are we can get you the warehouse storage equipment you need. We have recently delivered to Aberdeen, Hull, Cardiff and Brighton, so we can always make successful pallet racking deliveries, wherever our customers are located.

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Who can install used pallet racking for us?

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If you are thinking of adding some storage space to your warehouse, one of the questions you may need to ask is who can install used pallet racking for you, once you have bought it. Warehouse racking can be used to store many tonnes of stock and so you need to be sure that it is safe, secure and fit for purpose. We can help you at every step of this process, culminating in our highly skilled pallet racking installation engineers putting up your storage system so that it meets with all industry standards.

As soon as we receive your call, email or enquiry form, we will be focused on ensuring that you get the industrial racking that you need to suit the specific requirements of your business. Whether that be a few bays of hand loaded shelving or a full distribution centre of multi tier pallet racking, our team will provide you with advice and support to help you feel confident that you will get what is right for your company to succeed. We can plan a layout with you to make the most of the space available and send you a plan  so that you can see what we are quoting for.

We have many thousand of bays of quality used pallet racking in our warehouse and so we can always find suitable materials for each customer’s storage needs. Leading manufacturer’s such as Dexion, Link 51, Apex, PSS and Redirack are always in stock, so if you are looking to add to what you currently have, we can usually find the right solution.

Our delivery options cover the whole of the UK mainland, so wherever you are we can provide you with a great delivered price. We have recently completed orders to Paisley, Lincoln, Bristol and Maidstone, with lead times usually around 7 working days.

If you would like us to install used pallet racking, longspan shelving or any other warehouse storage system, we are happy to quote for this service. Our installers carry all industry qualifications and will ensure that your racking meets with SEMA specifications. We would ask you to make sure that the area is clear and that the racking has been moved to the installation area. The area should be well lit, with access to power and a forklift available for the team. If a scissor lift is required, we can include this in the price for the job.

Whatever your warehouse racking requirements are, call us now on 0800 612 3210 to discuss your options. Alternatively, you can use the enquiry form to send us your details and we will respond to you quickly.

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Heavy duty industrial shelving for all your hand loaded storage needs

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Heavy duty industrial shelving is a great way to store boxes or loose items of stock without the need for wide aisles to accommodate forklifts or reach trucks. If you are creating a picking area or you have heavy items that aren’t palletised then we can find a great solution to suit your requirements.

Our longspan shelving is a highly versatile and very strong system that is suitable for almost any storage environment. Longspan is like a scaled down version of pallet racking, with the same upright frames and horizontal beams. However, the beams have a Z profile (unlike the box section of pallet racking beams) so that a chipboard deck sits securely between them, with support bars to add strength and rigidity. If you need a metal shelf, we can supply dropover steel panels, ideal for food storage areas or where regular cleaning is required.

The upright frames are available in depths of 400mm to 1200mm and in heights up to 5 metres. They are always supplied assembled, with footplates attached and including levelling plates and fixing bolts. Beam sizes range from 950mm to 2700mm, with load capacities in excess of 400kg UDL per level for all sizes. All of this means that whatever hand loaded items you need to store, we can find a configuration that will work for your storage area.

If you aren’t sure how to make the most of the space you have available, we will happily suggest a layout for you if you can give us the dimensions of your space and the items to be stored.

We have huge stock of all the components of our heavy duty industrial shelving, which means we can dispatch you order quickly, usually in 3-5 working days. Our transport covers the whole of the UK mainland, so whether you are in Glasgow, York, Hereford or Colchester we can get your order to you quickly and for a great price.

Call us now on 0800 612 3210 to place your order or to talk to us about what you need. Alternatively you can complete our enquiry form and we will reply to you quickly.

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Industrial racking installations

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Industrial racking installations should be completed by fully qualified teams to ensure SEMA guidelines are followed. Our installers all carry SEIRS cards, have years of experience and are happy to offer advice to help you make the most of your warehouse storage space.

Whether you need a full distribution centre of pallet racking or a few bays of hand loaded shelving, we will provide free, no obligation quotes for materials, delivery and installation for anywhere on the UK mainland. We can also help you to plan the layout of your racking system and send you a plan of the agreed storage space. Recent jobs we have completed include warehouse racking installations in Nottingham, Stockport, Bristol and North London and longspan shelving installations in Cheshire, Hull and Cambridge.

We have a huge range of sizes and duties of warehouse racking available from all leading manufacturers (Dexion, Link 51, Apex, Redirack, PSS etc), and we can also supply column guards, rack end barriers and timber or wire mesh decking to complete your industrial racking installations.

Call us now on 0800 612 3210 to speak to a member of the team, or complete an enquiry form and we will get back to you quickly.

Social Distancing

Social Distancing and Employee Protection

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Social distancing and employee safety are essential considerations as many companies begin to restart after the Covid-19 lockdown. We have added a range of products to our catalogue to help you ensure that your team can operate in a way that meets with the latest government guidelines.

The social distance marker and floor graphic marker will help everyone to keep a 2 metre distance at all times. They are highly visible and will adhere to any dry, clean, flat surface. If you have uneven or outdoor areas then the social distance floor stencil kit  can be used to clearly mark the 2 metre distance in queuing areas as well as in the workplace. 

Our freestanding perspex full screen is the ideal solution for the segregation of workstations to protect your employees. We have a range of sizes available for quick dispatch and can customise if required in order to meet your specific requirements.

The industrial quality protective curtain is an ideal solution for doorways and to separate rooms, areas or shelving and pallet racking units. This high quality yet cost-effective flexible curtain can also be useful in practicing social distancing between customers and between employees in the workplace. Installed incredibly simply with either industrial strength magnetic strip or pre-drilled holes, this also aids quick removal and cleaning. The curtain can be cut to size on site.

We also have face protection shields and a wide range of barriers, posts and cages to help you maintain social distancing and keep all of your staff and customers safe. If you can’t see what you are looking for, or you would like to discuss your requirements, please call us now on 0800 612 3210 or send an enquiry form.

Our warehouse is operating as close to normal as possible and so if you need new or used pallet racking, longspan and heavy duty shelving or any of our other core products, we can get them to you quickly and at a great price. Whether you are in London, Glasgow, Cardiff or Leeds we can supply you withe the warehouse equipment you need.

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Warehouse storage, pallet racking & much more

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Warehouse storage and pallet racking are our speciality, we’ve been doing it for many years and we have an extensive range of products for businesses of all sizes.

Our warehouse is operating as close to normal as we can, while following all government guidelines on social distancing, and we have kept in close contact with all of our suppliers to ensure that all orders can be fulfilled.

We have huge stocks of quality used warehouse racking (Dexion, Link 51, Apex, Redirack and many more), new and used longspan shelving as well as racking accessories such as column guards, rack end barriers,  pallet support bars, timber and wire mesh decking, beam locks and load notices.

In preparation for businesses returning to work, we have added social distancing floor markers to our catalogue, you can find them on the website here.

Whatever your industrial racking, heavy duty shelving or warehouse storage requirements are, call us now on 0800 612 3210 or send us an enquiry form and we will reply to you quickly.

We will be doing all we can to help get the economy moving again, so please get in touch now.

We cover the whole of the UK mainland, so if you are in Newcastle, Manchester, Essex or Bristol we can supply you with the storage equipment you need.