KNOWLEDGE
Proper packing and loading of shelf racks
We have a few useful tips on how to save on packing and loading shelf racks:
- the optimal use of load volumes in the trucks,
- the right load securing and
- avoidance of damage of the shelf racks to be transported.
The following suggestions are only information, any liability is excluded on our part.
1. Shelves
- Make packages of at least 1150 mm to 1200 mm depth (all packages must be the same).
- Package sizes 1200mm, even with underlays or pallets (is 1/2 truck width).
- Please choose the package height so that the loading height of the truck is well utilized.
- 2 x crosswise tie in with steel strap (Photo 1)
- Stack packages side by side
Photo 1: correct
Photo 2: shelves correct
2. Shelving frames
- Pack the packages a minimum of 1150 mm and a maximum of 1200 mm (all packages must be the same size).
- Frames up to a height of 2.5m 2x should be embed.
- Longer frames must be additionally integrated, while also ensuring a uniform, stable underlay against sagging.
- Fill any cavities with shelves (Fig. 2).
- Accurate stacking of the frames is important, while also pay attention to stability and skid resistance of the packages in itself.
Photo 1: correct
Photo 2: wrong
Photo 3: wrong
The frame packages have to be underlaid several times, whether by skids or pallets. Here a negative example (pallet racks) for too little support.
Error right: The frames bend through.
3. Load truck properly – examples loading error
Photo 1: correct
Photo 2 – negative case with damages
Photo 3 – negative case with plastic tapes
Here is a negative example of packages that were bound with plastic tapes.
Bind the packages exclusively with metal straps!
Truck load correctly –
examples loading error
A standard semitrailer – tarpaulin truck has the following loading dimensions:
Width: 2.44 – 2.48m
Length: 13,60m
Height: 2.65 – 2.70m
Loading capacity: 24.5 t
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The ready-packed packages should make the best possible use of these dimensions.
A condition for the optimal use of the truck load space is that the packages are packed as described in point 1 and 2.
Use the loading height optimally.