Push back racking stores multiple pallets deep on inclined trolleys that run along rails within the bay. Each new pallet loaded at the front pushes the existing pallets back along the incline. When the front pallet is removed, the pallets behind it roll forward automatically under gravity.
It’s a high-density system that works on a Last-In, First-Out (LIFO) basis and suits operations needing better density than selective racking without the full commitment of a drive-in system. Absolute Storage Systems designs and installs push back racking across Victoria, configured to your bay depth, load requirements and aisle layout.
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Push back racking uses a series of nested trolleys on inclined rails within each bay. When a pallet is placed at the front, it pushes the row back along the rails. When that front pallet is removed, gravity brings the remaining pallets forward to the picking face automatically.
Systems typically accommodate two to six pallets deep per lane. Each lane operates independently, so different lanes can hold different products, unlike drive-in racking where a full lane must hold the same SKU. This makes push back a more flexible high-density option for operations with moderate product variety.
Push back racking needs to be configured around your pallet weights, bay depth and forklift type. The trolley and rail system requires precise load engineering to operate safely and reliably. Absolute Storage Systems has been specifying and installing high-density racking since 1991.
We assess your pallet weights, product variety, bay depth requirements and forklift type to confirm push back racking is the right fit.
We design trolley configuration, rail incline and load ratings around your specific storage requirements.
Professionally installed in line with AS4084:2023, ready to load from day one.
We test trolley movement, rail alignment and load capacity before handover.
We provide racking audits, maintenance and reconfiguration as your storage needs evolve.
Push back racking sits between selective and drive-in racking on the density-versus-access scale. It stores more pallets per aisle than selective racking while offering more product flexibility than drive-in, making it a practical choice for operations that need density without sacrificing all product variety.
If you need better density than selective racking but more flexibility than a drive-in system, push back racking is worth considering. Our team can assess your warehouse and confirm whether it suits your product mix and operations, contact us to get started.
Typically two to six pallets deep per lane, depending on the configuration and available bay depth.
Pallet weights need to be known and consistent across each lane. The braking system that controls how pallets slow and stop on the inclined rails is engineered around a specific weight range – significant variation in pallet weights between loads can affect how effectively the system stops and positions pallets. Consistent weights per lane are important for safe, reliable operation.
Your forklift needs to meet the manufacturer’s specifications for safely pushing back the number of pallets in each lane. The further back the pallets are stored, the greater the force required to push the loaded trolleys. Confirm your forklift’s rated capacity and reach against the lane configuration before specifying the system.
Push back racking operates on a LIFO basis, so it’s not recommended for perishable goods requiring strict FIFO rotation.
All systems we supply and install meet AS4084:2023, the current Australian standard for steel storage racking.
As per the Australian Standard (AS4084:2023), pallet racking audits are now mandatory and must be completed every 12 months.
Ensure your facility is safe and fully compliant with a free onsite audit from our expert team.
