WHAT is Very Narrow Aisle Racking?
Very narrow aisle racking systems, or VNA pallet racking, allows you to do more with less. These systems can help you to increase the capacity of your warehouse significantly – your storage can keep pace with the growth of your business, and you may be able to avoid an expensive and inconvenient relocation.
At Storepro we specialise in designing, engineering, building and implementing VNA pallet racking systems. We provide full, turn-key warehouse solutions to NZ-based businesses looking to enhance their approach to storage and logistics.
SOLUTIONS
Very Narrow Aisle Racking Solutions
Very narrow aisle racking is an adjustable and scalable high-density storage solution. Narrower aisles result in an increase in available space by as much as 40 per cent. Specialist forklift trucks, sometimes referred to as VNA trucks, have rotating forks that enable them to effectively pick pallets from any location within the rack. Compared to a standard racking system, the aisles created with VNA that forklifts operate in can be reduced by up to 1.5 metres. VNA offers an excess of 55 per cent floor utilisation with good stock rotation.
You will need special forklift trucks or man-up order pickers to load and unload pallets. VNA systems can be fitted with floor-mounted rails or electronic wire guidance technology to improve the efficiency and safety of your warehouse. The design of our VNA systems normally involves a back-to-back set-up, which allows immediate access to all pallets. It is one of our most flexible pallet racking solutions, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Features and Benefits
Very narrow aisle pallet racking is a system that offers a number of unique features and benefits:
- Highly flexible storage for many types or weights of goods/products
- VNA utilises standard racking components which are held in stock
- Narrow aisles maximise the use of available space for pallet storage
- The narrow aisle system provides direct access to all pallets at all times
- Can be quickly and efficiently installed
- Ability to disassemble and reinstall at a new location or to change the configuration or layout of the warehouse
- In certain situations we can help you to reconfigure your existing racking to VNA
WHAT WE OFFER
Types of VNA Racking
Very narrow aisle pallet racking systems can be differentiated in a number of ways, including by size, depth and configuration. But one of the most important decisions is the guidance system. There are three main types:
Articulated forklift systems
The most common form of VNA system utilises specialised articulated forklifts and man-up systems to allow pickers to store and retrieve inventory within the narrow aisles.
Wire or inductive guidance
This system uses cables or wires installed in the floor at the centre of each aisle. Sensors on your forklifts lock onto the electrical signal, ensuring they follow the correct path up and down the aisles. This system is highly effective, helping to automate the movements of forklift trucks and eliminating lateral deviations.
Rail guidance
Rails are installed in each aisle to guide the forklift trucks, ensuring they always stay on track in a similar way to the bumper bars on a bowling lane. Your forklifts will need to be fitted with rollers in order to safely make contact with the rails.
APPLICATIONS
Very Narrow Aisle racking solutions are versatile and flexible, making them suitable for a wide range of applications.
Very narrow aisle racking systems are ideal for warehouses and distribution centres who are looking to maximise their capacity. They are particularly effective for longer term or low turnover storage.
VNA requires specific forklift trucks or man-up order pickers to load and unload pallets. Our sales team are highly experienced with VNA storage solutions in New Zealand and can help you choose the best solution for your space and storage needs.
Hobbs Global has been a long standing supporter of Storepro for our racking solutions across our 3PL setups. Over the last 10 years we have regularly adjusted our racking design to meet the needs of our changing customer base. Storepro are at the forefront of the racking game in providing the best solutions to meet each and every need, whether that be conventional or out the box thinking. Aaron and his team and second to none and always a pleasure to work with!
Darren Brown
Warehouse Operations Manager
At Storepro, we supply very narrow aisle racking across NZ. When you work with us, our team will get a full understanding of your requirements, alongside your handling and storage processes. Then, we will develop the best solution to optimise the use of space in your facility.
We offer fast turnaround times on all orders. You can be confident in the quality of our products and components. We will make sure the solution we develop with you strikes the right balance between storage capacity and operational efficiency. Plus, we will offer a competitive price on the Very Narrow Aisle racking system that you choose.
In other words, we are the team you can trust to design and install a VNA system that will provide the storage capacity, operational efficiency, and quality that you need.
STORAGE SOLUTIONS PROVIDER
Tens of thousands of customers can’t be wrong. As the largest 100% NZ owned and operated business in our industry, at Storepro we bring a deep understanding of your warehousing needs, wants and goals.
We design, engineer and build all of our solutions right here in NZ. But we don’t just build warehouse racking – we build relationships too. We listen to your needs, develop bespoke solutions, and support you all the way.
Why choose Storepro?
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