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RC Racks selective rack installed in a warehouse, blue frames and orange beams

Selective Rack

The selective rack is the most versatile system for pallet storage. It gives direct access to every pallet and is the ideal solution for warehouses with palletized products and many SKUs.

Updated 2026-09-04 · Manufacturer: RC Racks · Standards: NOM-006-STPS · NOM-026-STPS · RMI (ANSI MH16.1) · IBC · AWS

Selective rack aisle with pallets on three levelsSelective rack in perspective inside the warehouseFront of a selective rack with adjustable levels
Yes, when
  • You handle many different SKUs
  • You need access to any pallet without moving others
  • You can use either FIFO or LIFO rotation
Consider another system when
  • Few SKUs and high volume → Drive-In or Push Back
  • Strict FIFO for perishables → Pallet Flow Rack
  • Long or irregular loads → Cantilever

Key benefits

  • Efficient inventory management

    Adjustable levels from 1 to 3 positions per bay, no special tools.

  • Total flexibility

    Adapts to any space, weight or load size; grows by adding bays or levels.

  • Maximum safety

    Compatible with wire decks, anti-fall netting, upright and frame protectors and crossbars.

  • Designed to measure

    Configured to your goods, operating volume and forklift.

Optimize your warehouse with high-efficiency selective racks

The selective rack gives direct access to every pallet without moving the others. That is why it is the most used system in warehouses with many SKUs and in distribution centers: every position is located, picked and replenished independently, and the flow of goods is organized by aisle.

Our design and engineering work let you maximize space and improve operating efficiency by integrating your forklift operation and any specific requirement: clear height of the building, pallet type, load per level and turnover.

How it is configured

  • Frames from 72″ to 396″ high and 36″, 42″ or 48″ deep, with steel gauge according to the load.
  • Step beams from 48″ to 144″ long, in adjustable levels of 1 to 3 positions per bay.
  • Safety accessories: wire decks, anti-fall netting, upright and frame protectors and crossbars, to NOM-006-STPS and the operation of your warehouse.

The load capacity per level is calculated for each project; engineering delivers the data sheet together with the engineered quote.

Manufacturing process

  1. 01Design and configuration

    Load capacity, product dimensions, operating dynamics and available space.

  2. 02Manufacturing and finishes

    In-plant production with finishes that resist the working environment.

  3. 03Installation and accessories

    Correct assembly, safety accessories and periodic maintenance.

System components

Component diagram: frame, beam, wire deck, anti-fall netting, upright and frame protectors, cross bar

Frequently asked questions

How many pallets fit per level in a selective rack?

Usually 2 or 3 pallets per bay, depending on beam length (48″ to 144″) and pallet size. It is defined in the project design.

Can it be expanded later?

Yes. Bays or levels are added with compatible frames and beams; engineering checks the capacity of the whole before manufacturing.

What maintenance does it need?

Periodic inspection of uprights, beams and anchors, and replacement of impact-damaged components. We offer technical inspections to NOM-006-STPS.

Does it comply with NOM-006-STPS?

Yes. It is also designed to RMI (ANSI MH16.1) and IBC, with welding to AWS.

From your measurements to a price, in minutes

  1. 01 · AI ASSISTANT Recommends your system
  2. 02 · ONLINE QUOTE Gives you the price right away
  3. 03 · ENGINEERING Adjusts, validates and builds

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