Mobile Pallet Racking — Powered Mobile Bases for Maximum Cube Utilisation
The ultimate density solution: selective pallet racks mounted on motorised mobile bases that glide on floor rails — only one working aisle exists at any moment. Push a button, racks slide apart on demand. AME Rack manufactures mobile pallet rack systems compliant with EN 15512 / EN 15620 / FEM 10.2.08 / AS 4084 — engineered for +80% storage density vs static selective, exported to 65+ countries.
The Powered Mobile Base Architecture, Explained
Mobile pallet racking (also called movable pallet racking, Mobirack, Movirack, powered mobile racking, mobile pallet rack system, compactable pallet racking, sliding pallet rack, mobile storage racking, high-density mobile rack or electric mobile racking) is the highest-density manual-access pallet storage system on the market — converting wasted aisle floor into usable pallet positions by mounting selective racks on motorised mobile bases that glide on floor-mounted rails.
The mechanism is straightforward but engineered: each row of selective pallet racking sits on a powered mobile base with 4–8 drive wheels riding on machined steel rails embedded in the concrete floor. A 0.75–2.2 kW geared motor drives synchronised wheels via a chain or shaft system. When an operator needs to pick from a specific bay, a touch-pad or remote command tells the system to open exactly one aisle at that location — adjacent bases slide apart at 4–8 m/min until a 1.2–1.5m work aisle exists.
The headline benefit: only one aisle exists at any time. A traditional 10-aisle selective layout becomes a 1-aisle mobile layout — recovering 80–100% more pallet positions in the same building footprint. The trade-off is access cycle time (15–25 seconds to open an aisle) and CapEx (3–4× selective per position).
AME Rack manufactures mobile pallet rack systems to EN 15512, EN 15620 (mobile rack), FEM 10.2.08 (mobile specific), AS 4084 and RMI MH16.1 — with CE/UKCA electrical certification, photoelectric safety sensors per ISO 13849, IQ/OQ commissioning protocols and full PLC programming source code released to the customer.
Mobile Pallet Racking — One Working Aisle
Why Mobile Pallet Racking Is the Density Champion
Eight reasons mobile pallet racking is the highest-density manual-access storage system on the market — wherever expensive cube (cold-storage, urban, headroom-limited) makes 3–4× CapEx pay back in months, not years.
+80-100% Density vs Selective
Eliminate 80-90% of static aisles by mounting racks on mobile bases. Convert all wasted aisle floor into usable pallet positions — the highest cube utilisation of any manual-access rack.
100% Direct Pallet Access
Unlike push back / drive-in / shuttle systems, every pallet position is directly accessible — no SKU-per-lane constraints, no LIFO/FIFO trade-offs.
Cold-Storage ROI Champion
Where refrigerated cube costs €120–250/m² per year, mobile pays back fastest. +80% positions in the same freezer = -45% cube cost per pallet.
Powered Auto-Open Aisle
Touch-pad or remote command opens exactly the aisle you need — 15-25 seconds. Synchronised drive ensures parallel movement with no rack drift.
Multi-Layer Safety System
Photoelectric curtain on every aisle face + emergency stop on every base + presence-detection floor scanner. ISO 13849 PLd safety integrity.
Standard 3-Phase 400V Supply
Standard industrial supply, no special infrastructure. 0.75-2.2 kW per base; total system draw 8-25 kW for a 12-base typical layout.
Better Picking than Drive-In
Once the aisle is open, picking is as fast as selective (5-8 pallets/min). 30-50% faster cycle than drive-in where forklift travels into a deep lane.
EN 15620 + FEM 10.2.08 Certified
FEA-verified to EN 15512 (structure) + EN 15620 (mobile rack specific) + FEM 10.2.08. CE/UKCA electrical certification. PLC source code released.
6 Configurations of Mobile Pallet Rack
Mobile pallet racking is one base architecture with six widely-deployed variants. Pick the version that matches your temperature zone, density target, cargo type and cycle profile.
Standard Mobile Pallet Racking
Single-deep selective racking on powered mobile bases, 1,500 kg/pallet, indoor +5 to +35°C. The default for general FMCG / parts / 3PL high-density storage.
Cold-Storage Mobile Racking
HDG 80–120 μm finish + Q345B low-temp impact steel + IP54 motors + sealed-bearing drive train rated to -30°C. The ROI champion for refrigerated cube.
Cantilever Mobile Racking
Cantilever arms mounted on mobile bases — for long stock (pipe, lumber, sheet metal) where density matters as much as length. Rare but high-impact.
Full Mobile Pallet Rack Specification Matrix
Three production configurations covering the majority of mobile racking demand. All values verified by stamped FEA + CE/UKCA electrical certification — request the full PDF datasheet with your quote.
| Specification | Standard Mobile | Cold-Storage HDG | Cantilever Mobile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ▎Application & Environment | |||
| Best for | General DC, FMCG, 3PL | Cold storage, frozen DC | Long-stock high density |
| Operating temperature | +5 to +35°C | -30 to +25°C | -5 to +40°C (indoor / semi-outdoor) |
| Cargo type | Standard EUR / GMA pallets | Pallet cargo, chilled / frozen | Pipe, lumber, sheet, profile |
| ▎Load & Capacity | |||
| Unit load capacity | 1,500 kg / pallet position | 1,500 kg / pallet position | 800–1,500 kg / arm pair |
| Max base load | 24,000 kg | 24,000 kg | 18,000 kg |
| Density gain vs static | +80% | +85% | +80% vs static cantilever |
| ▎Dimensions | |||
| Base length (typical) | 6–14 m | 6–14 m | 6–12 m |
| Base height (typical) | 4–10 m | 4–10 m | 3–8 m |
| Arm / beam length | Beam 1,800–2,700 mm | Beam 1,800–2,700 mm | Arm 800–1,800 mm |
| ▎Drive & Control | |||
| Drive motor | 0.75 kW × 2 | 1.1 kW × 2 (IP54) | 1.1 kW × 2 |
| Travel speed | 4–6 m/min | 4–6 m/min | 3–5 m/min |
| Drive wheel count (per base) | 4–6 × Ø150 mm | 6–8 × Ø150 mm sealed | 6–8 × Ø150 mm |
| Power supply | 3-phase 400 V 50 Hz | 3-phase 400 V 50 Hz | 3-phase 400 V 50 Hz |
| Control system | PLC + touch-pad | PLC + touch-pad + remote | PLC + touch-pad |
| Safety system | Photo curtain + E-stop | Photo curtain + E-stop + floor scan | Photo curtain + E-stop + floor scan |
| ▎Finish & Compliance | |||
| Structural steel | Q235B / Q345B | Q345B low-temp impact | Q345B |
| Surface finish | Powder coat 60–80 μm | HDG 80–120 μm per ISO 1461 | Powder coat 60–80 μm (HDG optional) |
| Standard compliance | EN 15512 · EN 15620 · CE | EN 15620 · ISO 1461 · CE | FEM 10.2.09 · EN 15620 · CE |
| Standard lead time | 40 – 45 days | 45 – 55 days | 50 – 60 days |
10 Engineered Parts of a Mobile Pallet Rack System
Every mobile pallet rack we ship is built from the same 10-part architecture — designed for safety, smooth synchronised travel, and 15+ year service life in high-cycle distribution operations.
Floor-Mounted Steel Rails
Machined hardened steel rails (Ø50–80mm) embedded in concrete to ±2mm tolerance. Rail anchoring uses chemical bolts; surface flush with finished floor.
Powered Mobile Base
Welded steel chassis (250–400mm deep) supports the full rack column above. Distributes pallet load to 4–8 drive wheels and floor rails.
Geared Drive Motor (0.75–2.2 kW)
SEW Eurodrive / Bonfiglioli-grade 3-phase 400V geared motors. IP54 standard; IP65 for cold-storage. Soft-start frequency inverter eliminates rack sway.
Synchronised Drive Chain / Shaft
Chain or shaft links the drive wheels on each side of the base — guarantees parallel travel. No rack drift, no rail wear from skew.
Selective Pallet Rack Uprights
Standard EN 15512 uprights mount directly on the mobile base. Same rack components as static selective — interchangeable beams, brackets, decking.
Photoelectric Safety Curtain
Light curtain across the aisle face detects anyone in the aisle — disables drive instantly. SICK or Banner brand. ISO 13849 PLd category.
Floor Presence Scanner
Floor-level laser scanner detects feet / dropped pallets in the aisle. Redundant safety with the curtain. Required for cold storage and unmanned operation.
Touch-Pad Control Panel
7" colour HMI on each aisle end — touch the bay you want, the system opens that aisle. WMS integration via Modbus / Profinet protocols.
Emergency Stop System
Mushroom E-stop on every base + aisle end. Pulls power immediately. Resets only after manual area clearance — meets EN ISO 13850.
Surface Finish & Coating
Standard: powder coat 60–80 μm over zinc primer. Cold/wet zones: HDG 80–120 μm per ISO 1461 + IP65 motor / wiring. 10-year corrosion warranty.
8 Industries Running on Mobile Pallet Racking
Eight industries where mobile pallet racking delivers the fastest ROI on density investment — wherever expensive cube (cold-storage, urban land, regulated pharma) makes 3–4× CapEx pay back in 12–28 months.
Cold & Frozen Storage
The #1 mobile rack application — refrigerated cube costs €120–250/m²/yr. +80% pallet positions drops cost per pallet 45%. ROI typically 18–28 months.
Pharma & Cold-Chain DC
GDP-compliant cold-chain pharma storage where every cubic meter is regulated and expensive. Direct pallet access ensures FIFO batch picking is preserved.
Seafood & Frozen Protein
Ice cream, seafood, frozen meat at -22 to -25°C. HDG mobile racking with IP65 motors and sealed drive train. Standard for major fishery export operations.
Wine, Spirits & Premium Beverage
Climate-controlled wine warehouses where temperature stability and floor footprint both matter. Mobile rack delivers cube density without sacrificing access.
Hospital / Pharmacy Central Store
High-density storage of medical consumables, surgical supplies, sterile inventory. Light-duty mobile shelving variant used in central sterile services.
Archive, Library & Museum
Document archive, legal file storage, museum artifact storage. Manual or light-electric drive; +95% capacity vs static shelving.
Manufacturing High-Value Inventory
Aerospace spare parts, semiconductor wafers, automotive prototype storage — where each pallet position carries USD 50K+ inventory value.
Urban / Land-Constrained DC
Inner-city distribution centres where building expansion is impossible or land cost >USD 5K/m². Mobile rack converts headroom and footprint into asset.
How to Spec a Mobile Pallet Rack in 3 Decisions
Three decisions determine whether mobile pallet racking pays back in 18 months or never. Work through them before requesting your quote — and confirm your floor survey first.
Cube Economics: Is the ROI There?
Mobile pallet racking costs 3-4× selective. The CapEx premium is paid back by floor-space avoidance. Run this math first.
- Cold-storage at -25°C → ROI in 12–24 months ✅
- Urban land >$5K/m² → ROI in 18–30 months ✅
- Pharma cold-chain → ROI 18–28 months + compliance ✅
- Standard +20°C warehouse → ROI 36–60 months — borderline ⚠️
- Rural / low-cost land → Use selective instead ❌
Cycle Profile: How Many Aisle Opens per Hour?
Each aisle open takes 15–25 seconds. High-cycle operations may bottleneck.
- <20 opens/hr — Mobile rack ideal ✅
- 20–40 opens/hr — Mobile rack with smart aisle pre-open ✅
- >40 opens/hr — Consider selective + VNA or AS-RS instead ⚠️
- Single-aisle peak demand → mobile may bottleneck ⚠️
Floor Readiness: FF50 / FL40 Achievable?
Mobile racking requires FF50/FL40 floor flatness — stricter than selective. Existing concrete may need grind & pour.
- New build → spec FF50/FL40 in concrete pour ✅
- Existing FF35+ → grind & pour 10–20mm topping ✅
- Existing FF<35 → full pour required (budget $25–50/m²) ⚠️
- Heated screed / insulated freezer floor → engineer review required
| Selection Criteria | Standard Mobile | Cold-Storage HDG | Cantilever Mobile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best use case | FMCG, parts, 3PL | Frozen DC, cold-chain | Long-stock high density |
| Cargo type | Standard EUR / GMA pallets | Pallet cargo, chilled / frozen | Pipe, lumber, sheet, profile |
| Operating temp | +5 to +35°C | -30 to +25°C | -5 to +40°C |
| Unit load | 1,500 kg / pallet | 1,500 kg / pallet | 800–1,500 kg / arm pair |
| Surface finish | Powder coat 60–80 μm | HDG 80–120 μm | Powder coat 60–80 μm (HDG optional) |
| Motor IP rating | IP54 | IP65 | IP54 |
| Density gain vs static | +80% | +85% | +80% vs static cantilever |
| Cost index (vs static equivalent) | 3.0× | 3.5× | 3.2× |
| Typical payback (months) | 36–48 mo | 18–28 mo | 30–42 mo |
Mobile Pallet Rack vs. Selective · VNA · Drive-In · Push Back · Radio Shuttle · AS-RS
Where mobile pallet racking wins, where alternatives win. Use this matrix to defend your spec internally — every row reflects what a real warehouse design engineer evaluates.
| Criteria | Mobile Pallet Rack | Selective | VNA | Drive-In | Push Back | AS-RS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Density gain vs selective | +80–100% | Baseline (1.0×) | +45% | +80% | +50–90% | +100–200% |
| 100% direct pallet access | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ (LIFO) | ★★★★★ (LIFO) | ★★★★★ |
| FIFO / LIFO flexibility | Any rotation | Any | Any | LIFO only | LIFO only | Any |
| Cycle time per pick | 15–25 sec aisle open + selective time | Fast (selective) | Fast | Slow (drive in) | Medium | Fast (auto) |
| Forklift entry into rack | No | No | No (VNA truck only) | YES (high risk) | No | No (auto) |
| Floor flatness required | FF50 / FL40 (strict) | FF35 | FF50+ super-flat | FF35 | FF40 | FF50+ super-flat |
| Power required | 3-phase 400V | None | Charger for VNA | None | None | 3-phase 400V (large) |
| Best use case | Cold storage, urban DC | General warehouse | High-bay narrow aisle | Bulk single-SKU | Multi-SKU LIFO | Premium auto DC |
| CapEx per pallet position (USD) | $280–450 | $50–80 | $120–180 | $80–120 | $90–160 | $1,200–3,500 |
| Typical ROI in cold storage | 18–28 months | N/A (baseline) | 36–48 mo | 30–48 mo | 24–42 mo | 5–8 years |
| Service life | 15–20 yrs | 20+ yrs | 20+ yrs | 20+ yrs | 15–20 yrs | 15–20 yrs |
⭐ AME Rack's Honest Verdict
Pick mobile pallet racking when cube is genuinely expensive — cold-storage at -25°C, urban land >USD 5K/m², pharma cold-chain, premium wine warehouses, aerospace high-value inventory. The CapEx premium (3–4× selective) pays back in 18–28 months through floor-space avoidance. Stay with selective when warehouse is ambient, land is cheap and building expansion is possible. VNA beats mobile on high-bay headroom (12m+ ceilings paid for but unused). Drive-in / push back / shuttle beat mobile on bulk single-SKU at lower CapEx, when LIFO is acceptable. AS-RS beats mobile only when automation justifies USD 1,200+/position — typically >30,000 SKU operations.
3 International Mobile Pallet Racking Projects by AME Rack
Real customers, real ROI. From a Rotterdam frozen seafood distributor to a Singapore vaccine cold-chain operator and a Toronto premium wine importer — mobile pallet racking delivers density where every cubic metre is expensive enough to justify the CapEx.
Cold-storage DC at -25°C operating in a leased facility with refrigerated rent among the highest cost lines on the P&L. Existing selective racking was full at around 320 pallet positions, and demand growth required roughly 580 positions within 18 months. Building a second cold facility was quoted at eight figures and 18-month build time.
560 pallet positions of mobile pallet racking on 6 mobile bases, 1,500 kg/position, 6 m height, HDG 100 μm finish + Q345B low-temp impact steel + IP65 motors rated to -30°C. Single 1.5 m working aisle in place of the previous static aisles. Photoelectric curtain + floor scan to ISO 13849 PLd safety.
Pallet capacity increased by roughly +75% inside the same building envelope. Second-facility capex avoided. Annual refrigerated rent per pallet position dropped by close to half. Total payback achieved inside 2 years. Customer extended lease with the same landlord for a further term.
Inner-city Singapore biotech DC running at +2–8°C for vaccine and biologics storage — land cost in the area among the highest in the region. Existing selective racking left the site full at around 420 GDP-compliant pallet positions. Demand growth required another 350 positions; nearby land effectively unavailable.
400 additional pallet positions on mobile pallet racking, retrofitted into the existing GDP-compliant cold rooms. 5 mobile bases, 1,200 kg/position, 6 m height. Pre-existing FF35 floor required grind-and-pour to FF50 (8 mm topping, 4-week phased install so the cold rooms stayed operational).
Pallet capacity within the same building went from ~420 to ~820 (roughly +95%). Adjacent-site land purchase avoided entirely. Project completed in 5 months total (4 weeks floor prep + 11 weeks rack install). GDP audit re-passed with zero findings.
Wine distributor operating a climate-controlled facility with premium lease cost per m². Existing selective racking gave around 180 pallet positions, and new agency contracts required roughly 280. A second facility quote came in at seven figures plus separate climate-control infrastructure.
260 pallet positions of mobile pallet racking, 4 mobile bases, 1,200 kg/position, 7 m height, powder-coat finish. Climate-stable variant: special wheel material to avoid floor-dust generation. Touch-pad PLC + WMS integration via Modbus protocol.
Pallet capacity increased from around 180 to 260 (+44%, after derating for premium agency products). Second-facility capex avoided. Wine quality stability improved — closing 80% of the static aisles reduced thermal mass cycling in the climate-controlled envelope.
8-Stage Manufacturing & Quality Pipeline for Mobile Pallet Racking
Every mobile pallet rack system leaves our Dongguan factory through an 8-stage production line — from steel cutting through PLC programming, drive bench-test and factory acceptance test (FAT) before container loading.
Material & Component Inbound
Q235B / Q345B steel from Baosteel & Shagang. SEW Eurodrive / Bonfiglioli geared motors, Siemens / Mitsubishi PLC, SICK / Banner photoelectric safety devices. Every batch arrives with mill / supplier test certificate; AME QC re-inspects per ISO 9001 procedures.
CNC Cutting & Roll-Forming
Laser cutting (±0.2mm) and CNC press-brake forming for mobile base side rails (8–12mm plate). Rail profiles roll-formed on 4-roll line with precision <1mm/m linearity required for smooth travel.
Robotic Frame Welding
4-station Panasonic robotic MIG welder forms mobile base chassis. Full-penetration welds verified by ultrasonic spot-check per EN 1090 Class EXC2. Bases load-tested 1.5× rated capacity (24 h hold).
Drive Train Assembly & Test
Drive wheels, gear motors, chain/shaft synchronisation pre-assembled on each base. Bench-test: no-load run for 8 hours, then 1.5× load run for 4 hours. Wheel alignment verified ±0.5° before factory dispatch.
PLC Programming & Safety Integration
Siemens / Mitsubishi PLC programmed in-house; safety inputs (photo curtain, floor scan, E-stop) wired to PLd-rated safety controller. Pre-FAT in factory before container loading.
Surface Treatment
7-stage pre-treatment (degrease → rinse → phosphate → rinse → passivate → rinse → dry). Standard: powder coat 60–80 μm Akzo Nobel + 200°C cure. Cold/wet: HDG 80–120 μm per ISO 1461.
Pre-Assembly & FAT
Each mobile base test-run in factory dock with rail strip. Customer FAT optional — we run the full opening sequence with empty load to verify cycle. PLC source code released to customer.
Packaging & Container Loading
Rails wrapped in IPPC ISPM-15 wood crates; mobile bases on shaped pallets with bracing. Motors / PLC sealed in moisture-proof boxes with silica gel. Container photo + video proof-of-loading.
How to Buy Mobile Pallet Racking — A 6-Point Project Checklist
Six things every warehouse manager, project engineer and procurement lead should validate before placing a mobile racking PO. These projects are 5–10× the spec complexity of selective — get the inputs right.
📋 1. Specification Confirmation
- Number of mobile bases + length (m) + height (m)
- Pallet load per position + total base load (kg)
- Operating temperature range and humidity
- Motor IP rating (IP54 standard, IP65 cold/wet)
- Drive type: chain or shaft synchronisation
- Surface finish: powder coat μm or HDG μm per ISO 1461
🛡️ 2. Safety & Compliance
- EN 15512 + EN 15620 + FEM 10.2.08 compliance
- CE / UKCA electrical certification
- Safety system: photoelectric curtain + floor scan + E-stop
- ISO 13849 PLd safety integrity confirmed
- EMC compliance per EN 61000-6-2/4
- PLC source code release (essential for long-term support)
🏗️ 3. Floor & Site Survey
- Floor flatness survey to FF50 / FL40 minimum
- Concrete topping pour if existing <FF50 (budget USD 25–50/m²)
- 3-phase 400V supply with adequate capacity (8–25 kW)
- Ceiling height clearance + sprinkler / lighting clearance
- Seismic zone confirmation (extra bracing for zone 3+)
- Cold-store insulation continuity if penetrating freezer floor
💰 4. Payment & Project Terms
- T/T 30% deposit + 40% before B/L + 30% after FAT (mobile pricing standard)
- L/C at sight accepted for orders ≥ USD 100,000
- Performance bond 10% (held 12 months for major projects)
- Installation supervision USD 350/day + travel (engineer required)
- Commissioning & IQ/OQ documentation included in price
🚢 5. Logistics & Installation
- 40HQ holds ~3 mobile bases (large project = 4–8 containers)
- Floor rail install first (4–8 weeks before rack delivery)
- Crane required for base assembly (12-tonne mobile crane typical)
- Installation: 8–14 weeks for typical 12–18 base project
- Lead time: 45 days production + 30–45 days shipping + 8–14 weeks install
🤝 6. After-Sales & Support
- 10-year structural warranty + 3-year electrical (motors, PLC)
- 1-year castor wheel + 2-year bearing warranty
- Spare parts stocked 15+ years (motors, PLC, safety devices)
- Remote PLC diagnostics via VPN (annual fee USD 1,200)
- Dedicated project manager + AME field engineer support
Everything Warehouse Managers, DC Engineers & Importers Ask About Mobile Pallet Racking
Real questions from warehouse managers, distribution centre engineers and importers during 5+ years of mobile pallet rack export quotes. Bookmark this — it answers ~80% of pre-PO objections.
Q01. What is mobile pallet racking and how does it work?
Mobile pallet racking mounts selective pallet racks on motorised mobile bases that ride on floor-embedded steel rails. Only one working aisle exists at any moment — touch a pad / remote button, the system slides bases apart at the requested location. Result: 80–100% more pallet positions in the same building footprint vs static selective.
Q02. How much density gain vs static selective racking?
+80% to +100% typical density gain. The exact number depends on aisle count: a 10-aisle static selective layout converted to 1-aisle mobile delivers ~95% gain. The trade-off is 15–25 second aisle-open time and 3–4× CapEx per pallet position.
Q03. When does mobile pallet racking pay back the CapEx premium?
Cold storage at -25°C: 18–28 months (€120–250/m²/yr cube rent). Urban DC (land >USD 5K/m²): 18–30 months. Pharma cold-chain GDP: 18–28 months. Standard ambient warehouse: 36–60 months — borderline ROI; usually selective wins instead.
Q04. What is the typical lead time?
45 days production for standard ambient mobile racking; 55 days for cold-storage HDG variant; 50 days for heavy-duty configurations. Add 30–45 days sea shipping and 8–14 weeks site installation. Total project timeline: 3–5 months from PO to go-live.
Q05. What floor flatness is required?
FF50 / FL40 minimum over the entire mobile base footprint (vs FF35 for selective). Existing concrete usually requires grind-and-pour to spec — budget USD 25–50/m² for floor topping. This is the #1 site-readiness issue; get a floor survey done before placing the PO.
Q06. Is mobile pallet racking safe?
Yes — modern systems exceed ISO 13849 PLd safety integrity. Layered safety: photoelectric curtain on every aisle face detects body in aisle; floor scanner detects feet / dropped objects; mushroom E-stop on every base and aisle end; soft-start drive prevents rack sway. Decades of EU operational data show fewer safety incidents than static rack + forklift.
Q07. What power supply is required?
Standard 3-phase 400V 50Hz industrial supply. Per mobile base: 0.75–2.2 kW geared motor. Total system load: 8–25 kW for a typical 12-base installation. No special infrastructure required — standard breaker panel and cable trunking suffice.
Q08. Can mobile pallet racking handle cold storage / freezer?
Yes — and cold storage is the #1 application. Order HDG variant (80–120 μm per ISO 1461) + Q345B low-temp impact steel + IP65 motors + sealed-bearing drive train rated -30°C. Wheel grease low-temp specification. Operating range -30°C to +25°C. ROI is fastest in cold storage where every cubic meter is expensive.
Q09. How many aisle opens per hour can the system handle?
Each aisle open takes 15–25 seconds (depends on base length and travel speed). Typical capacity: 120–180 opens/hour. Cycle is fine for <40 opens/hour pick rates. For >40 opens/hour, consider smart aisle pre-open algorithms or evaluate VNA / AS-RS alternatives instead.
Q10. What is the difference between Mobirack and Movirack?
These are brand names from European mobile rack manufacturers (Constructor / Mecalux respectively). AME Rack manufactures the same engineering category at 40–50% of EU FOB pricing — same EN 15512 / EN 15620 / FEM 10.2.08 standards, same SEW Eurodrive motors, same SICK / Banner safety devices.
Q11. Can mobile pallet racking integrate with WMS?
Yes — standard PLC supports Modbus TCP/IP, Profinet, Ethernet/IP protocols for WMS integration. Aisle-open commands can be triggered by warehouse-management system pick-list automation. Custom protocol integration available for SAP EWM, Manhattan, Blue Yonder, Körber.
Q12. What standards do AME Rack mobile racking systems comply with?
EN 15512 (racking structure), EN 15620 (mobile rack specific), FEM 10.2.08 (mobile rack guidance), AS 4084 (Australia), RMI MH16.1 (Americas), CE / UKCA electrical, ISO 13849 PLd safety, EN 61000-6-2/4 EMC, ISO 1461 HDG, ISO 9001 / 14001 factory.
Q13. How does AME Rack price compare to European brands?
Mobile rack is a complex engineered system — our FOB Shenzhen pricing typically lands at 40–55% of EU brand pricing, even after shipping, import duty and installation supervision. We use the same component brands (SEW / SICK / Siemens) as European manufacturers.
Q14. What is the warranty?
10-year structural warranty on rack + mobile base (15 years on HDG cold-storage). 3-year electrical warranty on motors, PLC, safety devices. 2-year warranty on drive bearings. Covers manufacturing defects, weld failure, paint corrosion-through, electrical / electronic failure. Excludes user damage (impact, overload, water).
Q15. What payment terms do you accept?
Standard: 30% T/T deposit + 40% before B/L + 30% after FAT. L/C at sight for orders ≥ USD 100,000. Performance bond 10% (held 12 months). After 2 successful mobile rack projects, repeat customers can negotiate OA 60 days subject to credit check.
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