How to Choose the Right Pallet Cage
Efficiently utilising your warehouse space is of utmost importance. A good storage system can have a direct impact on the productivity and functionality of your business. Pallet cages for example, provide an ideal storage solution for various warehouse, distribution and transport applications. Commonly referred to as stillages, stillage cages, collapsible pallets, storage cages and caged pallets, aside from ease of access and visibility when transported, pallet cages are designed to make handling of stock easier.
Types of Pallet Storage Cages
Collapsible mesh storage cages
These versatile high quality pallet systems are designed for light or heavy duty application and offer smart storage and efficient use of space. Fully stackable, collapsible mesh storage cages include a positive locking system, and fully removable front and rear gates. Available in 4 different sizes, 2 single size units and 2 double sized units.
Collapsible metal base pallet cages
These heavy duty transport cages are designed to withstand the bumps and knocks while protecting the goods kept inside. Equipped with anti-tipping bars, 4-way forklift access and steel sheet floor, collapsible metal base pallet cages are available in full and half height to suit your specific storage needs.
Logistics and storage cages
Designed to improve efficiency, these units includes a foot brake which automatically locks
the castors, adjustable shelves, 4-way forklift access and are suitable for pallet racking with positive locking base design.
Timber or metal base pallet cages
These versatile high quality pallet systems are ideal for warehousing and storage applications. They are stackable with fully removable gates and are supplied flat-packed or assembled.
Post and pipe stillages
Ideal for storing longer or irregular loads, post and pipe stillages come with removable arms and are designed to permit stacking even when loaded.
Battery storage and handling cages
Ideal for storing and transporting batteries, these cages are NTC approved for transportation of dangerous goods. They come with built-in spill containment bund, safety bars to prevent cage tipping, warning and safety signage and swinging doors for easy access.
Weatherproof transport and storage pallet boxes
Designed to ensure your gear is secure and protected from the elements, these heavy-duty storage containers are weather and dust resistant. They are suitable for standard pallet racking and come with lockable swinging doors, adjustable shelves, positive locking system for pallet racking and 4-way forklift access.
Rigging storage cages
Engineered to Australian standards, rigging storage cages are ideal for storage and
transport of rigging equipment such as chains, slings, hooks, clamps and shackles. They’re fitted with a top mounted, H-shaped rigging rack; come with a sheet steel floor and are accessible from both front and back.
Benefits of Using Pallet Cages
Aside from organising and maximising the use of available space in the warehouse, enabling faster picking and packing of products, increased efficiency and productivity and preventing stock damage, pallet cages offer numerous benefits.
Sturdy and Lightweight
Pallet cages are usually constructed from durable steel, offering a solid yet lightweight and resilient design. Because of their ideal weight-to-strength ratio, they are the perfect solution for stacked operations.
Safety First
The positive locking design ensures the cages can be safely stored and won’t slide off standard Australian size pallet racking. This ensures improved safety and prevention of injuries and near misses.
Variety of Styles
Depending on what you need to store, some options are more suitable than others. The most common ones include mesh cage or solid panel designs, wooden and metal bases, and custom design options.
Factors to Consider Before Buying
Load Capacity and Rugged Construction
The load capacity of your pallet cage will depend on its size and design as well as the storage abilities of your warehouse. While there are various sized pallets to choose from, their power will all vary. Cages made from steel are more durable and offer maximum protection and safe handling of the payload.
Accessibility
Choose pallet cages that offer 4-way forklift access, stackable design, can be folded up or dismantled easily for efficient storage, built-in locking system and a quick release door mechanism that allows easy access inside.
The Best Pallet Cage Systems in Australia
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