We at Carolina Material Handling Inc. have extensive experience with pallet racking systems. These systems are used to store a wide variety of goods and materials, and they can be found in just about any modern warehouse. If you need new pallet racks for your operation, you can turn to our team for help in selecting the best option for your needs. In this article, we will discuss the potential benefits and drawbacks of buying used pallet racks for your facility.
Pros:
- Reduced Upfront Costs – One clear benefit of used pallet racks is their lower upfront cost. Buying used racks is less expensive than buying a new system, so it’s a great way to keep the total costs down.
- Convenience – Used pallet racks are also a great, convenient option for when you only need pallet racks for a short time. For example, if you are expanding your operation with a new racking system but need racks to use until the new units are installed, then you can use preowned racks to tide you over in the meantime.
- Ease of Assembly – In our experience, we’ve found used pallet racks tend to be easier to install than new ones, especially if you’re having your in-house staff handle the installation. Seeing the racks already put together makes it easier to set them up after they’ve been moved.
Cons:
- Lack of Quality Control – The downsides of used pallet racks boil down to the way they make it difficult to get the quality assurance you need. Purchasing used pallet racks makes it more challenging to ensure that they will meet your requirements for load capacity, among other factors. In addition, because used pallet racks do not carry warranties the way new systems do, if you find a fault in your new racks, you’re out of luck.
