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Both are specified with the system, not added after the first repair." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can drive-in rack be reconfigured later?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Rail elevations can be reset for a different pallet height, and lanes can be shortened or added. If your SKU count grows enough that lanes stop filling, we can convert sections back toward selective racking." } } ] } ] --- Serving the Greater Cincinnati Area [(513) 957-3017]() [![Cincinnati Pallet Racks Logo](/assets/logo-Du16uMjV.jpg) Cincinnati Pallet Racks A Division of Warehouse Equipment & Supplies Co. ](/) [Home](/)[Products](/products)[Service Area](/service-area)[Contact Us](/contact)Get a Free Quote ![Drive-In Rack system in an industrial warehouse](/assets/drive-in-hero-CA5gVqly.jpg) [Home](/)/ [Products](/products)/ Drive-In Rack # Drive-In Rack Systems in Greater Cincinnati Drive-in rack removes the aisles. Forklifts drive inside the structure and set pallets on continuous rails, which packs more pallet positions into a footprint than any other system we sell. For warehouses holding large volumes of a few SKUs, that trade is usually worth it. Drive-in loads and unloads from one end for LIFO flow; drive through pallet racking is open at both ends for FIFO. We lay out drive in warehouse racking around your lift truck dimensions and your SKU depth, then show the position count next to a selective plan so the density gain is a number, not a claim. Get a Free Quote[(513) 957-3017]() ## How Drive-In Rack Works 1 ### Rails, not beams Pallets rest on continuous rails carried by upright frames. Rail elevations are set once per level, so the lane accepts pallet after pallet at the same height. 2 ### Forklift enters the lane The driver travels inside the bay to place or retrieve loads. Lane width, rail height, and mast clearance are dimensioned to your specific truck. 3 ### Drive-in versus drive through One open end gives LIFO and the highest density. Two open ends give FIFO with slightly fewer positions, since each lane needs access from both sides. 4 ### Protection built in Guide rails, column guards, and rail-end protection are part of the design, because a lane that gets clipped daily is a lane that needs repairs. ![Drive-in pallet rack lanes with continuous rails](/assets/drive-in-pallet-rack-Cg418ibV.jpg) ![Drive-in warehouse racking loaded with bulk pallets](/assets/drive-in-hero-CA5gVqly.jpg) ## Where It Fits Best High volume of a small number of SKUs Seasonal or buffer inventory held in bulk Cold storage and freezer rooms Product too fragile to floor stack more than two high Buildings where floor space is the binding constraint ## What We Need to Design It - What forklift will enter the lanes, and what are its dimensions? - How many pallets do you hold per SKU? - Do you need LIFO, or does product require drive-through FIFO? - What is the clear height and floor condition in the area? - How many pallet positions are you trying to reach? Send Us These Details ## What a Project Includes Drive-in design begins with the forklift. Mast height, overall width, load backrest, and turning clearance decide lane dimensions, so we collect the truck specifications before drawing anything. Then we look at SKU depth. Drive-in rewards deep lanes of the same product and punishes variety, so we count how many pallets you hold per SKU and set lane depth accordingly. Where the profile is mixed, we will recommend a hybrid layout with selective at the pick face and drive-in behind it. The quote itemizes frames, rails, rail supports, guide rails, and column protection, with a CAD drawing showing lane depth, rail elevations, and total positions. Installation partners anchor, plumb, and align every rail run, then verify a loaded pallet travels the full lane before handover. Because drive-in lanes see contact from lift trucks, we keep replacement rails and guards available locally and handle repairs without a long lead time. 1 Phone consultation 2 CAD layout 3 Itemized quote 4 Delivery & installation ## Recent Installations A sample of racking projects completed across the region. ![Pallet rack installation project 1](/__l5e/assets-v1/69bb19ef-d831-4ede-8302-884634a4f9de/project-1.jpg) ![Pallet rack installation project 2](/__l5e/assets-v1/0b58625d-d1ca-4481-b854-efccbdf81ace/project-2.jpg) ![Pallet rack installation project 3](/__l5e/assets-v1/99b1c0a9-741a-43b9-8627-cfaee017828b/project-3.jpg) ![Pallet rack installation project 4](/__l5e/assets-v1/48285528-15d8-45f7-91ec-58c905aa674c/project-4.jpeg) ![Pallet rack installation project 5](/__l5e/assets-v1/fb7d7a39-cead-4717-a7f0-2135bb61af62/project-5.jpg) ![Pallet rack installation project 6](/__l5e/assets-v1/8a55fa44-1445-424e-8e30-6c0bec37b096/project-6.jpg) ![Pallet rack installation project 7](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c88303e-8570-4ece-b2ac-58056747fe53/project-7.jpg) ![Pallet rack installation project 8](/__l5e/assets-v1/c652cdc6-0efd-477d-b7ea-e18185aa4734/project-8.jpg) ![Pallet rack installation project 9](/__l5e/assets-v1/fda7066e-3861-43cf-9f75-d1034c06a7ef/project-9.jpg) ![Pallet rack installation project 10](/__l5e/assets-v1/9b6c3b77-110e-47f6-b343-b47b30d0ffaa/project-10.jpg) Previous slide Next slide [View More Projects](/projects) ## Get a Drive-In Rack Quote Send the basics and we will come back with a layout and pricing. Prefer to talk? Call [(513) 957-3017](). ### What's Included: - Free warehouse consultation - CAD layout drawings - Itemized project quote - Rack type recommendations - Installation timeline Name \* Company \* Email \* Phone \* Where are you located? \* Approximate warehouse size \* Select size Less than 5,000 sq ft 5,000 - 10,000 sq ft 10,000 - 20,000 sq ft 20,000 - 50,000 sq ft 50,000 - 250,000 sq ft 250,000+ sq ft Expected timeframe \* Select timeframe 30 - 90 days 3 - 6 months 6 - 12 months 12+ months Additional Information I consent to receive SMS and email communications from Cincinnati Pallet Racks regarding my quote request. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. Get Your Free Quote We respect your privacy. Your information will never be shared. ## Drive-In Rack Questions We Hear Most ### How much floor space does drive-in rack save? ### What is the difference between drive-in and drive-through rack? ### Does drive-in rack slow down put-away? ### How do you keep lift trucks from damaging the structure? ### Can drive-in rack be reconfigured later? ## Drive-In Rack by Service Area Delivery and installation across Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky. [Cincinnati](/service-area/cincinnati/drive-in-rack)[Covington](/service-area/covington/drive-in-rack)[Mason](/service-area/mason/drive-in-rack)[Fairfield](/service-area/fairfield/drive-in-rack)[West Chester](/service-area/west-chester/drive-in-rack)[Hamilton](/service-area/hamilton/drive-in-rack)[Middletown](/service-area/middletown/drive-in-rack)[Florence](/service-area/florence/drive-in-rack)[Norwood](/service-area/norwood/drive-in-rack)[Blue Ash](/service-area/blue-ash/drive-in-rack)[Sharonville](/service-area/sharonville/drive-in-rack)[Springdale](/service-area/springdale/drive-in-rack)[Lebanon](/service-area/lebanon/drive-in-rack)[Erlanger](/service-area/erlanger/drive-in-rack)[Dayton](/service-area/dayton/drive-in-rack) ## Other Rack Systems We Supply [ ### Pallet Rack Direct access to every pallet position. The system most warehouses start with. ](/products/pallet-rack)[ ### Pushback Rack Store two to six pallets deep from one aisle without giving up much selectivity. ](/products/pushback-rack)[ ### Pallet Flow Rack Gravity-fed lanes that load on one side and pick on the other for true FIFO. ](/products/pallet-flow-rack)[ ### Cantilever Rack Open-front arms for pipe, lumber, steel, and anything that will not sit on a pallet. ](/products/cantilever-rack)[ ### Carton Flow Rack Gravity wheel beds that feed cases to the pick face and restock from behind. ](/products/carton-flow-rack) ## Where We Work Located in Cincinnati, we serve the entire Greater Cincinnati area with industrial pallet racks and warehouse storage solutions. ### Cincinnati Pallet Racks #### Address 2345 Ashland Ave. Unit #584 Cincinnati, OH 45206 #### Phone [(513) 957-3017]() #### Business Hours Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed ## Ready to Price Drive-In Rack? 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