Consult & Design
We review pallet sizes, unit loads, SKU profile, throughput and building constraints, then prepare a layout that balances storage density with access.
Warehouse Storage Specialists
Engineered for Load, Space and Safety
Every GENEX project starts with your pallets, your forklifts and your building - not with a catalogue. We calculate loads, check clear heights and aisle widths, then specify a racking system that fits how your warehouse actually operates.
Site Survey & Layout
Measured surveys and CAD layouts matched to your material handling equipment.
Load-Rated Components
Uprights, beams and decking selected for verified unit loads and bay capacities.
Professional Installation
Trained crews install, level and anchor racking with load signage at handover.
Inspection & Maintenance
Periodic rack inspections and damage repairs to keep your system compliant.
Warehouse Racking & Shelving Supplier in the UAE
GENEX Racking Solutions UAE designs, supplies, installs and maintains warehouse storage systems for warehouses, factories, logistics centers, retail stores and distribution facilities across the Emirates.
From selective pallet racking and heavy duty shelving to cantilever racking, drive-in systems and multi-level mezzanine racking, we engineer each layout to maximize cubic storage, improve picking workflow and protect your people and inventory - giving local and international buyers one accountable partner from first drawing to final inspection.
How We Work
End-to-End Warehouse Storage Solutions
One team, one point of contact and one responsibility chain - from concept layout to long-term rack safety.
Supply
Uprights, beams, bracing, decking, safety accessories and mezzanine structures supplied to the approved specification and delivered to site.
Install
Installation crews assemble, plumb, level and anchor every frame, fit beam locks and protection, and display load notices before handover.
Maintain
Scheduled inspections, damage reporting and component replacement keep capacity ratings valid as your operation grows or reconfigures.
Racking Products
Pallet Racking & Industrial Storage Systems
Eight proven racking families, each specified to your load data, handling equipment and stock rotation rules.
Selective Pallet Racking
The most versatile system: every pallet is directly accessible, with beam levels adjustable on a fixed pitch for changing load heights.
- Pallet access100% direct
- Best forHigh SKU variety
Heavy Duty Racking
Reinforced uprights and box-section beams for steel stock, machinery parts, tyres and bulk goods with high unit loads.
- Pallet access100% direct
- Best forHeavy, dense loads
Double Deep Pallet Racking
Two selective runs placed back-to-back in depth, reducing aisles and increasing pallet positions within the same footprint.
- Pallet access~50% direct
- EquipmentDouble-deep reach truck
Drive-In Racking
Forklifts drive into storage lanes on rail-supported levels - the highest static density for large quantities of few SKUs and cold rooms.
- Stock rotationLIFO
- Best forBulk, homogeneous goods
Mezzanine Racking
Rack-supported multi-tier picking floors with staircases, handrails and loading gates that multiply usable area without extending the building.
- Space gain2-3 working levels
- Best forSmall parts, e-commerce
Cantilever Racking
Column-and-arm structures with no front uprights, ideal for long or bulky items such as pipes, steel bars, timber and profiles.
- ConfigurationSingle / double sided
- Best forLong, irregular loads
Display Racking
Clean, modular shelving for supermarkets, hardware stores and showrooms that combines product presentation with back-up stock storage.
- AccessManual, front facing
- Best forRetail & showrooms
Gravity Pallet Racking
Inclined roller tracks with speed controllers move pallets from the loading face to the picking face, guaranteeing first-in, first-out rotation.
- Stock rotationFIFO
- Best forDate-coded goods
Buyer's Guide
How to Choose the Right Racking System
The best system is decided by three questions: how many SKUs you hold, how many pallets per SKU, and whether stock must rotate first-in, first-out. Use this comparison as a starting point before your layout review.
| System | Pallet Access | Storage Density | Rotation | Typical Equipment | Ideal Application |
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| Selective Pallet Racking | 100% direct | Standard | Any | Counterbalance, reach truck | Mixed SKUs, 3PL, general distribution |
| Heavy Duty Racking | 100% direct | Standard | Any | Heavy-capacity forklifts | Steel, machinery spares, building materials |
| Double Deep Racking | Front pallet direct | High | LIFO | Double-deep reach truck | Medium SKU count, 2+ pallets per SKU |
| Drive-In Racking | Lane based | Very high | LIFO | Forklift entering lanes | Beverages, cold storage, seasonal bulk |
| Gravity Pallet Racking | Lane based | Very high | FIFO | Forklifts at load and pick faces | Food, pharma, date-sensitive stock |
| Cantilever Racking | Full front access | Medium | Any | Side loader, forklift, crane | Pipes, timber, profiles, steel bars |
| Mezzanine Racking | Manual, multi-level | High (vertical) | Any | Picking staff, lifts, conveyors | Spare parts, e-commerce fulfilment |
| Display Racking | Manual, front facing | Low-medium | Any | Hand picking | Retail stores, showrooms |
Final capacities, bay sizes and aisle widths depend on your pallet loads, forklift specification and floor slab - always confirm with a site-specific design.
Safety Built In Load notices, beam locks, column guards and end-of-aisle barriers are specified as standard, not as afterthoughts.
Engineering & Compliance
Racking Designed to Recognised Industry Practice
Racking is a structural system. Our design and installation workflow follows widely adopted international references - including European racking standards such as EN 15512 (design), EN 15620 (installation tolerances) and EN 15635 (use and maintenance) - adapted to UAE site conditions and authority requirements.
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Load & capacity verification
Beam level and bay loads calculated from actual pallet weights, including pallet self-weight and load distribution.
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Floor, height & clearance checks
Floor slab, baseplate anchoring, sprinkler clearance and forklift lift height reviewed before final layout approval.
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Mezzanine & fire-safety coordination
Stairs, handrails, floor loading and egress planned to support local municipality and Civil Defence approvals.
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Documented handover
As-built layout, load notices and user guidance provided so your team operates the system safely from day one.
Field Experience
Engineering Notes from Real Warehouse Projects
Practical lessons our team applies on every installation - details that rarely appear in a product brochure but decide whether a racking system performs for years.
Measure clear height, not roof height
The usable top beam level is set by the lowest obstruction - sprinkler heads, lighting, ducts or roof trusses - plus safe handling clearance above the top pallet. Surveying this early prevents costly redesigns.
Most rack damage happens at floor level
Forklift impacts concentrate on the bottom metre of uprights and aisle ends. Column guards, end-of-aisle barriers and adequate aisle widths are the most cost-effective safety investment.
Plan for the next three years
Selecting frame heights, beam pitches and aisle layouts that can be reconfigured lets you add levels or switch systems as SKU mix and volumes grow - without replacing the whole installation.
Industries Served
Storage Solutions for Every Type of Facility
Racking specifications differ by sector. We match system type, finish and accessories to the way each facility moves goods.
Warehouses & 3PL
Flexible selective and double deep layouts for changing customer inventories.
Factories & Manufacturing
Heavy duty and cantilever racking for raw materials, WIP and finished goods.
Logistics Centers
High-density drive-in and gravity systems that keep inbound and outbound flows moving.
Retail Stores
Display racking and back-of-store shelving that present products and hold reserve stock.
Distribution Facilities
Combined pallet and picking zones designed around order profiles and dock layouts.
E-commerce Fulfilment
Mezzanine racking and shelving that turn floor area into multi-level, fast-pick zones.
Project Preparation
What to Prepare Before Your Racking Project
Overseas buyers and project managers save weeks by sharing the right data at the start. With these six inputs, our engineers can prepare an accurate concept layout and system recommendation.
Pallet size & weight
Dimensions (e.g. 1200 x 1000 mm) and maximum loaded weight per pallet.
Building clear height
Height to the lowest obstruction, plus column grid and door positions.
Forklift specification
Truck type, maximum lift height and minimum working aisle width.
SKU & throughput profile
Number of SKUs, pallets per SKU and daily inbound / outbound movements.
Floor slab information
Slab thickness, concrete grade and any joints affecting anchoring.
Drawings & timeline
Floor plan or CAD file, required go-live date and any phasing needs.
FAQ
Warehouse Racking Questions, Answered
What warehouse racking systems does GENEX supply in the UAE?
GENEX supplies selective pallet racking, heavy duty racking, double deep pallet racking, drive-in racking, gravity (pallet flow) racking, cantilever racking, mezzanine racking and retail display racking, together with layout design, installation, inspection and maintenance services.
How do I choose between selective, double deep and drive-in racking?
Choose selective racking when you store many different SKUs and need direct access to every pallet. Double deep racking suits medium SKU counts with at least two pallets per SKU and requires double-deep reach trucks. Drive-in racking gives the highest static density for few SKUs held in large quantities, operating on a last-in, first-out basis.
Does GENEX provide warehouse layout design and rack installation?
Yes. GENEX handles the full project cycle: site survey, load and aisle-width analysis, layout drawings, supply of load-rated components, installation by trained crews, load signage at handover, and ongoing inspection and maintenance.
What information is needed to design a pallet racking layout?
Provide pallet dimensions and maximum loaded weight, clear building height below sprinklers and lights, floor slab details, forklift model with maximum lift height and required aisle width, the number of SKUs, expected throughput and a floor plan or CAD drawing of the building.
How often should warehouse racking be inspected?
International guidance such as EN 15635 recommends a documented inspection by a technically competent person at least every 12 months, plus frequent in-house visual checks by trained staff. Damaged uprights or beams should be unloaded and repaired immediately.
Can international companies work with GENEX on UAE warehouse projects?
Yes. GENEX supports local and international companies setting up or expanding warehouses, factories, logistics centers and retail facilities in the UAE, coordinating design, supply and installation in English with a single point of contact.
Plan Your Warehouse Layout with GENEX Engineers
Send us your floor plan, pallet data and forklift details. We will recommend the racking system that delivers the right balance of storage density, access and safety for your operation.
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