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Double Deep Pallet Racking - Up to 100% More Storage

Store pallets two-deep from the same aisle to reduce aisles and increase capacity, ideal for bulk SKUs with low rotation.

Unlock up to 50% More Storage with double deep pallet racking systems.

Maximize your warehouse space and streamline operations with Elite Racking's Double Deep Pallet Racking Systems, designed to double your storage density compared to single/selective pallet racking.

Double deep racking systems enable you to store pallets two deep, effectively doubling your storage capacity. This is particularly beneficial for storing large quantities of similar products that require minimal rotation. By placing two racks back-to-back, you can further increase storage capacity to four deep. Double deep pallet racking systems operate on a Last In, First Out (LIFO) basis, making them ideal for non-perishable inventory that doesn't require frequent stock rotation.

This system efficiently utilizes space, with approximately 60% dedicated to storage and 40% to working area.

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Where Double Deep Wins

  • Up to 100% more storage: Two-deep pallet positions reduce aisle count and boost capacity.

  • Lower cost per pallet position: Better density than selective in the same footprint.

  • LIFO operation: Best for non-perishables and multiple pallets of the same SKU.

  • Energy savings in cold stores: Fewer aisles mean less volume to chill.

  • NZ compliant: Designed and installed to the NZ building code

How It Works

Double deep racking holds a front and rear pallet accessed from one aisle. Forklifts place or retrieve the front pallet first; the rear pallet sits behind it on the same beam level. Runs can be mirrored back-to-back to create four-deep storage with an aisle either side. Expect roughly 60% of your footprint to become storage and 40% working area once aisles are tightened appropriately.

What You’ll Need to Run It Well

Forklifts and aisles

  • Telescopic forks or a pantograph reach truck are required to access the rear pallet.

  • We confirm aisle widths, lift heights, and turning for your specific fleet (reach, counterbalance, or VNA).

Inventory profile

  • Strong fit: bulk SKUs, batch production, seasonal lines, repeat orders.

  • Not ideal: high SKU variety or strict FIFO; consider selective or shuttle for those cases.

Our Simple Process

  1. Free site consultation and measure up

  2. Agree a racking plan that works for your business, prepared by our professional AutoCAD designers

  3. Quote for new racking or good quality secondhand.

  4. Install • stay open and operational if required.

  5. Personal, onsite handover to ensure customer satisfaction.

How We Find Your Capacity

  • Complimentary site visit with expert advice from our experienced consultants.

  • Complimentary AutoCAD designs prepared by our professional designers

  • We can then confirm your pallet capacities and numbers of SQU locations

Why Choose Elite Racking

  • Create extra space without moving

  • AutoCAD designs showing pallet and pick location capacities

  • Install around live operations • zone isolation, nights and weekends when needed

  • Clear accountability • direct access to the owners

  • New or good quality second-hand • meet budget and lead times while staying compliant

Assurances

  • Owner led and operated

  • We can manage the entire compliance process for you

  • Phased installations, after hours or full closure

  • Auckland based, and operating NZ wide

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Our latest projects

TSS Sensitive Freight

Elite Racking transformed TSS Sensitive Freight warehouse with a custom narrow aisle pallet racking system. Our turnkey solution included design, supply, delivery, and installation, maximizing storage capacity while ensuring safety and compliance.

Semi-Automated Shuttle Racking

Semi-automate pallet shuttle system installed into a commercial freezer and running at negative 18 degrees Celsius. The system achieves an 80% storage utlisation.

Ecolab

Elite Racking recently completed a full-service pallet racking project for Ecolab, delivering a custom-designed system with complete supply, delivery, and installation.
We handled everything — from layout design to full compliance management — ensuring a seamless, stress-free experience for the client. The result: a safe, efficient storage solution delivered on time and to spec.

What our customers say about us

  • We were thrilled with the pallet racking Elite Racking provided for our warehouse in Botany. Their team was incredibly helpful from start to finish, understanding our specific storage needs and recommending the perfect system. The installation was efficient and professional. We couldn't be happier with the results and would highly recommend Elite Racking.

    Robbie Beilby
    Managing Director
    Target Furniture

  • We were in the market for a vertical storage rack. After contacting and discussing our needs, Elite Racking made a site visit to ensure their solution would meet our needs. After viewing the location and needs a couple of additional suggestions were made, which we adopted. Order placed, and delivery was earlier than expected which was great allowing us to complete the workshop setup. Very pleased with solution and delivery. Will be using Elite Racking again.

    Jason Clarke
    Managing Director
    Teltherm

  • Elite Racking recently completed the design, supply and install of pallet racking into our brand new warehouse in Wiri and we couldn’t be happier. From the offset, they listened to our needs, designed a solution tailored to our specific freight profile, and managed the whole installation process, allowing us to remain focused on our day to day business. The quality of the racking is excellent, the installation laser perfect and the project came in on budget – I highly recommend Gavin, Zach and the team at Elite Racking.

    Jason Tredgett
    General Manager
    TSS Sensitive Freight

  • We recently used Elite Racking for a complete pallet racking solution, and I'm impressed. Elite provided a full turnkey service – from consulting and design through to supply, delivery, and installation. The entire project was completed on time and on budget. Their team was friendly and professional throughout. Their solution is working well for us.

    Max Divers
    Managing Director
    Divers Group

  • Very impressed with professionalism, good advice, great speed of service, came in on time and to budget. Well worth dealing with Elite, highly recommend

    Chris Barnes
    Site Operations Manager
    Nutrimetics

  • We had a fantastic experience with Elite Racking. Their team was incredibly supportive, professional, helpful, and accommodating from start to finish. They took the time to understand exactly what we needed and provided expert advice tailored to our requirements. Communication was clear and efficient throughout, and they delivered everything on time and with great attention to detail. On top of their excellent service, their pricing was very competitive—great value for the quality and support they provide. It's clear they genuinely care about their clients and take pride in their work. Highly recommended!

    May Visethsinh
    Customer Services & Warehouse Supervisor
    Bonson Packaging

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Two pallets deep from one aisle (front and rear). LIFO. Suits bulk SKUs with moderate rotation and boosts capacity in the same footprint.

  • Pantograph reach or telescopic forks are typical. We confirm aisles, masts, and clearances for your fleet.

  • Usually lower cost per pallet position due to higher density. Final pricing depends on height, beam levels, loads, seismic design, and accessories.

  • We set beam spans and clearances to your pallet size and choose aisle widths to balance throughput and capacity.

  • Yes. Phased zones with barriers, after-hours/weekends, or a planned full closure if faster/safer.

  • Often yes. We manage consent and provide PS1/PS4, RAMS, seismic/floor checks, and load signage.

  • Yes, subject to availability and your loads, with updated signage and any required safety replacements.