Rack Supported Mezzanine

Structural or rack-supported mezzanines are elevated platforms or additional floors constructed within a warehouse or industrial space to increase usable floor area for storage or operational purposes. Here's a breakdown:

Structural Mezzanine:

Stand-Alone Structure: A structural mezzanine is a freestanding platform supported by columns or structural supports, independent of the existing building structure. It doesn’t rely on existing racks for support.

Customizable Design: It can be customized in terms of size, height, and layout to meet specific storage or operational needs. It offers flexibility in layout and can accommodate various uses such as storage, office space, or manufacturing.

Strength and Durability: Structural mezzanines are engineered for heavy loads and are typically constructed using steel beams, columns, and decking materials to ensure strength and durability.

Higher Initial Investment: Due to their standalone design and the need for additional structural support, structural mezzanines may involve a higher initial investment compared to rack-supported mezzanines.

Rack-Supported Mezzanine:

Integrated with Racking System: Rack-supported mezzanines utilize the existing pallet racking as support structures for the elevated platform. The mezzanine flooring is installed on top of the racks.

Optimizes Space: By using the existing rack structure as a base for the mezzanine, it maximizes vertical space and utilizes the available height within the warehouse.

Cost-Efficient: Rack-supported mezzanines are often more cost-effective than structural mezzanines since they use the existing rack structure for support, reducing the need for additional columns or supports.

Load Consideration: Load capacities of the mezzanine are determined by the load-bearing capacity of the underlying racking system. It's crucial to consider load factors and weight distribution.

Both structural and rack-supported mezzanines offer efficient ways to optimize space within a warehouse or industrial setting. The choice between them depends on factors such as load requirements, available space, initial investment, and customization needs.