Teardrop Pallet Rack
Industry-standard teardrop column with boltless beam connections — fast to install, easy to reconfigure and compatible with common North American rack.
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North American Rack Manufacturer
Leading the Storage Rack Industry for More Than 80 Years
From 100% selective pallet rack to high-density storage systems, Ridg-U-Rak Storage Systems Inc. designs, rolls, welds and certifies every system in-house in North East, Pennsylvania — giving warehouse operators, 3PLs and material handling dealers in the United States and Canada one accountable source from engineering drawing to installed rack.
80+
Years Manufacturing Rack
3×
RMI R-Mark Certified
CSA
W47.1 Div. 3 Welding
100%
American Steel
Product Catalog
Storage Rack Systems for Every Warehouse
Selective, high-density and specialized storage rack engineered to ANSI MH16.1 and the seismic demands of North American building codes.
Slotted Pallet Rack
The famous original 6-bend slotted column delivers high capacity per pound of steel for durable, long-life selective storage.
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Structural Pallet Rack
Hot-rolled structural steel with slotted or bolted connections for freezers, high-traffic aisles and heavy loads.
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Drive-In Storage Rack
Store product on continuous rails up to nine pallets deep — ideal for cold storage and large lots of the same SKU.
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Push Back Rack
Nested cart systems store pallets up to five deep while keeping each lane accessible from a single aisle.
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Gravity Flow Rack
Pallets roll to the discharge end for true first-in, first-out rotation of date-sensitive food and beverage inventory.
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Very Narrow Aisle
100% selective, high-density rack with narrow aisles that maximizes cubic storage for turret and wire-guided trucks.
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Double Deep Rack
Two rows of selective rack placed two positions deep to cut aisle count and boost storage density with reach trucks.
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Pick Module Systems
Multi-level order picking and packing structures that speed e-commerce fulfillment in distribution centers.
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Cantilever Rack
Unobstructed front access for lumber, pipe, carpet and other long materials in building supply yards.
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Base Isolation System
The Pellegrino seismic solution isolates storage rack from ground motion to protect product in high-risk seismic zones.
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RAMGuard
Superior upright protection with a patented Rubber Armored Metal design that absorbs forklift impacts.
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Which Rack System Fits Your Operation?
A quick engineering comparison our sales managers use with U.S. and Canadian buyers before a layout is drawn.
| Rack System | Pallet Access | Storage Depth | Inventory Flow | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selective (Teardrop / Slotted / Structural) | 100% Selective | 1 pallet | Any | High SKU counts, general distribution, 3PL |
| Very Narrow Aisle | 100% Selective | 1 pallet | Any | Maximum density with turret or wire-guided trucks |
| Double Deep | 50% Selective | 2 pallets | LIFO | Medium-turn SKUs with 2+ pallets each |
| Push Back | Lane Level | Up to 5 pallets | LIFO | Multiple pallets per SKU, faster than drive-in |
| Drive-In | Lane Level | Up to 9 pallets | LIFO | Cold storage, bulk lots of one SKU |
| Gravity Flow | Lane Level | Multiple pallets | FIFO | Date-coded food, beverage and pharma |
Final capacity, beam size and anchoring depend on load profile, clear height, lift equipment and local seismic design category. Every Ridg-U-Rak system is engineered per ANSI MH16.1 for its specific site.
How to Buy
Four Ways to Get Your Rack Project Moving
Step 01
Stocking Locations
Distributors in MN, NY, NJ, PA, IN and Puerto Rico keep Ridg-U-Rak components in stock for quick-ship orders.
Find Stock
Step 02
Find a Distributor
Authorized dealers across North America provide local layout, permitting support and service.
Locate a Dealer
Step 03
Contact Sales
Work directly with a regional sales manager or our national sales office on large or multi-site projects.
Sales Territories
Step 04
Send Your Specs
Share loads, dimensions and clear height — our engineers will help you build the right system.
Submit Specs
Engineering Support
Do You Know Your Seismic Risk?
Seismic zones are critical to rack specifications. From California and the Pacific Northwest to British Columbia and Quebec, the seismic design category at your site changes frame bracing, base plates and anchoring.
- Rack design aligned with IBC / ASCE 7 in the U.S. and NBC requirements in Canada
- Pellegrino Seismic Base Isolation proven in a Napa Valley winery after the 2014 earthquake
- Stamped calculations available for permit submittals
Expertise & Compliance
Engineered, Welded & Certified In-House
Why procurement teams, safety managers and structural engineers across North America specify Ridg-U-Rak.
RMI R-Mark Certified
The first rack manufacturer to achieve the new RMI R-Mark certifications for Manufacturer, System and Installation — independent proof that load ratings follow ANSI MH16.1.
Ready for Canada
Certified in Division 3 of CSA Standard W47.1 for fusion welding of steel through the Canadian Welding Bureau, effective September 2024.
AWS Certified Welders
Veteran craftsmen — many with decades on our floor — fabricate frames and beams with controlled welding procedures.
Application Engineering
Site-specific designs consider load profile, lift equipment, clear height, fire code flue spaces and seismic category.
Installation Services
RMI-certified installation practices ensure the rack performs as engineered from day one.
Accessories & Options
Row spacers, crossbars, decking, column guards, beam locks and frame options to complete a compliant system.
Verified by the Rack Manufacturers Institute
Ask any competitor for all three seals. Ridg-U-Rak holds Manufacturer, System and Installation certification.
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Certification
First Rack Manufacturer to Achieve New RMI R-Mark Certifications
Ridg-U-Rak received the new RMI R-Mark certifications for Manufacturer, System and Installation after RMI updated its requirements with critical design and manufacturing responsibilities.
CSA
W47.1
W47.1
Canada
Ridg-U-Rak Achieves CSA W47.1 Certification Through the CWB
Ridg-U-Rak has been certified in Division 3 of CSA Standard W47.1 “Certification of Companies for Fusion Welding of Steel,” effective September 3, 2024 — supporting Canadian projects.
Leadership
Michael Hecker Appointed National Sales & Marketing Manager
Michael Hecker, MBA, PMP, brings extensive leadership and project management experience to strengthen our distributor network across North America.
Project Profile
Seismic Isolators Installed in California Winery
After the 2014 West Napa Fault earthquake caused over $300 million in damage, HALL Wines selected the Pellegrino Seismic Base Isolation System to protect barrel storage.
Application
Pick Module Rack System Expedites Order Fulfillment
Cost-effective pick modules move pallet loads through the system before breaking into cartons, cutting travel and labor in high-volume DCs.
Virtual Showroom
Animations Show How Rack Systems Function
Our Virtual Showroom explains selective, double deep, VNA, flow, push back, drive-in and cantilever systems with typical applications.
Events & Outreach
Material Handling Trade Shows
Meet our engineering and sales team at North American supply chain and warehouse industry events.
Distributor Training
Product, seismic and installation training for authorized dealers in the U.S. and Canada.
Plant Visits
See roll-forming, welding and finishing lines at our North East, Pennsylvania facility.
Request the current event schedule at [email protected].
FAQ
Pallet Rack Questions from North American Buyers
Are Ridg-U-Rak pallet racks made in the USA?
Yes. Ridg-U-Rak Storage Systems Inc. engineers and manufactures its storage rack with American steel at its North East, Pennsylvania facility and supplies projects across the United States, Canada and North America.
What does RMI R-Mark certification mean for a buyer?
The RMI R-Mark is an independent program of the Rack Manufacturers Institute confirming that rack design and load ratings follow ANSI MH16.1. Ridg-U-Rak was the first rack manufacturer to achieve the new R-Mark certifications for Manufacturer, System and Installation.
Can you supply pallet rack for projects in Canada?
Yes. Ridg-U-Rak holds certification in Division 3 of CSA Standard W47.1 for fusion welding of steel through the Canadian Welding Bureau, effective September 2024, supporting Canadian project and permitting requirements.
How do seismic zones affect rack specifications?
Seismic design category, soil site class and rack height drive frame bracing, base plate and anchoring design. In high-risk regions the Pellegrino Seismic Base Isolation System can reduce seismic forces transferred to the rack and stored product.
How can I get pallet rack quickly?
Ridg-U-Rak quick-ship stocking distributors in Minnesota, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Indiana and Puerto Rico keep common components in inventory for fast delivery.
Teardrop vs. structural pallet rack — which should I choose?
Teardrop rack uses roll-formed columns with boltless beam connections for fast, flexible installation. Structural rack uses hot-rolled steel channel with slotted or bolted connections for higher impact resistance in high-traffic, freezer or heavy-load applications.