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- You have a tight budget. It is your choice. Wood decking is usually cheaper than metal decking<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You use storage containers<\/a> with protruding legs. Using such one, you need to have a level surface. Wooden decking is a great option since it provides solid support for these point loads, preventing damage to both the decking and stored items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You need to order quickly, set up, and expand the range of use after some time. Wooden planks can be made to fit specific rack systems<\/a>, so they can be used for a wider range of storage needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Wire Mesh Decking: Set of Advantages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wire mesh decking has become popular thanks to several key factors:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Mesh decks<\/a> resist warping, cracking, or splintering. This makes them optimal for heavy-duty storage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Wire mesh decking has gained popularity largely due to its compliance with regulations and local fire code standards. Its non-combustible nature and ability to enhance sprinkler coverage during a fire make wire mesh decking a preferred choice, meeting key safety standards set by OSHA and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Many jurisdictions are increasingly requiring wire decks to meet fire code standards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The open structure minimizes dust buildup and makes cleaning easier. Nowadays, wire mesh decking is the default choice in many warehouses. Pallet rack<\/a> wire decking increases the safety and versatility of your pallet rack system by allowing you to store more than just standard pallets. Bins, boxes, and other products are commonly stored on wire decking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- There are options to choose from: solid steel decking, punched deck, or just pallet supports<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nRegulatory Standards and Safety Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Every storage facility, and company must follow strict regulations and standards. Failure to do so can lead to unsafe situations and heavy fines. You have to make sure that your workers, loads, and your racks are safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
OSHA 1910.176(b)<\/a> requires management to take all necessary steps to protect workers, verify that decking meets OSHA\u2019s recommendations for load limits, and conduct regular inspections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To verify that your decking has the correct load limits and has been manufactured under the regulations, you should be guided by other standards. One of them is ANSI MH26.2-2023: Design, Fabrication, Testing, and Use of Welded Wire Mesh Decking<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cStorage rack decking is placed on beams of industrial steel storage racks to create a surface on which to place materials that can be on pallets, in containers, or in some other form. This standard applies to uniformly loaded storage rack decking applications, as well as various concentrated and partially distributed loading conditions common to storage rack applications. Storage rack decking can be fabricated from welded-wire mesh with permanently attached reinforcements, metal bar grating, composite engineered wood, corrugated metal, perforated sheet metal, or other materials that meet the performance requirements for use in storage racks<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Why we are talking mostly about wire mesh decking right now? In 2002, the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA<\/a>) revised its standards to require rack shelves larger than 20 square feet<\/strong> to be of \u201cmaterials more than 50% open\u201d or to have an in-rack sprinkler system. So, to meet these NFPA pallet storage safety requirements, open mesh decks<\/a> are a suitable option. They allow free airflow, which can help prevent heat buildup and reduce the risk of fire.<\/p>\n\n\n
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- You use storage containers<\/a> with protruding legs. Using such one, you need to have a level surface. Wooden decking is a great option since it provides solid support for these point loads, preventing damage to both the decking and stored items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n