FOB: Oregon Warehouse
Stocked Color - Orange
Material Flow 5" x 144" Teardrop Storage Rack Beams – Strong, Compatible & Volume Discounted
Engineered for strength and versatility, the 5" x 144" Teardrop Storage Rack Beams from Material Flow are built to meet the demands of modern warehouses. Constructed from high-grade steel with a 2" vertical adjustment step beam design, these beams are compatible with most teardrop-style uprights on the market.
Each beam includes removable safety load clips and is finished in high-visibility orange for warehouse efficiency. Whether you're building a new rack system or expanding an existing one, these beams support crossbars, wood stringers, or wire decking with ease.
Material Flow also offers custom racking solutions and volume discounts—the more you buy, the more you save.
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Brand: Material Flow
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Beam Dimensions: 5" height x 144" length
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Design: Teardrop (most widely used in U.S.)
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Adjustment: 2" vertical centers
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Construction: High-grade steel
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Finish: Orange (stocked color)
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Seismic Plates: 5" x 7" x 3/8" standard
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Safety: Removable safety load clips on both ends
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Compatibility: Fits most teardrop rack systems
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Accessories Supported: Crossbars, wood stringers, wire decking
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Customization: Custom height/depth frames available
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Shipping: Quick shipment on most common sizes
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Volume Discounts:
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1,000–2,999 units: 5% off
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3,000–4,999 units: 7% off
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5,000–9,999 units: 10% off
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10,000+: Contact Material Flow for pricing
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- Note: Upright frame capacities are based on 42" maximum vertical beam spacing.
How to Select the Right Pallet Rack – A Step-by-Step Guide from Material Flow
Choosing the right pallet rack system is critical for safety, storage efficiency, and smooth warehouse operations. Follow these four simple steps to select the correct setup for your facility:
1. Frame Capacity
Calculate the total weight of all pallets stored in each bay (excluding any pallets placed on the floor). This determines the necessary frame strength to support your load safely.
2. Height Requirements
Measure the full vertical space you’ll need:
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Height of pallet + height of the pallet load
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Add beam height
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Add 4" clearance between the top of the load and the beam above
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Ensure the top beam is 6" lower than your forklift’s maximum lifting height
3. Depth of Frame
To support proper overhang and clearance:
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Use a frame depth 6" less than your pallet depth
(For example, for 48" pallets, use 42" deep frames) -
Allow 3" overhang in the front and back
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Ensure pallets are in good condition for safe stacking
4. Beam Width
Determine the correct beam length by measuring:
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The width of each pallet
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Add 3" clearance between pallet and frame
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Add 4" clearance between adjacent pallets
Each pair of beams must support the total weight per level. Add-on sections need one extra frame and the necessary number of beam pairs.
At Material Flow, we don’t just sell steel—we help you build smarter storage systems tailored to your operation.
