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Barrel Beam – A structural angle that is welded to a beam, which prevents cylinder-shaped objects from rolling off.
 
Cantilever – A horizontally projecting structure that is supported at one end and carries a load along its length.
 
Clear Aisle – A term that refers to the area from rack to rack in a storage area, subtracting any pallet or load overhang.
 
Clear Stacking Height – Available vertical storage space.
 
Deck – A roofless platform that is connected to at least two sides of a storage rack. The deck is the surface upon which the products are placed.
 
Dedicated Aisle – An aisle in a warehouse that serves one function only, which could be either storage or order selection.
 
Double Deep – Refers to pallets that are stored two deep, one behind the other. This stacking arrangement allows access to the pallets only from the front position and is suitable for high volume-low variation applications.
 
First-In First-Out (FIFO) – A product rotation method in which the first and oldest product is picked first.
 
First-In Last-Out (FILO) – A storage system in which the first and oldest product is picked last, allowing for minimal selectivity.
 
First-In, Still Here Somewhere (FISHS) – Inventory that has been lost or buried.
 
Fork Bar Spacers – Items that provide clearance between beams and loads, providing a means for entry of forklifts.
 
Forklift (http://www.fork-lift-trucks.net) – A small industrial vehicle with two elongated prongs used for lifting and transporting cargo.
 
Insert Plates – Heavy plates that are welded inside flanges of uprights, adding capacity and strength.
 
Mezzanine (http://www.mezzanines.bz) – Floorings elevated above the main floor, creating storage both under the mezzanine and on it.
 
Pallet – A movable platform that is used to move and store cargo. Pallets are commonly made of wood or plastic (http://www.plastic-pallets.net).
 
Post Guard – A device used to protect uprights from damage due to impact.
 
Stacker – A small rolling device with elongated forks, similar to a forklift, that is used to move products and cargo. Some varieties of stackers feature mechanical lifts, while others are manual.
 
Storage Aisle – An aisle in which loads are stacked or materials are picked.
 
Wall Tie – A device that maintains distance between upright rack posts and the walls. Wall ties also increase stability.