Who Manufactures Your Warehouse Racking and Why It Matters
In warehouse operations, not all pallet racking is created equal, and not all of it is clearly labeled. Legacy installations, inherited systems from acquisitions, and multi-vendor layouts can make identifying the racking’s original manufacturer challenging, yet knowing the manufacturer of your rack is critical for part replacements and repairs.
We’ve included a pallet rack identification chart to help you visually compare North America’s most common (and less common) pallet rack systems and manufacturers. Whether upgrading or replacing components, recognizing your rack type prevents costly mismatches and potential safety hazards.
Most Common Pallet Rack Manufacturers
Which Rack Brand Do You Own?
Pallet rack systems may look similar, but each manufacturer builds in unique features.
It’s important to distinguish between rack style and rack brand. For example, teardrop racking, easily identified by its rounded tear-shaped punch holes, is widely used across North America. Brands like Interlake Mecalux, Ridg-U-Rak, Speedrack, Steel King, Hannibal, and Husky pallet racking each manufacture variants of this style, and many are not cross-compatible, especially regarding beam hardware.
On the other hand, structural pallet racking uses hot-rolled C-channel steel with bolted connections. It offers superior rigidity but requires more planning to modify or replace.
Still not sure what you’re working with? Damotech can repair it regardless of brand, age, or style.
Why Identifying Rack Manufacturers Is Hard
Identifying your racking brand sounds simple—but it’s not. Here’s why:
- Missing ID plates are common.
- Inherited systems from previous tenants or expansions add mystery.
- Discontinued brands, like Triple A, Frick Gallagher, and Artco, are no longer made.
- Mixed inventories often include Interlake pallet racks, Frazier racking, and custom-built racks.
- Lookalike punch patterns can differ in spacing, gauge, and clip style.
Even if you think you’ve identified a rack, using the wrong part can cause misalignment—or worse, a safety hazard.
That’s why Damotech doesn’t rely on identification labels. We rely on precise measurements and engineered solutions.
Damotech Doesn’t Rely on Rack Brand Alone
When rack damage happens, knowing the brand isn’t required.
Our process starts with the damaged upright. Damotech’s experts measure the column, evaluate the damage, and analyze how loads are distributed. We then design a repair solution that matches or exceeds the original structural integrity.
Every kit is made-to-measure, bolt-on (no welding), and typically installed in under an hour. It is backed by ANSI and OSHA compliance and often includes a lifetime warranty. Replace only what’s damaged—stay safe, stay efficient.
Are you unsure whether to repair or replace a damaged upright? Use our calculator to see your 10-year return on investment (ROI) when repairing damaged uprights with Damotech kits versus replacing them with new OEM uprights.
Identifying Upright Punch Styles on Pallet Rack Columns
Pallet rack uprights are punched with holes—called punch patterns—that allow beams to connect to the columns. While these holes vary in size, shape, and spacing between manufacturers, three punch types dominate most rack systems in North America:
- Teardrop: The most common clip-in style, known for its rounded, droplet-shaped holes. Popular among Interlake, Husky Rack & Wire, and Ridg-U-Rak systems.
- Rectangular or Square: These are found in Redirack, Republic, and other bolt-in systems. The holes are evenly spaced for secure bolted connections.
- Slotted or Keyhole: A mix of round and oblong openings—often seen in Speedrack or older Rapid Rack designs.
These punch styles allow for fast installation and modular reconfiguration, especially in roll-formed systems. Structural racking, by contrast, uses bolted hardware and C-channel steel, offering higher impact resistance but requiring more effort to modify.
Preview: Can You Identify These Pallet Rack Uprights?
Here’s a quick look at four common OEM rack columns.
Can you recognize yours? No worries if you don’t. Download the complete Pallet Rack Identification Guide and scroll through the full visual chart of 40+ OEM rack styles.
Damotech Repairs Any Rack.
Rack Brand Unknown? No Problem.
No identification label? No problem. Damotech custom engineers repair kits for every system, from standard teardrop designs to obscure or discontinued profiles.
Even when your racking system lacks identification labels or documentation, Damotech restores it safely and to full compliance. We don’t depend on OEM part numbers or compatibility guesses. Our engineers inspect the damage, take precise measurements, and build repair kits that match your upright, restoring capacity without warehouse disruption.
Damotech has repaired virtually every rack style in use today, from structural C-channels to roll-formed uprights. Each kit is engineered to match the original load capacity, comply with ANSI MH16.1, and install quickly with minimal to no unloading.
If the manufacturer can’t be identified, we can still repair it. That’s what we do.
Damotech Repairs These Rack Brands—and More
We repair every major rack type in North America. Below are just a few, grouped by style:
Teardrop Racks
- Interlake, Unarco, Ridg-U-Rak, Husky, Speedrack
Each manufacturer designs its own variation of these punch patterns. Damotech’s custom repair kits fit every style—there is no guessing or mismatching.
Bolt-In / Rectangular Punch Racks
- Redirack, Konstant, Republic, Rapid Rack, Pedler (Maxi Rack)
Square or rectangular punch-outs differ in spacing and beam fit. Damotech measures your damaged upright and custom engineers a solution that matches the original load capacity—no sourcing of obsolete hardware needed.
Structural & C-Channel Racks
- Frazier, Frick Gallagher, Sturdi-Bilt
Built with hot-rolled C-channel steel, these are strong but hard to modify. Damotech repairs restore their structural integrity, without complete replacement or downtime.
Discontinued Racking Systems (or Unknown)
- Triple A, Artco, M-I (D’Altrui), Custom Fabrications, Paltier, Hiline, Amerlock, Mirack, Webb Lock, Palmer Shile
No manufacturer? Not a concern. We engineer safe, compliant repairs for most pallet rack systems.
Have damaged pallet racks in your warehouse?
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The Damotech Process: From Rack Damage to Certified Repairs
Here’s how we turn damaged racks into safe, code-compliant systems:
- On-site rack damage assessment and measurements
- Structural analysis of uprights and damage
- Custom repair kit design
- Fast, certified installation
- ANSI & OSHA compliance guaranteed
✔ All without unloading your racks. Safer, faster, and far more cost-effective than full rack replacement. Take a short quiz to find out how safe your warehouse is.
Still Can’t Identify Your Rack’s Manufacturer?
That’s where Damotech can help.
Even if your rack is bent or unknown, Damotech can repair it. We’ve assessed and repaired tens of thousands of pallet racks. We don’t rely on identification labels. We rely on engineering.
Our repairs are certified, load-bearing, and more cost-effective than OEM replacement or part matching. Unidentifiable doesn’t mean unrepairable, not for us.
📌 Case in Point: One national chain saved over $10 million annually in maintenance costs by repairing thousands of rack uprights with Damotech—no OEM was needed.
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Don’t risk mismatched parts or wait months for OEM replacements. Choose the faster, safer path.
- Avoid compatibility mistakes
- Skip manufacturer delays
- Stop overpaying for full replacements
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rack Manufacturers
Which pallet racking brands are no longer being manufactured?
Some pallet rack brands have been discontinued, making it harder to find replacement components. Examples include:
- Paltier
- Hiline
- Amerlock
- Mirack
- Frick Gallagher
- Webb Lock
- Palmer Shile
If your warehouse racking includes any of these names or rack systems without labels that look unfamiliar, you may be working with a legacy or unsupported rack brand. Fortunately, Damotech specializes in repairing all rack systems, even those that are no longer made.
Can I mix pallet racking brands or beam types?
What should I do if my pallet rack brand is no longer manufactures?
Do I need to replace a whole upright if it’s damaged?
What’s the difference between roll-formed and structural pallet racking?
