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Pallet Rack Damage from Forklifts

Pallet rack damage often occurs due to forklift impacts and can be found primarily on the bottom portion of the front column of the pallet rack frame. Additionally, damage may be observed on horizontal and diagonal struts. As a leading rack repair solution provider in North America, Damotech specializes in addressing all types of rack damage, regardless of of whether is is structural or cold-formed, or the original equipment manufacturer (OEM).

Best-in-Class Pallet Rack Repair Kits

Our extensive network of dealers and installers allows us to visit your warehouse facility and guide you in selecting the best repair product for your specific needs. All Damotech products are designed, engineered, and manufactured in North America, meeting the highest safety standards set by organizations such as OSHA and RMI. By using Damotech pallet rack repair kits, you can ensure the safety and longevity of your warehouse storage system.

Benefits of Damotech Rack Repair Kits

Fast Installation

Our Kits are usually installed in 30-45 minutes. Swift and safe, the DAMO EASY LIFT greatly facilitates the installation of repair kits by supporting the rack during the repair.

Cost-Efficient Solution

Our repair kits stop the endless cycle of upright replacement caused by forklift damage. They are designed to protect from future impact so you don't have to spend money on replacing your uprights over and over again.

North American Repair Network

Whether you are in California, Texas, Illinois or Ontario, we have experts across North America ready to visit your warehouse. All our installers are certified yearly.

Less Unloading of Inventory

There is generally no need to unload the merchandise stored in the racks, minimizing the disruption of your warehouse operations. Replacing racks will require unloading, dismantling, installing new uprights, and re-loading merchandise.

Repair Kit Acts as Protection

Repair Kits are made from heavy-duty steel and are much more resistant to frontal and lateral impacts than original cold-formed racks. Repair Kits significantly reduce the chance of future forklift damage, promoting a safer work environment.

Restores Original Load Capacities

Damotech's engineered rack repair kits fully restore your racks' load capacities and replicate the original brace design configuration so that structural behaviors are maintained.

Sustainable Approach

Because most of the damaged uprights are re-used during repair, there is less waste. Only the damaged portion of your upright is removed and replaced with an engineered rack repair kit.

The Largest Rack Repair Company

Damotech is the largest repair company in the U.S. and Canada. Our 35+ years of experience translates to proven solutions and reliable repairs for your warehouse racking needs.

Best Warranty in the Business

Get peace of mind knowing your Damotech repair kit is backed by a comprehensive warranty. Our DAMO PRO even comes with a lifetime warranty against impact.

Works on All Types of Racks

Damotech kits are custom-designed to be compatible with a wide range of pallet rack systems from any manufacturer, ensuring a perfect fit for your warehouse.

Seismic Zone Support

Customizable kits will be engineered to withstand your region's specific seismic requirements. Damotech engineers will ensure that the footplates, anchors, and repair kits support local requirements.

No On-site Welding Required

The bolt-on design allows for fast and easy installation without needing onsite welding or hot permits, minimizing downtime.

Best-in-Class Quality

Rigorous quality control processes guarantee the highest-quality materials, assembly, and welding for exceptional durability. Robot welding and powder-coat painting also ensure exceptional durability, performance, and aesthetics.

Industry-Leading Manufacturing Speed

Damotech's state-of-the-art facility ensures the fastest production times in the industry, minimizing wait times for your repairs.

Best-in-class Customer Service

Damotech prioritizes building relationships and fosters a positive company culture with strong values. It ensures you receive friendly, helpful service with a smile. Our experts will answer your questions, address your concerns, and guide you through the repair process.

Rack Repair Kits

Damo Pro used

Lifetime Warranty against impact damage

Our DAMO PRO rack repair kits are robust and permanent, utilizing high-quality powder-coated paint for durability, and boasting the best welding standards in the industry. They come with built-in protection against impact and a lifetime warranty, offering you true peace of mind. OEM replacement ladders or components risk getting hit and damaged again the minute they are installed. DAMO FLEX and DAMO BRACE come with a 10-year manufacturer warranty.

Close up on a Damo Pro rack repair kit

Pallet Rack Repair Kits vs. OEM Rack Replacement?

When faced with a damaged rack upright, one can choose to repair the damaged part or replace the entire upright. Pallet rack repair kits are a better solution as they are more cost-effective, quicker to ship, and easier to install (they usually require no unloading.)

Damotech's engineered rack repair kits are built-to-measure and fit on any rack from any manufacturer in the United States or Canada. They follow the original configuration of the rack, maintain its load capacity, and offer protection against future damage.

Rack Column Repair vs. Replacement Rack Brace Repair vs. Replacement

Before/after of a damaged pallet racking repaired with a Damo Pro (DBRS)

Less Warehouse Downtime

Lead time on pallet rack repair kits is much shorter than ordering replacement parts from a rack manufacturer (OEM), which can take several months to arrive. A Damotech rack repair kit requires minimal to no unloading of pallets. A replacement, on the other hand, requires you to unload stored merchandise, momentarily store it elsewhere, dismantle the afflicted rack, un-clip and remove all the beams, install the new upright and beams, and re-load your pallets.

Rack Repair Kits in 5 Easy Steps

Rack Repair Kits built to the highest engineering standards

Damotech is an Associate Member of RMI, the Rack Manufacturer's Institute. This MHI group of 35 leading suppliers of industrial steel storage racks and related systems is collectively committed to the safety, innovation, and continuous improvement of rack design. Purchasing from RMI member companies ensures you get products engineered to hold up to the industry’s highest standards, including OSHA's.

Pallet Rack Repair Frequently Asked Questions

How will I know when my pallet racks need to be repaired?

Regular inspections are essential for maintaining the integrity and safety of your warehouse racking. To learn more about performing rack inspections, read our article on How to Identify and Assess Pallet Rack Damage.

For more detailed guidance on when to perform rack safety inspections, refer to our article When to Inspect Warehouse Pallet Racks?

A third-party rack inspection is recommended on a yearly basis.

I have damaged uprights or columns. What should I do?

As racks get damaged, they may lose load capacity and compromise the rest of the system. We recommended you contact Damotech so we can arrange for one of our experts to survey the damage and offer a solution.

Don't Wait to Address Rack Damage:

Take Immediate Action: If you discover damage to your racking system, take steps to prevent injuries right away: isolate the affected area, unload if possible/needed, and stop using it.
Contact a Professional Rack Repair Company: Contact a qualified professional to assess the damage. They'll determine if repairs or complete replacements are necessary.

As a manager or owner, you are liable for keeping your warehouse safe for your employees at all times!

Is repairing a pallet rack upright cheaper than replacing it?

YES! Although the cost of an upright replacement and a repair kit can be somewhat similar, once the values of time, safety, ease of installation and built-in prevention are taken into account, the value proposition of a engineered pallet rack repair kit becomes very clear. Plus, the replacement of an upright is ripe for being damaged again as soon as it is installed. By comparison, our permanent repair kits come with a lifetime warranty. Install it and forget it! See our infographics on rack column repair kits and rack brace repair kits.

Will your install crew be disruptive to my warehouse operations while installing the rack repair kits?

One of the great advantages to using Damotech is the ease of install. Damotech has developed a patented installation method, using a dedicated lifting device that allows the repairs to take place with minimal to no unloading of your racks. Imagine the convenience of not having to move merchandise from aisle to aisle just to clear some bays, as you would do when doing an upright replacement. Using the DAMO EASY LIFT during installation is a huge time saver, which helps improve productivity by minimizing downtime. Learn how rack repair works!

How long does it take to manufacture a Damotech rack repair kit?

By building a new state-of-the-art facility and optimizing our production, we've significantly improved our lead time. We aim to have your custom unit ready to ship in a matter of weeks. Stock items usually ship even faster. Contact us to get a lead-time for your facility.

After installing a Damotech pallet rack repair kit, will my rack hold the same load capacity?

Yes, our repair solutions respect the original configuration of the rack and maintain their original load capacity. If you have doubts, talk to one of our engineers or experts.

I have several types of pallet racks in my warehouse. Can you repair them all? From any rack manufacturer (OEM)?

Over the last 35 years, Damotech has developed the expertise to repair any type of rack, even racks that are no longer manufactured. We have yet to meet a type of pallet rack that has left us stumped but we are always ready for the challenge!

Our rack repair products can repair racks, including those from the following manufacturers:

Arcan Manufacturing
BeamLock
Centennial
Cubic
Dexion
Federal steel
Frazier Industrial Co.
Hartman
Hiline
Husky Rack & Wire

Interlake Mecalux
Kingway
Mastorack
Maxierack
Pacific
Palmer Shile
Paltier
Penco
Rapid Rack
Redirack (Canada)

Republic Storage Systems
Ridg-U-Rak
Speedrack
Steel King
Sturdibuilt
SuperRack
Triple A
Unarco
USP
Web Press Steel

What are the advantages and disadvantages of pallet rack repair kits?

Thankfully, their are many advantages to Damotech rack repair kits. This is why Damotech has thrived for over 35 years as the leading rack repair company in North America.

Rack repair kit advantages:

Minimal disruption to operations during installation.
Shorter lead-time, facilitating quicker repairs.
Sound environmental choice as most of the upright is reused, minimizing metal waste.
Simplified installation process, reducing labor requirements versus replacement with OEM parts.
Eliminates the need for unloading in most situations, saving time and effort.
Maintains the upright strength and load bearing capacity.
Requires less space for storage of pallets during installation, optimizing workspace efficiency.
Because it uses heavy-gage steel, it prevents future damage from occurring on the same upright location.
Our kits use heavy Hilti screw-anchors which are stronger than wedge anchors usually used in pallet racking installation and may prevent concrete slab damage.
Various base plate configurations are available, even for seismic footplates
May remove requirement to disengage sprinkler systems or electrical wiring going through the top of a rack frame.
Represents a more cost-effective solution compared to replacement as OEM parts may need to be replaced again and again if more impacts from forklifts occur.

Please keep in mind:

Our repair kits MUST BE INSTALLED by certified installers trained by Damotech.
Most kits are custom built, so someone must visit your facility to take proper measurements.
In some specific cases, a Damotech rack safety expert may recommend purchasing and OEM frame instead of repairing.

Despite these considerations, the numerous benefits of pallet rack repair kits, including efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and minimization of operational disruption, underscore their value in rack maintenance and longevity.

How do I set-up a proper rack maintenance program for my warehouse?

Drawing from over 35 years of industry expertise, Damotech specializes in warehouse and distribution center maintenance. Our step-by-step process streamlines operations, making maintenance and safety effortless for companies of any size. Dive into our guide to uncover actionable principles for effective warehouse maintenance. Want Damotech to handle the entire process? Learn about our DAMO CARE subscription service.

Rack Safety Flywheel

Take your rack safety to the next level

Introducing the Rack Safety Flywheel by Damotech! With over 35 years of industry experience, we've condensed our wealth of knowledge into this powerful tool designed to keep your warehouse operations running smoothly and securely. Our Flywheel breaks down safety principles into easy-to-follow courses of action, giving you the peace of mind of a comprehensive safety program.

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