Flow Racks

Gravity-fed and powered flow racks designed for efficient first-in-first-out material management, production line feeding, and just-in-time inventory systems. From carton and bin racks to pallet and specialty systems, our flow solutions optimize material handling and production efficiency.

Flow Rack Solutions

Eight gravity-fed and powered flow rack categories — from carton and bin lanes to pallet-scale heavy-duty systems and supermarket kanban. Each system uses precision T-slot aluminum profiles for tool-free reconfiguration and long service life.

Carton Flow Racks

Carton Flow Racks

Gravity-fed inclined lanes for smooth FIFO carton delivery to production and distribution pick faces. Ten sub-configurations from gravity and FIFO to pick module and e-commerce systems.

Bin Flow Racks

Bin Flow Racks

Modular bin and tote gravity lanes for small-parts FIFO storage and line-side kitting. Adjustable dividers and lane widths for mixed bin and tote sizes in a single bay.

Kitting & Assembly Flow Racks

Kitting & Assembly

Specialized flow racks for kit assembly, component grouping, and sequenced material presentation. Workstation-integrated frames with BOM-organized lane layouts for assembly operations.

Pallet & Heavy-Duty Flow Racks

Pallet & Heavy-Duty

Heavy-load roller flow lanes for full pallet FIFO rotation, large component staging, and high-weight material flow where standard carton systems are undersized.

Mobile Flow Racks

Mobile Flow Racks

Wheeled flow rack systems for tugger train delivery and line-side flexibility. Pre-load at the warehouse supermarket, roll to the production line, swap at model changeover.

Supermarket & Kanban Flow Racks

Supermarket & Kanban

Point-of-use supermarket lanes with integrated Kanban card holders for pull-signal replenishment. Two-bin and multi-bin kanban configurations for lean manufacturing environments.

Modular Flow Rack Systems

Modular Flow Rack Systems

T-slot aluminum extrusion profiles, roller track, wheel track, dividers, stops, and accessories for custom flow rack configurations and field modifications.

Specialty Flow Rack Applications

Specialty Applications

Custom-engineered flow rack solutions for unique environments — cold storage, cleanroom, pharmaceutical, automotive sequencing, and other specialized application requirements.

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We specialize in custom-engineered flow rack systems tailored to your exact material handling, production flow, and lean manufacturing requirements.

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What Are Modular Flow Rack Systems?

Gravity-fed and powered aluminum flow racks that deliver FIFO material flow and reconfigure as your production changes.

Flow racks are inclined storage-and-delivery systems that use gravity — or powered rollers — to move product, cartons, bins, and pallets along roller or wheel lanes from a load side to a pick face, automatically maintaining first-in-first-out (FIFO) rotation. Built on a modular aluminum T-slot framework rather than a fixed welded frame, they bolt together, integrate with workstations, conveyors, and kanban systems, and reconfigure without welding as products and layouts change.

Every Modular Solutions flow rack is engineered in-house from aluminum T-slot extrusion and matching roller track, wheel track, dividers, stops, and lane accessories, sized to your product, throughput, and footprint. From carton and bin lanes to pallet-scale heavy-duty systems, mobile tugger racks, and supermarket kanban, the offerings above cover the full range of lean material-flow needs — each configured for the application and built to integrate with your existing production line.

Why Choose Our Flow Racks

FIFO Material Control

Gravity-fed design ensures first-in-first-out product rotation for minimal waste and spoilage.

Production Efficiency

Feed production lines just-in-time with optimized material staging and flow.

Space Optimization

Utilize vertical space efficiently while keeping materials accessible for operators.

Modular Design

Easily reconfigure, expand, or adapt as production needs and layouts change.

Smooth Operation

Precision rollers and guides ensure gentle, controlled product movement without damage.

Lean Manufacturing

Support lean principles with Kanban integration and point-of-use material staging.

Durable Construction

Heavy-duty aluminum components built for demanding industrial environments and continuous use.

Easy Maintenance

Simple roller replacement and component access keeps systems running with minimal downtime.

Integration Ready

Seamlessly connects with conveyors, workstations, and existing production infrastructure.

Where Flow Racks Are Used

Common lean material-flow and inventory applications our systems are engineered to solve.

Industries We Serve

Trusted for gravity-fed material flow across demanding industrial environments.

Manufacturing Automotive Warehouse & Logistics Distribution Food & Beverage Packaging Electronics Pharmaceutical Aerospace Consumer Goods Lean Manufacturing Contract Manufacturing

Key Advantages

Labor Reduction

Gravity-fed systems reduce manual pushing and product handling requirements.

Inventory Control

Accurate staging prevents overstocking and ensures material availability when needed.

Flexible Configurations

Customize depth, width, height, and flow characteristics to match your exact needs.

Product Protection

Smooth rollers and controlled deceleration prevent product damage during movement.

Scalable Solutions

From single racks to complete production line systems supporting enterprise operations.

Expert Support

Complete design consultation, installation, and ongoing technical support included.

Fast Deployment

Modular assembly enables rapid installation and commissioning with minimal facility disruption.

Cost Effective

Reduce material handling costs and increase throughput without major capital investment.

Future-Proof Investment

Reconfigure for new products, production lines, or facility expansions as your business evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about modular flow rack design, lean integration, and customization.

What types of flow racks do you offer?

We build modular aluminum flow rack systems including carton flow racks, bin flow racks, pallet and heavy-duty flow racks, mobile flow racks, supermarket and kanban systems, kitting and assembly flow racks, and modular flow rack components — plus fully custom configurations engineered to your product, throughput, and footprint.

What is a gravity flow rack?

A gravity flow rack uses inclined roller or wheel lanes so product, cartons, or bins move automatically from a load side to a pick face under their own weight, maintaining first-in-first-out (FIFO) rotation without power or manual pushing.

How do flow racks support lean manufacturing and Kanban?

Flow racks present materials at the point of use in FIFO order and integrate kanban card holders and two-bin systems for pull-signal replenishment, reducing walking, searching, and overstocking while enabling just-in-time production flow.

Can flow racks be reconfigured or expanded later?

Yes. Because the frame is bolted aluminum T-slot rather than welded steel, lane count, depth, width, height, and angle can be modified, extended, or reconfigured with hand tools as products, lines, and facilities change.

What load capacities do your flow racks support?

Our flow racks range from lightweight small-parts bin and tote lanes to heavy-duty pallet flow systems, with roller and wheel track selected and engineered for the weight, size, and flow characteristics of your specific product.

Do you provide custom flow rack engineering?

Yes. Our in-house engineering team designs and builds custom flow rack systems around your exact material handling, production flow, and lean requirements — from a modified standard configuration to a fully bespoke solution, engineered and manufactured in Auburn Hills, MI.

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Let our engineering team design the perfect flow rack solution for your application. Custom configurations, fast turnaround, made in the USA.

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