Speedlock Pallet Racking

Speedlock Pallet Racking
Assembly Instructions
Assembly specification
These instructions are to assemble Dexion Speedlock Pallet Racking which conforms with the specifications below.
• Frame heights not more than 4800mm
• Frame depths 840mm
• Not less than two bays long (1 x starter and 1 x extension bay)
• Not less than two storage levels in a bay
• Height to first beam and beam spacing as prescribed in these instructions
• Uniformly distributed load per pair of beams
• Maximum 2 tonne per pair of beams
• Designed for 1165mm x 1165mm pallet size
Refer to your Dexion Supply Centre for assembly of pallet racking outside these specifications.
Site requirements
Floor
Should generally be of a solid CONCRETE construction designed to accept the point loads imposed by the rack legs. Installations on other types of floor,
such as timber, bitumen and tarmac, should be avoided.
Dry conditions
Components and load data are based on dry internal applications.
Temperature range
+3°C to +40°C. Applications in chill and cold stores with operating temperatures below +3°C, and where moisture is likely to be present, may require
components with additional corrosion protection.
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Components required
The following is a schedule of the minimum components you require to safely assemble Speedlock Pallet Racking. The number of starters and extension
Pallet Racking units purchased will determine the final quantities of each component.
Frames x 3
minimum
Beams x 8
minimum
Levelling plates 0.9 x 6
minimum
Safe Working Load
Sign x 1 minimum
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Beam safety locks x 8
minimum
Levelling plates 2.9 x 6
minimum
M10 x 16 Hex head
bolts and nuts x 2
minimum
Sleeve anchors x 12
minimum
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Ensure a safe work environment prior to assembly
Risk assessment
Prior to assembly, a risk assessment should be undertaken which considers all tasks necessary to complete the assembly of the Rack. This includes the
equipment being used and any hazardous substances being handled. This will highlight associated risks and ensure necessary steps taken to reduce the
risk to acceptable levels. From this risk assessment a Safe Working Method Statement (SWMS) should be produced.
Safe work method statement
An SWMS is developed for activities undertaken by workers, which identify the hazards associated with a work activity. They assess the risks of these
hazards occurring and outline the preventative controls to be put in place. It is a requirement of Work Health and Safety Legislation that an SWMS be
prepared for high risk work, prior to the work commencing
For further information regarding SWMS refer to Government fact sheet Guidance for producing Safe Work Method Statements
http://www.fsc.gov.au/sites/FSC/Resources/AZ/Pages/FactSheet-GuidanceforproducingSafeWorkMethodStatements.aspx
Site Survey
A site survey should be undertaken prior to the supply of material to site and an assembly layout prepared. This layout should include but limited to:
• Location of doorways
• Location of building columns
• Floor type, flatness and any joint locations
• Headroom clearance and any obstructions
Equipment
The following is a guide only, on the equipment required to facilitate the safe assembly of the structure.
Equipment may include, but limited to:
• Hand pallet trucks
• Surveying equipment
• Access tower
• Fork lift trucks
• Hand tools
• Trolleys
• Power tools
• Scissor lifts
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment should be worn to ensure personal safety during assembly.
Personal protective equipment may include but not limited to:
• Hard hat
• Safety boots or shoes
• Rigger gloves
• High visibility vest
• Ear defenders
• Work wear
• Safety harness
• Safety goggles
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Height to first beam and beam spacing
The assembly of your pallet racking MUST adhere to the measurements depicted in the diagrams below:
• Height to first beam level
• Beam spacings
Configurations outside these parameters will affect the racks load carrying capacity.
Note: The minimum clearance between the load and the beam level is 100mm.
4625mm
4725mm
4125mm
3475mm
3125mm
2725mm
2325mm
1525mm
First beam
level
1175mm
First beam
level
Upright Length – 4800mm
Beam levels – 4
Upright Length – 4800mm
Beam levels – 3
1325mm
First beam
level
Upright Length – 4200mm
Beam levels – 3
3525mm
2925mm
2325mm
2325mm
1425mm
First beam
level
1125mm
First beam
level
Upright Length – 3600mm
Beam levels – 3
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Upright Length – 3000mm
Beam levels – 2
1125mm
First beam
level
Upright Length – 2400mm
Beam levels – 2
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Assembly instructions
1. M
easure and mark out the location of the pallet racking, prior to the assembly of the rack, making
sure that the bays of racking will end up square and running in a straight line; this can be achieved
by marking out a simple 3; 4; 5 right angled triangle on the ground.
3
90
4
5
Each upright location should be clearly marked on the floor, and its level taken to find the highest
point under the rack.
The remainder of the assembly will have their uprights packed with leveling plates to match this
highest point.
Ensure aisles or access to emergency escape routes are not blocked by the assembly of the rack.
2. S
tand two frames for the starter bay and fit the first beam at the specified height for your
racking configuration.
NOTE: The free end of the bottom
horizontal always points into the
operating aisle.
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3. S
ecure beam safety locks to either end of the beam. Locking pins MUST be fully engaged
in the upright slots when installing beams.
SPRING STEEL CLIP
FORGED STEEL PIN
4. F
it remaining front and rear beam levels. Repeat steps for adjoining bays, not forgetting to secure
the beam in position with beam safety locks.
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5. S
tand the extension frame and fit beams at the identical level of the starter bay.
Ensure beams are secured in position with beam safety locks.
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6. T
o level the rack, fit the appropriate number of levelling plates under each base plate which is
attached to the upright.
As a check to make sure the racks are true & plumb to the vertical, a spirit level should be used
to measure the out of plumb, on the front face of the frame upright, adding or subtracting level
plates as required.
UPRIGHT
M10x16 HEX HEAD
NUT & BOLT (2)
BASEPLATE
2.9mm LEVELLING PLATE
0.9mm LEVELLING PLATE
7. A
ll base plates attached to uprights must be anchored to the floor to resist any lateral
movement or uplift of the rack. Secure the base plate using 2 x Floor fixings through 14mm dia.
front right and left hole with 12 x 75mm or 12 x 100mm approved Sleeve Anchors as shown below.
SLEEVE
ANCHOR
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8. T
o comply with AS4084:2012, fix Safe Working Load Sign to one conspicuous location in the
racking area at approx 2m above the floor level. It is recommended that the Safe Working Load
Sign is fixed to the end of the rack using 2 x M10 x 16 Hex head bolts and nuts.
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Important safety information
General care
Little or no maintenance is required other than cleaning. Wipe with a damp cloth, using a mild detergent (only if required).
• Do not use a hose to spray the racking
• Do not use abrasive or caustic cleaning agents
Inspections
Periodic inspections should be carried out to identify any damage or issues due to incorrect use. Check for the following:
• Frame fixings are secure
• Beams are free from damage
• Beams are not overloaded
• Beams are fully engaged in the frame slots
• All safety locks are correctly engaged
• If the vertical beam deflection is more than span/180 the beam is overloaded. Remove the load and check against permissible load data.
• If the unloaded beam has set more than span /900, it must be replaced.
• Rack out-of-plumb should not exceed height/350 in both directions
IMPORTANT
If the racking is damaged it should be reported immediately to ensure the necessary precautionary actions are taken.
It is not recommended to repair damaged components. Any part no longer fit for use should be replaced on a like for like basis.
Never cut and splice in a small piece of upright or apply heat in an attempt to straighten bent components.
It is recommended that owners of pallet racking are familiar The WorkSafe Guidance note
‘Pallet racking operation and maintenance’ http://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/
Whilst the utmost care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the data and design details shown within, Dexion (Australia) Pty Limited cannot, under any circumstances, be held liable for any injuries, expenses
or loss which may, in any degree, be attributed to the use or adoption of such data and design details. Any modification, repair, or alteration of Dexion products by a third party without written approval from
Dexion voids Dexion’s obligations under the Lifetime Warranty. This document remains the sole property of Dexion (Australia) Pty Limited. © Copyright: Dexion (Australia) Pty Limited.
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