# Rack warehouse

*Last updated: 2026-09-06*

> Rack warehouses store goods vertically on multi-level racking systems rather than floor-stacking, maximizing cubic space utilization.

Rack warehouses store goods vertically on multi-level racking systems rather than floor-stacking, maximizing cubic space utilization. Common designs include shelving racks for small parts and cartons, pallet racks for palletized goods in high-bay warehouses, flow racks enabling FIFO rotation, and mobile racks for density optimization. System selection depends on product characteristics, throughput speed, and building height.

**Source:** [https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/regallager-43583](https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/regallager-43583)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Rack warehouse |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 56 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-06 |
| Source | https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/regallager-43583 |

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