What is narrow aisle pallet racking?
Narrow aisle (VNA) pallet racking is selective racking built with aisles around 1.6 to 1.9 m wide for turret or man-up trucks, so the building height and floor area hold more pallets while every pallet stays accessible. It needs guide rails or wire guidance and a flat floor.
Specifications
| Item | Typical specification |
|---|---|
| Frames | Heavy-duty uprights sized to the height and loads |
| Guide rail | Steel angle rail anchored to the floor with entry flares |
| Top ties | Run spacers and top ties to the design |
| Design | Layout and calculations prepared for each project |
Typical ranges from our factory. Final sizes, loads and finishes are confirmed in your quote and drawing.
Sizes at a glance
| Parameter | Range |
|---|---|
| Aisle width | about 1.6 to 1.9 m |
| Heights | up to 12 m and above |
| Guidance | Rail or wire |
| Access | Every pallet |
| Floor | Flatness to EN 15620 classes |
| Supply | Project quote only |
Options and customisation
- Guide rail entry flares
- Run-end barriers
- Mesh decking for loose items
Where it is used
- Large distribution centres
- Third-party logistics
- Archives and parts warehouses
Order quantities, lead time and delivery
There is no fixed minimum order. Full 20 ft or 40 ft containers give the lowest cost per bay, and mixed loads of racking, shelving and accessories are common. Typical lead time is 3 to 5 weeks production plus 5 to 7 weeks sea freight to a UK port, then delivery to your site; your quote confirms the dates. See lead times and delivery.
Samples and documents
We can send sample sections, such as a beam end and an upright offcut, so you can check profile and finish. Sample cost and courier are quoted by our sales team. Each order ships with our load tables, and test reports are available on request; see quality and standards.
Frequently asked questions
Can VNA racking go into my existing building?
It depends on the floor flatness and clear height. A floor survey is normally needed before design.
Do you design the layout?
Our engineers prepare a proposed layout; final sign-off sits with your installer or consultant.
Get a layout and quote for narrow aisle pallet racking
Send your floor plan, pallet sizes and weights, or just a rough sketch. Our engineers return a proposed layout and an itemised factory-direct quote.
See all pallet racking, read how we work or browse our racking guides.