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[Service Area](/service-area) 3. Des Plaines ![Industrial pallet racking installed in a Des Plaines, Illinois warehouse](/assets/hero-location-DSM_BmzI.jpg) Des Plaines, Illinois # Pallet Racks & Warehouse Racking in Des Plaines, IL Warehouses near O'Hare live on speed. Air freight arrives on short notice, cross-dock volume swings by the day, and inventory that sits in the wrong place blocks the next load. Des Plaines facilities along Touhy Avenue and the Higgins corridor need racking that supports fast turns rather than deep storage. That usually means selective bays with clean pick faces, carton flow at the front, and a compact bulk zone behind. Tell us how your freight moves and we will lay out a floor that keeps it moving. Free warehouse needs analysis. Free CAD layout. Delivery and installation by our own crews across Des Plaines and the surrounding Chicagoland market. Get a Free Quote[Call (312) 815-2445]() ## Why Des Plaines Warehouses Work With Us Freight-forwarding and air cargo operations are not classic distribution centers. Pallets may be in the building for days, not months, and the layout has to prioritize throughput and staging over maximum density. We plan for that. Wider staging lanes near the dock, selective racking with immediate access to every position, and a limited high-density zone for genuinely slow inventory generally outperform a building packed wall to wall. Lead time is the other half. Standard components ship from our stock in about 48 hours and our crews install locally, so a rack change driven by a new contract does not have to wait a quarter. Free warehouse needs analysis CAD layout with pallet position counts 48-hour shipping on standard components Installation by our own crews Support after the system is live ![Warehouse racking aisle in a Des Plaines facility](/assets/warehouse-aisle-DrDu-B7-.jpg) ### Industries We Store For Air Freight & Forwarding Third-Party Logistics Cross-Dock Operations Aerospace Supply Pharmaceutical Distribution Electronics Perishables Handling E-Commerce Fulfillment ## What Our Pallet Rack Service Includes Start with a free warehouse needs analysis. Send building dimensions, clear height, obstruction elevations, pallet sizes and weights, forklift type, and a sense of dwell time and daily volume. We return a CAD layout with staging areas, aisles, bay sizes, beam levels, and total pallet positions, along with an itemized quote. Then the system is specified. Selective pallet racking is the backbone for fast-turn freight because every pallet is reachable without moving another. Carton flow supports case-level picking and consolidation near the dock. Push back covers the slower inventory that would otherwise take up prime floor. Cantilever handles long or unpalletized freight. Standard components typically ship within 48 hours and installation usually runs one to four weeks. Our crews anchor and level each frame, install decking and protection, and stage work so dock doors stay usable throughout. Because contracts near O'Hare change quickly, we design layouts that can be extended or reconfigured, and we remain available for added rows and beam changes. Start a Free Layout[(312) 815-2445]() ## Pallet Rack Systems We Install in Des Plaines These are the systems that come up most often in local buildings. We carry the full range, and the layout tells us which combination earns its place on your floor. ![Selective Pallet Rack for warehouse racking in Des Plaines, IL](/assets/pallet-racking-closeup-J4zzIFDm.jpg) ### Selective Pallet Rack Selective pallet racking is the most widely used warehouse racking system, providing direct and individual access to each pallet position. This pallet rack system is ideal for warehouses requiring immediate access to all SKUs without moving other pallets. Request Quote ![Carton Flow Rack for warehouse racking in Des Plaines, IL](/assets/carton-flow-rack-DfuFYV4P.jpg) ### Carton Flow Rack Carton flow rack systems use inclined wheel beds inside your warehouse pallet racking so cases roll from restocking to the pick face, cutting the distance pickers walk. Request Quote ![Push Back Pallet Rack for warehouse racking in Des Plaines, IL](/assets/push-back-pallet-rack-D34RhpwY.jpg) ### Push Back Pallet Rack Push back pallet rack systems utilize nested carts on inclined rails, allowing pallets to be stored 2-6 deep from a single aisle. This industrial pallet racking solution maximizes warehouse space while maintaining selectivity. Request Quote Not sure which one fits? See [recent pallet rack installations](/projects) or [request a free warehouse consultation](/contact). If you also operate near [Elk Grove Village](/service-area/elk-grove-village) or [Schaumburg](/service-area/schaumburg), we can plan both buildings on one layout. ## Recent Pallet Rack Installations ![Carton flow rack installation in a warehouse](/assets/carton-flow-racking-CbC_ZAQs.jpg) ![Drive-in pallet rack installation in a high-bay warehouse](/assets/drive-in-CzCRNL_F.jpg) ![Pallet rack installation reaching the ceiling of a distribution center](/assets/igt-6-DlAaWmSY.jpg) ![Selective pallet rack aisle with wire decking](/assets/img-1220-DJL8pNok.jpg) ![Warehouse pallet racking aisles with a forklift](/assets/img-5455-DxNygyEY.jpg) ![Rows of pallet racking in a distribution facility](/assets/medco-cleveland-5-Bg7bEehR.jpg) ![Warehouse pallet rack system spanning a large storage area](/assets/photo-aug-03-6-17-41-pm-Cpzt32J0.jpg) ![Pallet racking rows under warehouse skylights](/assets/photo-jul-22-6-45-56-pm-CIVCQxM9.jpg) ![Cantilever rack arms mounted along a warehouse wall](/assets/photo-may-15-2026-7-28-50-pm-1-zev4C15x.jpg) ![Push back pallet rack carts on inclined rails](/assets/udf-pushback-rack-BgIv7FXJ.jpg) Previous slide Next slide [View More Projects](/projects) ## Get a Free Pallet Rack Quote in Des Plaines Send the basics and we will come back with a layout, a pallet position count, and a full price. Prefer to talk it through? Call (312) 815-2445. ### What's Included: - Free warehouse needs analysis - CAD layout drawings - Pallet position counts - System recommendations - Complete project quote and timeline Name \* Company \* Email \* Phone \* Where are you located? \* Approximate warehouse size \* Select size Less than 5,000 sq ft 5,000 - 10,000 sq ft 10,000 - 20,000 sq ft 20,000 - 50,000 sq ft 50,000 - 250,000 sq ft 250,000+ sq ft Expected timeframe \* Select timeframe 30 - 90 days 3 - 6 months 6 - 12 months 12+ months Additional Information I consent to receive SMS and email communications from Chicago Pallet Racks regarding my quote request. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. Get Your Free Quote We respect your privacy. Your information will never be shared. ## Pallet Rack Questions from Des Plaines Warehouses ### Should a cross-dock operation use racking at all? ### How much staging space should we leave? ### Can racking be moved if we change buildings? ### Do you stock components for quick turnaround? ### Can you handle a project on short notice? ## Also Serving Warehouses Near Des Plaines Many operations run more than one building. We deliver and install pallet rack systems across the same corridors, so a second site can be planned on the same visit to the drawing board. [Elk Grove Village ](/service-area/elk-grove-village)[Schaumburg ](/service-area/schaumburg)[Chicago ](/service-area/chicago)[Waukegan ](/service-area/waukegan) [View All Service Areas](/service-area) ## Ready to Rack Your Des Plaines Warehouse? Free layout, free pallet position count, and a straight answer on lead time. Get a Free Quote[(312) 815-2445]() ### Chicago Pallet Racks A division of Warehouse Equipment & Supplies Co.. 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