Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Racking
Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Racking is engineered to maximize storage capacity in high-bay warehouses by minimizing aisle widths for guided VNA forklifts. The system delivers high-density pallet storage while maintaining fast access to individual pallets. Built with heavy-duty uprights, structural beams, and integrated rail/wire guidance options, VNA racking ensures precise truck travel and enhanced operational safety. The configuration supports tall racking heights with excellent rigidity and load-bearing performance. VNA racking is ideal for distribution centers and manufacturing facilities requiring maximum pallet positions within a constrained footprint, as well as high throughput, accurate inventory handling, and streamlined picking routes.
Why Choose Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) Racking?
High-Density Pallet Storage
Very narrow aisles increase pallet positions within the same footprint while keeping pallets individually accessible.
Reduced Aisle Requirement
VNA-guided trucks operate in narrower aisles, freeing space for more rack rows and pallet positions.
Customizable Decking & Accessories
Configure steel decking, safety barriers, and pallet support accessories specifically for VNA storage layouts.
Compatible with VNA Turret Trucks
Designed for man-up turret trucks and wire-guided equipment used in VNA aisles, enabling safe, accurate pallet handling.
| Layout | Aisle Width | Bay Height | Beam Levels | Load per Beam | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard VNA | 1500 mm | Up to 9 m | 3 | 2000 kg | Powder-coated |
| High Bay VNA | 1600 mm | Up to 12 m | 4 | 2000 kg | Powder-coated |
| Cold Store VNA | 1500 mm | Up to 10 m | 3 | 1500 kg | Hot-dip galvanized |
| Seismic Rated VNA | 1800 mm | Up to 12 m | 3 | 2500 kg | Powder-coated |
- High-throughput distribution centers
- 3PL & contract logistics warehouses
- E-commerce fulfillment (fast-moving SKUs)
- Manufacturing lines storing palletized components
- Cold storage operations (corrosion-resistant finish)
- Automotive and industrial parts distribution
- FMCG & retail replenishment hubs
- Pharma / healthcare warehouse storage
- Standard pallets (Euro/ISO)
- Mixed-SKU pallet loads
- High-density palletized inventory
- Fast-moving cartons on pallets
- Bulk packaged goods with consistent dimensions
- Palletized finished goods ready for dispatch
- Heavy components with pallet support bars
- Sensitive SKUs requiring guided truck handling
How VNA Racking Works
1.
Install Upright Frames
High-strength uprights are positioned in narrow-aisle rows to carry bay loads and support VNA beam levels.
2.
Install Pallet Beams
Box beams lock into uprights to create adjustable levels for single-deep VNA pallet positions.
3.
Add Guidance System
Install guide rails or wire guidance so VNA turret trucks travel accurately and safely in narrow aisles.
4.
Store & Pick with VNA Trucks
Turret trucks store and retrieve pallets from single-deep bays with high throughput and accurate positioning.