PEK3 is your expert in flow racks based on the modular Easytube plug-in tube system. Your flow rack is customised to your specific requirements and can be adjusted at any time after delivery without the need for specialist tools.
- Modular system
- FIFO principle without electricity
- Ideal Kaizen tool
Modular drive-through racking system
The Easytube plug-in system forms the basis of your flow rack and, thanks to its modular design, can be flexibly adapted at any time. Instead of rigid structures, you can configure your rack to suit your individual needs – from the tubes and roller conveyors right through to the accessories.
Benefits at a glance
First in - First out (FIFO):
Goods put into storage first are taken out first – ideal for production or consumable materials, small parts, batch-produced or perishable goods.
Mechanical operation without electricity:
Goods are transported solely by gravity – and the system remains operational even in the event of a power cut.
High land utilisation rate:
Up to 60 per cent more storage space compared with conventional racking, as no aisles are required for order pickers or vehicles.
Modular design:
Can be expanded at any time without the need for special tools and adapted to new requirements.
Low costs over the useful life:
Low purchase cost, long service life, low maintenance requirements – individual parts can be replaced cost-effectively when they wear out.
Possible designs
Using PEK3’s tubular shelving configurator, you can request a quote for your drive-in racking in the following configurations:
Flow Rack
Standard design based on the FIFO principle, e.g. for Kanban bins or pallets.
Kanban Rack
Designed for decentralised Kanban control and just-in-time replenishment.
FIFO Rack
Consistent application of the first-in, first-out principle for batch-produced or perishable goods.
Live Storage Rack
For the direct supply of materials to workstations or assembly lines.
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Suitable tubes for your flow rack
Stainless steel pipes
For demanding applications: resistant to corrosive chemicals and offering high electrical conductivity for electronics manufacturing (ESD).
Powder-coated pipes
Economical alternative: scratch-resistant surface, hammered finish, rust protection on the inside, available in various colours for greater clarity in your Kanban system.
Plastic-coated pipes
ABS-coated structural steel core with corrosion protection, also available in several colours – the most commonly used variant in logistics.
FIFO and Kanban principles in flow racking
Your flow racking is loaded at one end and installed at a slight elevation. The goods slide down smooth-running roller conveyors by gravity alone towards the retrieval side until they are stopped by a stopper. This automatically implements the first-in, first-out (FIFO) principle: The goods stored first are always the first to be retrieved.
This principle can be ideally combined with a Kanban control system: replenishment takes place decentrally and just-in-time, without building up unnecessary stock levels. This requires material consumption to be as predictable as possible, as well as a consistent allocation of storage locations and containers.
Flexibility and expandability
The modular Easytube pipe racking system can be expanded or modified on a modular basis – without the need to replace the basic structure. If your requirements change, you can simply adapt your flow rack: additional levels, different roller conveyors or increased capacity can be added at any time.
Technical and practical information
- Materials: stainless steel, powder-coated steel, plastic-coated steel (see above).
- Modular roller conveyors for the automatic flow of goods.
- Assembly and expansion without the need for special tools.
Planning, advice and configuration
Are you unsure which flow rack is right for your business? PEK3 offers free, no-obligation advice by telephone, email or via the contact form. Alternatively, use the tubular plug-in configurator to put together your requirements directly online and receive a free CAD drawing.
PEK3 is your point of contact for flow racks
Are you unsure how to make the best use of your flow rack? We’d be happy to advise you on optimising your logistics and help you find a solution tailored to your needs. Our expert advice is free of charge and without obligation. You can reach us by telephone, email or via our contact form.
Frequently asked questions about PEK3’s flow racking
The modular Easytube plug-in system can be extended and modified – for example, to add extra levels, roller conveyors or accessories – without the need for special tools and without having to replace the basic structure.
You can choose between stainless steel tubes (including for storage and logistics applications in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, as well as for use with corrosive chemicals), powder-coated tubes (cost-effective, scratch-resistant) and plastic-coated tubes – each available in a range of colours.
Yes. Goods are transported solely by gravity via the roller conveyors – the system therefore continues to operate even in the event of a power cut or at sites without a mains power supply.
The load capacity depends on various factors. These include, amongst others, the span, the type of load (static or dynamic), the number of levels, and the nature and scale of your application. The specific load capacity for your particular application will be calculated as part of the quotation process.
Use the tubular conveyor configurator to put together an initial setup, or request a no-obligation quotation directly. Our experts will advise you on the most suitable configuration for your specific application.
A flow rack is particularly suitable for perishable or batch-produced goods and for applications where a clearly regulated material flow according to the FIFO principle needs to be ensured.