--- title: "Carton Flow Rack in North Tonawanda, NY" url: https://buffalopalletrack.com/service-area/north-tonawanda/carton-flow-rack description: "Plan gravity-fed case picking for North Tonawanda manufacturing and building products operations. Discuss lane layouts at (716) 261-2779." lang: en --- Image: Carton Flow Rack system inside a New York warehouse (https://buffalopalletrack.com/__l5e/assets-v1/d778107c-3f40-43aa-8fc4-13101410f3e6/reference-carton-flow-hero.jpg) North Tonawanda, New York # Carton Flow Rack in North Tonawanda, NY Put carton flow rack to work in North Tonawanda where small packaged items need a defined pick face rather than another row of static shelves. Inclined roller or wheel lanes carry cases and totes toward the operator. The layout separates front picking from rear replenishment, keeping reserve handling away from the active picking position. For lumber and building products operations along River Road, the useful application is often packaged hardware, fittings, or accessory cartons rather than long materials. Around the I-190 industrial corridor, manufacturing parts can present a different mix of containers. The starting point is the package that actually travels through the lane, not its catalog description. (716) 261-2779 ## Why North Tonawanda teams choose carton flow We are a division of Warehouse Equipment & Supplies Co., which has supplied and installed warehouse storage since 1997. We translate package sizes, replenishment habits, and existing bay measurements into a layout you can review. The discussion includes lane assignments and working access, so the proposed arrangement reflects how people will use it during a shift. A practical carton flow rack proposal should explain its limits as clearly as its benefits. We look for cartons that bridge rollers, totes with projecting feet, and packaging that changes between suppliers. Those details can determine whether a lane feeds consistently or needs a different track arrangement before the layout is settled. Separate rear replenishment from front picking Keep repeat-pick cartons presented at the aisle Match lane spacing to actual package dimensions Image: Carton flow rack with gravity wheel beds and case lanes (https://buffalopalletrack.com/__l5e/assets-v1/d7a33f10-c792-40d7-b300-7626cb6a26b7/reference-carton-flow-rack.jpg) Image: Carton flow shelving in use on a warehouse pick line (https://buffalopalletrack.com/__l5e/assets-v1/d778107c-3f40-43aa-8fc4-13101410f3e6/reference-carton-flow-hero.jpg) ### North Tonawanda Lane Storage Planning Older industrial buildings near the Niagara River may have picking areas shaped by existing columns and established travel routes. Measure the usable footprint before selecting lane depth, and keep the replenishment approach visible in the plan. Seasonal receiving constraints should also be discussed when arranging the work. Wood products Manufacturing Marine supplies ## Carton flow lane and bay considerations Case flow rack uses gravity, but gravity alone does not establish the right pitch. Carton weight, base stiffness, lane depth, and contact with the rollers all matter. A representative package check helps establish a workable slope without assuming that a light carton and a loaded tote will travel the same way. Lane widths and dividers keep adjacent products separated. Leave enough room for the package to move freely, but avoid excessive side clearance that allows it to turn. Dedicated lanes support first-in, first-out picking when replenishment enters at the back and operators remove units from the front without bypassing older inventory. Retrofitting carton flow racking into existing pallet rack bays requires measurements of beam openings, frame depth, elevations, and the intended loads. We review the existing structure and support requirements rather than assuming an insert will fit. A pick module may combine gravity-fed cases below with reserve pallets above when the arrangement is suitable. Pick-face height should suit the package weight and the reach involved in removing it. Frequently handled cases belong within a comfortable working range, with room for the receiving cart or conveyor. Choose pallet flow for full pallet movement; choose shelving for slow movers or packages that cannot feed predictably on rollers. Packaged building hardware with repeat case picks Manufacturing components supplied in consistent totes Accessory cartons needing separate refill and pick aisles Call (716) 261-2779: (716) 261-2779 ## A carton flow planning sequence Bring a package list and a rough view of the available picking area. We use those together to distinguish a useful gravity-fed lane from a location better served by a shelf. 1 ### Map the working inventory List the active items, daily pick pattern, and replenishment quantities. Separate small packaged goods from long building materials, then identify which items need dedicated lanes and which can remain in shelving without complicating the picking route. 2 ### Check packages and bay geometry Record the narrowest and widest containers, their loaded weights, and the underside condition. Measure the available rack opening and access behind it, including the space needed to place a replenishment carton without reaching across another lane. 3 ### Set the pick and refill arrangement Allocate lane widths, divider positions, and usable depth around the actual inventory. Review front access for picking and rear access for replenishment together, so the storage quantity does not consume the working space needed to handle it. 4 ### Coordinate the agreed layout After scope review, arrange the work with experienced installation crews we schedule and manage. Plan the handoff around receiving activity, then review lane identification, loading direction, and representative package travel before the area enters regular use. ## Recent Installations Racking projects completed for warehouses across Buffalo and Western New York. 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Include any access restrictions so we can discuss a workable next step. Call (716) 261-2779. ### Buffalo Pallet Rack 2075 Kenmore Ave. Ste 100A Buffalo, NY 14207 (716) 261-2779 Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM ## Questions about gravity-fed case picking ### Can building products operations use gravity-fed lanes? ### What matters when fitting an older North Tonawanda building? ### Will a tote with molded feet travel correctly? ### Does gravity feeding guarantee inventory rotation? ## Other Rack Types We Supply in North Tonawanda ### Pallet Rack Every pallet reachable, every time. The baseline we size everything else against. View details https://buffalopalletrack.com/service-area/north-tonawanda ### Pushback Rack Two to six pallets deep from one aisle, without giving up much reach. View details https://buffalopalletrack.com/service-area/north-tonawanda/pushback-rack ### Pallet Flow Rack Load one side, pick the other, and let gravity enforce first in, first out. View details https://buffalopalletrack.com/service-area/north-tonawanda/pallet-flow-rack ### Drive-In Rack Fewer access aisles. The forklift enters the structure, and the floor holds dense bulk storage with fewer access aisles. View details https://buffalopalletrack.com/service-area/north-tonawanda/drive-in-rack ### Cantilever Rack Arms with nothing in front of them, built for lumber, pipe, and anything a pallet can't hold. View details https://buffalopalletrack.com/service-area/north-tonawanda/cantilever-rack ## Coverage along the industrial corridor We discuss layouts for River Road operations and buildings near the Niagara River, with attention to the route between receiving, reserve storage, and the pick face. I-190 access is relevant to delivery coordination, not a substitute for checking access inside the building. 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Relocation Services (https://buffalopalletrack.com/service-area/north-tonawanda/warehouse-relocation) ## Visit Our Buffalo Location Located in Buffalo, we serve all of Western New York with industrial pallet racks and warehouse storage solutions. ### Buffalo Pallet Rack #### Address 2075 Kenmore Ave. Ste 100A Buffalo, NY 14207 #### Phone (716) 261-2779 #### Business Hours Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday: Closed ## Need Carton Flow Rack in North Tonawanda? Call (716) 261-2779 or request a quote and we will get a layout started. 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