Pigeon Hole Racking – Heavy-Duty Industrial Storage Solutions
S.E.M.CO’s pigeon hole racking systems provide an efficient, safe and highly organised way to store long, awkward and high‑volume stock. Manufactured utilising S.E.M.CO adjustable pallet racking, it is designed around your available space and stock requirements, our pigeon hole racking is ideal for timber, PVCu profiles, plastic drainage, MDF mouldings, bars and extrusions, offering clear, horizontal storage that enhances visibility and picking efficiency.
What is Pigeon Hole Racking?
Pigeon hole racking refers to a specialised storage system made up of horizontal compartments or “pigeon holes”, created using adjustable pallet racking components. Each compartment holds long lengths of material in their ideal storage plane, preventing bending, warping or damage while keeping items easily accessible.
How Does A Pigeon Hole Racking System Work?
Pigeon hole storage racks consist of multiple horizontal compartments formed within a larger racking frame. These compartments can be tailored in width and height to fit the exact dimensions of your stock. Because materials are stored horizontally and supported over their full length, picking and handling become faster and safer compared with floor stacking or ad‑hoc shelving.
Pigeon Hole Racking Overview
| Application | Timber, MDF Mouldings, PVC-u Profiles, Plastic drainage, Bars & Extrusions |
|---|---|
| Accessibility | Manual Picking |
| Manufacturing | Staffordshire, UK |
| Lead Time | Readily Available* |
*Typical, some bespoke systems may vary.
Pigeon Hole Racking Features
Storage
Ideal storage for timber and timber profiles in the optimal horizontal plane for lengths of up to 3.6m, 4.8m and 6.0m.
Posts
50mm pitch of the post section maximises horizontal adjustability.
Rack Bay Widths
Rack Bay widths can be configured to suit available space, stock widths are 1350mm, 2000mm and 2700mm.
Compartments
Compartments can be tailored to accommodate the stock profile and dividers are available as semi-permanent or fully adjustable.
Dividing Systems
A wide range of dividing systems offer flexibility for vertical storage.
Extras
Additional optional extras include pricing tickets and kicking rails.
Benefits of Using Pigeon Hole Racking
Faster Picking & Stock Rotation
Segmented compartments allow quicker access, better stock segregation, and easier inventory control.
Reduced Material Damage
By storing items horizontally and supported over their length, bending, warping or edge damage is minimised.
Better Visibility & Organisation
Colours or labels can be integrated per slot, improving order accuracy and picking efficiency.
Scalable & Future-Proof
The modular design allows expansion or reconfiguration as your product range changes.
Optimised Use of Floor Space
Instead of stacking on the floor or leaning items which wastes space, pigeon hole racking makes use of vertical and horizontal volume.
Professional Design & Support
S.E.M.CO offers full site survey, tailored CAD design, structural calculations, and UK-based manufacture and installation.
How We Work — From Consultation To Installation
- Enquiry & brief: Tell us what you intend to store, your load types and throughput.
- Site Visit: We offer a free site visit where our team visits your warehouse or yard to measure and assess constraints.
- Design & quote: Our in-house design engineers will craft a CAD layout of your requirements with load calculations and lead time.
- Manufacture & deliver: We take pride in being a UK manufacturer and we ensure what we send out is at the highest quality, so all our products undergo a quality assurance test.
- Installation & handover: Installation is carried out through our in-house SEIRS accredited installers and an acknowledgment certification is provided.
Why Choose S.E.M.CO As Your Reputable Partner For Pigeon Hole Racking
Ready to optimise your pigeon hole storage racks operations and improve accessibility?
Contact S.E.M.CO today to discuss your requirements, arrange a free site survey or request a quotation for a bespoke pigeon hole rack.
S.E.M.CO Pigeon Hole Racking Specs
| Storage Length | Up to 6.0m |
|---|---|
| Posts | 50mm pitch |
| Bay Widths | Up to 2700mm |
| Internal Finish | Blue OR Yellow |
| External Finish | HD Galvanized |
Get A FREE Racking Quote
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Ideal For Storing
- PVCu Extrusions
- Timber
- Copper Tubes
- Plastic Drainage
- MDF Mouldings
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Book A Site Visit
Site surveys are available UK-wide. We will measure and advise on the best layout.
Trust & Certification
S.E.M.CO are full members of SEMA (Storage Equipment Manufacturers Association), with our installation and inspection teams fully SARI (SEMA Approved Rack Inspector), and SEIRS (Storage Equipment Installers Registration Scheme) registered.
Our Racking is manufactured in accordance with the SEMA Code of Practice for The Design of Static Cantilever Racking and/ or FEM 10-2-09 and/or BS5950 Part 5 and/or BS EN 1993 -1 -1 (Eurocode 3). Racking is manufactured depending on your storage requirements and the complexity of the racking structure.
Pigeon Hole Racking - FAQs
What materials can be stored in pigeon hole racking?
Horizontal storage is ideal for timber, PVCu profiles, plastic drainage, MDF mouldings, aluminium and steel bars.
What lengths can be accommodated?
Typical module lengths up to 3.6m, 4.8m or even 6.0m are common; custom lengths are also possible.
Can pigeon hole racks be reconfigured later?
Yes. The adjustable design allows changes in divider spacing or adding/removing bays, but please consult with the manufacturer for guidance and advice.
What is the lead time for supply & install?
Lead times depend on order size and complexity, we will provide a schedule in the quotation phase.
Do you provide safety inspections?
Yes, as part of our service, we can schedule routine inspections with our in-house SARI's to ensure continued compliance and safety.
