RMI Pallet Rack Certification: What You Need to Know

Understanding RMI Specs & Pallet Rack Certification

As a warehouse owner or operator, it’s important to understand the quality and safety standards for the rack systems used in your facility, including pallet rack certification developed by the Rack Manufacturers’ Institute (RMI). RMI members are industry-leading suppliers of industrial storage racks and just one of several material handling product groups within the  Material Handling Institute (MHI). 

RMI is responsible for establishing The Specification for the Design, Testing & Utilization of Industrial Steel Storage Racks. Since its first publication nearly 60 years ago, the RMI Specification has been revised, updated and subsequently approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)… (that’s all the organizations and acronyms, we promise!) Manufacturers that meet this specification receive the R-MARK Certification which indicates that their racking systems meet the highest quality standards.  Organizations that pursue R-MARK certification must complete a series of steps, including stringent testing. 

Some of the benefits of R-MARK certification include: 

• Defines what constitutes quality and durable pallet racking. 
• Provides assurance of compliance to minimum standards of quality and durability. 
• Accounts for different seismic codes in system designs. 
• Provides your customers and staff with peace of mind that they are working with a safe system

Is R-MARK Pallet Rack Certification Mandatory?

Although R-MARK certification for pallet rack systems is voluntary, it can help distinguish your racking by making sure it complies with national and industry engineering standards. By using R-MARK-certified racking, you’re signaling to your staff and regulators that you’re committed to the safety of your employees, inventory, and warehouse operations. Rack systems without R-Mark certification could be just as safe and of equally high quality.  Certification is always desirable but is especially important in applications where load requirements approach system limits. 

Let WOI Help You Hit the Mark 

WOI has partnerships with several RMI member rack manufacturers as well as other quality rack and shelving suppliers.  Working with you on your system design, WOI will help you find the best solution for your storage and order fulfillment requirements.  

WOI will support you with our 5-Step Total Satisfaction Experience™.

WOI will:

1. Listen to your needs
2. Execute your project with special attention to your unique application
3. Stick to project timelines
4. Ensure a safe environment
5. Pay close attention to the detail  of the finished product

The WOI team will walk you through each stage of the process and provide expert customer service to deliver great results and peace of mind. 

Contact a member of our team today and let’s chat about your needs. Call (865) 540-4004 for a prompt response. We proudly serve customers throughout the Southeast including KENTUCKY, TENNESSEE, NORTH CAROLINA, ALABAMA, AND FLORIDA.