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Wire Decking Suppliers in Illinois — 8 Companies

Wire decking is the mesh panel that sits on pallet rack beams, giving pallets a stable surface and — more importantly — letting fire sprinkler water pass through to the levels below. It's not glamorous, but it's required by fire code in most jurisdictions, and it prevents the kind of pallet fall-through incidents that send people to the hospital. Chicago is the undisputed freight capital of North America. More rail freight passes through Chicago than any other city on the continent. The I-55, I-80, and I-88 corridors south and west of the city contain one of the densest concentrations of warehouses and distribution centers in the world.

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Wire Decking Suppliers in Illinois (8)

Numina Group Inc.

Systems Integrator·Woodridge, IL
AS/RSWire DeckingMezzanine

RMH Systems

Supplier·Elmhurst, IL

RMH Systems is the largest Midwest material handling distributor with 80+ years of experience and multiple locations across Iowa and Illinois.

Selective Pallet RackDrive-In RackCantilever RackMezzanineShelvingWire Decking

REB Storage Systems International

Supplier·Chicago, IL·Est. 1962

REB Storage Systems International has been a trusted name in rack and shelving system design and installation since 1962 with installers located throughout the country.

Selective Pallet RackDrive-In RackCantilever RackMezzanineShelvingPush Back Rack+2 more

Crown Lift Trucks

Supplier·Schaumburg, IL

Crown Lift Trucks is a multi-location material handling distributor serving the Midwest and Southeast with Steel King pallet rack and warehouse storage solutions.

Selective Pallet RackShelvingMezzanineWire Decking

Cherry’s Industrial Equipment Corp.

Systems Integrator·Roselle, IL
Wire DeckingSelective Pallet RackShelving

Wolter Inc

Supplier·Bolingbrook, IL·Est. 1962

Wolter Inc formerly Wisconsin Lift Truck has been providing material handling solutions since 1962 with 7 locations across Wisconsin and Illinois.

Selective Pallet RackShelvingMezzanineWire Decking

Worldwide Material Handling Products, LLC

Supplier·Romeoville, IL

Worldwide Material Handling provides warehouse pallet racking parts and accessories at competitive prices. They specialize in wire mesh decking rack protection products and industrial storage accessories from their Romeoville IL facility.

Wire DeckingRack ProtectionShelvingSelective Pallet Rack

St. Louis Pallet Racking

Supplier·St. Louis, MO

Local specialist in new and used pallet racking in St. Louis. Offers installations, safety inspections, rack removal, and buys used racking.

Selective Pallet RackWire Decking

When to Choose Wire Decking

  • ✓Your fire marshal requires it (most do for rack over 12 feet)
  • ✓Pallets are inconsistent sizes or have damaged bottom boards
  • ✓You store non-palletized items directly on the beams
  • ✓OSHA or your insurance carrier requires a positive stop for stored loads
  • ✓You're building out new rack and want to meet code from the start

Key Specs to Ask About

  • •Deck size (must match beam span and depth — typically 42"x46" or 42"x52")
  • •Wire gauge (heavier gauge = higher capacity, typically 14-6 gauge)
  • •Capacity rating (usually 2,000-3,000 lbs UDL per deck)
  • •Waterfall edge vs. flared channel (determines how it seats on the beam)
  • •Number of support channels (crossbars underneath — more = higher capacity)
  • •Galvanized vs. powder-coated finish

How It Compares

FactorWire Decking
Fire code complianceYes — allows sprinkler water to pass through
Pallet supportProvides solid surface for damaged or undersized pallets
Typical capacity2,000-3,500 lbs UDL per deck
InstallationDrop-in — no tools required for waterfall style
AlternativesPlywood (blocked by most fire codes), bare beams (risk of pallet fall-through)

Wire decking isn't really competing against an alternative — it's a near-universal accessory for pallet rack. The question is whether you install it now or wait for the fire marshal to tell you to.

Did you know?

Every day, approximately 500 freight trains pass through the Chicago metro area. That's more than any other city in the world. The rail yards around Joliet and Elwood are why there's a warehouse every quarter mile along I-55.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is wire decking required by code?
It depends on your jurisdiction, but in most cases — yes. NFPA 13 (the fire sprinkler standard) and IFC/IBC building codes require that rack storage allow sprinkler water to penetrate through shelving to reach lower levels. Wire mesh does this; solid shelves don't. Your fire marshal will tell you whether it's required in your facility.
What's the difference between waterfall and flared channel wire decking?
Waterfall decking has bent edges that drape over the front and rear beams — it's the most common type and drops in without tools. Flared channel decking has welded channel supports that sit inside the beam step, creating a flush surface. Waterfall is easier to install and remove; flared channel is more stable under heavy or uneven loads.
How much weight can wire decking hold?
Standard decks range from 2,000-2,500 lbs uniformly distributed load (UDL). Heavy-duty options go up to 3,500+ lbs. UDL assumes the weight is spread evenly across the deck surface. If you're placing concentrated point loads (like a single heavy item in the center), the effective capacity is lower. Check the manufacturer's derating chart.
How many wire decking suppliers are in Illinois?
We currently list 8 companies offering wire decking in Illinois. This number grows as we expand our directory. Nearby states may have additional options.
Did you know?

A single fire sprinkler head can dump 25 gallons of water per minute. Without wire decking, your top rack level becomes a swimming pool and the sprinkler can't reach the fire below.

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