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Pallet Rack Manufacturers in New Jersey

Rack manufacturers design and fabricate the actual steel components — uprights, beams, bracing, baseplates, and accessories. They're the start of the supply chain. Buying direct from a manufacturer can save money, but it usually means handling your own layout design and installation. New Jersey has the densest concentration of warehouses on the Eastern Seaboard. The Port of New York and New Jersey (the largest on the East Coast) feeds a massive warehouse corridor along the NJ Turnpike and I-287. Exit 8A of the Turnpike in Cranbury/Monroe has become shorthand for the state's distribution center concentration.

What Does a Manufacturer Do?

Manufacturers produce the raw rack components in their own factories. They roll steel, punch teardrop slots, weld baseplates, and paint (or galvanize) finished frames and beams. Some manufacturers sell direct to end users; others sell exclusively through distributor/supplier networks. The largest ones (Mecalux, Steel King, Ridg-U-Rak, Unarco) operate national sales teams and dealer networks. Smaller regional manufacturers may focus on a specific product line or geographic area.

When to Contact a Manufacturer in New Jersey

  • ✓You're buying a large volume (100+ bays) and want to negotiate direct pricing
  • ✓You need a custom or non-standard rack configuration that off-the-shelf product can't solve
  • ✓You want Made in USA product and want to verify the origin directly
  • ✓You need engineering support (seismic calcs, load analysis) from the people who designed the rack
  • ✓You're specifying rack for a project and want to compare OEM options

Manufacturers in New Jersey (3)

Frazier Industrial Company

Manufacturer·Long Valley, NJ·Est. 1949

Frazier Industrial is the largest producer of 100% structural steel pallet rack systems in North America. With 10 fabrication facilities they serve industries including manufacturing automotive cold storage and e-commerce.

Selective Pallet RackDrive-In RackCantilever RackPush Back RackPallet Flow RackCarton Flow Rack+1 moreMade in USA

Gauer Metal Products, Inc.

Manufacturer·Kenilworth, NJ

Gauer Metal Products was the first manufacturer of carton flow shelving in the world beginning in the 1940s. They manufacture the Flo-Rak carton flow rack system and custom metal fabrication from their Kenilworth NJ facility.

Carton Flow RackShelvingMade in USA

UNEX Manufacturing, Inc.

Manufacturer·Lakewood, NJ

UNEX Manufacturing designs and builds engineered-to-order material handling and storage solutions. They specialize in carton flow systems gravity conveyors and high-density pick storage with over 60 years of experience from their Lakewood NJ facility.

Carton Flow RackPallet Flow RackShelvingMade in USA

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy rack directly from a manufacturer?
It depends on your volume and capability. If you're ordering 200+ bays and have your own layout engineer or installer, buying direct saves money. If you need help with design, permitting, installation, and project management, a supplier/distributor who represents that manufacturer is often worth the markup. Most manufacturers will refer you to a local dealer if your order is too small for direct attention.
What does RMI membership mean for a manufacturer?
RMI (Rack Manufacturers Institute) is the industry standard-setting body. Members agree to manufacture rack that meets ANSI MH16.1 specifications — the national standard for pallet rack design. It's not a guarantee of quality, but it means the manufacturer has committed to meeting published structural standards and has their products independently tested.
How many manufacturers are in New Jersey?
We currently list 3 manufacturers serving New Jersey. Our directory grows regularly as we verify and add companies.
Do I need a permit for pallet rack in New Jersey?
Most jurisdictions in New Jersey require a building permit for rack installations over 6-8 feet tall. This typically requires stamped engineering drawings from a licensed PE. Check with your local building department — requirements vary by city and county.
Did you know?

New Jersey has the highest population density of any US state AND the most Superfund toxic waste sites. It also has the densest concentration of warehouses on the Eastern Seaboard. Coincidence? Probably not.

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