SKL Metal Systems is a racking supplier in Malaysia providing a broad range of physical warehouse and industrial storage systems. Our solutions include selective pallet racking, drive-in racking, double-deep pallet racking, heavy-duty storage racking, cantilever racking, multi-tier systems and steel structure platforms.
Our support goes beyond supplying rack components. Depending on the confirmed project scope, we help customers review storage requirements, assess a suitable system direction, discuss layout and configuration, supply the required system, carry out installation and provide maintenance support.
Different warehouses need different storage systems. A facility storing palletised goods with hundreds of SKUs has a different requirement from a factory storing bulky loose items, long steel profiles or smaller goods picked manually across several levels.
For that reason, we start by understanding what needs to be stored, how heavy and large the goods are, how frequently they need to be accessed, how they are handled and how much warehouse space is available. The objective is to match the storage system to the actual operation rather than recommend one rack type for every application.
SKL Metal Systems was established in 2007 and is based in Penang. Our service scope includes design direction, supply, installation and maintenance for industrial racking and storage systems. You can learn more about SKL Metal Systems or contact our team about a racking project.
Our racking range covers pallet storage, high-density storage, heavy loose goods, long materials, multi-level picking and additional elevated space. The correct system depends on the stock profile and operating requirement rather than the warehouse size alone.
Selective pallet racking is suitable when direct access to individual pallet positions is important. It is particularly relevant to warehouses handling many SKUs or pallets that are retrieved and replenished frequently.
Pallet dimensions, maximum pallet load, rack levels, available clear height, aisle width and forklift operation should be reviewed before the layout is finalised.
View Selective Pallet RackingDrive-in racking is designed for higher-density pallet storage where larger quantities of similar goods are stored across fewer SKUs.
Our drive-in system uses a common entry and exit with FILO operation. Pallet quantity, SKU profile, lane depth, stock rotation and forklift access should therefore be considered together.
View Drive-In RackingDouble-deep racking stores pallets two positions deep. It can be assessed when greater pallet density is required but the operation still needs more accessibility than a deep-lane system.
Suitable reach equipment is required to access rear pallet positions, so forklift capability, aisle planning, pallets per SKU and required selectivity are important considerations.
View Double-Deep Pallet RackingHeavy-duty storage racking is suited to large, heavy, bulky, long or awkward goods that need organised shelf-level storage and direct access.
The appropriate configuration depends on the dimensions of the stored goods, intended loading, rack depth, shelf span, number of levels and the way items are handled.
View Heavy-Duty Storage RackingCantilever racking provides open-front storage for long materials such as pipes, tubes, timber, aluminium extrusions and structural profiles.
Material length, bundle dimensions, weight, load distribution, number of storage levels, loading method and single- or double-sided access should be confirmed before configuration.
View Cantilever RackingMulti-tier racking makes use of available warehouse height by creating additional storage and manual-picking levels within the same building footprint.
It is particularly relevant to suitable small and medium-sized goods. The layout should consider picking workflow, replenishment, stairs, handrails, safety gates and movement between levels.
View Multi-Tier RackingA steel structure platform creates an additional elevated usable level rather than conventional rack storage positions. It can be assessed when a warehouse requires additional storage, working or other planned space above the existing floor.
Platform dimensions, clear height, intended upper-level use, required loading, clear area below, stairs, machinery, existing racking and column restrictions should be discussed before the project direction is confirmed.
View Steel Structure PlatformThe main storage structure may also require accessories and protection according to the rack configuration and operating environment.
Our current range includes components such as base plates, pallet stoppers, pallet support bars, beam protectors, safety barriers and column guards.
View Racking Accessories & ProtectionThe systems below illustrate different physical storage directions available from SKL. The final configuration for each customer should still be based on actual warehouse dimensions, stored goods, loads and handling requirements.
Our role as a racking supplier is not limited to quoting the rack type named in an enquiry. Before a direction is confirmed, the storage system should be checked against the goods, loading, access requirements, material-handling equipment and available warehouse space.
We need to understand whether the goods are palletised, boxed, loose, bulky, awkward or long, together with their dimensions and intended loading.
The number of SKUs and quantity stored per SKU can determine whether direct access or greater storage density should take priority.
Frequent access, pallet replenishment and the required stock-rotation method influence whether selective or higher-density systems are suitable.
Floor area, clear height, columns, doors and fixed obstructions affect rack positions, aisle space and usable storage levels.
Forklift type, lift height, reach capability and aisle requirements can directly affect the racking system and proposed layout.
Where relevant, expected changes in storage quantities or stock profile should be discussed so the immediate layout is considered in context.
Each system addresses a different storage requirement. This comparison is useful for initial selection, but final configuration must be based on actual project information.
| Storage Requirement | System to Assess | Main Benefit | Important Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Many palletised SKUs | Selective Pallet Racking | Direct access to individual pallets | Aisle space and forklift operation |
| Fewer SKUs with many pallets | Drive-In Racking | Higher-density pallet storage | FILO rotation and deep-lane forklift access |
| Several pallets per SKU | Double-Deep Racking | Greater pallet density than standard selective layouts | Suitable reach equipment and reduced direct access |
| Large, bulky or varied loose goods | Heavy-Duty Storage Racking | Direct, adjustable shelf-level storage | Goods dimensions and intended loading |
| Pipes, timber, bars and profiles | Cantilever Racking | Open-front long-material storage | Material length, support and load distribution |
| Manual picking using warehouse height | Multi-Tier Racking | Multiple vertical storage levels | Picking workflow, stairs and access |
| Additional elevated usable floor area | Steel Structure Platform | Creates an upper storage or working level | Intended use, loading and site conditions |
A professional racking project connects product selection with the way the warehouse actually stores and handles goods. Our involvement can begin before the rack type is finalised and continue through supply, installation and maintenance according to the agreed project scope.
We review what is being stored, dimensions, loading, SKU quantities, access frequency, handling method and required capacity.
Available dimensions, clear height, columns, doors, fixed obstructions and existing storage conditions are considered.
We assess which racking or storage direction is relevant to the confirmed stock profile and operating requirement.
Rack positions, storage levels, aisle access and relevant site constraints can then be discussed as part of the project scope.
We prepare the proposal around the confirmed storage information, intended configuration and agreed scope.
The agreed racking system and applicable components are supplied according to the confirmed project requirements.
We have our own installation team to install racking according to the proposed layout and agreed installation scope.
Maintenance support is available for racking and storage systems where required within the confirmed service scope.
A complete warehouse does not necessarily need the same rack type in every zone. Different inventory groups can have different access, loading and handling requirements.
For example, a manufacturing warehouse may assess selective pallet racking for frequently accessed finished-goods pallets, drive-in racking for repeated palletised stock, heavy-duty racking for loose components and cantilever storage for long raw materials. Where suitable, multi-tier racking or a steel structure platform can address vertical-space requirements separately.
The overall arrangement should also take account of receiving and dispatch areas, forklift routes, pedestrian movement, columns, doors, staging space, fixed equipment and usable clear height.
For additional guidance on using existing warehouse space, read our article on increasing warehouse storage capacity without expanding.
A useful racking quotation should begin with actual warehouse and inventory information rather than only a requested number of rack bays. The more accurate the input, the more meaningful the proposed storage direction can be.
Our capability combines multiple storage-system options with requirement review, supply, installation and maintenance support. This allows customers to discuss different storage requirements within the same warehouse instead of treating every rack category as an unrelated purchase.
SKL Metal Systems has supplied industrial racking and storage products since 2007.
Our range covers pallet storage, heavy-duty racking, high-density systems, long-material storage, multi-tier racking and structural platforms.
Our own installation team supports installation according to the proposed project layout and confirmed scope.
Our stated service scope includes design direction, supply, installation and maintenance for racking and storage solutions.
Our headquarters is in Penang, and we supply and support industrial storage requirements in Malaysia as well as ASEAN markets. For more detailed warehouse-system guidance, explore our warehouse racking and storage solutions.
Share your warehouse dimensions, stored-item details, pallet or item load, required capacity and handling method. We can review the information and discuss which racking direction should be assessed before the project scope and quotation are finalised.
Request a Racking Consultation & Quotation How We Select a Racking SystemIn summary, choosing a racking supplier in Malaysia should involve more than comparing rack prices or product photographs. A suitable solution starts with understanding the stored goods, loading, SKU profile, access requirements, handling equipment and available warehouse space.
SKL Metal Systems provides multiple racking and storage directions—from selective, drive-in and double-deep pallet racking to heavy-duty storage, cantilever racking, multi-tier systems and steel structure platforms—supported by requirement review, supply, installation and maintenance within the confirmed project scope.