Atlanta Pallet Rack
New Flared Wire Decks
Flared Wire Decks offer sturdy and efficient storage solutions for structural or box beams. Perfectly suited for pallet racking with box or structural beams where no step is available for load distribution — the flared ends secure directly on top of the beam for a stable, reliable fit.
Exact price for your selected depth/length/size combination is confirmed on your quote — the range above covers all 14 available sizes.
Key Features
Engineered to Fit Right
Built to fit right and provide strength — the flared ends ensure a secure fit on top of box or structural beams.
Available in Various Designs
A range of sizes and capacities to fit different box and structural beam configurations.
Compatible With Box & Structural Beams
Perfectly suited for pallet racking systems using box or structural beams, where no step is available for load distribution.
No Tools Required
Easy installation — drops into place with no fasteners needed for a standard installation.
Meets Local Fire Code Requirements
The mesh design allows water to pass through, reducing the time to activate the sprinkler system in the event of a fire.
Manufactured In-House
Built at our own 500,000 sq ft Conyers, GA facility — not sourced through a third-party reseller — so you get factory-direct pricing and a manufacturer who can answer real technical questions about the product.
Top Benefits of Using Wire Decks
Safety — enhances safety by preventing products from slipping past the racking system and allows water to pass through in case of fire. Stability — provides stability for stored pallets, especially split or open cases, and ensures evenly distributed weight across the beam length. Longevity — unlike wood boards, wire mesh decking is wear-resistant and long-lasting. Improved Airflow — critical for storing temperature and moisture-sensitive products. Cost-Effective — compared to alternatives like wood or particle board. Better Lighting — the mesh design allows lights to pass through, improving visibility for order fulfillment.
Choosing the Right Wire Deck
Depth Matches Your Upright
Wire deck depth should match your upright depth. Quick-ship depths are 24″, 36″, 42″, and 48″, with custom sizes available on request.
Box or Structural Beam Compatibility
Flared wire decks are for box or structural beams that don’t have a step. Beams with a step should use Standard Wire Decks instead.
Wire Pattern & Material
2.5″ x 4″ wire pattern, US-made 7-gauge galvanized wire, with 14 or 16 gauge brace material depending on the size selected.
Width Options
Standard widths are 46″, 52″, and 58″ — the exact width available depends on the depth you select.
How Flared Wire Decks Fit
Flared channel decking looks like a waterfall and drops in place on top of box or structural beams. The flared ends secure directly on top of the beam, providing a stable, reliable fit — no tools, bolts, or fasteners needed for a standard installation.
Technical Specifications
| Depth range | 24″ to 48″ (quick-ship); custom depths available on request |
|---|---|
| Width options | 46″, 52″, 58″ — availability depends on depth selected |
| Wire pattern | 2.5″ x 4″ mesh |
| Wire material | US-made, 7-gauge galvanized wire |
| Brace material | 14 gauge and 16 gauge, depending on size selected |
| Channel support | 3-channel or 4-channel support depending on width |
| Beam compatibility | Box or structural beams without a step — use Standard Wire Decks for step beams |
| Finish | Galvanized; powder coating available on request |
| SKU prefix | NFW |
Exact price for a specific depth/length/size combination is confirmed on your quote — this table covers the full range across all 14 available combinations.
Compatibility
Box & Structural Beams
Compatible with most pallet racking systems that use box or structural beams — wherever there’s no step available for load distribution.
Beams With a Step
If your beams have a step (typically 1-5/8″), use Standard Wire Decks instead.
Point Load Applications
Wire mesh decks are designed for evenly distributed loads, not point loads. If your pallets are point-load type, ask about interlock decking or bar grating instead.
Shipping & Lead Time
Quick-ship program available for standard depths (24″, 36″, 42″, 48″). Custom sizes can be manufactured on request with additional lead time.
Also see our New Teardrop Uprights, Pallet Rack Accessories, and Wire Decking Buying Guide for related equipment and sizing help.
New vs. Used Wire Decks
| New Wire Decks | Used Wire Decks | |
|---|---|---|
| Condition | Fresh galvanized finish, no wear | Existing finish, inspected condition — may show wear from prior use |
| Sizes | Any of the 14 depth/length/size combinations shown above | Limited to what’s currently in the used inventory |
| Lead time | Quick-ship program for standard depths | Depends on current stock — check availability with our team |
| Best for | New warehouse builds, standardized layouts, matching a new system | Budget-conscious projects, quick fills, matching an existing used system |
Wire Decking Buying Guide
- 1Match Your Beam Type — most standard step beams (1-5/8″ step) use standard channel wire decks; box and structural beams without a step use Flared Channel wire decks instead.
- 2Match Your Pallet Type — most wire mesh decks are designed for evenly distributed loads, not point loads. If your pallets are point-load type, consider interlock decking or bar grating instead.
- 3Depth Matches Upright Depth — flared quick-ship depths are 24″, 36″, 42″, and 48″.
- 4Width — standard widths are 46″, 52″, and 58″.
- 5Capacity — use a wire deck with the same or higher capacity than your pallet rack beam.
- 6Securing the Deck — flared channel decks drop in place and secure directly on top of the beam via their flared ends — no screwing required for a standard installation.
- 7Installation and Maintenance — wire decks simply drop into place; unlike pallet supports, they take no work to fasten.
- 8Safety — wire decks are not designed to be walked or stood upon, since that creates a point load; the surface can slide, tip, or disengage under lateral motion.
- 9Cost and Budget — wire decks cost more upfront than pallet supports, but their durability means less frequent replacement over time.
- 10Compliance — wire decking improves fire code compliance by allowing water to pass through and reach the product more easily if the sprinkler system activates.
Materials & Construction
Wire pattern: 2.5″ x 4″ mesh, US-made 7-gauge galvanized wire.
Brace material: 14 gauge and 16 gauge, depending on the size selected.
Finish: galvanized as standard; powder coating available on request.
Wire Decking vs. Solid or Wood Decking
More light through — the mesh pattern allows operators to more easily read labels or tags.
Faster fire response — in the event of fire, wire decking reduces the time to activate the sprinkler system, and water passes through easily, reducing overall damage.
Lower cost — wire decking is less expensive than solid metal or wood decking.
Used Flared Wire Deck Inventory
The real inventory page embeds a live, regularly-updated Google Sheet showing current used wire deck stock — that’s a real spreadsheet embed we don’t have the actual URL for, so it isn’t recreated here rather than faked. See the real page directly: Used Wire Decking →
Wire Deck FAQs
When should I use flared wire decks instead of standard?
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Can wire decks be walked on?
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Need Help Choosing?
Not sure whether you need flared or standard wire decks? Our team can recommend the right type based on your beam style and upright depth.
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