Glossary of dexion terminology, Deepstor – Dexion DEEPSTOR DEIVE-IN PALLET RACKING User Manual
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Deepstor
User Instructions
 
 
ISSUE 1
User Instruction
AUGUST 2003
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GLOSSARY OF DEXION TERMINOLOGY
The following terms are referred to within this guide. 
 
Rack/Block: 
The complete structure, in length, depth and height, consisting all lanes and 
levels from the front of the rack to the back. 
 
Lane: 
A proportion of the rack separated by support frames includes all levels in
the
height.
 
Level: 
An individual storage level within a lane. Could be either at floor level or at 
a raised level where the pallets are stored on pallet rails. 
 
Pallet Rails: 
Horizontal supports either side of a lane to support pallets at raised levels.
 
Support Arms: 
Cantilever brackets that attach to the rack uprights to support the beam rail.
 
Bracing: 
Fitted within selected lanes at the top, rear and lane sides to provide the 
structure with necessary stability. 
 
Stop the truck: 
The expression “stop the truck” means that the drive is neutralised and the 
brake is applied. 
 
Drive slowly: 
The expression “drive slowly” means travelling at a speed not exceeding 
2.5km/h. 
 
FLT 
Fork Lift Truck
 
FLT Clearance: 
Clearance between Support Arm / Rail and the widest part of the forklift 
truck (i.e. mast or driver cab). 
