

Can Used Pallet Rack Meet Seismic Code?
It depends… and if so, who carries the risk? Some say that all that’s needed for rack to meet seismic code is oversized footplates. This is an urban legend and only reflects part of the story. What’s required to meet the code? The design requirements for pallet rack structures are defined by the Rack Manufacturers Institute (RMI), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and are referenced by the IBC building codes. Many municipalities require building permits for rack i