Engineered Industrial Racking Systems for Safe and Compliant Storage
Wintek Engineering provides professionally designed and reviewed industrial racking systems that meet Ontario’s health and safety standards while maximizing space, safety, and efficiency in warehouses, plants, and storage facilities.
Whether you’re installing new pallet racks, modifying existing shelving, or responding to a Ministry of Labour requirement, our team ensures that your system is engineered for safety and optimized for your facility’s layout and operations.
Why Racking Systems Require Engineering Review
In Ontario, any new or modified storage racking systems over 2.4 metres (8 feet) in height typically require a PreStart Health and Safety Review (PHSR) to comply with Regulation 851. This regulation ensures that structural integrity, anchorage, and loading are verified before the system is used in the workplace.
Wintek helps you:
- Ensure compliance with OHSA and applicable CSA standards
- Avoid costly enforcement actions or retrofits
- Design safer material handling operations
- Improve workflow and reduce risk of product or equipment damage
We provide support from initial layout to final inspection.
Comprehensive Racking System Design and Review
Our engineering team supports a wide range of warehouse pallet racking systems and industrial storage structures. We assess and design:
- Selective pallet racks
- Double-deep racking
- Drive-in and drive-through systems
- Cantilever racks
- Push-back and gravity flow systems
- Mezzanine-supported shelving
- Custom steel storage structures
Each project includes:
- Structural load calculations
- Anchoring and slab compatibility review
- Seismic considerations (where applicable)
- Compatibility with lift truck or automation systems
- Fall protection and guardrails (if needed)
Whether you’re retrofitting an older building or building out a new facility, we tailor our recommendations to your layout, product types, and future growth plans.
Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews for Racking Systems
If your racking system is newly installed, relocated, or significantly modified, a PHSR may be required before use. Wintek provides full-service support:
- Site inspection and measurements
- Review of manufacturer specifications and installation drawings
- Evaluation of installation quality (e.g. leveling, anchorage, bracing)
- Load capacity and layout validation
- Stamped PHSR report compliant with Ontario requirements
Our goal is to provide clear, actionable documentation that allows you to move forward with confidence — and compliance.
Optimizing Storage Racking Systems for Real-World Operations
Beyond safety and compliance, our engineering services ensure your storage racking systems work for your operations. We consider:
- Product dimensions and turnover rate
- Equipment access and clearances
- Picking and replenishment efficiency
- Traffic flow and aisle width
- Expansion flexibility
We also coordinate with contractors and rack suppliers to align installation with approved design and loading criteria.
Industries We Serve
Our engineered industrial racking systems have been deployed across:
- Warehousing and logistics centers
- Manufacturing and assembly plants
- Food and beverage distribution
- Automotive and parts suppliers
- Municipal service yards
- Commercial and institutional storage areas
No two storage environments are alike — which is why our solutions are always site-specific and code-compliant.
Why Choose Wintek Engineering for Racking Systems?
- Licensed Professional Engineers with expertise in structural and industrial systems
- PHSR compliance with OHSA and CSA A344 standards
- Deep knowledge of racking manufacturers and system types
- Real-world solutions that prioritize function and safety
- Quick turnaround for time-sensitive installations or inspections
We bring clarity, efficiency, and peace of mind to your racking projects — whether small scale or facility-wide.
Let’s Get Your Racking System Compliant
Need a review, upgrade, or engineering stamp for your industrial racking system?
Contact Wintek today to book a site assessment or request a PHSR.
Call Us Today at 519-884-7999 to Book Your PHSR