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Maximize Tire Storage with the Right Shelving System
Your Floor Space Isn’t the Problem — It’s Your Shelving System.
Tires stacked in corners. Rows jammed tight with little room to move. Overflow eating into workspace. If this sounds familiar, it’s not because of the floor space— but because the racking isn’t built for the job.
The Real Problems with Tire Storage
Tires are bulky. And without the right shelving system, you run into problems fast:
- Wasted vertical space. Most setups don’t take full advantage of ceiling height. That’s square footage you’re already paying for — and not using.
- Clumsy layouts. Poor shelf spacing or rigid designs force you to build around the rack instead of the other way around.
- No room to grow. You start with one setup, but as volume increases, your system can’t scale.
- Hard to access. If your team struggles to pull or restock inventory, productivity takes a hit — especially in high-turnover environments like tire shops or service centers.
The Unirack Advantage — Built for Tire Storage
When it comes to storing tires, most general-purpose shelving falls short. Unirack is a highly customizable system that could be your perfect tire storage setup.
From local garages to national brands, we’ve worked with operations across the industry to solve their tire storage challenges. Our Unirack systems are in use at Toyota, Ford, Maserati, Volkswagen, OK Tire, Volvo, Chrysler, and more.
Here’s why Unirack works where others don’t:
1. Modular Design That Grows With You
Most racking systems are static — once they’re up, reconfiguring them is a major project.
Unirack is different. It’s built on a modular frame, which means:
- You can start small and expand later without replacing the whole setup.
- Need to go taller? Add levels — up to 8 meters high.
- Moving locations? Unbolt, reconfigure, and reinstall it to fit your new space.
That flexibility means your investment doesn’t go to waste when your storage needs change.
2. Purpose-Built for Tires
Our standard rounded tire beams ( no sharp corners ) are designed to store tires securely while allowing easy access. That solves two issues at once:
- No more awkward stacking that eats space and creates safety risks.
- Faster access for your team, whether you’re picking for install or restocking.
This small hardware change makes a major difference in day-to-day use.
3. Heavy-Duty Where It Counts
Tires are heavy. Especially in bulk.
Unirack uses 3.1-certified high-tensile steel, engineered to meet EN10204 structural standards — the same level you’d expect in demanding industrial environments.
- That means no bowing, and reliable performance even under heavy loads.
- It’s a system you can trust to hold up long term.
4. Galvanized for Durability
Tire storage often happens in less-than-perfect environments.
That’s why every part of the Unirack system — from the frames to the beams is finished in galvanized steel.
- Rust-resistant and ideal for humidity, temperature swings, and long-term exposure.
- Low maintenance and built for environments that aren’t always climate-controlled.
5. Smart Layouts That Make Daily Work Easier
Unirack is designed specifically for hand-loaded storage — not just adapted from pallet racking. That makes a real difference when it comes to how space is used and how work gets done.
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1.85″ beams (instead of the 4–5″ typical in pallet racking) reduce wasted vertical space and let you store more tires per bay.
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Its modular design means you can adjust shelf spacing for different tire sizes or mix tires and rims in the same system.
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Shelf heights are easy to reconfigure, especially useful for seasonal stock rotations.
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Better ergonomics for staff — no awkward lifts or overreaching.
And because it’s more space-efficient and purpose-built, Unirack is often more cost-effective than trying to adapt standard pallet racking to tire storage.
Tire storage isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” problem — but the wrong racking will treat it that way.
With Unirack, we help teams reclaim space, work more efficiently, and stay flexible as operations grow or change.
Not sure if your layout is the issue? Book a free site visit consultation.
we’ll walk the space with you and show what a better tire storage setup could look like.
Contact ShelvingMate to schedule a site visit or discuss your tire storage needs:
905.497.6497 | Toll Free: 1.855.497.7463
At ShelvingMate, we offer a wide range of storage solutions, including pallet racking, mezzanine systems, catwalks, different types of shelving, lifts, and automation technologies like Rover ASRS, 4D Pallet Shuttle, Conveyors, Semi-Automatic Shuttle, and Pick-to-Light systems. Whether you’re optimizing warehouse space or enhancing organization, we have the right solution for your needs.