Sterling, IL – October 9, 2026 – Mallard Manufacturing, a leading provider of gravity flow solutions for warehousing and distribution, has introduced the Pallet Access Cart (PAC), a floor-mounted pull-out cart designed to improve access to cartons and cases stored on floor-level pallets beneath single-deep pallet rack.Floor-level case picking can be challenging for warehouse workers. As cartons are picked and the pallet empties, cartons at the rear and lower levels become difficult to reach. Workers may have to bend and reach beneath the first rack beam to retrieve them, slowing the picking process and increasing the risk of strain and injury.The Pallet Access Cart provides a practical alternative by bringing palletized inventory out into the aisle for easier access. When picking is complete, the cart is simply pushed back beneath the first beam.“The Pallet Access Cart brings the pallet to the worker instead of asking the worker to reach under the first rack beam to access cartons,” said Kevin Risch, President of Mallard Manufacturing. “For one customer, floor-level case picking had become enough of a safety concern that hundreds of pallet positions were being left unused. PAC gives workers better access to the pallet while helping put those valuable storage positions back to work.”Better Access. More Usable Pallet Positions.PAC is designed around a straightforward pick-and-return process. The worker uses the removable handle to pull the loaded cart forward along its guide tracks, picks cartons from across the pallet, and then pushes the cart back into position. The system keeps the pallet supported and guided throughout the movement. The cart has a load capacity of up to 1,500 lbs.Additional key features include: Full-Pallet Picking Access – Pulls inventory clear of the rack, allowing workers to pick cartons from the front, back, and sides of the pallet. Removable Pull Handle – Handle can be used from either side of the cart for flexible operation. Smooth, Guided Travel – Dual-wheel assemblies and floor-mounted guide tracks support smooth, aligned cart movement. Full-Support Pallet Deck – Provides a solid surface beneath the pallet, with side guides and an integrated rear stop to help secure the pallet. Floor-Anchored Design – The PAC frame anchors securely to the warehouse floor for proper operation.Addressing a Familiar Case-Picking ChallengeThe PAC addresses a familiar challenge in distribution facilities across the food and beverage, healthcare and medical supply, retail and omnichannel distribution, consumer packaged goods, and more sectors. As operations look to maximize available warehouse space, difficult-to-access floor-level pallets can leave facilities with a choice: either leave valuable pallet positions unused or raise the lowest beam level, thereby sacrificing storage capacity.The Pallet Access Cart provides a better option, helping keep those floor-level pallet positions accessible for case picking and in productive use.AvailabilityThe Pallet Access Cart is available now through Mallard Manufacturing. Customers are encouraged to contact Mallard to discuss pallet rack layouts, pallet loads, and floor-level case-picking requirements.Product Page: Pallet Access CartContact Us: Talk to a Space SpecialistAbout Mallard ManufacturingFounded in 1960, Mallard Manufacturing is a leading international provider of engineered material handling solutions, specializing in gravity flow storage systems, including pallet flow, carton flow, and a number of specialty order-fulfillment applications. In 2024, we proudly joined the MacLean-Fogg family of companies, reinforcing our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products that meet our customers' evolving operational needs.Based in Illinois, our state-of-the-art manufacturing and testing facilities combine advanced equipment, automation, and skilled manufacturing expertise. Our dedicated test center also enables customers to participate in real-time product testing, helping confirm solutions are configured for their specific application.