The heavy-duty shelving for individual storage of heavy products.
Heavy-duty shelves are characterized by a significantly higher load capacity than normal standard shelves in the shelving warehouse . They are made of solid steel and can often hold several tons (up to 5 tons) in weight. This means that heavy goods and items such as machines or pallets can be stored reliably. Heavy-duty shelves can also optimally store extremely long items in the form of cantilever shelves . The length of goods can be up to 8m per base section.
This is how much the heavy-duty shelf can withstand.
The load on the various heavy-duty racks is given in two different categories. One is the bay load and the other is the compartment load. The bay load applies to the entire rack and requires, among other things, that the load is evenly distributed in the pallet rack itself. The usual requirements for storing heavy goods apply here. The bay load can reach up to 26 tonnes - depending on the rack - depending on the upright profile. However, special requirements apply for such high loads, so please contact us here. The compartment load, on the other hand, is calculated per level and per compartment of a rack. Even with the compartment load, an even load on the compartment is preferable. The galvanized mount of the individual compartments offers further safety due to the hardness and resilience of the material and makes your warehouse particularly durable.
What is important when buying a heavy-duty shelving unit?
The first question is - what do I need the heavy-duty shelving for? The answer to this question makes it easy to determine the category. The areas in which heavy-duty shelving is used are very diverse and are anywhere where heavy and bulky items need to be stored. Examples of this are garages, warehouses or even basements. If there is a need to store pallets or bulky items, pallet racking is the preferred option. If the items are extra long, cantilever racking is the ideal option. However, it is also possible to store small products that weigh a lot in shelving units .
High transverse stiffening of the heavy-duty shelves thanks to the matching traverse
Each heavy-duty rack can be ordered in individual heights, storage depths and widths. The integrated crossbar and cross diagonals mean that the rack offers very high stability, even against lateral loads. Different colors were used for the racks to make it easier to find your way around the storage areas. This means that all workers in the warehouse can immediately recognize the individual levels and orient themselves accordingly. Thanks to suitable accessories such as guard rails and impact protection in corresponding signal colors, securing the warehouse is child's play. You can find suitable accessories for every pallet rack in our range and install them easily and without much effort. The racks can also be adapted to your individual needs with extensions. This creates the right storage area for Euro pallets with a wide variety of containers.
Frequently asked questions about heavy-duty shelving
How difficult is it to assemble the heavy-duty shelves?
We are also at your side as a partner when it comes to assembly. Our shelf assembly department offers you uncomplicated handling. The difficulty that usually arises is when the shelves exceed a certain height and then securing them is necessary. Anyone who does not have the necessary equipment and the corresponding experience can reach their limits here. This is where experts are needed to assemble and secure the shelf over several levels.
Are the heavy-duty shelves very durable?
Thanks to the high load-bearing capacity and the choice of materials - including galvanized, the heavy-duty shelves can also be used in industrial storage without any problems. If there is a need to place the heavy-duty shelves outdoors, there are also optimal solutions for your ideas based on the galvanized materials. However, if there are special environmental variables, it is still a good idea to consult us before purchasing. In the chemical industry in particular, the requirements for materials and material components are often higher and must be clarified separately.
How does the heavy-duty outdoor shelving stay rust-free?
The materials are usually galvanized. For coated materials, we recommend that the products are placed in halls, garages or storage rooms. This way you can ensure that different items can be stored in a way that suits the space available.
Is it necessary for the shear load racks to be secured to the floor?
This depends primarily on the height of the shelf and its load. As a guideline, a heavy-duty shelf must always be secured if the height of the shelf is four times higher than its depth. In such cases, the shelf must be secured against tipping over. This can be done using solid floor anchors or by attaching it to the wall. There is no such direct guideline for cantilever shelves or shelving units . These can also be placed in the middle of the room.
Do you need your heavy-duty shelving assembled?
Not every customer can or wants to assemble their heavy-duty shelving themselves. We understand this and therefore offer to assemble the desired shelves and add-on shelves for our customers. After mutual agreement, the shelves are professionally assembled and secured if necessary. You don't have to worry about anything else and can then simply use your heavy-duty shelving . Please feel free to contact our experts ( shelf assembly )
