Cantilever Racking
- HEGERLS
- Xinhe Industrial Park, Hebei, China
Cantilever Racking Structure & Materials
Uprights: Made from high-strength H-beams or specially designed cold-rolled C-section steel profiles, welded back-to-back for enhanced load-bearing capacity.
Arms: Constructed from square tubes, cold-rolled steel, or H-beams. Arm connections are either plug-in or bolted to suit operational needs.
Base: Made from H-beams or custom profiles, securely bolted to the uprights and anchored to the ground using expansion bolts.
Back Braces: Diagonal and horizontal braces enhances the system's stability and load resistance.
Key Features of HEGERLS Cantilever Racks
Ideal for Long and Irregular Items
Specifically designed for storing long-shaped, circular, plate-type, and irregular heavy materials
Suitable for items such as steel pipes, wood planks, aluminum profiles, and furniture components
High Load Capacity & Flexibility
Cantilever arm length: 1.0 – 1.2 meters
Loading capacity per arm: up to 1 ton
Maximum column height: 10 meters
Available in light, medium, and heavy-duty versions
Customizable Configuration
Fully customizable to meet specific warehouse layouts and storage needs
Optional steel or wooden decking on arms for handling non-long goods
Center column design creates unlimited horizontal space
Indoor & Outdoor Use
Optional hot-dip galvanized surface for outdoor environments
Can be installed with roofing or canopy to protect from wind, rain, and sunlight
Efficient Loading & Unloading
Supports use with side-loading forklifts and other specialized equipment
Provides easy visual inventory access and fast loading/unloading operations
Ideal for narrow aisles and low-ceiling warehouses
Excellent Structural Stability
Large and heavy base design improves overall stability
Strong connection between uprights and cantilever arms ensures long-term safety
Designed to meet standard and seismic application requirements
It is suitable for MDF and tube storage. The loading of each arm could reach 1000kgs.
The height of post could reach 10m high.
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Load Classifications
Cantilever racking systems are available in three types based on loading capacity:
Light-Duty: For loads up to 300 kg per arm, ideal for lightweight pipes or wood.
Medium-Duty: For loads up to 600 kg per arm.
Heavy-Duty: For heavy loads up to 1,500 kg per arm and up to 3,000 kg per upright.
Note: Arms are vertically adjustable in 100mm increments for flexible storage configuration.
Typical Specifications (Reference)
Type | Upright Specs (mm) | Upright Height (mm) | Arm Specs (mm) | Arm Length (mm) | Load per Arm (kg) |
Light-Duty | 50×100×2.0 | ≤1800 | 40×60×1.5 | ≤700 | ≤150 |
60×120×2.0 | ≤2000 | 40×80×1.5 | ≤1000 | ≤250 | |
40×80×1.5 | ≤300 | ||||
Medium-Duty | 70×140×2.0 | ≤2500 | 50×100×2.0 | ≤1100 | ≤350 |
50×120×1.5 | ≤400 | ||||
50×120×2.0 | ≤450 | ||||
80×180×2.0 | ≤3000 | 50×140×1.5 | ≤1200 | ≤500 | |
50×140×2.0 | ≤600 | ||||
Heavy-Duty | 100×200×2.5 | ≤3500 | 100×100×2.0 | ≤1300 | ≤1000 |
60×160×2.0 | ≤1500 |
Application Scenarios
Wood and timber yards
Pipe and tubing storage
Steel and metal fabricators
Furniture warehouses
Building material distribution centers
Irregular goods storage
This racking system is compatible with forklifts, side-loading trucks, cranes, or manual handling depending on your warehouse operation mode.
Case Study
GJ Electrical | Customized Heavy-Duty Cantilever Racking Project
To efficiently store long and irregular electrical components such as cable reels, metal conduits, and panel materials, GJ Electrical, a leading manufacturer of industrial electrical equipment, partnered with HEGERLS to implement a heavy-duty cantilever racking system.
The project was customized based on GJ’s specific storage requirements and limited warehouse space. HEGERLS provided a tailored racking system featuring:
Double-sided cantilever arms for maximum space usage
Hot-dip galvanized surface treatment for enhanced durability
1.2m arm length, with each arm supporting up to 1 ton of load
This project enabled GJ Electrical to modernize their warehouse layout while meeting the high-frequency demands of industrial order fulfillment.
FAQ
What are cantilever racks?
Cantilever racks are a type of warehouse racking system designed to store long, bulky, or irregularly shaped items such as pipes, lumber, steel bars, and furniture. Unlike traditional pallet racking, cantilever racks use horizontal arms that extend from vertical columns to hold the load, offering easy access and flexible storage without front obstructions.
Does cantilever racking need to be bolted down?
Yes, cantilever racks must be securely bolted to the floor to ensure stability and safety, especially under heavy loads or forklift operation. The base of the rack is typically anchored using expansion bolts or chemical anchors to prevent tipping or shifting during loading and unloading.
What are the Limitations of Cantilever Racks?
The cantilever racks are designed exclusively for long or rolled items such as lumber, pipes, or coils.
Requires handling equipment with wide fork spacing, such as side-loading forklifts.
Height is typically limited to below 6 meters due to structural and operational considerations.
Lower space utilization, generally ranging from 35% to 50% compared to other racking systems.
Storage type is specific, mainly for long, narrow, or cylindrical goods.
What is the difference between a cantilever rack and a pallet rack?
The key difference lies in what they are designed to store and how they are structured:
Cantilever racks are open-front systems ideal for long or awkward items like pipes and timber. They use extended arms instead of shelves.
Pallet racks are enclosed systems designed for palletized goods, with horizontal beams supporting pallet loads across multiple levels.
How to choose the right cantilever racking manufacturer?
When selecting a cantilever racking manufacturer, consider the following:
Engineering capability: Can they provide custom solutions for your material types, weight, and warehouse layout?
Material quality: Look for manufacturers using high-grade steel and certified production processes.
Load testing & safety: Ensure they follow international safety standards and provide test data.
After-sales support: Choose a supplier that offers installation guidance, maintenance support, and long-term service.
Experience: A manufacturer with a proven track record in your industry (e.g., construction, metal fabrication, furniture) is often more reliable.
HEGERLS offers customizable cantilever racking systems backed by almost 30 years of experience in material handling and warehouse storage solutions. We have production base, R&D base, and headquarters in China, and can offer one-stop warehouse storage solutions. Contact us for more information.
Looking for a solution for long or irregular-shaped goods?
HEGERLS Cantilever Racking offers strength, flexibility, and efficiency — all in one system. Contact us today to customize your racking system based on your storage needs.
