Cantilever rack

Cantilever racks are storage equipment specifically used for storing long, large or irregularly shaped goods (such as steel pipes, wood, plates, plastic profiles, etc.). They are characterized by the absence of front columns to block the goods, and the racks support the goods through cantilevers, which is convenient for lateral loading and unloading.

1. Structure and types of cantilever racks

(1) Basic structure

• Columns: usually made of heavy steel, providing the main support.
• Cantilever: adjustable angle or length to accommodate different cargo sizes.
• Single cantilever: single-sided support, suitable for storage against a wall.
• Double cantilever: double-sided support, suitable for independent racks, with double-sided access.
• Base: enhances stability and prevents the rack from tipping over.

(2) Common types

2. Advantages of cantilever shelves

• Easy to access: no column blocking, forklift or vehicle can directly load and unload sideways.
• Strong adaptability: can store overlong, overweight or irregular goods (such as pipes, furniture, building materials).
• High space utilization: suitable for vertical stacking, reducing aisle occupancy.
• Scalability: The cantilever length and number of layers can be adjusted to meet different needs.

3. Applicable industries and goods

• Manufacturing: steel, aluminum, plastic profiles, pipes.
• Building materials industry: wood, stone, glass, PVC sheets.
• Logistics and warehousing: furniture, machinery and equipment, auto parts.
• Others: shipbuilding, aerospace parts storage.

4. Safety use specifications of cantilever shelves

Load limit: Overloading is strictly prohibited, and the shelves must be stored according to the rated load-bearing capacity.
Cargo placement:

• The center of gravity is close to the column to avoid uneven force on the cantilever.
• Place long cargo evenly at both ends to prevent tilting.
• Forklift operation:
• Avoid hitting the cantilever or column during loading and unloading.
• Use forklift attachments (such as side shifters) to improve efficiency.
• Regular inspection: Check whether the bolts and welding points are loose and whether the cantilever is deformed.