Sheet metal storage racks for fiber laser cutting machines

Reclaim Your Workshop Floor: The Herochu Vertical Sheet Metal Storage Solution

In the high-stakes, high-velocity world of modern fabrication, your fiber laser cutting machine is the star performer. But even the most advanced laser grinds to a halt when it’s waiting for its next sheet of metal. Traditional storage—leaning plates against walls, scattered stacks on the floor—is more than an inefficiency; it’s a daily safety hazard, a drain on productivity, and a colossal waste of your most valuable real estate: your workshop floor.

Herochu was founded on a simple, powerful premise: your storage system should be an active partner in your production line, not a passive, space-consuming burden. We don’t just sell sheet metal storage racks for fiber laser cutting machines; we engineer integrated storage ecosystems that streamline your workflow from dock to machine and beyond.

Beyond the Rack: The Herochu Metal Sheet Tower

Imagine a system where your raw materials are presented to your operators, not hunted for. The Herochu Metal Sheet Tower is a vertical automatic storage system designed specifically for this “goods-to-operator” principle. This isn’t a simple shelving unit; it’s a dynamic, high-density heart for your material handling.

Constructed from a massively robust, welded steel structure, each tower is a fortress for your valuable metal stock. We understand that one size does not fit all, which is why the tower’s floor plan and total height (from 5m to an impressive 15m) are fully customizable to your workshop’s exact dimensions and volume needs. The system is intelligently adapted inside for the vertical storage of individual handling units—containers welded and dimensioned to support the formidable weights and standard transport formats of steel plate, with a staggering capacity of 5000kg per level.

The magic lies in the integrated extractor and lifting manipulator. This sophisticated mechanism moves your handling units horizontally from their storage position and vertically to a dedicated transfer point. Here, a strategically designed (and often mobile) dispensing table provides the crucial “lift,” allowing entire bundles of boards to be seamlessly transferred using a standard forklift. For individual sheet retrieval, the system interfaces perfectly with your suction vacuum manipulator or magnet, creating a fluid, automated handoff to your laser cutter.

Whether deployed as a high-flow buffer right beside your cutting machines or as a central inter-operational warehouse, the Metal Sheet Tower transforms chaotic storage into a predictable, high-availability inventory system. It’s ideal for storing not only sheets but also steel bars, profiles, pipes, heavy accessories, and semi-finished products, maximizing your vertical airspace while minimizing your operational footprint.

Precision and Accessibility: The Herochu Roll Out Sheet Rack

For workshops requiring unparalleled manual access and organizational flexibility, the Herochu Roll Out Sheet Rack is a masterclass in intelligent design. This system optimizes both floor and vertical space with a focus on safety and rapid retrieval.

The core of its innovation is the full-extension drawer. Each drawer opens 100%, providing complete, unobstructed access to the entire sheet, eliminating the dangerous and cumbersome struggle of pulling heavy plates from a fixed shelf. Every drawer features a secure lock-in, lock-out mechanism, ensuring that only one drawer can be opened at a time, preventing tipping and protecting your team.

Built with a modular ethos, our Roll Out Racks are inherently future-proof. They are flexible by design, allowing you to easily add or remove drawers, reconfigure layouts, and repurpose the units as your production needs evolve—no need to abandon or rebuild. With a standard height of 2440mm and the ability to accommodate up to 13 drawers in a single rack, the storage density is exceptional. Rear loading is standard across all models, facilitating easy unloading, while the high-quality, durable powder-coat paint ensures long-term resilience in an industrial environment.

Key Specifications & Customization:

• Standard Models: Available in 7 models, from a compact 1220mm x 1220mm to a expansive 1830mm x 3660mm.

• Robust Capacity: Each drawer boasts a Uniform Distributed Load (UDL) capacity of 2,268kg.

• Total Flexibility: Options include hinged or double-hinged frames, combinations of drawer and fixed levels, removable stoppers, and specialized cradles for cylinders. Protect sensitive materials with UHMW protective lining or opt for wire mesh or solid tops for your drawers.

Your Partner in Certified, Customizable Storage

Every Herochu storage solution, from the fully automated Tower to the manual Roll Out Rack, is a testament to our commitment to quality and safety. We are proud to hold CE, UE, and ISO 9001 certifications, guaranteeing that our products meet the most rigorous international standards for performance and workplace safety.

Starting at an accessible $5,200, we build your storage solution to order. We work with you to determine the perfect size, color, and configuration, whether you need to store 2000x1500mm sheets or massive 6000x2000mm plates. Our standard models like the HC-B2015-62 and HB-B6015-63 are proven starting points for a system tailored precisely to your workshop’s unique flow.

Stop letting sheet storage dictate the limits of your productivity. Contact Herochu today for a consultation. Let us show you how a customized storage system can liberate your floor, safeguard your team, and ensure your fiber laser cutter never waits for metal again.