In the world of industrial storage, some items defy conventional solutions. Pipes, timber, bar stock, extrusions, and finished goods like furniture or PVC trim—these long, cumbersome, and often irregularly shaped materials have long been the bane of warehouse efficiency. They lean precariously in corners, get lost in deep shelving, or lie scattered across the floor, consuming invaluable real estate and creating significant safety hazards. Standard pallet racking, with its vertical posts and fixed bays, simply cannot accommodate them without wasting colossal amounts of space.
The Herochu Heavy-Duty Cantilever Racking System is the definitive answer to this universal challenge. We haven’t just built a rack; we have engineered a principle of storage liberation. Starting at $3,199, this fully customizable system transforms your most difficult-to-store assets into a model of accessibility, safety, and density. As a CE, UE, and ISO 9001 certified manufacturer, Herochu delivers not just a product, but a promise of engineered reliability and operational transformation.
The Cantilever Principle: A Masterclass in Structural Ingenuity
At its core, the cantilever rack eliminates the single greatest obstacle to storing long goods: the front-column obstruction. By utilizing incredibly strong, vertical columns (uprights) anchored securely to the floor, and attaching rugged, adjustable arms perpendicularly, the system creates a series of unobstructed bays. This seemingly simple design yields profound benefits:
- Unobstructed Access & 100% Usable Space: Without front posts, forklifts and sideloaders can approach from any angle. The entire bay opening is available for loading and unloading, allowing you to store materials that are longer than the bay itself without any complicated maneuvering.
- Embrace of Irregular Shapes: Unlike uniform pallets, long goods are often irregular. Bundles of pipes, tapered moldings, or fabricated steel sections fit naturally onto the cantilever arms. The open-sided design accommodates protrusions and variations in shape that would be impossible to slot into a standard rack.
- Superior Visibility and Organization: With no mesh or solid decking to block the view, your inventory is always visible. You can instantly identify materials, sizes, and quantities without having to move a single item, making stocktaking and inventory management remarkably straightforward.
Engineered for the Long Haul: The Anatomy of Herochu Durability
A cantilever rack is only as good as its weakest connection. Herochu racks are over-engineered at every point to ensure they don’t just hold your materials—they secure your investment and protect your workforce.
1. The Backbone: Heavy-Duty Columns
Our columns are constructed from high-tensile, cold-rolled steel, forming a robust structural core. They are not “one-size-fits-all”; the specifications are fully customizable based on your required height (5-15m) and load capacity. A deeper column profile provides greater resistance to the twisting forces (torque) exerted by heavy loads on the extended arms. Each column is precision-drilled with a series of locking holes for arm adjustment, ensuring a perfect and secure fit.
2. The Workhorses: Double-Armed Strength
The arms are the business end of the system. We offer single or double-arm configurations, with the double-arm design providing unparalleled stability for heavier loads. These arms are not simple L-brackets; they are engineered trusses, often fabricated from thick-walled structural tubing or angled steel, designed to resist bending under extreme weight. The connection to the column is a critical focal point, utilizing high-strength bolts and specially designed locking mechanisms to create a rigid, unwavering union.
3. The Critical Angle: Uplift Resistance
The genius of the cantilever is also its greatest engineering challenge: the entire load tries to pull the system forward. Herochu racks combat this with a foundational design that includes anchor bolts to secure the columns directly into your concrete floor. This creates a counteracting force, translating the downward weight of the stored materials into stability. For taller systems (approaching the 15m maximum), we can design additional bracing or tie-backs to the building structure for absolute seismic and operational stability.
A System Tailored to Your Universe of Goods
The true power of the Herochu Cantilever Rack lies in its profound customizability. Your storage needs are unique, and your racking system should be, too.
Configuring Your Load Capacity:
Whether you’re storing lightweight aluminum extrusions (500kg per arm) or dense bundles of steel rebar (1000kg+ per arm), we engineer the entire system—column thickness, arm design, and base plate size—to match your precise requirements. We don’t just sell you a rack; we calculate and certify its safe working load for your peace of mind.
Designing Your Layout:
- Single-Sided vs. Double-Sided: Single-sided racks are ideal for placement against walls, maximizing space in narrower aisles. Double-sided, back-to-back configurations create a high-density storage zone in the center of your warehouse, effectively doubling your storage capacity within the same footprint.
- Number of Tiers (Layers): Our systems are not limited to a set number of layers. Whether you need a compact 2-layer setup for easy manual access or a towering 6-layer system to capitalize on high-bay warehouse clearance, it is fully configurable. Arm heights can be adjusted in increments to accommodate items of different heights on the same column.
- Aesthetic Integration (Color): While our standard robust Blue and high-visibility Orange powder-coated finishes are popular for their durability and safety appeal, we offer a fully customizable color palette. Match your company’s branding or color-code different storage zones for enhanced workflow (e.g., raw materials in one color, finished goods in another).
Beyond the Basics: Accessorize for Ultimate Efficiency
Transform your cantilever rack from a storage unit into a fully integrated workflow solution with our range of optional accessories:
- Wire Mesh Decking or Shelving: While the open-arm design is ideal for most long goods, adding decking creates a stable surface for storing smaller, loose items like fittings, boxes, or tools directly with their related long materials.
- Safety & Access: For multi-tier systems, integrate climbing ladders, stairs, and safety platforms to allow workers safe access to upper levels for manual loading or inventory checks.
- Column Guards & End-of-Aisle Protectors: Reinforced steel guards at the base of each column protect your investment from inevitable impacts from forklifts and other machinery.
The Herochu ROI: Quantifying the Transformation
Investing in a Herochu Cantilever Rack is not an expense; it’s a strategic upgrade that delivers a rapid and measurable return.
- Radical Space Savings: By storing vertically and eliminating wasted aisle space caused by front columns, you can often increase your storage capacity for long goods by over 200%. This reclaims floor space for other production or storage needs.
- Dramatic Labor Efficiency: Loading and unloading times are slashed. Forklift operators can work faster and safer without the precision maneuvering required by standard racking. This translates directly into lower labor costs and higher throughput.
- Total Damage Elimination: Materials are stored securely, individually, and without pressure points. Say goodbye to the scrap and rework costs associated with scratched, bent, or warped stock.
- Enhanced Workplace Safety: The number one cause of warehouse accidents is clutter and falling objects. By providing a dedicated, secure home for long goods, you eliminate trip hazards, remove the risk of leaning stacks collapsing, and create a cleaner, more organized, and safer environment for everyone.
Your Partner in Storage Innovation
Herochu is more than a manufacturer; we are your design and engineering partner. We offer a free, on-site measurement and design service. Our experts will analyze your space, understand your inventory profile, and calculate the optimal racking configuration—selecting the precise column specifications, arm lengths, and layout to maximize your storage density and workflow efficiency.
Ideal for a Universe of Applications:
From the construction site storing lumber and rebar, to the metalworking shop organizing raw bar stock and finished tubes, to the logistics distribution center handling long plastic extrusions or furniture—the Herochu Cantilever Rack is the universally acknowledged solution for a notoriously difficult problem.
Stop forcing your long materials into a storage system that works against you. The clutter, the damage, and the safety risks end the moment you decide to upgrade.
Contact Herochu today for your free, no-obligation consultation and site design. Let us show you how the ultimate long material storage solution can unlock the hidden potential within your four walls, turning storage from a liability into a competitive advantage.
