Can a heavy duty cantilever rack handle both full bundles and individual pieces?
Yes, when it is a roll-out design. The extended tier gives the crane access to the entire bundle or to a single piece, depending on the sling or lifting attachment. The selectivity is built into the tier mechanism, not added as an accessory.
How do I protect polished or stainless tube from scratches in storage?
Specify arm liners. UHMW or polymer liners create a non-abrasive contact surface and prevent carbon steel contamination. Herochu also offers PVC and stainless-steel sleeves for bar stock and custom protection for sensitive alloys.
Is a heavy duty roll-out rack suitable for outdoor storage?
Yes, with the correct finish. Herochu offers hot-dip galvanized construction for outdoor yards and corrosive environments. The rail and drive components should be specified for the site conditions.
How much floor space can a roll-out cantilever system save compared with a standard rack?
Aisle width is the largest single difference: roughly 1.4 meters for roll-out crane access versus 3.5 to 5 meters for a forklift-served standard rack. Combined with vertical tier stacking, total floor-space savings of 30 to 50 percent are common, and higher-density custom layouts can reach more.
Does a roll-out rack need a forklift at all?
The primary retrieval motion is an overhead crane, not a forklift. A forklift may still be used for floor transport or receiving, but it does not need to enter the storage aisle to retrieve material.
Can one operator run the rack and the crane?
Yes. The tier extension and the crane lift are controlled from the aisle side. Herochu’s electric systems are designed for single-operator picks, including heavy bundles, without a second person guiding the load.
