Every metal fabrication shop is unique. Sheet dimensions vary, throughput requirements differ, building configurations impose constraints, and budget considerations shape investment decisions. Herochu’s customized smarter vertical storage racking systems are engineered to adapt to these variables, delivering storage solutions that are tailored to specific operational requirements rather than forcing facilities to adapt to off-the-shelf products.

Modular Design Philosophy

Herochu’s vertical storage racking systems are built on a modular design philosophy that enables customization at every level. The systems are constructed from high-tensile steel with powder coating for corrosion and ESD protection, utilizing screw assembly for reconfigurability. This modular approach ensures that whether a customer needs a compact solution for a small workshop or a high-throughput system for a large fabrication plant, the system has a tailored fit.

Available in 8-layer configurations with adjustable bay heights, the racking systems can be customized to accommodate sheet dimensions ranging from 3000×1500 mm to 6000×2000 mm. The number of storage layers can be increased from 6 to 13 based on building clearance and material handling equipment capabilities. Per-level load capacity is selectable at order time—either 3 tons or 5 tons—ensuring that the system matches the weight of the materials being stored.

Smart Storage Intelligence

What distinguishes Herochu’s vertical storage racking systems as “smarter” is the integration of real-time inventory tracking, ERP integration, and predictive material staging. The system is equipped with weight sensors and optical position detectors that communicate with a centralized PLC controller. This intelligence enables:

• Real-time inventory visibility: Instant display of material dimensions, weight, and quantity

• Automated inventory updates: Every storage and retrieval event is logged and communicated to the ERP system

• Predictive material staging: The system anticipates material requirements based on production schedules and pre-stages sheets for retrieval

ERP Integration for Seamless Operations

Herochu’s customized vertical storage systems integrate directly with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software. This connectivity means that when a production order is generated in the ERP, the storage system is already aware of the material requirements. The WMS/WCS integration extends beyond simple inventory tracking, enabling automated material reservations, production scheduling based on available inventory, and real-time consumption reporting. Bar-code or QR-code labels can be printed on demand for seamless ERP integration.

Customization Options

Herochu offers extensive customization options to ensure that each vertical storage racking system meets specific operational requirements:

• Sheet dimensions: Standard specifications include 3015, 4015, 4020, 6015, 6020, and 6025 mm, with custom lengths available upon request

• Number of storage layers: Customizable from 6 to 13 layers based on building height

• Per-level load capacity: Selectable at 3 tons or 5 tons

• Clear space: Customizable at 350 mm or other dimensions

• Tower count: Single-tower, double-tower, or multi-tower single-row configurations

• Loading methods: Front/rear forklift channels or overhead crane vacuum beam interfaces

Certified Quality and Global Compliance

Each Herochu vertical storage racking system is engineered, welded, and tested in an ISO 9001 facility and carries CE and UE marks, ensuring electrical safety and structural integrity for Europe, North America, and beyond. This certification provides customers with confidence that the system meets international standards for safety, durability, and performance.

Investment Value

Herochu’s customized vertical storage racking systems represent a strategic investment in operational efficiency. By utilizing vertical space, these systems save up to 70% of factory floor space. They eliminate the safety risks of heavy manual rigging and increase daily processing capacities by 40% to 60%. The ROI is realized through reduced labor costs, increased machine utilization, improved inventory accuracy, and the ability to scale production without expanding physical footprint.