Long span steel storage is a specialized challenge. Profiles, pipes, and extrusions come in lengths that exceed standard pallet racking dimensions, and their weight distribution requires careful engineering. Herochu’s Long Span Steel Storage Rack for Profiles, Pipes & Extrusions is designed to meet this challenge head-on, providing a durable, efficient, and customizable solution for facilities that handle long steel materials.

Understanding the Long Span Challenge

When materials exceed 6 meters in length, traditional storage methods become inefficient. Stacking on the floor wastes vertical space and creates safety hazards. Standard pallet racking cannot accommodate the overhang without risking beam failure or load instability. Cantilever racking is the logical solution, but not all cantilever racks are engineered for the specific demands of long span storage.

Herochu’s Long Span Steel Storage Rack is purpose-built for profiles, pipes, and extrusions. The design prioritizes load distribution, structural rigidity, and access efficiency. Whether the facility stores 9-meter structural profiles or 12-meter pipe bundles, the rack can be configured to handle the load safely and efficiently.

Structural Engineering for Long Spans

The foundation of Herochu’s long span rack is a Q235B high-strength steel frame. This material provides excellent tensile strength and durability, making it suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications. The frame is protected by an electrostatic powder-coated finish that resists corrosion and extends service life.

The dual-beam crossbar design is particularly important for long span applications. By distributing load across two beams rather than one, the rack reduces deflection and improves stability. This is critical when storing heavy bundles of profiles or pipes that could otherwise cause the arms to sag or deform over time.

Each cantilever arm is rated for 5000 kg and tested to 1.5 times that load. For long span storage, this capacity ensures that even dense bundles of solid profiles can be stored without risk of structural failure.

Telescopic Arms for Variable Lengths

Profiles, pipes, and extrusions rarely come in a single length. A facility might handle 6-meter, 9-meter, and 12-meter materials on any given day. Herochu’s telescopic arm design allows the rack to adapt to these variations without arm replacement. Arms extend from 400 mm to 800 mm in 100 mm increments, providing the flexibility needed to support different material lengths safely.

This telescopic capability is especially valuable for facilities that store mixed inventory. Instead of dedicating separate racks to each material length, a single Herochu long span rack can be configured with different arm extensions on different levels. This maximizes storage density and reduces the total footprint required for long span storage.

Independent Compartments for Organized Storage

Herochu’s long span rack features independent compartments on each tier and on both sides. This design allows for classified storage by material type, length, or customer order. In a busy warehouse, this organization reduces search time and improves order-picking accuracy.

The high load capacity of 3 to 5 tons per compartment means that even heavy bundles can be stored without splitting loads. Customizable classification storage ensures that the rack can be tailored to the specific material mix of each facility.

Corrosion Protection for Long-Term Service

Steel storage racks operate in challenging environments. Humidity, temperature fluctuations, and exposure to chemicals can accelerate corrosion and reduce service life. Herochu addresses this with a multi-layer corrosion protection system.

The electrostatic powder-coated finish provides a durable barrier against moisture and contaminants. Galvanized steel cantilever arms add an extra layer of protection, particularly at wear points where materials slide during loading and unloading. The result is a rack that maintains its structural integrity and appearance over years of demanding service.

Plug-In Installation and Modular Reconfiguration

Herochu’s long span rack features a plug-in design that eliminates on-site welding. Bolt-together modular construction allows two workers to assemble a standard bay in approximately four hours using basic hand tools. This rapid assembly minimizes downtime and allows facilities to reconfigure storage layouts as inventory patterns change.

Reinforced base plates with 20 mm anchor bolts provide maximum stability under full load. The floor-mounted design prevents tipping during loading and unloading, even when long materials are placed on extended telescopic arms.

Technical Specifications

Herochu offers multiple models for long span storage. The HC-G9065 accommodates 9000 mm pipes with a maximum load of 5000 kg per level. The HC-G12065 handles 12000 mm pipes at the same capacity. Both models feature customizable layer counts, with six layers as standard. Clear space between levels is adjustable, with 600 mm as the default.

The dual-side mechanical assistance discharge method allows loading and unloading from both sides of the rack, improving workflow flexibility in high-throughput operations.

Quality and Warranty

Herochu’s long span steel storage rack is CE certified and manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management systems. The three-year structural warranty covers all components, providing buyers with confidence in their investment.

For warehouses and steel service centers that handle long profiles, pipes, and extrusions, the Herochu Long Span Steel Storage Rack offers a practical, durable, and flexible solution. Its combination of high load capacity, corrosion protection, and customizable configuration makes it a smart choice for any facility that needs to store long steel materials efficiently.