Factory Direct Sheet Storage Rack for 1.5 x 3 m Metal Plates

Herochu Factory-Direct Manufacturing for 1500×3000mm Sheet Storage

Metal sheet storage consumes valuable floor space in every fabrication shop. Steel plates, aluminum sheets, and flat stock piled on the ground create accessibility problems, scratch damage, and safety hazards. Herochu addresses these issues with a factory-direct drawer-type sheet storage rack engineered specifically for 1.5 × 3 m (1500×3000mm) metal plates—the HC-B3015-63 model.

As a manufacturer operating a 16,000 m² self-owned facility, Herochu eliminates distributor markups and delivers storage racks directly to fabrication workshops, laser cutting shops, and heavy industrial warehouses. Every rack ships with ISO 9001 quality management certification and CE compliance, meeting European and international safety standards.

Technical Specifications for the HC-B3015-63 Model

The HC-B3015-63 is built around the 1500×3000mm sheet dimension—one of the most common plate sizes in metal fabrication. Key specifications:

The main frame uses Q235B high-strength steel with a dual-beam design. This structural approach distributes weight across two horizontal beams per tier rather than a single beam, reducing deflection under full load and extending the service life of the rack.

Drawer-Type Storage Mechanism

Each tier functions as a fully extendable drawer. The 100% fully open drawer design means the entire sheet is accessible from the front of the rack—no reaching into deep shelves or sliding partial sheets out from underneath other material. Bearings and guide rails support the drawer extension, and a mechanical assistance system reduces the force needed to pull loaded drawers.

Lock-in and lock-out positions secure the drawer at both the closed and fully extended positions. This prevents accidental drawer movement during material loading and unloading, protecting operators working near the rack.

Compatible Lifting Equipment

The HC-B3015-63 accepts multiple material handling methods:

• Overhead cranes with hooks or chains
• Forklifts fitted with sheet clamps or forks
• Vacuum suction cups for clean, damage-free sheet lifting
• Hoists and magnets for ferrous sheet stock

This multi-method compatibility lets workshops use existing lifting equipment without investing in specialized handlers.

Customization Options

While the HC-B3015-63 is configured for 1500×3000mm plates, Herochu customizes every order based on the customer’s material inventory. Layer count can be adjusted from the standard 6 to 7 or more tiers, depending on ceiling height and plate thickness. Clear space between layers can be modified from the standard 120 mm to accommodate thicker plates or stacked sheet bundles.

The rack accommodates sheets up to 6 m × 2 m in larger models (HC-B6020-65), making the same drawer-type system scalable across an entire material storage operation.

ROI: Organized Sheet Storage

Ground stacking of metal sheets costs fabrication shops in three measurable areas:

Material search time: Traditional ground stacking requires 30–60 minutes per material retrieval. Drawer-type racks reduce this to under 3 minutes—a 90% improvement in search efficiency. Over a production week, this recovered time translates directly into more cutting, bending, and welding output.

Labor requirements: Stacking and unstacking sheets from the ground typically requires 2–3 workers coordinating with a crane. A Herochu drawer rack with a single vacuum lifter or hoist allows one operator to retrieve sheets independently, cutting labor costs by 50%.

Floor space: A 100 m² ground storage area can be replaced with a 20 m² drawer rack installation—an 80% reduction in storage footprint. The recovered floor space becomes available for production equipment.

Material damage: Ground-stacked sheets experience a 3–5% scratch and deformation rate. Drawer storage isolates each sheet on its own tier, eliminating sheet-to-sheet friction and edge damage. The annual savings in material replacement can reach tens of thousands of dollars for a mid-size fabrication shop.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sheet sizes does the Herochu HC-B3015-63 accommodate? The HC-B3015-63 is designed for 1500×3000 mm (1.5 × 3 m) metal sheets. Herochu also manufactures models for 2500×1300 mm, 4000×1500 mm, 4000×2000 mm, and 6000×2000 mm plates.

What is the maximum load per level? The HC-B3015-63 supports 3,000 kg (3 tons) per level. Larger models such as the HC-B4020-65 and HC-B6020-65 support 5,000 kg (5 tons) per level.

Is the rack compatible with existing workshop cranes? Yes. Herochu drawer racks are designed for use with overhead cranes, forklifts, vacuum suction cups, hoists, and magnetic lifters. No specialized handling equipment is required.

What certifications does Herochu hold? Herochu storage racks carry ISO 9001 quality management certification and CE marking for European compliance.

Can the number of layers be customized? Yes. The standard configuration is 6 layers, but Herochu can build racks with additional tiers based on ceiling clearance and storage requirements.

Summary

The Herochu HC-B3015-63 delivers factory-direct sheet storage for 1500×3000mm metal plates with a 3-ton per-level capacity, 6-layer configuration, and full drawer extension. Built from Q235B dual-beam steel in a 16,000 m² ISO 9001 and CE certified facility, the rack reduces material search time by 90%, cuts labor by 50%, and saves 80% of floor space compared to ground stacking. For fabrication shops handling standard 1.5 × 3 m sheets, this is a direct, measurable upgrade to material handling workflow.