CANTILEVER
RACKING
The go-to system for long, bulky, and irregularly shaped items. No front columns means unrestricted access to lumber, pipe, steel, and oversized materials.
Why CANTILEVER RACKING?
The Problem
Standard pallet racking can’t handle your longest materials. Lumber overhangs the beams. Steel pipe rolls off the decking. Plywood sheets don’t fit between uprights. You end up storing inventory on the floor, blocking aisles and creating safety hazards.
Why It Gets Worse
Floor-stored materials get damaged, lost, and forgotten. Forklifts can’t navigate around them safely. Your team wastes time searching for materials buried under other stock. And every OSHA or MOL inspector who walks through flags the same issues.
The Solution
Cantilever racking is purpose-built for long and irregular loads. Open front design means forklifts approach from either side. Arms adjust in 3” increments to match your exact product lengths. Single-sided or double-sided configurations adapt to your space. No columns in the way — just clean, accessible storage.
Configuration Options
SINGLE-SIDED
Wall-Mounted Configuration
Ideal For
- Wall-mounted perimeter storage
- Single-aisle access areas
- Smaller facilities
- One-side loading operations
- Space-constrained layouts
Key Advantages
- Maximizes wall space usage
- Smaller footprint
- Lower cost per unit
- Simple installation
- Easy material identification
DOUBLE-SIDED
Freestanding Configuration
Ideal For
- Center-floor placement
- High-volume lumber yards
- Steel distribution centers
- Both-side access operations
- Maximum storage density
Key Advantages
- Double the storage per footprint
- Access from both sides
- Self-stabilizing structure
- Higher throughput
- Ideal for aisle-based workflows
Technical Specifications
Cantilever Racking Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Range | Custom Options | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arm Length | 2’–6’ | Custom lengths | Powder Coat, Galvanized |
| Arm Capacity | 2,000–5,000 lbs | Up to 8,000 lbs | — |
| Column Height | 8’–20’ | Custom heights | — |
| Arm Adjustment | 3" increments | Custom spacing | — |
| Base Depth | 36–72” | Custom depths | — |
| Material | Structural steel | Custom gauges | — |
Industry Applications
Lumber Yards
Store dimensional lumber, plywood, and engineered wood products with full front access for forklift loading and unloading.
Steel & Metal Distributors
Bar stock, tube, pipe, angle iron, and structural steel stored safely at height with arms rated for heavy loads.
Furniture & Appliance
Oversized items that don’t fit standard pallets. Couches, mattresses, appliance boxes stored vertically.
Plumbing & Pipe
PVC, copper, and steel pipe stored by length and diameter. Arms prevent rolling and keep inventory organized.
Why Choose 416 Industrial
No Front Columns
Open front design provides unrestricted access for forklifts and overhead cranes. Load and unload from the front without obstruction.
Adjustable Arms
Reposition arms in 3-inch increments to match product lengths. Add or remove arms as inventory mix changes.
Indoor/Outdoor Use
Galvanized options withstand outdoor weather conditions. UV-resistant coatings for extended outdoor installations.
Heavy-Duty Construction
Structural steel columns and arms rated up to 5,000 lbs per arm. Built for the most demanding industrial environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cantilever racking excels with long, bulky, and irregularly shaped items: lumber, plywood, steel bar stock, pipe, tubing, furniture, appliances, carpet rolls, and anything that overhangs or doesn’t fit standard pallet racking. If your product is longer than 8 feet, cantilever is likely the right solution.
Standard cantilever systems reach up to 20 feet. Height depends on load weight, arm length, seismic zone, and whether the system is single or double-sided. Double-sided systems are inherently more stable and can reach greater heights. We engineer each system to your specific requirements.
Yes. Galvanized cantilever racking is designed for outdoor use and withstands rain, snow, UV exposure, and temperature extremes. We recommend hot-dip galvanized finishes for permanent outdoor installations and powder coat for covered outdoor areas.
Standard arms support 2,000–5,000 lbs depending on arm length and column spacing. Shorter arms at closer column spacing achieve higher capacities. Custom engineering can reach 8,000+ lbs per arm for specialized heavy-duty applications.
Single-sided goes against a wall and uses one forklift approach. Double-sided is freestanding with access from both sides and roughly doubles your storage per floor area. Choose single-sided for perimeter storage and double-sided for center-floor aisle configurations.
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