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Storing long, heavy materials like pipes, tubing, lumber, or metal stock can quickly become a challenge in warehouses, fabrication shops, and industrial facilities. Traditional pallet racking systems are designed for palletized products, but they are not ideal for storing long materials that extend beyond standard pallet sizes.
This is where cantilever racking becomes the best storage solution.
At BL Pallet Racking, we help businesses design and install cantilever racking systems that safely store long materials while maximizing warehouse space and improving accessibility.
What Is Cantilever Racking?
Cantilever racking is a heavy-duty storage system designed specifically for long, bulky, or irregularly shaped materials such as:
- Steel pipes
- Aluminum tubing
- PVC pipe
- Lumber
- Steel bars
- Sheet metal
- Structural materials
Unlike traditional pallet racking, cantilever racks do not have front vertical posts that block access to materials. Instead, horizontal arms extend from vertical columns, creating open storage levels that allow forklifts to easily load and unload long products.
This open design makes cantilever racks ideal for storing pipes and tubing of various lengths and diameters.
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Why Cantilever Racking Is Ideal for Pipes and Tubing
1. Easy Access for Forklifts
Cantilever racking allows forklifts to approach from the front without obstruction, making it easy to load and remove long materials like pipes and tubing.
This reduces handling time and increases warehouse efficiency.
2. Adjustable Storage Levels
Cantilever rack arms can be adjusted vertically along the column, allowing you to store different pipe diameters and lengths within the same rack system.
This flexibility is especially helpful for businesses storing multiple pipe sizes.
3. Safe Storage for Heavy Materials
Pipes and steel tubing can be extremely heavy. Cantilever racking systems are built with heavy-duty steel arms and columns that safely support large loads.
Properly designed cantilever racks prevent materials from rolling, falling, or becoming difficult to access.
4. Maximizes Warehouse Space
By storing pipes vertically in multiple levels, cantilever racking allows businesses to use vertical warehouse space efficiently instead of stacking materials on the floor.
This keeps aisles clear, improves organization, and makes inventory easier to manage.
Best Practices for Storing Pipes and Tubing
To get the most out of your cantilever racking system, follow these storage best practices.
Organize by Size and Material
Group pipes and tubing by:
- Diameter
- Length
- Material type
This makes it easier for employees to locate materials quickly and reduces handling time.
Use Proper Weight Distribution
Heavier materials should always be stored on lower rack levels, while lighter materials can be placed higher up.
Proper weight distribution keeps the racking system stable and safe.
Use Pipe Stops or End Caps
Pipe stops prevent round materials from rolling off cantilever arms. These simple safety additions can significantly reduce accidents and material damage.
Upgrade Your Pipe and Tubing Storage
If your warehouse is currently storing pipes or tubing on the floor or on standard pallet racks, upgrading to cantilever racking can increase safety, improve organization, and free up valuable floor space.
BL Pallet Racking helps businesses across Utah, Indiana, and surrounding states install heavy-duty cantilever storage systems designed for long materials..
Our team provides:
- Cantilever racking design
- Cantilever rack installation
- Warehouse layout planning
- Heavy-duty industrial racking systems
- Pallet racking installation and relocation
Whether you are storing steel pipe, aluminum tubing, lumber, or long construction materials, cantilever racking can dramatically improve how your warehouse operates.
Contact our team today to learn how cantilever racking can improve your warehouse storage or Visit this link to checkout pricing and our selection of Cantilever racking
