Longspan Shelving
Rack & Save Longspan Shelving is the core system for heavier hand-pick storage. It can be configured around different bay widths, shelf depths, load requirements and decking.
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Longspan • Bulky Cartons • Parts • Industrial Hand-Pick Storage
Heavy Duty Shelving Singapore
For warehouse goods that are too bulky or heavy for light shelving but still need direct hand access, Rack & Save’s Longspan Shelving is the primary heavy-duty shelving direction.
Use this page to understand where heavy-duty shelving fits, how it differs from pallet racking, and what must be checked before the shelf layout and loading are confirmed.
Heavy hand-pick storage
Heavy Duty Shelving Without Moving Into Full Pallet Racking
Many warehouses have products that are too heavy or bulky for light-duty shelves but are still picked manually rather than stored as complete pallets. Longspan Shelving fills that gap.
Rack & Save’s existing Longspan product information lists multiple beam lengths, several frame depths, adjustable shelf levels and loading capacity up to 1700 kg per level UDL for suitable configurations. Actual capacity must always be confirmed against the specific rack design, decking and intended load.
Higher Shelf Capacity
Designed for heavier hand-picked goods than conventional light shelving.
Longer Shelf Spans
Useful for cartons, components and bulky products that need wider clear shelf openings.
Adjustable Levels
Reposition shelf levels around changes in product height and storage requirements.
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Selection principle
Longspan Shelving for Heavy Duty Warehouse Storage
Heavy Duty Shelving Is Not Pallet Racking
If stock is handled manually from shelf levels, Longspan may be the correct category. If the load is stored and moved as complete pallets by forklift, compare pallet racking instead.
Compare Pallet Racking →Load planning first
Match the Shelf to the Actual Product
Do not select a heavy-duty shelf only by a headline capacity. Shelf performance depends on the real load, beam length, depth, decking, support bars and how the weight is distributed.
- Weight per level
- Uniform vs concentrated loading
- Carton dimensions
- Beam length
- Shelf depth
- Decking and support bars
Comparison
Heavy Duty Shelving vs Longspan vs Pallet Racking
| System / Search Term | Best Use | Rack & Save Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Duty Shelving | Heavier hand-picked cartons, parts and industrial stock | Use a suitable Longspan Shelving configuration. |
| Longspan Shelving | Bulky or heavier hand-pick storage with longer shelf spans | Primary product page with technical sizes and features. |
| Medium Duty Shelving | Moderate hand-picked storage loads | Often addressed by an appropriately configured Longspan system rather than a separate product family. |
| Pallet Racking | Palletised loads handled mechanically | Use Pallet Racking Singapore and the relevant pallet-rack system. |
The final system and capacity should be selected from the actual product weight, dimensions, shelf span and operational requirements—not from the keyword name alone.
Applications
Where Heavy Duty Shelving Is Commonly Useful
Warehouse Carton Storage
For boxes and products that are picked manually but require more capacity than light shelving.
Spare Parts & Workshops
For components, tooling, consumables and maintenance items that need organised direct access.
E-Commerce & Fulfilment
For reserve cartons, bulky SKUs and replenishment stock that support active picking and packing areas.
Planning checklist
What to Confirm Before Ordering Heavy Duty Shelving
- Maximum weight stored on each shelf level
- Product and carton dimensions
- Required shelf length and depth
- Number and spacing of levels
- Preferred decking surface
- Aisle width and picking access
- Available warehouse height
- Future stock or layout changes
Common questions
Heavy Duty Shelving Singapore FAQs
What does heavy duty shelving mean at Rack & Save?
For hand-picked warehouse goods, Rack & Save's Longspan Shelving is the main shelving family that covers heavier and bulkier storage duties. Final capacity depends on the selected beam, frame, decking and project configuration.
Is heavy duty shelving the same as pallet racking?
No. Heavy duty shelving is generally used for goods picked by hand from shelf levels. Pallet racking is designed primarily for palletised loads handled with forklifts or other material-handling equipment.
How much can Rack & Save Longspan Shelving carry?
Rack & Save's existing Longspan product information lists loading capacity up to 1700 kg per level UDL for suitable configurations. The final allowable load must be confirmed for the actual design and shelf arrangement.
What decking is available for heavy duty shelving?
Rack & Save's Longspan product information includes metal and plywood decking options. The right surface depends on the stored goods and the final shelf configuration.
Where is heavy duty shelving commonly used?
Typical applications include warehouses, stockrooms, workshops, spare-parts stores, maintenance areas, e-commerce operations and industrial storage where goods are handled by hand rather than stored as full pallets.
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