Wide-Open Placement for Oversized Loads
I-Beam Cantilever racks engineered by Steel King Industries, Inc. represent the industrial benchmark for storing long, heavy, or awkwardly shaped inventory. Unlike conventional pallet racks that restrict bay openings with front upright columns, cantilever racks employ vertical columns situated strictly along the rear backbone. Heavy structural steel arms project forward to cradle materials of virtually any length.
Constructed exclusively from hot-rolled structural steel with a certified 50,000 PSI minimum yield strength, these systems deliver exceptional durability against forklift impacts. The column-to-base and arm-to-column connections are rigidly bolted, providing outstanding torsional rigidity for both indoor warehouse layouts and rugged outdoor yard operations.
- True continuous storage levels — eliminate bay-width restrictions to store bundles of varying lengths in the same aisle run.
- Single-sided & double-sided configurations — optimize perimeter wall profiles or establish high-density center-aisle dual storage lines.
- Forklift & side loader friendly — clear face allows standard counterbalanced trucks, reach trucks, or automated guided vehicles (AGVs) direct insertion.
- Adaptable decking support — optional wire mesh, steel channel, or solid deck inserts transform arms into open continuous shelving shelves.
Engineered For Heavy, Long & Bulky Goods
Steel King Industries, Inc. configures I-Beam cantilever systems to handle specific weight distributions and deflection profiles across demanding heavy industrial sectors.
System Technical Parameters
Every cantilever rack installation is engineered according to precise load weights, building slab capacities, and local seismic criteria.
| Design Element | Standard Specification | Heavy-Duty & Custom Options | Operational Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steel Material | Hot-rolled structural I-beam & channel | ASTM A992 / ASTM A36 certified | Resists repeated heavy fork truck collisions |
| Minimum Yield Strength | 50,000 PSI (Grade 50) | Project-specific heavy structural sections | Eliminates permanent structural bending under max load |
| Upright Height | Up to 30 Feet (9,144 mm) freestanding | Taller column heights with roof tie-backs | Maximizes vertical cubic clear height in high-bay spaces |
| Cantilever Arm Length | Up to 8 Feet (2,438 mm) | Custom arm taper and load profile design | Supports wide range of bundled and crated depths |
| Vertical Arm Adjustability | 4-Inch (101.6 mm) increments | Specialized pin-locking or bolted spacing | Fast reconfiguration as product lines change |
| System Orientations | Single-Sided (Wall line) & Double-Sided | Aisle-optimized footprint configurations | Cuts handling cycles and balances building floor space |
| Arm Accessories | Straight arms, inclined arms, pipe stops | Bolt-on axle collars, load retaining lips | Prevents loose cylinder, tube, or coil roll-off |
| Decking System | Continuous steel decking, wire decks | Bar grating, drop-in solid timber supports | Allows dual-purpose use for standard pallets or loose SKUs |
Proven In High-Throughput Facilities
From industrial manufacturing distribution centers to automated AGV-operated metal warehouses, explore real installations.
Double-Sided Heavy Duty Run
Optimized center aisle placement maximizing floor area and dual-direction loading access.
Retaining End Stops & Pipe Saddles
Bolt-on stop pins engineered to secure cylindrical steel pipes and conduits reliably.
Multi-Tier High Bay Configuration
High-capacity structural uprights supporting dense multi-tier storage up to full ceiling clearance.
Advanced High-Durability Powder Coat Finish
Steel King Industries, Inc. applies a specialized industrial powder coat paint finish that significantly outperforms standard liquid enamels in harsh warehouse and fabrication environments.
Available Finish Palette
Choose from standard high-visibility warehouse tones or customized plant color schemes:
* Denotes standard color palette. Custom color matching and hot-dip galvanizing available upon request.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Direct technical answers from the structural engineering department at Steel King Industries, Inc.
What are the primary structural advantages of I-Beam Cantilever Racks?
Steel King Industries, Inc. manufactures I-Beam cantilever racks using 50,000 PSI minimum yield hot-rolled structural steel channel and wide-flange I-beams. This heavy-duty construction provides superior torsional resistance, exceptional impact resilience against forklift collisions, and allows freestanding upright heights up to 30 feet with arm lengths up to 8 feet.
How does an I-Beam cantilever rack optimize warehouse handling efficiency?
By eliminating front upright columns found in traditional pallet racks, cantilever systems provide an uninterrupted horizontal storage plane. Forklift operators can directly access, load, and retrieve long, awkward materials such as steel tubes, lumber packs, and bar stock without vertical clearance limitations, reducing handling time and material damage.
Can Steel King I-Beam Cantilever Racks be installed outdoors?
Yes. In addition to high-durability multi-stage powder coat finishes, Steel King Industries, Inc. supplies cantilever systems engineered with hot-dip galvanized steel or weather-resistant industrial topcoats, complete with canopy arm roof supports for outdoor yards and heavy distribution centers.
What information is needed to engineer a custom cantilever rack configuration?
Key engineering data includes load length, depth, height, and unit weight, flexibility/deflection of the stored material, forklift mast lift height, single-sided or double-sided layout needs, concrete slab specification, and facility seismic/wind load criteria.
Can cantilever racks be adapted to store standard pallets?
Yes. By outfitting cantilever arms with heavy-duty wire mesh decking, structural channel saddles, or steel plate inserts, cantilever racks can readily store standard GMA pallets alongside elongated profiles on the same storage row.
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