The Ideal Metal Pipe Rack: Why a Cantilever Racking System is the Only Choice
Herochu Mechinery
For distributors, fabricators, and suppliers in the metals industry, storing pipes, tubes, and steel bars presents a unique set of challenges. These materials are long, heavy, prone to rolling, and can be easily damaged. Stacking them on the floor is dangerous and inefficient, while using inappropriate shelving can lead to sagging, bending, and a disorganized inventory nightmare. The only storage solution engineered to meet these challenges head-on is a specialized cantilever racking system, which functions as the ultimate metal pipe rack.
Why Traditional Storage Fails for Pipes and Tubes
Pallets and standard shelving units are designed for uniform, boxed loads. Pipes and bars are the antithesis of this. Their length makes them difficult to handle with front-facing columns in the way, and their weight can cause shelving beams to buckle over time. Floor storage consumes valuable square footage, creates trip hazards, and makes inventory selection a time-consuming and physically demanding process. It also exposes expensive materials to potential moisture damage, dirt, and accidental impact from forklifts.
The Cantilever Solution: Engineered for Long, Heavy Loads
A cantilever racking system eliminates every one of these problems. The open-front design allows a forklift with a boom attachment or an overhead crane to lift and place entire bundles of pipes directly onto the arms from the side, quickly and safely. There are no obstructions. The vertical columns are set back, providing full access to the entire length of the stored material.
When you specify a Heavy Duty 5+1Layer Steel Cantilever Rack for this application, you are choosing a system built for maximum performance. The high-strength steel construction is designed to handle the immense weight without any risk of failure. The arms are engineered to prevent the “sag” that can occur over long spans, ensuring your pipes remain straight and true—a critical factor for quality control in many applications.
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Specifications for the Perfect Metal Pipe Rack
Our models are perfectly suited for the metals industry. The HC-G9055E and HC-G12055E, with their 9-meter and 12-meter lengths and 5-ton per layer capacity, are industry workhorses. They can store enormous quantities of pipe, making them ideal for large-scale distribution centers. The bilateral assistance design on models like the HC-G12055E provides exceptional stability, which is crucial when dealing with dynamic, heavy loads.
The double-layer anti-slip design is a vital feature for a metal pipe rack. It prevents round pipes from rolling off the arms, securing your inventory and protecting your employees. The adjustable arms mean you can customize the vertical space between layers to accommodate different pipe diameters, from thin tubing to large-bore pipes, all on the same structure.
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Customization for Your Specific Metal Inventory
We recognize that “metal pipes” can mean many things. That’s why our cantilever racking for sale is fully customizable. Whether you need to adjust the layer height for different diameter stocks, increase the capacity for denser metals, or choose a specific powder-coat color for coding different material types, we can accommodate you. This transforms the rack from a simple storage unit into an integrated part of your inventory management system.
Investing in a dedicated Heavy Duty 5+1Layer Steel Cantilever Rack as your primary metal pipe rack is a decision that pays dividends in safety, organization, and operational efficiency. It protects your valuable inventory, maximizes your storage density, and empowers your workforce with easy, safe access to materials. For anyone serious about metal storage, it is not just an option; it is the essential solution.
Below are answers to common questions from customers exploring our industrial storage systems for sheet metal, bars, tubes, and profiles. If you don’t see your question here, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to help.
Q1: Can I customize the size, capacity, or finish of the racks? Yes. Every Herochu storage system is built to order. Whether you need a specific height to fit under a mezzanine, a non-standard drawer depth for oversized panels, or a particular powder-coated color to match your facility’s safety coding, we’ll work with you at no extra design cost. Just share your space constraints and material specs, and we’ll engineer a solution that fits.
Q2: Are you the actual manufacturer? We are—not a reseller or trading company. Herochu operates its own 10,000-square-meter production facility in Jinan, China, and has been designing and building industrial storage equipment for over 15 years. This allows us to control quality, lead times, and pricing directly.
Q3: Is there a minimum order requirement? No minimums. Whether you need one automated vertical rack for a small workshop or a full warehouse rollout with multiple units, we accommodate all project scales. Single-unit orders receive the same engineering attention and quality checks as large-volume contracts.
Q4: How can I access detailed technical information? Click the “Get a Quote” button on our website to request CAD drawings, load capacity charts, installation manuals, product videos, and 3D renderings. Our sales engineers will also schedule a call to walk you through specifications based on your application—no generic brochures, just relevant details.
Q5: What information do you need to design a storage solution for me? To create an accurate proposal, please provide:
The type of material (e.g., steel sheet, aluminum extrusion, stainless tube)
Dimensions (length, width, thickness/diameter)
Weight per bundle or individual piece
Desired storage density (how much you need to store in a given area)
Any automation requirements (e.g., integration with laser cutters or CNC machines)
You can also simply leave your contact info, and a specialist will reach out to guide you through the process.
Q6: Do you offer automation like robotic arms or gantry loaders? Yes. We design and integrate servo-driven gantry systems, loading robotic arms, and automated material exchange platforms that sync with your existing machinery—especially laser cutting tables. These systems can pull sheets or profiles directly from our vertical racks and place them onto your machine bed, reducing manual handling and cycle time. Tell us your equipment model and workflow, and we’ll tailor the interface.
Q7: Do you provide on-site installation support? Absolutely. Our certified technicians travel internationally to handle assembly, calibration, and operator training. We’ve completed installations across North America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia—including the USA, Mexico, South Korea, Russia, Qatar, Egypt, South Africa, and Lebanon. Remote support is also available for simpler setups.
Q8: How do you guarantee product reliability and safety? Quality isn’t an afterthought—it’s built into every stage:
All structural components use Q235 or higher-grade steel, welded and stress-tested.
Every unit undergoes full-load simulation before shipping.
Our in-house quality control team follows ISO 9001 protocols from raw material inspection to final packaging.
All export units carry CE certification, meeting EU mechanical safety standards.
Over 40 experienced engineers support design validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
Q9: Where is your factory located? Our manufacturing base is in Jiyang Industrial Park, Jinan, Shandong Province, China. The facility spans 10,000 square meters and includes dedicated zones for cutting, welding, surface treatment, assembly, and testing. We welcome both virtual and in-person visits so you can see our capabilities firsthand.
Q10: How can I verify your production and technical capabilities? We encourage due diligence. You can:
Request a live video tour of our workshop during operating hours.
Review third-party inspection reports or certification documents.
Speak directly with our engineering team about past projects similar to yours.
Visit our factory by appointment—many international clients do.
Transparency is key to long-term partnerships, and we’re confident in what we build.
Q11: What does your company specialize in? Herochu (operated by Jinan Constant Storage Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd.) is a high-tech enterprise focused exclusively on intelligent industrial storage solutions. Our core products include:
Automatic vertical sheet metal warehouses
Drawer-style roll-out racks for plates and remnants
Heavy-duty cantilever racks for long bars and pipes
Servo manipulators and gantry loading systems
Fully integrated material handling lines for laser and plasma cutting cells
Backed by advanced fabrication equipment and a team of mechanical, electrical, and automation engineers, we serve metal fabricators, aerospace suppliers, construction material distributors, and renewable energy manufacturers worldwide—delivering systems that are not only strong and safe but also smart, scalable, and built to last.
If you’re ready to replace floor clutter with precision storage, we’re ready to help you design it.
