Cantilever Racking — Heavy-Duty Storage for Long & Oversize Materials
S.E.M.CO are UK Manufacturers who provide a range of heavy duty warehouse and yard racking, including Cantilever Racking, designed to suit your storage needs.
S.E.M.CO provides a cost-effective and safe racking solution for storing long loads and heavy products, such as Timber, Steel Profiles, Aluminum Posts, Stainless Steel Tubes, Steel Bars, Steel Sheets, Panel Products and PVCu Extrusions.
At S.E.M.CO, we understand that every storage environment is unique. That is why we take a tailored approach to every project. Our experienced in-house design team works closely with you to understand your specific storage needs, operational workflows, and space limitations. From the initial consultation to the final design, we ensure that every aspect of your racking system is customised to meet your exact criteria.
Using the latest design software and industry expertise, we create bespoke storage solutions that are not only practical and efficient but also scalable for future growth. Whether you are dealing with limited floor space, complex product inventories, or specialised handling requirements, our designs are engineered to maximise your storage capacity and improve overall productivity.
With S.E.M.CO, you get more than just racking, you get a strategic storage solution designed to work for your business.
What is Cantilever Racking?
Cantilever racking is a specialised storage system designed to store long or irregular loads using vertical columns and outward-projecting arms. Unlike pallet racking, cantilever systems provide unobstructed access to the load, making them ideal for timber merchants, steel stockists, building supplies and yard storage.
What Types Of Cantilever Racking Do You Offer?
Conventional Cantilever
The most commonly used system and is designed to accommodate long length products. We offer either single-sided or double-sided options dependent upon your specific storage needs.
Free-Path Cantilever
Consists of rows of racking which are adjacent to each other, separated by an aisle. It enables your handling equipment to travel the length of the aisle without any guidance.
Guided-Aisle Cantilever
Provides a space-saving solution and maximises the use of your floor space which means it is ideal for warehouses which are limited by space. Runs are positioned closer together and can be accessed by specialist trucks guided by the guide-rail.
Internal & External Systems
We design our cantilever racking to fit your space perfectly, whether for indoor use or outdoor applications. For long-term external storage, we also offer durable, weatherproof galvanized finishes.
Cantilever Racking Overview
| Application | Timber, Steel, Pipes, Sheet |
|---|---|
| Variations | Conventional, Free Path, Guided Aisle |
| Manufacturing | Staffordshire, UK |
| Lead Time | Readily Available* |
*Typical, some bespoke systems may vary.
Cantilever Racking Features
Column
Punched at every 76 mm for maximum flexibility for accommodating different load heights. Columns are punched double sided as standard to allow single sided racks to be easily converted to double sided racks if and when required in the future.
Base
Bolted as standard on all stock racks which allows simple changeover from single to double sided and vice versa. Full width base end plates minimise damage to tyres on handling equipment.
Arms
Tapered open section arm design maximises clearances when loading and unloading.
Brace Frames
Cross braced bolted design gives good rigidity to minimise sway during loading/unloading operations.
Arm Connector Pins
Tailored design allows transmission of load from arm into column. Uniquely designed to allow rapid fitting and removal for quick arm relocation.
Readily Available
As UK Manufactures, if there was a need where you urgently required a spare arm, pin etc., we are able to attend your need as soon as possible.
How We Work — From Consultation To Installation
- Enquiry & brief: Tell us what you intend to store, your load types and throughput.
- Site Visit: We offer a free site assessment to capture dimensions and constraints and answer any inquires in-person.
- Design & quote: Our in-house design engineers will craft a CAD layout of your requirements with load calculations and lead time.
- Manufacture & deliver: We take pride in being a UK manufacturer and we ensure what we send out is at the highest quality, so all our products undergo a quality assurance test.
- Installation & handover: Installation is carried out through our in-house SEIRS accredited installers and an acknowledgment certification is provided.
Why Choose S.E.M.CO As Your Reputable Partner
S.E.M.CO Cantilever Racking Specs
| Column Height | Up to 6m |
|---|---|
| Arm Length | Up to 1220mm |
| Load Per Arm | Up to 1000kg |
| Internal Finish | Blue & Yellow |
| External Finish | HD Galvanized |
Get A FREE Racking Quote
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Ideal For Storing
- PVCu Extrusions
- Copper Pipe
- Aluminium Sheets
- Concrete and Steel Lintels
- Panel Products
- Steel Sheet
- Timber
- Tube and Coils
- Worktops and Laminates
Try Our Cantilever Configurator
Use our intuitive online cantilever racking configurator to create a custom racking system tailored to your exact requirements.
Book A Site Visit
Site surveys are available UK-wide. We will measure and advise on the best layout.
Trust & Certification
S.E.M.CO are full members of SEMA (Storage Equipment Manufacturers Association), with our installation and inspection teams fully SARI (SEMA Approved Rack Inspector), and SEIRS (Storage Equipment Installers Registration Scheme) registered.
Our Racking is manufactured in accordance with the SEMA Code of Practice for The Design of Static Cantilever Racking and/ or FEM 10-2-09 and/or BS5950 Part 5 and/or BS EN 1993 -1 -1 (Eurocode 3). Racking is manufactured depending on your storage requirements and the complexity of the racking structure.
Cantilever Racking - FAQs
How much weight can the cantilever racks hold?
Each system is engineered to your specific requirements, with load-bearing capacities calculated by our in-house design team.
Do you offer installation for the racking you provide?
Yes. We provide a complete concept-to-completion service, from design to on-site installation and aftercare.
What is the lead time?
Standard systems are available quickly, while bespoke builds are manufactured to order.
Can you design a system for my space?
Absolutely! Our team will visit your site and create a tailored solution that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations.
