The Challenge
· A demanding 700 kg/m² design load over a large floor area.
· Heavy structural sections and stiffened floor panels required.
· 3,236 mm ground-floor height with safe personnel access.
· Full perimeter protection and a tight delivery schedule.
Our Solution
The platform is L18950 × W12300 mm with a ground-floor height of 3236 mm (≈ 2800 mm clear). It uses 12 F200×200×6.0 mm columns (H2800 mm), HN396×199×7×11 mm main beams (L5820 mm) and C300×90×3.0 mm secondary beams. The 230 m² floor is made of C200×40×2.5 mm galvanized panels with a single stiffener, rated at 700 kg/m², complete with floor fasteners. Safety and access include H1200 mm guardrails, 62 m of kick plates and a H3236 × W1000 mm staircase. Rear braces (round steel 16#) and clamp plates stiffen the structure, which is packaged with film wrap, steel strip and wood strips for ocean transport.
Key Specifications
Key Specifications
Value
Platform size
L18950 × W12300 mm
Floor area
230 m²
Design load
700 kg/m²
Ground-floor height
3236 mm (≈ 2800 mm clear)
Columns
F200×200×6.0 mm (12 pcs, H2800 mm)
Main beams
HN396×199×7×11 mm, L5820 mm
Secondary beams
C300×90×3.0 mm
Floor panels
C200×40×2.5 + single stiffener, 700 kg/m²
Guardrails / kick plates
H1200 mm · 62 m kick plates
Staircase
H3236 × W1000 mm
Quotation / lead time
FOB $19,134.75 · ≈ 5 weeks
Results & Value
· 700 kg/m² rating — engineered for heavy industrial loads.
· 230 m² of reinforced, stiffened second-level floor.
· Full bracing and back pull rods for long-term stability.
· Packaged for ocean freight and delivered in about five weeks.
Project Snapshot
Project Snapshot
Detail
Client
Despas LTD
Location
Bulgaria
Product
Heavy-duty steel platform
Order reference
BD2607-005
Capacity
700 kg/m² · 230 m²
Lead time
≈ 5 weeks
The Challenge
· Two different footprints in two different areas of the building.
· Low roof clearance of only ≈ 3 m had to be respected.
· Both platforms rated at 500 kg/m².
· One container shipment, with complete documentation for local installation.
Our Solution
Platform A measures 12 × 15.05 m (≈ 180.6 m²): F150×150×5.0 mm columns at H3000 mm, HN346×174×6×9 mm main beams, HN198×99×4.5×7 mm auxiliary beams, galvanized C200×40×2.0 mm floor panels with single reinforcement, a H3000 × W1000 mm staircase and an upper cargo door (L1800 × W1200 mm). Platform B measures 7.95 × 13.45 m (≈ 107 m²): F120×120×4.0 mm columns at H2460 mm, HN250×125 mm main beams, HN198×99 mm auxiliary beams, the same reinforced floor panels, a H2750 × W1000 mm staircase and a larger cargo door (L2000 × W1200 mm). Both platforms are rated at 500 kg/m² and come with H1200 mm guardrails and baseboards. Shop drawings (BD2604-122) and step-by-step installation instructions were supplied with the shipment.
Key Specifications
Key Specifications
Platform A
Platform B
Platform size
12 × 15.05 m (≈ 180.6 m²)
7.95 × 13.45 m (≈ 107 m²)
Design load
500 kg/m²
500 kg/m²
Columns
F150×150×5.0, H3000 mm
F120×120×4.0, H2460 mm
Main beams
HN346×174×6×9 mm
HN250×125 mm
Auxiliary beams
HN198×99×4.5×7 mm
HN198×99 mm
Floor panels
C200×40×2.0 + single reinforcement
C200×40×2.0 + single reinforcement
Staircase
H3000 × W1000 mm
H2750 × W1000 mm
Cargo door
L1800 × W1200 mm
L2000 × W1200 mm
Guardrails
H1200 mm + baseboards
H1200 mm + baseboards
Combined area / shipping
≈ 287 m² · one 20GP container
Results & Value
· Two platforms engineered for two different spaces — shipped in one container.
· Low-roof design fits a building with only ≈ 3 m of headroom.
· Shop drawings and installation instructions make local erection straightforward.
· Cargo doors allow direct loading of both upper levels.
Project Snapshot
Project Snapshot
Detail
Client
Allchem Ltd
Location
Malta
Product
Two steel platforms (A & B)
Order reference
BD-26-4-010 · drawings BD2604-122
Capacity
500 kg/m² · ≈ 287 m² combined
Shipping
One 20GP container, sea freight
The Challenge
· A very large footprint: L14500 × W25000 mm of new floor area.
· Clean, orderly, racked storage suitable for pharmaceutical goods.
· Safe personnel access and full perimeter protection.
· Complete kits shipped by sea and erected by local teams.
Our Solution
The platform measures L14500 × W25000 mm — approximately 362.5 m² of new floor — with a design load of 350 kg/m² and a floor height of H2590 mm. Columns are 150×150×3.0 mm square tube; main beams are HN300×150×7×9 H-beam (L6000 mm); secondary beams are C300×90×2.5 mm channel. The floor is made of C200×40×2.0 mm galvanized panels rated at 350 kg/m², edged with 80.2 m of H1200 mm guardrail and baseboards. Access is via one staircase (H2540 × W1200 mm). Horizontal tie rods and multiple back pull rods reinforce the platform for long-term stability.
Key Specifications
Key Specifications
Value
Platform size
L14500 × W25000 mm
Added floor area
≈ 362.5 m²
Design load
350 kg/m²
Floor height
H2590 mm
Columns
150×150×3.0 mm square tube
Main beams
HN300×150×7×9 H-beam, L6000 mm
Secondary beams
C300×90×2.5 mm
Floor panels
C200×40×2.0 mm galvanized
Guardrails
H1200 mm (80.2 m) + baseboards
Access
1 staircase H2540×W1200 mm
Quotation
FOB $22,082.38 · CIF $24,645.38 (incl. sea freight)
Results & Value
· 362.5 m² of additional floor — roughly double the usable area.
· 350 kg/m² rating suits boxed and palletised pharmaceutical goods.
· Full guardrail perimeter and a single controlled staircase for safety.
· CIF pricing includes sea freight to Mexico for budget certainty.
Project Snapshot
Project Snapshot
Detail
Client
Mitani Pharma
Location
Toluca, Estado de México, Mexico
Product
Steel mezzanine floor
Order reference
Quotation 25-1126 (November 2025)
Capacity
350 kg/m² · 362.5 m²
Terms
CIF Mexico (sea freight included)
The Challenge
· Heavy per-layer loads on every beam level.
· High storage density within a limited warehouse footprint.
· Durable, corrosion-protected steel for a coastal climate.
· Fast, tool-light assembly on site.
Our Solution
PETERACK supplied heavy duty pallet racks of W2800 × D1420 × H3100 mm, rated at 3,000 kg per side per beam level. The frames use D1400 × H3100 mm uprights in 90×70×2.0 mm steel (10-tonne frame class), paired with 2800 mm K160×50×1.5 mm beams rated at 3,000 kg per layer. Partition brackets (2500 × 1450 mm, J60×40×1.5 mm) complete each bay. The rack layout drawing (scheme 26-0604) shows a double rack arrangement with 800 mm-wide bays, up to four beam levels at 2,500 mm spacing and frame heights up to 11,180 mm — making full use of the warehouse height. Beams are designed to RMI standards with a maximum deflection of L/180.
Key Specifications
Key Specifications
Value
Rack size
W2800 × D1420 × H3100 mm
Load per beam level
3,000 kg (each side)
Frame upright
D1400 × H3100 mm, 90×70×2.0 mm (10T)
Beam
2800 mm, K160×50×1.5 mm
Partition bracket
2500×1450 mm, J60×40×1.5 mm
Configuration
Double rack, 800 mm bays, 4 levels @ 2500 mm
Design standard
RMI, beam deflection L/180
Order weight
≈ 1.5 tons
Results & Value
· 3,000 kg per layer — built for heavy, high-density SKUs.
· Repeat order from the same customer: proof of quality and service.
· Modular, boltless design assembles fast with minimal tools.
· Maximum vertical density from 4-level configuration up to ≈ 11 m.
Project Snapshot
Project Snapshot
Detail
Client
Triada Enterprise VBA
Location
Noord, Aruba
Product
Heavy duty pallet rack
Order reference
BD2606-038
Capacity
3,000 kg / layer / side
Shipping
EXW Nanjing → Aruba
The Challenge
· Limited floor area inside a single-storey building, with no room to extend.
· Remote island location: the platform had to travel by sea as a compact, flat-packed kit.
· Simple on-site assembly using local labour, without special tools or welding.
· Clear engineering documentation for approval, customs and installation.
Our Solution
The platform measures L11030 × W8300 mm with a floor height of H2500 mm, adding approximately 80 m² of usable second-level area at a design load of 300 kg/m². The structure uses 90×140×2.0 mm columns, double K140×50×1.5 mm main beams and K80×50×1.5 mm secondary beams with angle steel, topped with galvanized C200×40×2.0 mm steel floor panels (94 m²). Safety and access include H1200 mm guardrails, baseboards, one staircase (H3000 × W1200 mm) and an upper cargo door (L1800 × W1200 mm). Bracing and back pull rods keep the structure rigid and stable.
Key Specifications
Key Specifications
Value
Platform size
L11030 × W8300 × H2500 mm
Added floor area
≈ 80 m²
Design load
300 kg/m²
Floor panels
Galvanized C200×40×2.0 mm (94 m²)
Columns
90×140×2.0 mm square tube
Main beams
K140×50×1.5 mm (double)
Secondary beams
K80×50×1.5 mm + angle steel
Guardrails
H1200 mm, with baseboards
Access
1 staircase H3000×W1200 mm + upper cargo door
Total weight / terms
≈ 6 tons · FOB Nanjing
Lead time
≈ 6 weeks after deposit
Results & Value
· Adds ≈ 80 m² of second-level storage inside the existing footprint.
· Bolted construction ships compactly by sea and assembles quickly on site.
· Upper cargo door allows goods to be loaded directly onto the second level.
· The same customer returned for heavy duty racking — see Case Study 2.
Project Snapshot
Project Snapshot
Detail
Client
Triada Enterprise VBA
Location
Noord, Aruba
Product
Steel mezzanine platform
Order reference
BD26-8015 (quotation BD26-4-003)
Capacity
300 kg/m² · ≈ 80 m²
Shipping
Sea freight, FOB Nanjing
Project Overview
This case study presents a complete warehouse storage solution delivered to a logistics customer in Venezuela. The client required a brand-new high-density storage facility capable of holding heavy palletized goods in a warehouse with a very high clear height. Working from the customer's site drawings, our engineering team designed a heavy-duty pallet racking system that maximizes cubic capacity while keeping every pallet safely accessible.
The project features a total of 9 racking rows, laid out to suit the building footprint: 8 double rows installed back-to-back and 1 single row placed against the wall. Every row is built with 12 bays, giving the client a large, flexible storage volume within a compact floor plan.
Project Highlights
Customer location: Venezuela
Application: New warehouse storage / high-density pallet storage
Total rows: 9 (8 double rows back-to-back + 1 single row against the wall)
Bays per row: 12
Design basis: Site warehouse drawing supplied by the customer
Key challenge: Very tall racks (9000mm) with heavy 3-ton loads per level
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Rack width
1000 mm
Beam length
2700 mm
Rack height
9000 mm
Load per level
3 tons
Load per bay
12 tons
Aisle width
2000 mm
Rows
9 (8 back-to-back + 1 against wall)
Bays per row
12
Safety accessories
Protective guard rails (R300) and top ties
Engineering & Layout Design
Because the building offers a clear height that supports racks up to 9000 mm, the design uses vertical space efficiently, allowing multiple storage levels per bay while still respecting forklift reach and safe handling. The 2700 mm beam length comfortably accommodates standard pallet sizes, and the 1000 mm rack width keeps the structure stable under heavy loads.
Each storage level is rated to carry 3 tons, and every bay is engineered for a total distributed load of 12 tons. This heavy-duty capacity suits dense, industrial goods and gives the client the confidence to store heavier SKUs at height without compromising safety.
All main aisles are set to 2000 mm, providing enough room for safe, efficient forklift travel and pallet handling. The layout balances storage density with operational accessibility, so the client gains maximum pallet positions without sacrificing daily workflow.
Safety Features
Protective guard rails at aisle ends and corners protect uprights from forklift impact (R300 corner protection).
Top ties connect upright frames for added rigidity at high elevations.
Heavy-duty uprights and beams engineered specifically for 3-ton per level loading.
Clear 2000 mm aisles reduce collision risk and support smooth material flow.
Why This Solution Works for the Customer
By combining a very high rack height with robust load ratings, this pallet racking system turns the customer's new warehouse into a high-density storage facility. The back-to-back double-row arrangement with a single wall row squeezes more usable pallet locations into the same floor area, while the 2000 mm aisles keep the operation safe and productive. Every detail was tailored to the site drawing, ensuring the racks fit the building dimensions and workflow from day one.
From layout planning and structural design to production and delivery, this Venezuela project reflects our commitment to delivering warehouse storage systems that are engineered for strength, safety, and long-term value.
Project Overview
A Pakistan-based distribution company approached our engineering team with a clear challenge: a newly constructed warehouse measuring 30 meters long, 20 meters wide and 10 meters high that needed far more usable storage than a single ground floor could offer. Rather than pouring expensive concrete mezzanine slabs, the client wanted to convert the building's generous height into storage by dividing it into four evenly spaced tiers, each one fitted with steel longspan panel shelving. The result is a high-density, cost-efficient multi-level storage system that multiplies the original floor area without altering the building structure.
Client Requirements
Every design decision was driven by the client's detailed specification, which we captured precisely before engineering began:
Divide the 30 x 20 x 10 m warehouse into four evenly divided tiers.
Use steel panel shelving (longspan shelving) on every tier instead of concrete mezzanine floors.
Each shelf level sized at D 1000 mm x L 2400 mm x H 500-600 mm.
Load capacity of 700 kg per shelf level.
Provide one staircase for each tier to guarantee safe, quick operator access.
Reserve a dedicated zone in the center of the building for a future elevator.
Keep the upper-tier aisles wide enough for manual pallet trucks to travel through.
The bottom level of each tier must stand directly on the ground, with no floor slab.
Our Solution
We engineered a four-tier steel longspan shelving system built around the client's exact footprint. Each tier is constructed from heavy-gauge cold-rolled steel uprights and step beams, forming a rigid, fully bolted structure that carries the shelf loads directly to the floor without any suspended concrete slab. The ground-supported design keeps the load path simple, reduces civil work and shortens the project timeline.
The shelf levels use durable steel panels, giving a smooth, flat surface that protects cartons and packaged goods while making picking fast and comfortable. Upright frames and beams are powder-coated for corrosion and rust resistance, which is essential in Pakistan's hot, dusty warehouse conditions.
Accessibility and safe circulation were treated as first-class requirements. Each tier is served by its own staircase, so operators can move between levels without returning to a single central stair. The center of the building is left clear as an elevator zone, giving the client the flexibility to install a lift later as throughput grows. Aisle widths on the upper tiers were dimensioned to let manual pallet trucks roll freely, ensuring smooth put-away and order picking on every level.
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Warehouse Size
30,000 mm (L) x 20,000 mm (W) x 10,000 mm (H)
Number of Tiers
4 evenly divided levels
Shelving Type
Steel longspan panel shelving
Shelf Size
D 1000 mm x L 2400 mm x H 500-600 mm
Load Capacity
700 kg per shelf level
Access
One staircase per tier
Elevator Zone
Reserved central area
Upper-Tier Aisles
Sized for manual pallet trucks
Base Construction
Ground-supported, no floor slab
Design Highlights
Four-tier density: Turns a single-floor building into four usable storage levels, maximizing cubic space.
No concrete mezzanine: Ground-supported shelving avoids costly slabs and simplifies installation.
700 kg shelf load: Engineered beams and uprights safely handle heavy cartons and packaged stock.
Tier-by-tier staircases: Direct access on each level improves safety and picking speed.
Future elevator-ready: A reserved central zone keeps expansion options open.
Manual pallet truck aisles: Comfortable working widths on every upper level.
Project Outcome
By combining longspan shelving with a smart multi-tier layout, the Pakistan client gained a storage system that dramatically increases pallet and carton capacity within the same 30 x 20 m footprint, all without a heavy concrete investment. The modular design also means the configuration can be adjusted, extended or relocated as the client's business evolves.
Looking for a similar multi-tier shelving or mezzanine project? Contact our engineering team for a tailored solution and a fast quotation.
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Client Profile
Item
Detail
Region
South America
Client Type
Industrial distributor / end-user procurement
Product Required
Light-duty shelving system
Order Scale
3,000 complete sets (including all accessories)
Procurement Phase
Initial inquiry → Sample confirmation → Planned bulk order
Client Requirements (Full Specifications)
No.
Product Name
Specifications
Unit
Quantity
1
Shelf Frame
W900×D450×H2400, 8 levels, 100kg/level
pcs
3,000
2
Angle Steel Post
2400×38×38×1.5mm, powder coating, grey
pcs
6,000
3
Steel Panel
900×450×0.7mm, 100kg/level, powder coating, grey
pcs
750
Accessories
Corner Plates & Hardware
Per set: 32 corner plates + 128 bolts M8×15mm + 4 plastic feet
set
Included with each shelf set
Key Communication Milestones & Problem Solving
Milestone 1: Connection Method Confirmation
The client's initial inquiry did not specify the connection method. Our team proactively presented our standard solution: keyhole-shaped punched holes (葫芦孔) enabling tool-free, snap-together assembly.
We sent a reference image of the keyhole connection to the client.
Client response: "Yes, that's it!" – immediate confirmation.
Outcome: Connection method aligned with expectations. No custom tooling or redesign required. Quoting could proceed without delay.
Milestone 2: Color Selection & Cost Management
The client's specification sheet indicated grey but did not include a specific RAL code.
Our team inquired: Are white / black / grey pricing identical?
Feedback received: White carries different cost implications. Specific color code is needed for accurate pricing.
Client response: No specific RAL code available – only a reference image.
Our Strategy: Proceed with a standard grey quote as the baseline. Clearly communicate to the client that color variations may affect the final price, and await their feedback on color preference.
Outcome: Quotation baseline established without delay. Client retains flexibility to adjust color choice later without restarting the entire quoting process.
Milestone 3: Sample Strategy & Trust Building
Given the substantial order volume of 3,000 sets, our team proactively recommended a sample-first approach:
Sample Details
Specification
Sample Quantity
2 complete shelving sets (including all accessories)
Destination
Client's provided South American shipping address
Purpose
• Allow client to physically assemble and test the product• Verify dimensional accuracy and load capacity• Confirm powder coating finish and color match expectations• Reduce risk before committing to bulk production• Build long-term trust through transparent quality validation
Quotation Outcome Summary
Dimension
Result
Specification Confirmation
100% matched client requirements (W900×D450×H2400, 8 levels, 100kg/level)
Connection Method
Client confirmed keyhole-hole design – standard production, no modification needed
Color Strategy
Baseline quote based on standard grey; adjustment option reserved for client
Sample Order
2 complete sets – currently in production, pending shipment
Next Step
Upon sample approval, proceed with full 3,000-set bulk order
Critical Success Factors
✅ Proactive Communication – We did not wait for the client to specify every detail. We asked the right questions (connection method, color code) and offered solutions upfront.
✅ Decisive Professional Judgment – When color information was incomplete, we moved forward with a standard grey quote rather than stalling the process over a minor detail.
✅ Shared Risk Approach – Recommending samples before bulk production demonstrates confidence in our quality and reduces the client's purchasing hesitation.
✅ Rapid Response – From initial inquiry to connection confirmation, quotation completion, and sample production scheduling – every step was executed efficiently.
Current Client Status
📦 2 Sample Sets – In production, being packed for shipment to South America📋 Quotation – Confirmed and submitted to client📈 Bulk Order – Ready to launch upon sample approval (3,000 complete sets)
Project Overview
A food distribution company in Malaysia operating its own warehouse required a complete high-density pallet racking solution for four storage rooms, each measuring 24 m (L) x 27 m (W) x 9 m (H). To maximise storage capacity and keep daily operations efficient, the project combines push back racking, drive-in racking and radio shuttle racking, covering both ambient storage and multi-temperature cold storage in a single warehouse. Detailed 1:100 racking layout drawings were prepared for every room to confirm aisle widths, lane depths and exact pallet positions before manufacturing.
Customer Requirements
Four independent storage rooms, each 24 m x 27 m x 9 m.
Rooms 1, 2 and 3: ambient temperature storage for food products.
Room 4: multi-temperature area, with 40% freezer space at -25°C and 60% chilled space at 0°C.
Pallet load for Rooms 1-3: 1200 x 1000 x 1600 mm, 1000 kg per pallet. The previous 1800 mm allowance included extra free space added by the customer, and the design has been revised to the actual 1600 mm load height.
Pallet load for Room 4: 1200 x 1000 x 1300 mm, 1000 kg per pallet.
Four storage levels required in the ambient rooms; four levels on both sides and five levels in the middle of Room 4.
Last-In-First-Out (LIFO) deep storage to increase density and reduce aisle area.
Solution Design
Rooms 1-3: Ambient Storage with 50% Push Back and 50% Drive-In Racking
Each ambient room is equipped with a 50/50 combination of push back racking and drive-in racking. Both systems store pallets in deep lanes accessed from a single aisle, eliminating the need for multiple aisles and significantly increasing storage density compared with selective racking.
With the confirmed pallet height of 1600 mm, four storage levels fit comfortably within the 9 m building height, releasing the unused height created by the previous 1800 mm allowance. Push back racking provides better selectivity with nested carts riding on inclined rails, while drive-in racking offers a cost-effective solution where the forklift enters the lane directly. Each lane holds pallets of 1200 x 1000 x 1600 mm with a load of 1000 kg, and the engineered layout delivers around 1,000 pallet positions per room.
Room 4: Multi-Temperature Storage with Radio Shuttle and Push Back Racking
Room 4 is divided by temperature zone. Around 40% of the room is a -25°C freezer equipped with radio shuttle racking, while the remaining 60% is a 0°C chilled area continuing with push back racking. The 1300 mm pallet height allows four levels on both sides and five levels in the middle, making full use of the building height in every zone.
Radio shuttle racking was selected for the deep-freezer zone because it minimises the time forklifts and operators spend inside the -25°C environment. A shuttle cart carries pallets deep into the lane automatically, so the forklift only works at the lane entrance, reducing energy loss and improving both safety and operating efficiency in the freezer.
Key Technical Highlights
High-density LIFO storage: push back, drive-in and radio shuttle systems all store multiple pallets per lane with single-aisle forklift access.
Full height utilisation: four levels in ambient rooms and four to five levels in the multi-temperature room within the 9 m building height.
Cold storage efficiency: radio shuttle technology cuts forklift travel and door opening time in the -25°C freezer.
Engineered layout: 1:100 shop drawings for every room confirm aisle widths, lane depths, bay arrangements and exact pallet positions before production.
Customised pallet handling: systems engineered for 1200 x 1000 mm pallets, 1000 kg load, with 1600 mm and 1300 mm load heights.
Food-grade protection: anti-corrosion powder coated finish suitable for humid tropical climates and low-temperature operation.
OEM service: lane depth, levels, beam lengths and colours all customised to the customer's layout and forklift fleet.
Project Outcome
Area
Temperature
Racking System
Levels
Approx. Pallet Positions
Rooms 1-3 (each)
Ambient
50% Push Back + 50% Drive-In
4
~1,000 per room
Room 4 - 40% zone
-25°C Freezer
Radio Shuttle
5 (middle)
~530
Room 4 - 60% zone
0°C Chiller
Push Back
4 (sides)
~640
In total, the four rooms deliver more than 4,000 pallet positions, giving the customer a dense, flexible and energy-conscious storage layout for its food warehouse in Malaysia.
Conclusion
This project shows how a single warehouse with mixed temperature zones can be fitted with the right combination of deep storage technologies. By matching push back racking, drive-in racking and radio shuttle racking to each temperature zone and pallet profile, the customer obtains maximum density, lower operating cost and reliable day-to-day access to every pallet. All systems are manufactured with CE and ISO9001 quality control and exported with protective packing for fast on-site installation.