Longspan Shelving Adelaide
Overview of longspan shelving
When your storage needs exceed what office shelving can handle – but you’re not yet at the stage of needing pallet racking– longspan shelving strikes the perfect balance. At Rackman Australia, we supply and install longspan shelving in Adelaide for a broad range of industries, helping businesses organise their stock and optimise vertical space without overcomplicating the setup.
Unlike basic bolt-together shelves, longspan shelving is a commercial-grade solution. Our systems feature high-tensile steel frames, heavy-duty beams, and your choice of decking, from particleboard to mesh or steel panels. Longspan shelving is ideal for cartons, archive boxes, tools, parts, or oddly shaped items that don’t sit well in tubs or on pallet racking.
From small manufacturers in the northern suburbs to council depots in the south, our team works across Adelaide to design longspan shelving systems that match your operations, whether you’re fitting out a back-of-house area, a trade store, or an entire warehouse.
Key features of our longspan shelving systems
Built for weight – not just looks
Our longspan shelves are built from industrial-grade steel and engineered to handle serious loads. Depending on the configuration, shelf levels can support up to over 800 kg of evenly distributed weight. Powder-coated or galvanised uprights are paired with high-strength beams that lock into place with safety pins for secure, stable storage. For added stability in taller units or high-traffic areas, we offer anchoring systems to secure shelving directly to the concrete slab.
Modular and adjustable
All shelving bays are modular by design. Beams are height-adjustable in regular increments, allowing easy reconfiguration as your inventory changes. Add more levels, adjust spacing, or expand with additional bays that share uprights to reduce costs. Whether you’re fitting out a small room or scaling up a full warehouse, longspan’s modularity ensures a flexible, futureproof setup.
Multiple decking options
Choose from a range of shelf deckings:
- ***Particleboard: Economical and sturdy for general use.
- ***Mesh decking : Enhances airflow, visibility, and fire safety compliance.
- ***Steel panel: Non-combustible and suitable for cleanroom or food-grade areas.
- ***Melamine board: A smooth, easy-to-clean finish for office or archive shelving.
Decks sit flush or slightly recessed into the beam, ensuring stored items are stable and won’t roll off.
Perfect for so many environments
From spare parts and records to consumables and packing stations, longspan shelving adapts to your business. Common applications include:
- ***Automotive workshops
- ***Retail storerooms
- ***Archive rooms
- ***Trade supply stock
- ***Garage and home workshops
- ***Multi-tier storage using catwalk systems
Some clients even repurpose longspan shelving as mobile workbenches or wheeled carts – a testament to its versatility.
Why Adelaide businesses choose longspan
Cost-effective, warehouse-grade quality
- Longspan shelving is the smarter alternative to full pallet racking for many hand-loaded applications. It’s easier to install, doesn’t require machinery to access, and is significantly more cost-effective per bay. Strong enough for commercial use, simple enough for anyone to use.
Improves space and workflow
- Tidy up floor clutter and make use of your vertical space. We typically design shelves between 2.4–3m high for easy hand access, but can go taller if you’re using ladders or a mezzanine. Our layouts prioritise access and safety – heavy stock down low, lighter items above, and enough aisle space for picking trolleys.
Better organisation, better safety
- With longspan shelving, you can organise your stock by type, frequency, or any custom system. Add bin dividers, colour-coded labels, or shelf signage to further streamline storage. We provide Safe Working Load signs as standard and can advise on floor anchoring, especially in high-risk zones or high-traffic areas.
Engineered for compliance and safety
- Our longspan systems follow best practices drawn from AS 4084 and similar structural racking standards. All racks are designed with a 2:1 safety factor and built for real-world use. For taller installations or increased loads, we recommend anchoring, and we ensure all shelf components (beams, connectors, decking) meet rigorous strength requirements. For facilities with fire safety requirements, we can supply mesh decking for sprinkler penetration and help ensure your setup complies with fire codes. Need documentation for an audit? We can provide load ratings and installation certification, too.
Versatile storage for South Australian businesses
When Adelaide businesses need a reliable shelving system that doesn’t break the budget or over-complicate storage, longspan shelving provides the perfect solution. Ideal for hand-loaded items that are too heavy for office shelves but don’t require full pallet racking, longspan bridges the gap between flexibility and strength. At Rackman Australia, we’ve installed longspan shelving across Adelaide, from Hindmarsh to Holden Hill, Lonsdale to Lobethal – helping businesses organise their inventory with tailored, scalable storage systems.
Our Adelaide clients range from retailers and trades to archives, workshops, and home garage users. Why? Because longspan is strong, adjustable, and built for the long haul.
Our longspan shelving systems are powder-coated or galvanised to withstand dusty warehouse conditions, humidity, or temperature fluctuations – making them ideal for everything from coolrooms to steel workshops. For outdoor or semi-covered areas, galvanised steel components offer added protection against corrosion.
Don’t mistake these shelves for light-duty. Our shelving solutions support 300 kg to 800+ kg per level when evenly loaded, depending on the configuration. Beams lock into place with steel connectors and safety pins, delivering commercial-grade performance. For installations over 2.4m tall or in high-traffic areas, we recommend anchoring units to the concrete slab to prevent tipping. We’ll take care of the design, delivery, installation – and provide Safe Working Load signage as standard.
As your business grows, your shelving should too. Start with a single bay and expand with shared-upright add-on bays that reduce costs while keeping your layout efficient. If you need to change your shelf heights to fit new stock, just unclip the beams and re-slot them. Beam levels adjust in 50 or 76 mm increments depending on the system. That means your setup can evolve with your operation – whether you’re expanding product lines or reorganising for better pick flow.
Pre-configured kits and rapid delivery options
Need shelving fast? Rackman stocks a range of pre-configured longspan shelving kits ready for immediate dispatch across Adelaide. These kits are perfect for:
- ***Garage or home workshop setups
- ***Back-of-house retail storage
- ***Temporary storerooms during renovations or moves
- ***Small business sites that need a fast storage upgrade without custom planning
Available in standard bay widths and heights, each kit includes uprights, beams, and your choice of particleboard or mesh decking. We’ll help you choose the best format for your needs – and if you outgrow it, our kits are fully compatible with our modular range, so you can build on what you’ve got.
Rackman’s Adelaide service: end-to-end shelving done right
- Our shelving specialists will review your stock profile, storage area, and any bottlenecks you’re facing. We’ll then recommend shelf depth, bay width, and decking based on your specific items. We also account for future growth, ensuring your shelving system is adaptable as your inventory evolves.
If you’re fitting out a large space, we map your shelving layout in relation to building features such as doors, columns, and emergency exits, while allowing for safe aisle widths and picking efficiency. Planning to add more later? We factor that in with a modular layout that lets you expand in stages.
Our team handles delivery and installation, levelling every bay and securing it to spec. We provide Safe Working Load signage and can anchor bays where needed. Installations are done efficiently, and we can work around your operational hours to minimise disruption.
Want extra beams, shelves, or matching bays? We keep compatible parts in stock for easy future upgrades. Damaged a shelf or need a new anchor kit? Just give us a call. We can also return for annual inspections or layout adjustments as your needs evolve.
Connect longspan to your broader storage system
Longspan shelving plays well with other storage types, and we can help you bring it all together. Combine longspan with:
- ***Steel shelving for lighter items or offices
- ***Pallet racking for bulk pallet storage
- ***Cantilever racking for long materials
- ***Bins and louvred panels for small parts
- ***Mezzanine floors for multi-level storage systems
At Rackman, we supply all of these and more. Visit our online store to browse longspan kits, accessories, and related storage products. When you need advice, our Adelaide team is just a phone call away.
Get your longspan shelving solution in Adelaide
Rackman’s longspan shelving is one of the smartest ways to organise your warehouse, workshop or storeroom, offering strength, flexibility, and expandability without the cost or complexity of heavy-duty pallet systems.
Call us on 1300 722 626 or request a quote now
Tell us what your Adelaide business does, and we’ll recommend a longspan shelving solution that can grow along with you.
Nobody knows racking like Rackman Australia
Not only do we ensure your compliance with Australian laws and insurance requirements, but we also carry our own insurance covering consultation, design, and inspections. With Rackman Australia, you can trust that your racking system is up to standard – and get back to doing what your business does best.