LONGSPAN SHELVING PERTH
Overview of Longspan Shelving
Longspan shelving is a flexible storage system that fills the gap between heavy pallet racking and light-duty office shelving. As the name suggests, it offers longer shelf spans (widths) and deeper shelves to accommodate a wide range of items – from archive boxes and spare parts to retail stock and bulky equipment. Rackman Australia’s longspan shelving solutions are popular across many industries for their strength, versatility, and cost-effectiveness.
Our longspan shelves typically consist of steel upright frames, steel beam pairs, and shelf decking (which can be particle board, melamine, mesh, or steel panels). They are modular and adjustable in height, much like pallet racking, but designed for hand-loaded storage. Common configurations include bay widths of 1200mm to 2400mm and shelf depths of 400mm to 1200mm, giving you plenty of space per level for large or multiple items. Longspan is used in warehouses, workshops, garages, storerooms – basically anywhere you need sturdy shelves for medium-weight items.
Specifications for our Perth longspan shelving
|
Beam Length (mm) |
External Bay Length (mm) |
Loading Per Level (kg) |
Frame Height (mm) |
Bay Depths (mm) |
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900 |
1020 |
890 |
950 |
460 |
|
1200 |
1320 |
660 |
1800 |
600 |
|
1500 |
1620 |
530 |
2000 |
900 |
|
1800 |
1920 |
450 |
2400 |
1200 |
|
2100 |
2220 |
385 |
3000 |
|
|
2400 |
2520 |
300 |
Custom |
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Key Features of Rackman’s Longspan Shelving
- Don’t confuse longspan with flimsy shelves – these units are built strong. Each shelf level can often support between 300 kg to 800+ kg uniformly distributed, depending on the span and decking with Mesh Decking. This means you can load heavy cartons, tool cases, or multiple archives without worry. The frames are made of roll-formed steel, and beams lock in with steel connectors. We ensure our longspan systems meet Australian Standard requirements for shelving safety and stability (many aspects mirror AS 4084 for racking). For example, our design includes considerations like a 2:1 safety factor on loads and provision for floor fixing if needed for tall units.
Longspan shelving offers adjustable beam heights, typically in increments of 50mm or 76.2mm (depending on the system brand). This means you can easily change the shelf spacing to accommodate items of different heights. If you reconfigure your storage, the shelving adapts – store small boxes now, and later you might re-slot the shelves to fit larger bins. The shelving units are also extendable: you can start with a single bay and add extra bays that share uprights (starter and adder bay concept). This way, an entire row of longspan shelving can be created by adding bays, optimising materials and cost. The modular nature means your investment is scalable as your storage needs grow.
- We provide several decking materials for the shelves. The most common is 18mm or thicker particle board – economical and solid for general purposes with Mesh Decking. We also offer mesh decks (great for fire safety and to allow dust to fall through, or for storing items that need ventilation, and you can see through to identify items from below). Steel panel decks or galvanised panels are used in food or cool room environments or where wood is not desired. And for a smooth easy-clean surface, melamine-faced boards can be supplied (often for archive shelving in offices). You can choose based on your load type and environment. All decks sit flush or slightly recessed in the beams for a neat finish.
- One of longspan’s biggest strengths is how multi-purpose it is. These shelves can be used in: warehousing (for slower-moving inventory or odd-sized items that don’t palletise), retail stock rooms (for storing apparel boxes, etc.), record archives (commonly used by document storage companies, sometimes in multi-tier arrangements), workshops (to hold parts, tools, or work-in-process items), and even garages at home (heavy-duty garage shelving). We even have customers use longspan as the framework for workbenches or packing stations – by adding a worktop to a certain height and using upper levels for storage. It’s truly an all-around solution that can be configured to your particular need. Our longspan shelving is designed to be equally at home in a commercial warehouse or a residential garage.
Advantages of Longspan Shelving for Your Storage
Longspan shelving is relatively easy to assemble and reconfigure. It uses a boltless design where beams slot into uprights and are secured with safety pins. Rackman’s shelving kits come with straightforward instructions, and our team can also install them for you. If you move premises or want to rearrange, you can disassemble and move the units without specialised equipment. This makes it very tenant-friendly and portable.
Compared to full pallet racking, longspan is generally cheaper per bay and doesn’t require forklifts to access (since it’s for manual use). For many medium-duty storage needs, it’s the most economical solution that still provides industrial-grade durability. It maximises use of vertical space up to a practical height (usually 2.4m to 3m high units for ease of hand access, or higher with stairs/ladder assistance). By using vertical space well, you save on floor space, which is effectively cost-saving on rent or building size.
- Installing longspan shelving can transform a messy area into an orderly storage zone. Instead of stacking items on top of each other on the ground (which makes access hard and risks damage), everything gets its place on a shelf. This reduces retrieval time significantly – staff can simply walk to a labeled shelf and pick what they need. We often configure systems with lower levels for heavier items (to minimise lifting strain) and upper levels for lighter or less frequently accessed items. With add-ons like bin dividers or labels on the shelves, inventory organisation becomes much easier. Businesses often report improvements in stock accuracy and workflow after investing in proper shelving with Longspan Shelving.
Having items scattered or stacked haphazardly is a safety hazard. Longspan shelving helps comply with workplace safety by keeping aisles clear and items secure. Our shelving units come with options for floor anchoring (advised for taller or heavily loaded units for stability). The open design can also comply with fire codes (especially if using mesh decks, which allow sprinklers to reach through levels). We ensure that even though these are hand-loading shelves, we adhere to the principles of racking standards for safe load distribution. We provide load rating signs for longspan installations so it’s clear how much each shelf and bay can hold, aligning with OHS best practices.
Rackman’s Services for Longspan Shelving
Rackman Australia not only supplies longspan shelving, but we also help you plan and implement it:
Needs Assessment:
We’ll discuss what you intend to store – sizes of items, weight, quantity – to determine the optimal shelf depth, bay width, and number of levels. For example, storing standard archive boxes might lead us to 400mm depth, 900mm bay width so 2 boxes per shelf in two rows. Storing larger cartons, maybe 600mm depth and 1800mm width for three cartons across. We essentially tailor the configuration to fit your stuff, which maximises storage density.
Layout Design:
If you have a large room or warehouse to fit out, our team can design a layout of multiple shelving rows, considering aisle space for trolleys or steps, any building columns, and so on. We aim for a logical arrangement that suits your workflow (e.g., creating zones for different categories of goods, ensuring enough clearance near doors, etc.). We can provide drawings if needed to visualise the setup.
Delivery and Installation:
We deliver the shelving to your site and can assemble it efficiently. Our installers ensure everything is level, aligned, and secured. A properly built longspan unit should be plumb and stable; we use tools to check alignment and anchor where necessary (especially if height-to-depth ratio calls for it). Installation is usually quick – a small garage worth of shelves can be done in hours, a large warehouse in a day or two.
After-Sales Support:
Need extra shelves later? No problem – we keep stock of additional beams, frames, and boards. Because the system is modular, you can add levels or even add whole bays later that connect to existing ones (saving one upright). Also, if you ever damage a component or lose a locking pin, we can supply replacements. We stand behind the quality, so if any defect were to appear, we address it promptly.
Internal Resource Links:
For more details or to shop standard kits, you can refer to our Longspan Shelving section on our shop. We have some pre-configured kits (like a popular garage shelving kit). Our capability statement also highlights our expertise in shelving and racking, showing that we have the know-how to deliver robust storage systems with Longspan Shelving.
Get Your Longspan Shelving Solution
If you’re in Perth and looking for a strong, versatile shelving system, Rackman’s longspan shelving is the answer. It’s an investment that will declutter your space and streamline your operations, whether in a commercial or home setting.
Call us at 1300 722 626 to talk to our shelving experts. We’ll help determine the best configuration for your needs and provide a competitive quote. If you already know what you want, great – we can likely give you a price and availability on the spot. If you’re unsure, we can visit your location, measure up, and design a solution free of charge.
You can also contact us online with details (dimensions of your area, what you’re storing, any specific requests like needing galvanised finish for outdoors or certain shelf heights for specific bins, etc.). Attach any pictures or layouts you have – we love visuals to get it perfect.
And if you need something quick or off-the-shelf, check our online store for standard longspan kits that might suit garages, small businesses, or immediate needs.
With Longspan Shelving Perth by Rackman Australia, you’ll gain a durable, adaptable storage system that grows with you. Let us help you maximise your space and put everything within easy reach. Contact Rackman Australia today and take the first step toward a more organised storage area!
