Custom Storage Solution for Large Steel Plate Management
A metal fabrication facility required an optimized storage system for 3000×1500mm steel plates. Critical specifications included precision height control (90mm clearance per layer), manual drawer systems with 1500-2000kg capacity per drawer, and specialized accessibility for horizontal storage of sheet metals for transport by forklift. Additional requirements featured electrostatic powder coating for industrial durability.
Engineered Storage System Specifications
Optimized Structural Design
Modular frame construction with triangular reinforcement joints delivers 3500kg structural integrity. The dual-strength configuration includes:
– Lower section: 10 manual pull-out drawers (90mm clearance)
– Upper section: 6 dedicated drawers for horizontal storage of sheet metals for transport by forklift (160mm clearance)
Total system capacity reaches 5360kg including pallets.
Precision Drawer Technology
Dual-bearing T-track rollers prevent misalignment during loading operations. Industrial-grade components include pressure-bearing hinges, screw-assisted braking systems, and safety limit screws to prevent over-extension during heavy-duty horizontal storage applications.
Forklift Integration Features
2.5-ton capacity upper drawers feature 800mm fork channel spacing and protective rounded corner guards. Chamfered support angles and standardized 160mm clearance enable efficient transport by forklift operations in high-traffic facilities.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Manual Drawers | Forklift Drawers |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity | 10 layers | 6 layers |
| Capacity | 1500-2000kg | 2500kg |
| Clearance | 90mm | 160mm |
| Operation | Manual pull-out | Forklift accessible |
Operational Advantages
Space Efficiency
Stores 16 discrete plate stacks in just 2m vertical space – 30% better utilization than conventional stacking for sheet metals.
Safety & Logistics
Anti-derailment tracks with visual forklift guides secure horizontal storage operations. Container-friendly disassembly (7.6m space requirement) offers two packaging options: cost-effective stretch film or protective wooden crates ($13/sqm additional).
Industry Applications
This solution serves industries requiring high-capacity horizontal storage of sheet metals: steel service centers processing 3m plates, aerospace manufacturers, heavy equipment plants, and metal distribution warehouses.
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