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Pipe Racks

Pipe Racks

Industrial Pipe Racks for Safe and Organized Storage

Pipe racks are heavy-duty steel systems used to store pipes, hollow sections, bars, flats, angles and similar long materials safely, systematically and accessibly in factories, warehouses and production areas. They prevent uncontrolled floor storage, help keep access routes open and provide faster access to the correct size and length for production.

Each system is engineered specifically according to material length, diameter or section, total stack weight, loading method, forklift or crane access, aisle layout, floor capacity and facility arrangement.

What Is a Pipe Rack?

A pipe rack is an industrial steel storage system that holds long materials horizontally on cantilever arms or vertically in divided compartments.

Depending on project requirements, the system may include:

  • Reinforced supporting columns
  • Single- or double-sided cantilever arms
  • Diagonal bracing
  • Base profiles and plates
  • Safety end stops
  • Vertical dividers
  • Mechanical or chemical anchors
  • Forklift-access clearances
  • Crane-loading zones
  • Modular bolted connections

Advantages of Pipe Racks

Provide High Load Capacity

Arm, column and connection sections are sized according to material length, total stack weight and load distribution.

Keep Long Materials Organized

Separate rack levels by pipe diameter, profile section, material type and length to simplify inventory control.

Reduce Material Preparation Time

Layouts designed for forklifts, cranes or transport carts provide faster access to the required material.

Improve Floor-Space Utilization

Multi-level cantilever storage reduces uncontrolled floor stacks and wasted space.

Limit Rolling and Overturning Risks

End stops, dividers and suitable arm geometry help prevent uncontrolled movement of pipes and profiles.

Offer a Modular and Expandable Structure

Additional modules, arm levels or compartments can be added when new sections or material groups are introduced.

Types of Pipe Racks

Single-Sided Cantilever Pipe Racks

Used along walls or in areas accessed from one side.

Double-Sided Cantilever Pipe Racks

Allow loading from both sides and provide high storage capacity in central warehouse areas.

Vertical Pipe and Profile Racks

Store short and medium-length materials upright in divided compartments.

Forklift-Loaded Pipe Racks

Cantilever spacing, fork-entry clearances and aisle widths are arranged for forklift operation.

Crane-Loaded Pipe Racks

Top access, sling connections and safe lifting clearances are designed for overhead or gantry cranes.

Pull-Out and Custom-Designed Racks

Developed for movable cassettes or non-standard applications where conventional rack geometry is insufficient.

Key Design Considerations

  • Material length, diameter and section
  • Total stack weight per level
  • Point and distributed load transfer
  • Cantilever arm length and spacing
  • Arm levels and overall rack height
  • End-stop and divider design
  • Forklift turning radius
  • Crane-hook and sling access
  • Column and bracing sections
  • Concrete floor and anchoring conditions
  • Operator access and safe passages
  • Corrosion and operating environment

Application Areas

  • Metalworking facilities
  • Machinery manufacturing
  • Steel fabrication workshops
  • Automotive and supplier industries
  • Pipe and profile sales warehouses
  • Energy and mechanical-installation sectors
  • White-goods and furniture manufacturing
  • Defense and aerospace industries
  • Warehouses and logistics centers
  • Organized industrial zones

Our Production Process

Each project is evaluated individually according to long-material inventory, loading method and site conditions.

1. Requirements Analysis and Site Survey

Pipe and profile types, lengths, sections, stack weights, frequency of use, lifting method, crane routes, forklift traffic and floor conditions are evaluated.

2. Layout and System Design

Rack rows, access directions, arm levels, column and arm sections, stops, dividers, base plates and anchoring details are determined.

3. Manufacturing

Profiles, columns, cantilever arms, bracing, base plates and connection components are cut, drilled, formed and assembled according to project dimensions.

4. Surface Treatment and Quality Inspection

Electrostatic powder coating, wet paint, galvanizing or protective coating is applied. Dimensions, welds, arm levels, connections and module compatibility are inspected.

5. Trial Assembly and Functional Inspection

Arm connections, stops, dividers, pull-out mechanisms where applicable, loading clearances and module joints are checked.

6. Shipment and Site Installation

Rack components are delivered, installed, aligned, checked for verticality, anchored and finally inspected.

Modification and Reinforcement of Existing Pipe Racks

Existing pipe racks may develop forklift-impact damage, cantilever-arm deformation, weld cracks, loose connections, damaged stops or anchoring problems over time. Heavier materials or layout changes may also require capacity reevaluation.

Following a technical inspection, the following works may be carried out:

  • Column and cantilever-arm replacement
  • Bracing reinforcement
  • Addition of end stops and dividers
  • Base-plate and anchor modification
  • Pull-out mechanism renewal
  • Adjustment of rack levels and arm spacing
  • Forklift- or crane-access modification
  • Module and capacity increase
  • Surface-coating renewal

Material and Surface Options

Material and surface treatment are selected according to load capacity, operating intensity and environment.

High-Strength Steel Profiles

Provide high load capacity for columns, cantilever arms, bracing and base elements.

Plate and Bent-Sheet Components

Used for base plates, connections, stops, dividers and custom safety components.

Bearing, Slide and Roller Systems

Can be used to provide controlled access in pull-out or movable rack systems.

Stainless Steel

Can be considered for applications requiring hygiene, wash-down resistance or high corrosion protection.

Electrostatic Powder and Wet Paint

Provide durable surfaces for indoor use and applications requiring specific chemical resistance.

Galvanized Coating

Provides long-term protection in humid, semi-open or highly corrosive environments.

Why Nevas Çelik?

Projects are not limited to standard rack dimensions; they are prepared according to actual material lengths, sections, stack weights, lifting method, crane and forklift conditions, operator access and floor structure.

Site survey, technical design, steel fabrication, surface treatment and professional installation are managed within a single process. Reinforcement, cantilever-arm modification, module addition and capacity increase can also be carried out on existing racks.

Information Required for a Quotation

  • Pipe and profile diameter, section and length
  • Total stack weight for each material group
  • Total stock quantity and capacity target
  • Single-sided, double-sided, vertical or pull-out rack preference
  • Crane, forklift or transport-cart information
  • Warehouse area and ceiling height
  • Required number of arm levels and modules
  • Aisle widths
  • Floor structure and concrete thickness
  • Paint, galvanizing or coating preference
  • Installation and delivery location
  • Photographs, dimensions and damage information for modification projects

Frequently Asked Questions

How many kilograms can pipe racks carry?

Capacity is engineered according to material length, total stack weight, cantilever-arm span, arm levels, column section and floor conditions.

What is the difference between single- and double-sided pipe racks?

Single-sided systems are used along walls or where access is available from one side. Double-sided systems allow loading from both sides and provide higher storage capacity in central areas.

Are pipe racks manufactured in standard dimensions?

No. They are prepared specifically according to material lengths, sections, weights and site layout.

Can one rack system be designed for forklifts and overhead cranes?

Yes. Cantilever spacing, aisle widths, top access and lifting-equipment working clearances can be designed together.

Can existing pipe racks be reinforced?

Yes. Columns, cantilever arms, bracing, base plates, anchors and safety elements can be renewed or reinforced following technical inspection.

Do you provide installation services?

Yes. Shipment, installation, alignment, verticality checks, anchoring and final inspections can be included in the project scope.

A Project-Specific Solution for Safe and Organized Long-Material Storage

Technical assessment and project engineering can be provided for a rack system suited to your pipe and profile dimensions, stack weights, loading method and facility layout.

You can request a quotation for a new pipe rack, reinforcement of an existing system or capacity increase by sharing your project information.

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