Proper Use of Cantilever Rack Calls for Proper Training
The value cantilever rack provides, especially for odd-shaped items, is invaluable. However, improper installation and use of cantilever rack can have severe effects and cause product damage. It is essential that proper training and installation is applied in order to achieve maximum effectiveness.
Steel King offers an intensive cantilever rack user manualwhich includes a number of critical guidelines including:
- the best type of flooring to use, and what data must be gathered from the building architect before installation
- how to avoid improper loading that can reduce capacity by 50%
- how to avoid “impact loading” and how to position loads for safe, even load distribution – how to calculate upright capacity, and determine proper arm spacing/bracing
- how to protect operators and maximize material handling efficiency/equipment longevity
Download the PDF version of Steel King’s Design Guide
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