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Material racking is used to store bulky, long or heavy items that can’t be packed on standard pallets. Common options include vertical racking for upright storage, cantilever racking for long goods like timber and tubes, and sheet material racks for flat panels and boards.
Material racking improves safety and organisation by separating materials into clearly defined sections. It also keeps items visible and accessible, supports flexible layouts and helps make better use of vertical space.
When choosing material storage racking, start by checking the load weight. Make sure the weight capacity matches what you plan to store, whether that’s lighter materials or heavier, bulkier items. Because material storage racking is built to specific load limits, selecting the right capacity is essential for safe, reliable use.
It’s also important to think about the type of materials you’ll be storing. Different racking designs are better suited to different items, such as long lengths, flat sheets or awkwardly shaped materials.
If you are unsure which racking to choose, speak to our friendly, expert team on 012811700 or chat with us online at no extra cost.
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) recommends that racking systems are inspected at least once a year by a competent and qualified person. If your racking is moved, altered, or shows signs of damage, more frequent inspections should be carried out. Regular visual checks by a designated Person Responsible for Racking Safety (PRRS) are also advised to ensure any issues are identified promptly
In fast-moving industrial settings such as stockrooms, gyms and warehouses, the right storage racking can make a real difference to how a space is used. At AJ Products Ireland, we offer sturdy, high-quality racking systems designed for long-term use and simple installation. Our range includes industrial racking and storage options suitable for a wide variety of materials, such as:
Sheet material racking – ideal for storing flat items such as boards, panels and sheets
Vertical racking – well suited for long or upright materials like timber and metal bars
Cantilever racking – perfect for bulky or oversized loads, including pipes, steel sections and timber
If you’re choosing between different material storage racks, read our guide on how each type of racking is designed to be used. With multiple load capacities available, our panel racking support safer working practices and provide reliable, high-quality racking built to last.
Standard warehouse shelving is not suitable storing timber, pipes, sheet metal or glass. Our heavy duty storage racking is manufactured from durable steel and designed to handle demanding loads in industrial environments where reliability matters every day.
At AJ Products Ireland, maximum load capacity depends on the type of steel storage racking you choose. Typical capacities across our range include:
Vertical racking – no fixed maximum load but best suited for lighter, upright materials
Cantilever racking – maximum load up to 16,000 kg
Sheet material racking – maximum load up to 1,000 kg
All our heavy duty material storage racks are built to support changing storage needs. Multi-height sheet racks are available for awkward or oversized panels, with height options ranging from 400 mm to 1,000 mm. Many models are also available with 3 to 5 sections, giving added flexibility as requirements evolve.
Our cantilever options include double-sided designs, allowing you to build a heavy duty racking system with twice the storage capacity. Combined with lifting equipment, this creates a practical and safer way to handle heavy or long goods.
Choosing the right panel racking starts with understanding your available floor space, panel sizes and how frequently materials need to be accessed.
At AJ Products Ireland, our panel storage racks are made to suit different working environments. For large or heavy sheet materials, wide material racking provides stable, organised storage. Where space is tighter, vertical designs offer a more compact way to store panels while keeping them easy to reach.
Our panel storage racks are designed for:
Easy and safe access to panels
Quick, straightforward assembly
Long-term reliability, backed by a 7-year guarantee
Sheet material racking is well suited to plywood, chipboard and timber panels. Wide bays and divided sections make it easy to organise different thicknesses in one place, keeping materials visible and quick to retrieve.
If space is limited, vertical storage racking is a practical way to make better use of the available area. Some models are pre-drilled for floor fixing to improve stability when storing larger sheets. Single-sided designs with multiple dividers support safer handling, while add-on rails and shelves allow you to build upwards as storage needs grow.
At AJ Products Ireland, we supply racking for storage across warehouses, gyms, vans and stockrooms. Our range includes pallet racking, cable reel storage racks, tyre racking and warehouse shelving, making warehouse storage and racking solutions easy for teams to rely on.
With years of experience in industrial storage, we know how to match the right material racking and storage racking systems to your space, layout and handling needs. Browse our range of racking for storage to create a more organised workplace built to handle everyday demands.
