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China Top Longspan Shelving Manufacturer & Suppliers

Engineering Heavy-Duty and Medium-Duty Industrial Storage Systems Since 2001. Compliant with EN 15512, EN 15620, and FEM Standards with Certified Quality and Rapid Global Logistics.

25+ Years

Manufacturing Heritage (Est. 2001)

30,000m²

Modern Production Facility

30,000t

Monthly Steel Racking Output

120+

Countries Served Worldwide

High-Performance Product Portfolio

Engineered Longspan Shelving & Industrial Storage Solutions

Precision cold-rolled profiles engineered for manual picking, intermediate bulk loads, and high-density industrial logistics. Fully configurable beam steps, shelf inlays, and upright depths.

Engineering White Paper

Structural Anatomy & Load Mechanics of Longspan Shelving

Longspan shelving serves as the critical intermediate structural solution bridging light-duty slotted angle shelving and heavy pallet racking. Developed for manual or semi-automated picking operations, its design relies on precise cold-roll forming, optimized steel yields, and moment-resisting beam-to-column connections.

At Guangzhou Heda Shelves Co., Ltd., upright frames are manufactured with a closed-front Omega profile or a stiffened C-channel cold-formed from high-tensile structural steel (Q235B and SPCC). Uprights feature high-accuracy punched perforations on a 50mm vertical pitch, allowing shelf elevation adjustments without compromising frame structural rigidity.

Deflection & Safety Thresholds: All HEDA longspan systems are calculated under limit state design principles according to EN 15512 and FEM 10.2.02. Horizontal beam deflection under uniform distributed loads (UDL) is restricted to a maximum of L/200, ensuring zero permanent plastic deformation over long operational lifespans.

  • 5-Connector Lug Hook Locking
  • Automatic Spring Steel Safety Pins
  • 3-Step Phosphating Rust Pretreatment
  • 60-80µm Thermosetting Epoxy Powder

Standard Technical Matrix

Standard Bay Heights 1800, 2000, 2500, 3000, 6000 mm
Clear Clear Span Lengths 1000, 1200, 1500, 1800, 2000, 2400 mm
Standard Frame Depths 400, 500, 600, 800, 1000, 1200 mm
Load Carrying Capacity (UDL) 300 kg to 1,000 kg per Level
Decking Panel Variants Steel Panel, Wire Mesh, Melamine Board
Column Section Profile 55×47mm / 60×50mm / 70×50mm C-Omega
Beam Profile Type P-Shaped Step Beam / Welded Box Beam
Manufacturing Standard EN 15512, EN 15620, ISO 9001:2015

Structural Tier Selection Matrix for Warehouse Planners

Select optimal shelving specifications based on unit handling weight, clear bay width, and structural deflection constraints.

System Category Bay Width (mm) Profile Section (mm) Rated Capacity Safety Factor Primary Industrial Use Cases
Light Longspan (Type A) 900 - 1500 50 × 35 × 1.2 150 - 250 kg/level 1.65 (Static) Small parts bin picking, archives, pharmaceutical carton handling
Medium Longspan (Type B) 1200 - 2000 55 × 47 × 1.5 300 - 500 kg/level 1.80 (FEM 10.2.02) E-commerce fulfilment, automotive aftermarket parts, general retail
Heavy Duty Longspan (Type C) 1500 - 2700 60 × 50 × 1.8 600 - 1000 kg/level 1.95 (EN 15512) Machinery tooling, chemical container storage, raw hardware goods
Multi-Tier Mezzanine Base 1800 - 2400 70 × 50 × 2.0 Frame: Up to 6500 kg 2.00 (Seismic Ready) Two-tier and three-tier picking towers with catwalk platforms
Enterprise Strengths & Compliance

Why Global Supply Chains Source From HEDA Shelves

Over 25 years of manufacturing excellence in Guangzhou, backed by rigorous European compliance certificates and large-scale industrial capacity.

Verified European Certification

Certified to CE Certificate No. 2435-CPR-8605159 and ISO 9001:2015 No. 18624Q00169R0M. Full compliance with EN 15512, EN 15620, and RoHS ensures seamless approval by European workplace health and safety inspectors.

Free 24h 3D & CAD Layout Proposals

Our in-house engineering team converts architectural DWG or PDF floor plans into fully calculated 3D layout schemes and static structural calculation packages within 24 to 48 hours—prior to any purchase commitment.

Direct OEM / ODM Scale & Capacity

With a 30,000m² manufacturing facility and over 300 experienced technicians, HEDA yields 30,000 tonnes of steel racking every month. We support custom RAL powder colours, private labeling, and specialized carton packaging for distributors.

Zero-Defect Quality Control

10-Stage Precision Manufacturing Workflow

Every component of our longspan shelving undergoes automated roll forming, CNC punching, chemical rust-proofing, and automated electrostatic powder coating.

01

Steel Inspection

Spectrometric assay and tensile yield verification of all incoming Q235B raw steel coils.

02

Precision Slitting

High-speed longitudinal slitting to exact coil widths with micro-tolerance edge deburring.

03

CNC Column Punching

Multi-punch CNC tooling creates 50mm pitch connector holes with ±0.1mm centerline accuracy.

04

Roll Profile Forming

18-pass precision continuous cold roll forming ensures zero residual structural twisting.

05

Robotic Welding

Automated multi-axis CO2 gas shielded welding bonds beam end-connectors with flawless penetration.

06

Acid Pickling

Total immersion acid bath removes all surface mill scale, oxidation, and oil contaminations.

07

Phosphatization

Nanotechnology zinc-phosphate layer forms a chemical barrier preventing under-film rust creep.

08

Powder Coating

GEMA electrostatic powder guns apply 60-80µm polymer epoxy resin across all surface planes.

09

200°C High-Bake Cure

Tunnel curing polymerizes coating into a high-impact, scratch-proof industrial armor finish.

10

Export Sea-Packing

Steel strapping, plastic shrink wrap, corrugated edge protectors, and numbered component tags.

Industry Strategic Forecasting

Future Procurement Trends & Technological Evolution

Key shifts impacting warehouse racking procurement from 2025 to 2030, from automated guided vehicle (AGV) integration to low-carbon green steel compliance.

Procurement Clarity

Frequently Asked Questions for B2B Importers

Clear, engineering-backed answers to essential queries regarding structural safety, international shipping, customized OEM specifications, and European installation standards.

What engineering standards do HEDA longspan shelving systems adhere to?
Our storage racking and industrial longspan shelving systems are engineered strictly in accordance with EN 15512:2020 (Steel static storage systems – Adjustable pallet racking systems – Principles for structural design) and EN 15620 (Tolerances, deformations and clearances). Furthermore, our factory holds factory production control CE Certificate No. 2435-CPR-8605159 and ISO 9001:2015 quality management accreditation. Certified structural load calculations and material mill test certificates (MTC) are issued for every project.
How is the Uniformly Distributed Load (UDL) calculated for wide shelf spans?
UDL indicates that the cargo weight is spread evenly across the complete clear span between upright frames. For a standard 2000mm beam with a rated 500kg capacity, the load must not be concentrated as a single point load in the center. In structural testing according to FEM 10.2.02, beam deflection under full rated load cannot exceed 1/200th of the span length (i.e., 10mm maximum vertical deflection over a 2000mm span), returning to zero deflection upon load removal.
What is the typical production and delivery lead time for export orders?
Standard containerized orders (1 to 3 40ft High Cube containers) are manufactured in 15 to 25 business days following CAD approval. Shipping transit from Guangzhou / Nansha / Shenzhen ports takes approximately 28 to 35 days to European base ports (Rotterdam, Hamburg, Antwerp, Valencia), 18 to 22 days to the US West Coast, and 12 to 16 days to Australia/ASEAN regions. Complete customs export clearance documentation, including Bill of Lading, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, and CE Declaration of Performance, are issued without delay.
Can HEDA provide custom RAL colors and OEM branding for regional distributors?
Yes. We act as private-label OEM manufacturer for major material handling distributors and racking installation contractors globally. We offer custom electrostatic powder coat finishes matched to any international RAL color code (e.g., standard RAL 5015 Blue, RAL 2004 Orange, RAL 7035 Grey, or bespoke corporate colorways). Uprights and beams can be laser-etched with your trademark, and packaging can feature customized distributor labels, assembly instruction manuals, and barcodes.
Which shelf decking panel is best suited: steel panels, wire mesh, or timber board?
The choice depends on product type and fire regulations. Galvanized or powder-coated steel panels offer high hygiene, durability, and smooth flat surfaces for loose hardware and unboxed items. Wire mesh decking is preferred where building codes mandate in-rack overhead sprinkler fire suppression penetration and lighting diffusion. Melamine or chipboard timber decking represents a cost-effective choice for dry, non-oily environments such as automotive spare parts and retail stockrooms.
What information is needed to obtain a free CAD warehouse layout and quote?
To prepare an optimized CAD drawing and formal quotation, our engineering team requires: (1) Warehouse floor plan (DWG, DXF, or PDF format) with column positions and clear ceiling heights; (2) Maximum weight and physical dimensions (W × D × H) of the storage items/boxes; (3) Required levels per bay; (4) Operating environmental conditions (ambient, cold storage, or corrosive chemical); and (5) Intended material handling equipment (manual hand-truck or specific reach truck aisle widths).
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