Storeplan's longspan shelving provides adjustable, hand-loaded storage for warehouses, workshops, stockrooms and parts stores. Choose timber, wire mesh or steel shelves, with configurations offering up to 500kg per shelf level.
- Standard widths: 1200, 1800 and 2400mm.
- Standard depths: 400, 600 and 800mm.
- Standard heights: 1800, 2400 and 3000mm.
- Clip-together construction, adjustable shelf levels and accessory options.
We help plan the layout around your stock and available space, then supply, deliver and install. Request an obligation-free layout and quote; we will confirm the load ratings and configuration for your project.
Categories: Industrial & Commercial Shelving Systems
Get A Free Quote- Sizes & Specifications
- Description
Longspan Shelving Sizes and Specifications
| Component | Standard options |
|---|---|
| Height | 1800mm, 2400mm or 3000mm |
| Depth | 400mm, 600mm or 800mm |
| Width | 1200mm, 1800mm or 2400mm |
| Shelf surface | Timber, wire mesh or steel |
| Shelf capacity | Up to 500kg per level, depending on the specified configuration and load distribution |
| Layout options | Adjustable shelf levels, with sizes, colours and accessories available on request |
The dimensions above are Storeplan’s published standard sizes. Contact us to confirm the available combinations and usable shelf space for your chosen configuration. Provide your required sizes, shelf levels and item weights so we can confirm a suitable arrangement. Ask us to confirm the load rating for the complete bay as well as each shelf level.
Longspan Shelving for Warehouse, Workshop and Stockroom Storage
Longspan shelving, also called long span shelving or longspan racking, uses upright frames, horizontal beams and shelf surfaces to create accessible storage bays. It is a practical option for hand-loaded cartons, tools, parts and bulky items that need more space than small compartment shelving provides.
Storeplan can configure the layout for warehouse picking, workshop supplies, electrical and automotive parts stores, retail stockrooms and archive storage. Start with what you store and how it is accessed: the right shelf width and depth should keep stock organised without making items at the back difficult to reach.
Choosing the Right Bay Size and Shelf Layout
- Width: measure the items or containers that will sit beside one another, including the space needed to handle them. Confirm whether quoted dimensions refer to the overall bay or usable shelf space.
- Depth: choose a shelf that supports your items while allowing practical access. Deep shelves can suit larger cartons, but small parts may be easier to manage in shallower shelves or bins.
- Height and shelf levels: allow enough clearance for the tallest stored items and the method used to reach them. A taller frame is only useful when staff can safely access the proposed levels.
- Layout: allow for doors, columns, walkways and the movement of people and equipment. Consider whether staff will pick from one side or both sides of a shelving run.
Timber, Wire Mesh or Steel Shelves?
The shelf surface should suit the size and shape of your stock, the working environment and the specified load.
- Timber shelves provide a continuous surface for cartons, containers and general stock. Confirm the specified board and supports for the load.
- Wire mesh shelves provide an open surface. Check that the bases of your items are suitable for the mesh openings; small loose items may need containers.
- Steel shelves are one of Storeplan's available shelf options. Ask our team to confirm the shelf construction, supports and load rating for the items you plan to store.
Discuss moisture, cleaning requirements and any specialist storage conditions with our team so the materials and finish can be specified for the application.
Understanding Shelf and Bay Load Ratings
Storeplan offers longspan configurations with capacities up to 500kg per shelf level. The rating depends on the beams, shelf surface, supports and complete configuration. It is not a promise that every width, shelf option or layout carries the same load.
A uniformly distributed load is spread evenly across the shelf. A single heavy item concentrated in one position creates a different loading condition and needs to be assessed accordingly. The total capacity of a bay is also a separate limit. Provide the weight and dimensions of your items when requesting a quote so Storeplan can confirm the appropriate specification.
Accessories and Custom Layouts
Options include mobile bays with heavy duty castors, security cages and tool rack storage. Mobile configurations require their own load and operating specification. Sizes and colours can be discussed to suit your project.
For projects that need additional floor space, see our longspan-supported mezzanine systems. A mezzanine needs a purpose-designed structure; standard shelving should not be assumed suitable to support a floor.
A Longspan Installation for Cetnaj Maitland
Storeplan supplied Cetnaj Maitland with black Longspan shelving using adjustable steel shelves, 2400mm-high frames and a mix of bay lengths and depths. Single- and double-sided layouts provided storage suited to the electrical wholesaler's stock and available space.
View the Cetnaj Maitland longspan shelving installation to see the project and configuration details.
Compare Longspan with Other Storage Systems
For smaller items and general office or workshop storage, compare RUT steel shelving. For another configurable industrial shelving option, explore R3000 storage shelving.
If you need to store loaded pallets handled by a forklift, discuss industrial pallet racking systems with our team. Our industrial and commercial shelving range helps you compare the available shelving options.
Layout Planning, Supply, Delivery and Installation
Storeplan offers obligation-free layout planning and quoting, followed by supply, delivery and installation. To prepare a useful quote, send the available floor dimensions, your largest item sizes and weights, the number of shelf levels you need, and your delivery location.
We can also discuss auditing and servicing requirements after installation. Request a longspan shelving quote or call 1300 551 281 to discuss your storage project.
Frequently Asked Questions About Longspan Shelving
Longspan shelving is used for hand-loaded cartons, parts, tools, archive boxes and other stock that needs accessible shelf storage. Typical applications include warehouse picking areas, workshops, trade stockrooms and parts stores. The bay size, shelf surface and load rating should be selected around the items you need to store.
Storeplan offers configurations rated up to 500kg per shelf level. The actual capacity depends on the selected components, dimensions and load distribution. An evenly distributed load differs from a heavy item concentrated in one position. Ask us to confirm both the shelf rating and the total bay capacity for your intended use.
Storeplan lists standard heights of 1800, 2400 and 3000mm; depths of 400, 600 and 800mm; and widths of 1200, 1800 and 2400mm. Contact the team to confirm available combinations, usable shelf space and the configuration suited to your stock.
Storeplan offers timber, wire mesh and steel shelf options. Discuss your item sizes, weights, working environment and cleaning requirements with the team. Ask us to confirm the shelf construction, supports and rated capacity for the selected configuration.
Longspan shelving is generally used for hand-loaded items, while pallet racking is designed around palletised loads and forklift handling. The systems have different components and load requirements. Tell us how you load, store and retrieve your stock so we can recommend the appropriate system.
The shelf levels are adjustable, and future changes can be considered when planning the layout. Before adding levels or extending a run, confirm component compatibility, clearances and the complete bay load rating with Storeplan. Extra shelves do not automatically increase the total load the bay can carry.
Storeplan offers obligation-free layout planning and quoting. For a quote, provide your available space, preferred shelf sizes and material, item weights, number of levels and delivery location. Tell us whether you need installation and ask the team to confirm the inclusions and total project price.
Yes. Storeplan provides supply, delivery and installation, with layout planning before the order is finalised. Contact the team with your location and project requirements to confirm the service scope, timing and site access arrangements. Installation should follow the specification and instructions for the selected system.