Industrial Shelving & Commercial Shelving Solutions

Industrial Shelving for Warehouses and Workshops

Industrial storage needs to suit the items being picked, the loads on each shelf and the space available for staff to work. For bulky cartons and heavier hand-loaded stock, compare Longspan and R3000 shelving. For smaller parts, supplies and general storage, RUT and Super 123 offer other ways to organise the space.

Heavy Duty Longspan Shelving

LS600 Longspan shelving is a clip-together system with configurations rated up to 500kg per shelf level. It suits warehouse picking areas, workshops and trade stockrooms where bulky items need accessible shelving. The required shelf span, depth, shelf material and load arrangement should be confirmed when specifying your system.

R3000 Industrial Storage Shelving

R3000 storage shelving is a robust, multi-purpose system designed for industrial applications. It is an option for demanding storage environments where a configurable shelving layout is needed. Ask our team to confirm dimensions, accessories and load ratings for your configuration.

Commercial Shelving for Offices, Trade Counters and Retail

Commercial shelving needs to balance storage capacity with access and presentation. A stockroom holding cartons, an office storing supplies and a shop displaying products can need different shelving systems.

• RUT shelving (Rolled Upright Type) suits offices, workshops and warehouses. Standard shelves carry up to 100kg, with heavy duty shelves rated up to 200kg available.
• Super 123 steel shelving carries up to 200kg per shelf level, with accessories to organise cartons and smaller items such as nuts and bolts.
• STERIMESH wire shelving carries up to 200kg per level and provides an open shelving option developed for hospitals and healthcare applications.
• Gondola display shelving suits retail merchandising, with volcano pegboard and slatwall backing options.

How to Choose the Right Shelving System

• Load: record the weight on each shelf and whether it will be evenly distributed or concentrated in particular positions.
• Item size: measure your largest cartons, bins or parts to determine shelf depth, bay width and clear space between levels.
• Access: consider picking frequency, staff access and the equipment used around the shelving.
• Configuration: discuss shelf materials, accessories and the complete bay arrangement with our team before ordering.

About load ratings: the capacities above are per shelf level and refer to uniformly distributed loads. Capacity depends on the selected components and configuration; the load limit for a complete bay must also be checked. Concentrated loads require separate assessment. Storeplan can confirm the specification for your intended use.

Shelving or Pallet Racking?

Shelving is commonly used for hand-loaded items and picking stock. If your operation stores palletised goods or needs bulk storage alongside picking locations, discuss a suitable pallet racking system with us. Selective pallet racking can also be configured with supported shelf decks for appropriate storage applications; the design and load ratings need to suit the job.

Shelving in Practice: Cetnaj Maitland

For electrical wholesaler Cetnaj Maitland, Storeplan supplied black Longspan shelving with adjustable steel shelves in single- and double-sided layouts. The project combined different bay lengths and depths to suit the available space and stock.

See the Cetnaj Maitland Longspan shelving project for the installation and configuration details.

Industrial and Commercial Shelving FAQs

What is the difference between industrial and commercial shelving?

Industrial shelving is typically selected for warehouse, workshop and stockroom storage, where load capacity, durability and picking access are priorities. Commercial shelving also covers offices, trade counters and retail displays, where presentation and the type of stock matter. The applications overlap: choose the system by its rated capacity, dimensions and intended use, rather than the label alone.

Which shelving is suitable for heavy items in a warehouse?

LS600 Longspan shelving offers configurations rated up to 500kg per shelf level with a uniformly distributed load. R3000 storage shelving is another option for demanding industrial applications. The right choice depends on the weight, dimensions and placement of your items, as well as the complete bay configuration. Ask Storeplan to confirm the rating for the system you need.

How much weight can commercial shelving hold?

Capacity varies by system and configuration. Storeplan offers RUT shelving rated up to 100kg per shelf as standard, with heavy duty shelves rated up to 200kg available. Super 123 and STERIMESH options are rated up to 200kg per level. These figures describe uniformly distributed loads; a concentrated load or a different bay configuration requires separate assessment.

Can shelving be configured for my available space?

Storeplan can help select bay dimensions, shelf levels and accessories around your stock and available floor space. A measure and quote considers access, picking frequency and what you need to store, so the proposed shelving layout suits your operation.

Does Storeplan supply and install shelving across Australia?

Yes. Storeplan supplies and installs industrial and commercial shelving across Australia for warehouses, workshops, wholesalers, offices and retail environments. Contact the team to discuss your location, project scope and installation requirements.

Get Help Specifying Your Shelving

We measure before quoting and discuss your stock, picking requirements and available space. Call 1300 551 281 or request a shelving quote to plan an industrial or commercial shelving system for your business.