Precision-Engineered Heavy Duty Racking & Mezzanines
Explore our heavy-duty steel pallet storage racks, carton flow systems, and industrial platforms fabricated to match Australian standard pallet profiles (1165 × 1165 mm) and high-load distribution demands.
- 1,200 kg / Level
- Q235B Cold Steel
- Adjustable Pitch
- High Throughput
- Gravity Rollers
- Order Picking
- Clear Span
- Pre-engineered
- Industrial Grade
- 300-1000kg/m²
- Multi-level
- Custom Staircases
- 4 Load Levels
- Australian Pallets
- Epoxy Coated
- Teardrop Pattern
- Toolless Pin Lock
- Cold Store Spec
- 3,000 kg Dynamic
- Hex Honeycomb
- Bar Stock Storage
- Selective Access
- Hot-Dip Available
- High-Bay Rigidity
Over 24 years manufacturing premium industrial racking
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Continuous production supplying tier-1 global 3PLs
Supplying Australia, New Zealand, PNG & Pacific Islands
Teardrop Racking Architecture in the Australian Supply Chain Context
While the punched teardrop geometry emerged as the dominant North American warehousing standard, its deployment across Australian logistics networks requires specific structural adaptations to reconcile Australian Standard AS 4084:2023 with localized pallet geometry and seismic criteria.
High-Tensile Cold-Rolled Steel
HEDA fabricates all teardrop upright columns and boxed step beams using certified Q235B and Q355B structural steel, achieving yield strengths from 235 MPa to 355 MPa. Roll-formed with continuous profile consistency, our upright profiles maintain precise dimensional tolerances of ±0.5 mm over 12-meter clear heights.
- Minimum safety factor: 1.65 (ultimate limit state)
- Certified mill certificates (MTC) with every heat lot
Patented Dynamic Gravity Pin Locks
The inherent strength of teardrop shelving lies in its toolless wedge-action connection. As downward pallet load increases, beam rivets seat deeper into the tapered teardrop slot, creating rigid resistance against rotational moments. Integrated spring-loaded safety clips provide positive visual confirmation to prevent accidental forklift dislodgement.
- 50.8 mm (2-inch) vertical pitch adjustment increment
- High shear-strength steel locking pins tested to 1,000 kg uplift
Adaptation for CHEP Pallets
Australian logistics centers operate almost exclusively on 1165 mm × 1165 mm timber pallets (CHEP and Loscam pools), which differs from North American 40 × 48 inch (1016 × 1219 mm) GMA pallets. HEDA re-engineers frame depths to 1050 mm and adjusts beam clear entry spans to 2590 mm or 3840 mm to ensure compliant pallet overhang and structural bearing.
- 50 mm front and rear safe pallet overhang margins
- Heavy-duty pallet support bars and wire mesh decking
| Structural Parameter | US Standard Teardrop (Standard US) | HEDA Oceania-Adapted Teardrop | Australian AS 4084:2023 Mandatory Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Frame Depth | 1067 mm (42 inches) | 1050 mm Custom | Must accommodate 1165 mm pallets with 50 mm nominal front/rear overhang. |
| Beam Deflection Limit | L / 180 (RMI MH16.1 Standard) | L / 200 (Tighter Deflection) | Deflection under full design load shall not exceed span length divided by 200 (L/200). |
| Base Plate & Footing | Standard stamped 100 × 120 mm plate | Heavy Seismic 140 × 140 × 8 mm | Engineered against anchor bolt pullout shear forces under AS 1170.4 seismic loads. |
| Safety Locking System | Gravity drop pin or plastic snap | Hardened Auto-Locking Steel Pin | Positive locking mechanism withstanding minimum 5.0 kN vertical dislodgement uplift. |
| Surface Pretreatment | Standard single degrease | 10-Stage Acid Pickling & Phosphating | Corrosion resistance compliant with AS 2312 coating durability specifications. |
Where HEDA Storage Systems Operate Across Australian States
From primary freight corridors in Western Sydney to coastal logistics hubs in North Queensland, our teardrop and structural pallet racking systems are optimized for challenging operating environments.
Western Sydney & Melbourne Western Industrial Precincts
Distribution centers across Kemps Creek, Horsley Park, Truganina, and Altona face high rental rates per square meter, requiring maximum vertical clearance utilization up to 13.7 meters. HEDA configures teardrop selective and double-deep racking profiles with narrow aisle (VNA) reach forklift pathways to maximize pallet storage density per square meter.
- Optimized for 1165 × 1165 mm CHEP and Loscam wood pallet layouts
- High-bay vertical splice connections certified for heavy reach truck loads
- Full integration with warehouse management system (WMS) rack barcode labelling
Temperature-Controlled Facilities: -28°C Blast Freezers
Refrigerated air carries a high operating cost in facilities located in Brisbane, Townsville, and regional Victoria. HEDA provides hot-dip galvanized and specialized low-temperature powder-coated teardrop and drive-in systems that eliminate structural embrittlement at sub-zero temperatures while maintaining high structural load ratings.
- High-impact structural base post protectors for freezer-grade reach forklifts
- Galvanized wire decking resistant to thermal cycling moisture condensation
- Drive-in and radio shuttle configurations to maximize chilled room capacity
Western Australia (Pilbara) & Heavy Machinery Spares
Mining operations, drill rig suppliers, and fabrication workshops in Henderson, Karratha, and Adelaide require storage systems capable of handling non-standard, concentrated point loads. HEDA combines teardrop step beams with solid steel saddle supports, cantilever arms, and custom honeycomb pipe storage racks rated up to 3,000 kg per level.
- Heavy gauge steel sections (up to 2.5 mm wall thickness on uprights)
- Direct anchoring solutions certified for mining camp cyclonic wind forces
- Heavy-duty cantilever systems for drill casing, structural RHS, and timber pack storage
Key Factors Shaping Australian Warehouse Storage Decisions
The Australian industrial racking market is evolving rapidly. Tier-1 logistics managers, national builders, and independent importers are adjusting their procurement criteria based on safety standards, automation, and supply chain demands.
Stringent AS 4084:2023 Safety Auditing
The update of Australian Standard AS 4084 (Steel Storage Racking) has increased scrutiny on static load testing, baseplate anchoring, and deflection compliance. WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW conduct strict site inspections, requiring warehouse operators to provide verified engineering sign-offs, load notice signage, and documented mill test certificates.
HEDA Solution: Full section property data packs and structural calculation packages supplied directly for third-party local Australian RPEQ/Chartered Engineer certification.
Industrial Land Scarcity & Vertical Cubic Gain
With industrial vacancy rates in Sydney and Melbourne hovering at near-record low levels and land prices exceeding $1,200 per square meter, logistics operators cannot expand outward. Facilities are maximizing vertical clear heights up to 15 meters through multi-tier mezzanines, narrow-aisle teardrop systems, and automated pallet shuttles.
HEDA Solution: Integrated rack-supported mezzanine floors and high-aspect upright frames engineered to double or triple usable floor square meterage.
Shift to Factory-Direct OEM Sourcing
Australian warehouse operators face substantial markups when purchasing standard racking brands from domestic middlemen. Sourcing directly from certified international manufacturing facilities reduces overall project capital expenditure by 28% to 42%, while enabling bespoke beam fabrication, custom colors, and expedited container deliveries.
HEDA Solution: End-to-end containerized export logistics with sea-freight transit times of 14-22 days directly to Botany, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Fremantle ports.
End-to-End Precision Manufacturing Under ISO 9001 Controls
Our 30,000 square meter facility operates continuous roll-forming mills, automated CNC punch lines, and electrostatic powder coating plants to deliver structural steel racking with long-term dimensional stability.
Steel Coil Inspection
Mill test spectral analysis of Q235B & Q355B coil steel before entering uncoilers.
Precision Slitting
High-speed laser and rotary slitting lines with automated edge burr removal.
CNC Column Punching
Automated punch presses stamping high-precision teardrop patterns on 50.8 mm centers.
Cold Roll Forming
Multi-stage 24-station rolling mills forming rigid upright posts and box-step beams.
Profile Verification
Continuous laser optical measurement ensuring zero profile twist or lateral bowing.
Surface Polishing
Shot blasting and edge polishing to remove slag and prepare surface for bonding.
Robotic MIG Welding
Automated robotic beam-end connector welding for high moment resistance.
Pickling & Phosphating
Comprehensive 9-stage immersion bath to eliminate oils and prevent corrosion.
GEMA Powder Coating
Swiss GEMA electrostatic spray guns baking thermoset epoxy at 200°C for tough surface finish.
Export Pack & Stillage
Steel stillages and strapping compliant with Australian DAFF biosecurity import rules.
Frequently Asked Questions by Australian Buyers
Clear, direct answers regarding AS 4084 compliance, pallet dimensions, DAFF biosecurity inspections, and import duties under ChAFTA.