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Is it better to use cantilever-style or beam-style storage shelves for sheet materials?

September 16, 2025
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The storage of sheet materials requires warehouse shelves. There are several types of shelves suitable for storing sheet materials, such as cantilever shelves, beam shelves, automated vertical storage shelves, etc. So, which type of rack is better for sheet material storage, the cantilever type or the beam type? Let's find out.

cantilever shelves

The cantilever type and beam type are two mainstream warehouse shelves. There is no absolute superiority or inferiority between them. The core lies in whether they match the characteristics of the stored goods and the operational requirements. The beam type is the most versatile storage shelf, and its advantages lie in a simple structure, cost-effectiveness, and flexible access. Combined with forklifts, it can achieve rapid access to any pallet, making it very suitable for storing standardized sheet materials packed in regular pallets.

Sheet material rack

The cantilever type shelf is a solution tailored for long and bulky goods. Its single-sided or double-sided cantilever structure completely removes the obstacle of the front column, providing a large operating space for the storage and retrieval of sheet materials. If the sheet materials are of standard specifications, then the beam type shelf is more suitable. If the sheet materials are longer and thinner, the advantages of the cantilever type shelf are irreplaceable. The type of sheet material storage shelf can be selected based on the storage requirements such as the size, weight, and specifications of the sheet materials.

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