Manufactured using cold-rolled structural steel with yield strength exceeding 355 MPa. Each system is designed for high-density turnover, variable forklift interfaces, and international safety compliance.
In-house roll forming, stamping, robotic welding, and export packaging.
Full compliance testing and pre-export certification for Kenya Customs clearance.
Serving logistics parks, FMCG cold chains, and cross-border transit sheds.
Standard uprights and boxed step beams packed for direct 40ft HQ sea containers.
Kenya stands as the economic, commercial, and logistical powerhouse of East Africa. Driven by massive infrastructure investments—including the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), the modernization of the Port of Mombasa, and inland container dry ports (ICDs) in Embakasi and Naivasha—the country has transitioned into a premier distribution bridge serving Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, and eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
As modern international logistics parks such as Tatu City Industrial Park, Tilisi Logistics Park, Gateway Industrial Park, and the Athi River Export Processing Zone (EPZ) experience exponential tenant demand, enterprise warehouse owners face escalating land acquisition and lease expenses. The days of low-density floor-stacking storage have become commercially obsolete. Profitability demands vertical cubic optimization, robust seismic engineering, and long-term asset structural integrity.
As an experienced global storage racking manufacturer and dedicated exporter to the Kenyan territory, we engineer solutions specifically built for regional operational realities: structural baseplates adapted to varying industrial concrete slabs, seismic bracing resilient against East African Rift tremors, and industrial-grade protective coatings designed to withstand high coastal humidity in Mombasa and ambient dust across upcountry transit corridors.
From Nairobi's high-speed FMCG hubs to the horticulture cold corridors of Naivasha, our racking systems are engineered for specialized regional environments.
FMCG & Retail
Engineered for high-throughput central distribution centers supporting supermarket chains (Naivas, Quickmart, Carrefour) and consumer goods giants. Provides 100% selective accessibility for high SKU variety, high-velocity case picking, and rapid cycle counts.
Agro-Cold Chain
Cold-room optimized drive-in and push-back rack systems manufactured with hot-dip galvanized steel or antimicrobial powder coating. Designed to endure 0°C to 4°C environments without structural embrittlement, protecting export cut flowers, avocados, and fresh berries.
Cross-Border 3PL
Heavy-duty, high-bay structural storage engineered for container freight stations (CFS), customs-bonded facilities, and regional 3PL consolidators routing cargo through Mombasa along the Northern Corridor to Kampala, Kigali, and Juba.
Heavy Manufacturing
High-load steel mold racks, heavy-duty cantilever systems, and structural mezzanine floors designed for injection molders, building material producers, and automotive assembly operations requiring up to 4,000kg per level point loads.
How automation, real estate premiums, and trade modernization are reshaping storage procurement priorities for East African enterprises.
With industrial land pricing in Nairobi reaching historic highs, warehouse developers are designing clear ceiling heights of 11 to 14 meters. Companies are shifting from traditional 4-meter shelving to high-bay selective pallet racks and rack-supported mezzanines, effectively doubling or tripling internal storage volume without additional land purchase.
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) mandates that all structural steel imports obtain a Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) Certificate of Conformity (CoC). Procuring directly from certified manufacturers guarantees non-destructive weld testing, certified steel heat numbers, and immediate port clearance without costly customs retention.
Kenya's rapidly maturing e-commerce, pharmaceutical, and cold chain sectors are beginning selective adoption of semi-automated radio shuttle racking and AS/RS installations. Reducing human entry into sub-zero refrigerated spaces and accelerating order staging at ICD Embakasi are driving immediate return on investment for high-throughput hubs.
We own and supervise every stage of production—from primary steel coil slitting to automated electrostatic powder coating. This ensures uncompromised load capacities and precise dimensional tolerances.
Compare standard load ratings, beam sections, and optimal layout profiles to match your facility's clear ceiling height, MHE fleet, and floor load rating.
| Racking Architecture | Typical Load Rating | Upright Profiles | Stock Access Dynamic | Seismic & Environment Spec | Optimal Kenya Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selective Pallet Racking | 1,000kg – 4,500kg / Level | 80×60, 90×70, 100×70, 120×95 | 100% Direct Selective Access | BS EN 15512 / RMI 2012 / KEBS KS 06 | 3PL FMCG Hubs, Embakasi Dry Port, General Freight |
| Drive-In / Drive-Through | 1,000kg – 2,000kg / Pallet | 90×70, 100×70, 120×95 (Heavy Gauge) | LIFO / FIFO High Density | Reinforced top & back portal bracing | Cold Storage (Naivasha Roses, Perishables, Beverage) |
| Heavy Duty Cantilever | 500kg – 1,800kg / Arm | 200×100 to 350×150 I-Beam / C-Profile | Unobstructed Front Loading | Hot-Dip Galvanized / Heavy Epoxy | Steel Pipe Traders, Timber Yards, Extrusion Lines |
| Longspan Shelving | 300kg – 800kg / Shelf | 55×47, 60×50 Stepped Profiles | 100% Manual Hand-Pick | Electrostatic Powder Coated | Auto Spare Parts (Industrial Area), Hardware Stores |
| Rack-Supported Mezzanine | 300kg – 1,200kg / m² Floor | Integrated Pallet Rack Columns | Multi-Tier Staircase & Lift Access | Structural calculations for Rift seismic tremors | E-commerce Fulfillment (Tatu City), Apparel Assembly |
| Heavy Mold Drawer Rack | 1,000kg – 2,000kg / Drawer | Structural Channel Steel Welded | 60% – 100% Pull-Out Drawer | Mechanical safety self-locking latch | Plastic Extrusion & Tooling Hubs (Athi River, Baba Dogo) |
Eliminate intermediary trading margins while enjoying international engineering oversight, verified load tests, and transparent export logistics.
Over two decades of precision cold-forming engineering. Our CAD layout specialists analyze your floor plan, forklift turning radius, and clear building eaves to deliver optimized, clash-free designs before steel cutting begins.
Every steel batch is accompanied by raw material mill certificates. We coordinate directly with authorized inspection agencies (SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek) to issue the Certificate of Conformity (CoC) needed for hassle-free clearance through Kenya Customs.
From knock-down packaging optimized for 40ft high-cube sea containers to the provision of detailed 3D assembly drawings, color-coded beam stickers, and optional on-site installation supervision throughout Kenya.
Clear, direct answers regarding customs clearance, sea transit timelines, floor slab requirements, and local installation services.
Under Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) regulations, imported structural steel racking must be inspected prior to shipment under the Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) program. We supply all structural mill certificates, quality check reports, packing lists, and commercial invoices to designated inspection bodies (such as SGS or Bureau Veritas) to guarantee the issuance of your mandatory Certificate of Conformity (CoC), ensuring smooth entry through Mombasa or ICD Embakasi without local penalty surcharges.
Sea freight from our export loading facility to the Kilindini Harbour in Mombasa typically takes 16 to 24 days on ocean vessels. From Mombasa, containers can be cleared locally or railed directly to the Nairobi Inland Container Depot (ICD) via the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) within 24 to 48 hours. Components are flat-packed and strapped with corner protectors inside 40ft HQ shipping containers to maximize volume utilization and eliminate in-transit cosmetic damage.
Portions of Kenya—particularly facilities situated across Nakuru, Naivasha, Eldoret, and parts of Nairobi—are subject to seismic ground tremors associated with the East African Rift System. We calculate our upright cross-sections, bracing diagonals, and baseplate anchor configurations in compliance with EN 15512 and RMI seismic parameters, utilizing high-grade M12/M16 chemical expansion bolts that anchor solidly into your reinforced concrete slab.
For standard selective pallet racks loading 2,000kg to 3,000kg per bay, we recommend a reinforced concrete floor slab with a minimum thickness of 150mm to 200mm and a compressive strength of C25 to C30 (25-30 MPa). For high-bay installations exceeding 9 meters or narrow-aisle turret truck layouts, our structural engineers will supply exact baseplate footprint calculations and anchor pull-out ratings so your civil structural engineer can verify floor slab adequacy.
Yes. We offer two installation models for Kenyan clients: We can deploy an experienced installation superintendent to supervise, level, and anchor the system with your local crew, or we can provide full step-by-step 3D assembly manuals, elevation schematics, torque specs, and video consultation for your own local engineering contractor to execute independently.
For upcountry facilities in Nairobi, Athi River, and Naivasha with low ambient humidity, our heavy-duty electrostatic thermosetting powder coating (60–80 microns thick) provides exceptional wear resistance, impact durability, and chip protection. For coastal operations in Mombasa, Changamwe, or cold-storage floriculture facilities, we recommend pre-galvanized or hot-dip galvanized uprights and GI decking panels to completely prevent electrolytic oxidation.
To prepare an accurate proposal, please share: 1) Architectural building drawings or internal warehouse dimensions (length, width, clear height under roof beams); 2) Location of columns, roller shutter doors, and offices; 3) Pallet dimensions (Length × Width × Height including cargo) and maximum loaded weight; 4) Model or lift specifications of your material handling equipment (forklift lift height and aisle width turning requirements).
Absolutely. Our upright frames utilize modular, standardized teardrop and diamond punching pitches (50mm or 75mm). Beams can be effortlessly unclipped, raised, lowered, or extended by adding continuous starter and add-on bays. Furthermore, selective pallet racking systems can be converted into rack-supported mezzanines or fitted with safety accessories such as column guards and wire mesh dividers as your business requirements evolve.
Connect with our senior storage application engineers today. Receive a free structural load analysis, customized CAD floor layout, and export pricing delivered directly to your desk.