Direct OEM/ODM manufacturing solutions customized for high-density logistics, steel handling, and industrial safety compliance.
Mitigating extreme Hertzian contact stresses, floor slab shear loads, and dynamic rolling hazards in heavy cylindrical payload handling.
The storage of metal coils—including hot-rolled carbon steel, cold-rolled automotive coils, galvanized sheets, copper strip, and aluminum master coils—presents one of the most demanding mechanical challenges in modern structural warehousing. Unlike standard palletized consumer goods, steel coils concentrate massive, non-uniform payloads onto tangential line contacts. In the high-throughput logistics terminals of Antwerp-Bruges, the heavy processing centers of Ghent (North Sea Port), and the inland industrial multimodal zones along the Meuse river corridor in Liège, unengineered storage solutions create catastrophic operational hazards including beam deflection failure, floor slab puncturing, and irreversible coil contour flattening.
As an established global OEM/ODM heavy-duty racking manufacturer with over two decades of heavy structural engineering experience, we fabricate custom coil storage racks specifically aligned with European engineering guidelines (EN 15512:2020, EN 15620, and Eurocode 3: Design of steel structures). Our dedicated manufacturing facility controls every critical stage in-house—from cold-roll profiling and multi-axis CNC punching to robotic gas-metal arc welding (GMAW) and dual-layer electrostatic powder coating. This ensures that every racking column, cradle beam, and heavy-duty polyurethane saddle meets the microscopic tolerances required for safe crane loading, C-hook maneuverability, and high-capacity forklift operations.
Standard pallet rack beams calculate load as a Uniformly Distributed Load (UDL). In contrast, coil storage engineering requires finite element modeling (FEM) based on concentrated contact stresses. Our custom cradles incorporate machined 35-degree seating geometry lined with 90 Shore A polyurethane elastomers to disperse localized vector forces, virtually eliminating contact indentation and protecting premium cold-rolled steel surfaces destined for the Belgian automotive supply chain.
Four proven, load-tested architectural configurations designed to match distinct crane handling, floor footprint, and SKU turnover profiles.
Fabricated from heavy I-beam or tubular structural steel (S355JR grade), these multi-tier cradle systems utilize bolted saddle assemblies that support individual coil weights up to 35,000 kg per bay, engineered for overhead bridge crane drop-in with dual safety retention stops.
Engineered for open-face selective access, these heavy cantilever systems feature forged solid-pin connections or high-tensile bolted arm cradles with upturned end-stops, enabling uninhibited side loading via prong-equipped heavy lift trucks without front column obstruction.
Designed for ground-level breakbulk holding and high-tonnage buffer zones, these modular interlocking ground saddles lock directly into concrete slabs with M20 chemical anchors, eliminating wooden dunnage rotting risks and establishing certified roll-proof aisles.
Specialized vertical separator dividers designed for narrow slit strip coils, steel strapping reels, and stamped metal blanks. Features adjustable structural steel divider pins lined with anti-friction composite sleeves to eliminate rim denting and edge damage.
| Performance Specification | Light-to-Medium Coil Racks | Heavy Industrial Cradle Series | Ultra-Heavy Automated AS/RS Bay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coil Diameter Range (Ø) | 500 mm – 1,100 mm | 800 mm – 2,200 mm | 1,000 mm – 2,400 mm |
| Maximum Payload per Tier | 3,000 kg – 8,000 kg | 10,000 kg – 35,000 kg | Up to 45,000 kg per bay |
| Primary Structural Material | Cold-Formed High Tensile Q235B | Hot-Rolled Structural S355JR / Q355B | Structural Wide-Flange HEA / HEB Columns |
| Surface Contact Protection | Hardwood Wedge / High-Density PE | Cast 90A Polyurethane Saddles | Polyurethane Inserts + Laser Sighting Guides |
| Applicable Eurocodes | EN 15512 / EN 15620 | EN 15512:2020 / EN 1993-1-1 | EN 15512 / Eurocode 3 / EN 1090-2 EXC3 |
| Handling Equipment | Counterbalance Forklift with Boom | Overhead Crane (C-Hook) / Heavy Lift | Automated Stacker Crane / Heavy AGV |
Addressing the exact floor loading, maritime climate, and intermodal transport dynamics of Belgium's premier manufacturing and freight centers.
As Europe’s premier steel import/export gateway, terminals in the Churchill Dock and Waasland harbor zones handle immense coil throughput. Our racks feature marine-grade epoxy powder coats (C3/C4 corrosion classification) resistant to high saline humidity and condensation during vessel transfer.
Serving automotive stamping centers and tier-one subcontractors around the Ghent steel corridor (integrated with ArcelorMittal Gent facilities). We supply ultra-protective polyurethane saddle cradles that guarantee zero surface scoring on exterior-grade exposed automotive galvanized sheet coils.
Connecting inland barge navigation along the Meuse with cross-European rail freight. Our modular coil racks are engineered with standardized footprints that facilitate rapid container destuffing, cross-dock buffer storage, and high-frequency handling for distribution into Germany and France.
In the historic metallurgical belts of Charleroi and the aerospace precision parks of Liège/Namur, we supply heavy structural slit coil racks and high-tensile cantilever arms tailored for specialized titanium, high-nickel alloys, and hot-rolled structural steel bar stock.
Ensuring compliance with the Belgian Codex on Well-being at Work, CE Factory Production Control, and EN 15512 safety factors.
All load-bearing upright profiles, diagonal bracing systems, and horizontal cradle beams undergo second-order finite element analysis (FEA) to confirm global and local buckling stability under extreme load cases, incorporating a minimum safety coefficient of 1.4 to 1.6 per European racking guidelines.
Belgian occupational health standards strictly govern heavy dynamic storage equipment. Our installations include certified load warning notices (belastingsborden / plaques de charge), heavy-gauge column crash guards, guide rails for forklift mast alignment, and mandatory EN 15635 inspection protocols.
Racking systems deployed in Belgium are manufactured under rigorous Factory Production Control (FPC) meeting Execution Class 2 (EXC2) and EXC3 standards. Mill certificates (EN 10204 3.1) verify tensile yield strength, chemical composition, and Charpy V-notch impact toughness down to -20°C.
A vital consideration for Belgian industrial facilities is concrete floor slab capacity. Storing two or three tiers of 25-tonne steel coils imposes concentrated point loads that can exceed 400 kN/m² onto slab foundations. Our structural engineering department provides localized base plate design, utilizing oversized structural steel footings (typically 300x300x20mm or larger) and multi-anchor pattern distributions that disperse dynamic forces safely into reinforced concrete slabs without exceeding allowable subgrade soil bearing limits.
How automation, decarbonization mandates, and footprint optimization are reshaping heavy industrial inventory management.
With industrial real estate costs soaring in Flanders and Brussels periphery, facilities are shifting to vertical automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS). Our OEM engineering fabricates tight-tolerance crane run-out beams, optical sensor targets, and heavy roll cradles designed for unmanned automatic cranes.
Belgian metals processors are prioritizing low-carbon electric arc furnace (EAF) coils. Our storage systems integrate digital tagging brackets, RFID/barcode locator channels, and segregated FIFO flow bays that simplify carbon footprint certification tracking and Batch Lot segregation.
To address labor shortages in the logistics sector, Belgian warehouses are adopting heavy automated guided vehicles (AGVs) equipped with hydraulic coil prongs. Our ODM rack bases feature chamfered entry guides and high-visibility floor markers tailored for millimetric autonomous navigation.
Every profile, beam, and connector is fabricated in-house to guarantee structural integrity, strict dimensional tolerances, and dependable delivery schedules.
Unlike trading companies or brokerages, our 20+ years of manufacturing pedigree provides Belgian clients direct access to our core engineering office. From initial site dimension verification, point-load CAD mapping, and finite element strain analysis to full container knock-down packaging, we ensure zero discrepancy between design drawings and job-site installation. Every shipment to the Port of Antwerp arrives pre-sorted with steel strapping, waterproof shrink-wrapping, edge angle protectors, and full bilingual assembly documentation.
Direct technical answers addressing structural calculation, customs importation, floor loads, and on-site assembly standards.
We work directly with your building’s civil engineering drawings or foundation core-drill data. Our structural engineers compute punch-shear, point-load distribution, and bending moments according to Eurocode 2 (Concrete). We then design oversized welded base plates (up to 400x400x25 mm) and custom chemical anchor patterns (e.g., Hilti HIT-HY systems) that distribute the concentrated vertical loads across a wider footprint, preventing slab failure or localized sinking.
For hot-rolled structural coils, heavy-duty steel saddles with radiused edges are typically sufficient. However, for cold-rolled, galvanized, stainless steel, or aluminum automotive coils destined for Belgian automotive press lines, we line every cradle with cast polyurethane saddles (Shore hardness 90A to 95A), heavy-duty Nylatron, or oil-treated high-density hardwood wedges. This completely eliminates steel-on-steel friction, contour flat spots, and micro-scratching.
Yes. Every OEM/ODM coil storage system is engineered according to EN 15512:2020 (Steel static storage systems – Adjustable pallet racking systems), EN 15620 (Tolerances and clearances), and Eurocode 3 (EN 1993). Our products comply with the European CE Declaration of Performance (DoP) under EN 1090-1 / EN 1090-2 (Execution of steel structures) and align with the safety mandates set forth in the Belgian Codex over het welzijn op het werk / Code du bien-être au travail.
We supply goods under standard Incoterms (CIF Antwerp-Bruges, CFR Ghent, or DDP direct to your facility). Racking components are bundled in flat-packed, knocked-down configurations secured by high-tensile steel banding and heavy moisture-barrier wrapping to prevent maritime corrosion. We provide complete commercial documentation, packing lists, Mill Test Certificates (EN 10204 3.1), and EUR.1 / Certificates of Origin to ensure seamless clearance at Belgian customs.
In most industrial cases, standard pallet rack beams cannot safely accept concentrated coil loads due to torsional twisting and localized buckling. However, if your existing upright frames possess verified structural reserve capacity, our engineering team can fabricate custom drop-in coil cross-beams with integrated saddle cradles that clamp directly to the uprights, transferring loads axially through the column webs rather than twisting the horizontal beams.
To produce an optimized CAD layout and price quotation, our team requires: (1) Warehouse clear height to the lowest obstacle (sprinklers, crane rails); (2) Minimum and maximum coil outer diameter (Ø), inner core diameter, and coil width; (3) Individual coil weight and total tonnage capacity per bay; (4) Method of material handling (overhead crane C-hook, forklift prong, or coil clamp); and (5) Concrete slab thickness and reinforcement specification.
Connect with our senior structural racking engineers today. Receive a complimentary CAD warehouse layout, structural finite element point-load calculation, and a transparent OEM/ODM quotation tailored to your operational specifications.
