Why Bespoke Cantilever Racking Matters for Your Business
When it comes to industrial storage, efficiency isn’t just about having the right equipment; it’s about having the right setup for your business. That’s where bespoke cantilever racking makes all the difference.
Rather than opting for a generic system, many businesses are discovering the real benefits of working with a partner who can design and install racking that fits their space, product range, and operational flow. At Wickens, we believe that investing in bespoke racking isn’t just a technical decision; it’s a strategic one.
Built for the Way You Work
Every site has its quirks, awkward corners, traffic bottlenecks, changing stock types or height restrictions. Standard racking systems often force businesses to adapt to the limitations of the equipment, rather than the other way around.
Bespoke cantilever racking turns that on its head. It’s built around your environment, ensuring a seamless fit with how your team operates. From overall height and arm spacing to aisle width and access points, every aspect can be tailored for optimum workflow.
For example:
- Need to maximise storage in a narrow yard? We’ll optimise your vertical space.
- Handling materials of varying lengths or diameters? Adjustable arms offer full flexibility.
- Working outdoors? Integrated canopies can be included to shield materials from the elements.
This tailored approach doesn’t just look good on paper; it saves time, reduces error, and streamlines day-to-day operations.
Design That Solves Problems
The true value of bespoke design lies in its ability to solve problems that standard systems can’t.
Whether you’re a manufacturer with high-turnover stock, a distributor managing long metal profiles, or a timber merchant juggling mixed loads, the design process starts with understanding your storage challenges.
Our team at Wickens conducts a full site assessment to evaluate:
- The nature of your stock (weight, size, shape, volume)
- Handling equipment in use (e.g. forklifts, side loaders)
- Space restrictions or layout inefficiencies
- Safety and compliance needs
This information is then translated into a practical, engineered solution, one that not only fits but enhances your day-to-day work.
Seamless Integration with Your Operations
Good design is only half the story. The way your racking functions within your operation is just as important.
With a bespoke system, everything from installation sequence to post-installation support is considered. For example, we plan layouts that improve:
- Traffic flow for loading and unloading
- Visibility and access for forklift operators
- Fire safety and emergency egress routes
- Stock rotation and product visibility
We also provide phased installation options to minimise downtime and ensure that operations can continue safely throughout the process. You can view a range of our cantilever projects here:
Thinking Ahead: Scalable and Future-Ready
Another overlooked advantage of bespoke racking is scalability. A made-to-measure system doesn’t mean fixed forever, quite the opposite. A properly planned cantilever system can adapt as your business grows. Want to add additional arms or columns later down the line? No problem. At Wickens, we design with future expansion in mind, so you don’t have to overhaul your setup every time your needs evolve.
Choosing bespoke cantilever racking isn’t about having something fancy or over-engineered; it’s about making your space work harder and smarter. By tailoring your racking system to your site, products and processes, you’ll unlock better performance, safer working conditions, and more efficient operations. Whether you’re planning a new build, reconfiguring a warehouse, or simply running out of space, talk to Wickens about a bespoke racking solution that fits your business, not the other way around.
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