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Crank-Out Cantilever Rack

Crank-Out Cantilever Rack

The CK Crank-Out Cantilever Rack is designed to solve these challenges. Featuring manually operated crank-out arms that extend smoothly from the rack, it provides safe overhead crane access while maximizing workshop storage density.

Product Introduction

 

Long materials such as steel pipes, bars, aluminum profiles, stainless steel tubes, timber, and extrusions are often difficult to organize efficiently. Traditional cantilever racks require operators to manually lift materials or use forklifts in wide aisles, leading to wasted floor space, slower operations, and higher safety risks.

 

The CK Crank-Out Cantilever Rack is designed to solve these challenges. Featuring manually operated crank-out arms that extend smoothly from the rack, it provides safe overhead crane access while maximizing workshop storage density.

 

Whether you operate a steel service center, fabrication workshop, manufacturing plant, or workshop, this rack system improves material organization, increases productivity, and creates a safer working environment.

 

Product Features

1. Smooth Crank-Out Operation

Each storage arm is driven by a mechanical crank system, allowing operators to extend heavy material safely and precisely.

Compared with manually pulling heavy drawers, the crank mechanism requires less effort while providing better control during operation.

2. Heavy-Duty Load Capacity

Designed for industrial environments, each drawer level supports heavy loads while maintaining smooth movement.

3. Space Saving Storage

Traditional storage often requires large forklift aisles.

The Crank-Out Cantilever Rack allows direct overhead access, reducing aisle width requirements and maximizing workshop capacity.

Benefits include:

  • Higher storage density
  • Cleaner workshop layout
  • More usable production space
  • Improved material flow

4. Easy Material Identification

Each storage level can accommodate different material sizes and types.

Suitable for:

  • Steel pipes
  • Round bars
  • Square tubes
  • Aluminum profiles
  • Stainless steel profiles
  • Copper bars

Organized storage eliminates time spent searching for materials.

5. Safety First

Safety is one of the biggest advantages of the crank-out design.

Features include:

  • Mechanical locking system
  • Stable drawer guidance
  • Controlled extension
  • Reduced manual lifting
  • Improved crane accessibility
  • Stable heavy-duty frame construction

Workers no longer need to climb over stacked materials or manually pull heavy bundles.

Applications

 

The CK Crank-Out Cantilever Rack is widely used across multiple industries.

Ideal for:

  • Steel Service Centers
  • Metal Fabrication Shops
  • Laser Cutting Workshops
  • CNC Machining Plants
  • Aluminum Processing Facilities
  • Structural Steel Manufacturers
  • Construction Material workshop
  • Mechanical Engineering Companies
  • Aerospace Manufacturers
  • Automotive Industry
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Materials Suitable for Storage

 

The rack is engineered for storing various long products, including:

  • Steel bars
  • Round tubes
  • Square tubes
  • Stainless steel pipes
  • Aluminum profiles
  • Copper bars
  • Plastic extrusion profiles
  • Structural beams
  • Angle steel
  • Long machine parts

 

Technical Specifications

 

Item

Specification

Storage Levels

3–8 Levels

Load Capacity

750–1500 kg per arm

Material Length

Up to 12 meters

Rack Height

Customized

Rack Width

Customized

Drawer Extension

Manual Crank-Out

Operation

Hand Crank

Access Method

Overhead Crane

Surface Finish

Powder Coated

Color

Customized (RAL Colors)

 

Advantages Over Traditional Cantilever Racks

 

Traditional Rack

Crank-Out Cantilever Rack

Manual material handling

Smooth crank operation

Wide forklift aisles

Compact layout

Difficult access

Individual drawer access

Lower storage density

High-density storage

Higher injury risk

Safer operation

Slow material retrieval

Fast retrieval

Poor organization

Clear material classification

 

Customization Options

 

Every workshop has different storage requirements.

CK offers complete customization, including:

  • Rack height
  • Rack depth
  • Number of levels
  • Load capacity
  • Drawer width
  • Material length
  • Single-sided configuration
  • Double-sided configuration
  • Color customization
  • Safety accessories

 

Why Choose a Crank-Out Cantilever Rack?

 

Unlike conventional cantilever storage systems, every storage level can be individually extended using an easy-to-operate crank mechanism. Operators simply rotate the hand crank to extend the drawer arm, allowing materials to be picked directly by an overhead crane without moving other bundles.

This design significantly reduces manual handling while improving workflow efficiency.

 

Key Benefits

  • Save up to 50% of floor space
  • Individual drawer extension for every storage level
  • Smooth crank-operated movement
  • Full overhead crane accessibility
  • Safer material handling
  • Better inventory organization
  • Suitable for various long materials
  • Custom sizes and load capacities
  • Low maintenance mechanical design

 

FAQs

 

Q: What is a Crank-Out Cantilever Rack?

A: A Crank-Out Cantilever Rack is a manually operated storage system designed for long materials. Each storage level extends smoothly using a crank mechanism, allowing safe and efficient access with an overhead crane.

Q: Is installation complicated?

A: No. CK provides detailed installation drawings, assembly instructions, videos, and technical support to ensure smooth installation.

Q: Does it require electricity?

A: No. The crank-out mechanism is fully mechanical, making it reliable, easy to maintain, and suitable for facilities without powered storage systems. Of course, we can also customize electric shelves.

 

Get a Custom Quote Today

 

Looking for a safer and more efficient way to store long materials?

The CK Crank-Out Cantilever Rack helps manufacturers optimize workshop space, improve material accessibility, and increase operational efficiency.

Contact our engineering team today for:

  • Free storage layout consultation
  • Custom rack design
  • Technical drawings
  • Competitive quotation

 

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