Heavy-Duty Longspan Shelving Systems
The versatile, cost-effective storage solution for warehouses, workshops, retail storerooms, and garages.
When standard light-duty shelving falls short, Longspan Shelving delivers the perfect balance of strength, accessibility, and value. Built with pre-assembled frames for fast setup, step-beams for flush-fitting shelf inserts, and an electrostatically powder-coated gunmetal grey finish, our longspan systems help you convert unused vertical wall space into an organised, productive storage area.
Particle Board Longspan Shelving
Wire Mesh Longspan Shelving
How to Configure Your Longspan Run
Starter Bay
The standalone base unit. Includes 2 end upright frames and beam levels. Every continuous run of shelving requires exactly one Starter Bay to begin.
Add-on Bay
Connects directly into your Starter Bay to extend the row. Includes only 1 end frame, sharing the common upright to save cost and floor footprint.
Extra Shelf Levels
Standard bays include set levels. Add supplementary beams, particle board or wire mesh decks, and locking pins here to maximise density for smaller stock.
Unsure which longspan configuration suits your warehouse or workshop layout?
Use our interactive Longspan Shelving Planner to design, customise, and price your ideal storage system in real time. Simply select your bay dimensions, add shelf levels, and transition your custom build straight to your cart.
The Longspan Advantage
- Quick Assembly: Pre-assembled welded frames save hours on-site.
- Custom Decking: Choose Particle Board or Mesh Decks to suit.
- Flush Step Beams: Step-beam profile prevents shelf boards from snagging.
- Tough Finish: Electrostatically powder-coated Gunmetal Grey for wear resistance.
Engineered for Maximum Capacity, Fast Assembly & Versatility
Whether you are organising archive boxes in a commercial office, heavy parts in a Geelong mechanical workshop, or stock in a retail backroom, Longspan Shelving is engineered for heavy manual-loading applications.
Unlike flat-pack retail shelves that buckle under weight, our longspan systems feature pre-assembled frames, saving you significant labor and installation time. The integrated step-beam design ensures that your shelf inserts sit completely flush within the beam profile, protecting items from catching on raw edges during loading and unloading.
Flexible Decking Options for Every Storage Environment:
- Particle Board Shelves: Cost-effective, high-density timber decking ideal for dry warehouse storage, archive boxes, parts, and general inventory.
- Mesh Decks: Heavy-duty wire mesh inserts that allow light penetration, air circulation, and compliance with overhead warehouse fire sprinkler regulations.
Technical Specifications & System Dimensions
Mix and match frame heights, bay depths, and beam lengths to build starter bays and add-on bays tailored to your exact floor plan:
| Longspan System Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Frame Heights | 915mm | 2000mm | 2400mm | 3000mm |
| Bay Depths | 460mm | 600mm | 900mm |
| Clear Beam Lengths | 900mm | 1200mm | 1500mm | 1800mm | 2400mm |
| External Bay Lengths | 1020mm | 1320mm | 1620mm | 1920mm | 2520mm |
| Finish & Coating | Gunmetal Grey (Electrostatic Powder-Coated) |
| Frame Construction | Pre-Assembled Welded Uprights |
Shelf Load Ratings (UDL – Uniformly Distributed Load):
- 900mm Beam Length: 450kg per level
- 1200mm Beam Length: 450kg per level
- 1500mm Beam Length: 450kg per level
- 1800mm Beam Length: 400kg per level
- 2400mm Beam Length: 300kg per level
Where Longspan Shelving Excels
- Warehouses & Logistics: Bulk hand-pick inventory, order fulfillment, and parts picking.
- Commercial Storerooms & Archives: High-density archive box and document storage.
- Workshops & Garages: Heavy power tools, automotive fluids, hardware, and machinery.
- Retail Backrooms & Display: Back-of-house overflow inventory and retail stock.
- Cool Rooms & Clean Rooms: Fitted with steel or mesh decks for sterile airflow.
Why Source Longspan Shelving from Direct Storage Systems?
As a family-owned business operating out of North Geelong for over 10 years, we keep large volumes of longspan components in stock ready for fast turnaround.
Need help planning your floor layout? Our team offers free on-site measures and custom design advice across Geelong, the Surf Coast, and Western Melbourne (including Werribee, Laverton, Truganina, and Altona).
- Collect directly from our North Geelong Warehouse
- Fast local fleet delivery across Geelong & Greater Melbourne
- Professional supply and installation services available
Frequently Asked Questions
Longspan shelving is a heavy-duty, hand-loaded storage system designed for storing bulky cartons, archive boxes, workshop tools, retail inventory, and automotive parts. Featuring wide clear-entry spans without centre posts and flush step-beams, it bridges the gap between light-duty garage shelving and industrial pallet racking.
Our longspan shelving supports up to 450kg Uniformly Distributed Load (UDL) per shelf level. Rated capacities by beam length are: 900mm, 1200mm, and 1500mm beams hold up to 450kg per level; 1800mm beams hold up to 400kg per level; and 2400mm beams hold up to 300kg per level.
Unlike flat-pack retail shelves that require tedious bolt-together assembly on-site, Direct Storage Systems supplies heavy-duty pre-assembled welded upright frames. This saves hours of installation labour, eliminates loose frame bolts over time, and ensures maximum structural rigidity.
We stock upright frame heights in 915mm, 2000mm, 2400mm, and 3000mm, with bay depths of 460mm, 600mm, and 900mm. Clear beam lengths are available in 900mm, 1200mm, 1500mm, 1800mm, and 2400mm, finished in a hard-wearing electrostatically powder-coated Gunmetal Grey.
Particle board is a cost-effective, high-density timber deck ideal for general dry inventory, archive boxes, and workshop tools. Wire mesh decks are non-combustible, allow overhead warehouse sprinkler penetration and airflow, and prevent dust build-up, making them ideal for cool rooms and compliance-heavy facilities.
Yes. Longspan step-beams feature connector hooks with locking safety pins that drop securely into the upright slots. Shelf levels can be quickly adjusted up or down without special tools, and the step-beam profile ensures shelf boards sit completely flush with the steel beam.
A Starter Bay is a freestanding unit containing two pre-assembled end frames, step-beams, and decking. An Add-on (Joiner) Bay includes one upright frame and connects directly to an existing bay using shared upright slots, allowing you to build continuous, cost-effective shelving runs.
Yes. You can use our interactive Longspan Shelving Planner to configure your exact bay heights, depths, beam lengths, and shelf tiers in real time, view instant pricing, and add your custom build directly to your cart.
Direct Storage Systems operates a dedicated warehouse in North Geelong for immediate Click & Collect. We also provide fast local fleet delivery and professional installation across Geelong, the Surf Coast, and Western Melbourne (including Werribee, Truganina, Laverton, and Altona).
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