Featured Industrial Racking & Shelving Systems
Engineered for intense material handling, high throughput, and thermal stability in the Gulf region. Direct factory supply from an ISO 9001:2015 and CE-certified production base with 30,000 tons monthly capacity.
Max Height 20m VNA Rack Storage System
Engineered for extreme clearance high-bay facilities in Riyadh South logistics corridors. Up to 20m height with guided wire rails.
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Medium Duty Commercial Steel Shelving 100-500kg
Fully boltless adjustable pitch longspan shelving designed for manual handling, fulfillment centers, and spare parts stores in Al-Sulay.
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Heavy Duty Cantilever Racking System for Pipes
Robust Q235B structural columns ideal for steel pipes, PVC conduits, lumber, and structural profiles in MODON industrial developments.
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Selective Pallet Racking With Adjustable Beam
Universal 100% selectivity pallet storage. Supports standard GMA, Euro, and industrial 1200x1000mm Saudi four-way pallet configurations.
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4-Way Shuttle Racking System ASRS FIFO/LIFO
Semi-automated radio shuttle platform reducing forklift operating hours and enhancing space utilization in cold stores and mega hubs.
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Heavy Duty Steel Drive-In / Drive-Through Rack
Maximum volumetric efficiency for homogeneous pallet loads. Ideal for FMCG and beverage suppliers along Al-Kharj Highway.
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Selective Pallet Racking for Cold Storage Q235B
Cold-room compliant thermal powder coating rated for -30°C temperature cycling. Optimized for Riyadh central food distributors.
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Europe Style Heavy Duty Q235 Industrial Rack
Manufactured strictly to FEM and EN 15512 safety codes. Universal teardrop and box-beam connections for international project tenders.
View SpecificationsIndustrial Longspan Shelving Architecture for the Riyadh Logistics Ecosystem
Strategic supply chain dynamics in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia demand storage infrastructure that bridges heavy pallet storage and fast-moving manual picking with high structural integrity.
The Pivotal Role of Longspan Shelving in Modern Saudi Distribution
In the wake of Saudi Arabia’s National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP) and the rapid expansion of Riyadh as the primary economic capital of the MENA region, warehousing facilities have witnessed an unprecedented shift. Logistics corridors surrounding King Khalid International Airport (including the Special Integrated Logistics Zone - SILZ) and master industrial cities managed by MODON are demanding modular, high-load shelving solutions.
Longspan shelving represents the critical operational bridge between standard light-duty angle shelving and heavy selective pallet racking. While pallet racking maximizes cubic capacity for bulk unit loads, manual item-level picking and broken-case fulfillment require wide clear spans without the interference of front intermediate upright columns.
HEDA Shelves delivers precision-formed, step-beam longspan shelving built specifically for high SKU density, rapid hand-load carton retrieval, and seamless integration into multi-tier mezzanine layouts across Riyadh’s demanding climate.
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Operational Deployment Across Greater Riyadh Districts
Different industrial zones within Riyadh present distinct operational parameters, floor-loading conditions, and fire protection mandates.
Al-Sulay Logistics District: E-Commerce Fulfilment
As the epicentre for last-mile delivery providers and FMCG logistics in South-East Riyadh, facilities in Al-Sulay deploy multi-tier longspan systems with galvanized steel decking. Configured for picking bins and high SKU variety, our systems optimize vertical cube space up to 8 meters without requiring expensive automated handling equipment.
MODON 2nd & 3rd Industrial Cities: Spare Parts & Hardware
Heavy manufacturing, machinery maintenance, and fabrication plants in MODON industrial zones require shelf capacities exceeding 800 kg per level. Equipped with rolled steel drop-in panels and safety locking pins, HEDA longspan units withstand aggressive mechanical impact and oil exposure.
Special Integrated Logistics Zone (SILZ): Bonded Pharma & Electronics
Adjacent to King Khalid International Airport, SILZ prioritizes cleanliness, rapid customs staging, and tight batch-traceability. Our powder-coated finish adheres strictly to RoHS and non-toxic paint criteria, resisting particulate adhesion during regional desert wind events (dust storms).
Technical Engineering Standards & Load Performance
Engineered to FEM 10.2.02 and EN 15512 specifications using virgin Q235B cold-rolled structural steel, ensuring guaranteed load ratings and deflection safety limits (L/200).
| System Category | Typical Beam Clear Span | UDL Capacity per Tier | Upright Profile (mm) | Decking Material Options | Primary Riyadh Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light-Duty Shelving | 900 mm – 1200 mm | 100 kg – 200 kg | 38 × 38 × 1.2 | Pre-punched Steel Sheet | Retail backrooms, office records archiving |
| Standard Longspan Type A | 1500 mm – 2000 mm | 300 kg – 500 kg | 55 × 47 × 1.5 | P2 Chipboard / Steel Deck | Apparel e-commerce, electronics distribution |
| Heavy Longspan Type B | 1800 mm – 2700 mm | 600 kg – 1000 kg | 60 × 50 × 1.8 | Welded Wire Mesh / Heavy Galvanized | Automotive parts, hydraulic components, paints |
| Longspan Mezzanine System | 2000 mm – 2500 mm | 350 kg – 500 kg | 80 × 60 × 2.0 | Steel Grating / Perforated Decking | High-cube fulfillment centers in Al-Kharj corridor |
Slab Anchorage & Dynamic Seismic Loading
While the Central Province of Saudi Arabia falls under low to moderate seismic hazard classifications (SBC 301-306 codes), tall height-to-depth ratio racking (>6:1) requires floor anchor embedment testing and diagonal cross-bracing to prevent progressive collapse under accidental warehouse truck side impacts.
Thermal Tolerant Electrostatic Powder Coating
Ambient warehouse temperatures in unconditioned Riyadh metal facilities frequently exceed 48°C in July and August. HEDA components undergo multi-stage pickling, phosphating, and automatic curing at 200°C with epoxy-polyester resins, preventing blistering, chalking, and premature oxidation.
Saudi Civil Defense Fire Sprinkler Compliance
For warehouse designs requiring NFPA 13 and local Civil Defense approval, solid shelf decks can obstruct vertical water discharge. We provide factory-fitted wire mesh decking and pre-punched flanged panels ensuring >50% flue space openness for ESFR sprinkler system activation.
Logistics Modernization & Future Trends in Riyadh
Key industry transformations shaping industrial procurement, modular storage installations, and supply chain infrastructure across the Kingdom.
Vertical Cube Optimization
Rising lease rates per square meter in prime Riyadh industrial corridors have made horizontal storage obsolete. Operators are opting for multi-level picking towers (up to 4 tiers of longspan shelving with integrated stairways).
Rigorous SASO & SABER Verification
Importing structural steel racking into Saudi Arabia requires verified Certificates of Conformity registered through the SABER digital portal. Quality checks and mill certificates are scrutinized at port customs clearance.
Automation-Ready Topologies
Warehouses are increasingly adopting Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) for goods-to-person picking. Longspan structures are now engineered with tailored bottom clearances for robotic base ingress and pod handling.
Ergonomic Safety Mandates
Strict workplace health and safety programs in Saudi facilities dictate maximum carton handling weights for warehouse pickers, cementing longspan shelf tier positioning within the optimal golden zone (750mm to 1400mm height).
Why Enterprise Contractors Partner with HEDA Shelves
Delivering end-to-end reliability from CAD structural layout design to customs-compliant export container packing.
25 Years of Dedicated Racking Production
Founded in 2001, Guangzhou Heda Shelves Co., Ltd. operates a modernized 30,000 m² production facility backed by more than 300 experienced engineers, structural technicians, and production specialists. We do not broker; we manufacture our own profiles with state-of-the-art cold-roll forming lines.
Precision Engineering & Free 3D CAD Modeling
Send us your warehouse CAD floor plan, column grid layout, and ceiling clear height. Our engineering department outputs complete 2D layout drawings, 3D spatial renderings, and structural load calculations within 24 hours, factoring in aisle clearances, pallet trucks, and forklift turning radii.
Standardized Certified Global Compliance
Every shipment from our factory is backed by independent European CE certification (No. 2435-CPR-8605159), ISO 9001:2015 quality management system approval, and RoHS compliant finishing. Material test reports (MTR) verifying yield strength and steel chemical composition accompany each dispatch.
In-House 10-Stage Precision Quality Control
Riyadh Procurement & Engineering FAQ
Direct answers to the most frequent technical, customs, and operational questions asked by Saudi project directors, contractors, and warehouse managers.
How do you handle Saudi Customs clearance and SABER registration for racking shipments?
What is the typical shipping transit time from factory dispatch to Riyadh Dry Port?
Can your shelving components resist Riyadh's summer warehouse heat and sand dust?
What decking type is recommended for Saudi Civil Defense compliant warehouses?
How do we verify that the floor slab in our Riyadh facility can support multi-tier longspan?
Do you provide local installation supervision or assembly guidance in Riyadh?
Plan Your Riyadh Warehouse Layout with HEDA Engineering
Whether you are outfitting a newly constructed logistics facility in Al-Kharj, upgrading an e-commerce fulfillment hub in Al-Sulay, or outfitting a parts depot in MODON, our engineers provide complete 2D/3D layouts and structural quotations within 24 hours.