What the Arm Does
A steel beam pinned or bolted into the column, with nothing in front, so long loads go on from the side. Sold by length, capacity and style.
Types of Arm
Sizes and Capacities
| Arm length | Holds |
|---|---|
| 12" to 24" | Furniture, carpet, boxed long goods |
| 24" to 36" | Lumber, pipe, PVC, sheet goods |
| 36" to 48" | Bunks of lumber, steel bar, plate |
| 48" to 72" | Coils, heavy plate, structural steel |
Arm ratings come from the maker's chart, per arm, load spread evenly. The arm must be as long as the product is deep.
Arm Spacing and Levels
- Vertical spacing: product height plus 4" to 6".
- Two arms minimum per load, more if it bends. The maker's spacing chart sets it.
- The base is a level.
Need Arms?
24", 36" and 48" in stock. Used arms must match the column's slot pattern; send a photo.
Common questions
Straight or inclined cantilever arms?
Straight for lumber and boxed goods. Inclined for pipe, tube, bar and rolls.
How much weight does a cantilever arm hold?
It depends on the arm length, section and maker. Use the maker's chart, per arm, load spread evenly.
How long should the arms be?
As long as the product is deep: 36 or 48 inch for lumber and pipe, 48 for sheet goods, 24 for furniture.
Can I add arms to an existing cantilever rack?
Yes, if they match the slot pattern and the column has capacity. Send a photo of the column and any maker's tag.
