Cantilever System for Long-Length Material Storage

Location: Fort Pierce, FL
Date: June 28, 2023
Project Type: Structural Storage System for Oversized and Extended Materials

Client Background

A storage facility in Fort Pierce, FL required a structural solution to improve the handling and organization of long-length and oversized materials. The existing layout was not optimized for accessibility, creating challenges in forklift routing and safe movement. The storage limitations resulted in inefficient handling and increased time spent staging and retrieving material.

Project Overview

The primary objective of this project was to provide a cantilever rack system capable of supporting extended and irregular inventory dimensions while improving safety and accessibility. The system needed to ensure clear forklift movement patterns, organized material presentation, and structural reliability under load.

Project Challenges

1. The existing storage configuration made it difficult to safely access and organize long material.

2. Forklift maneuvering space was restricted by current staging practices, creating exposure to handling risk.

3. Long materials required structural support that would prevent sagging, displacement, or uncontrolled lateral movement.

4. The solution needed to increase efficiency while maintaining reliable load capacity and appropriate clearance thresholds.

Solution and System Implementation

Bogardus provided and installed a cantilever system engineered for optimal long-material storage. The system included:

• Sixteen-foot cantilever towers

• Forty-eight-inch arms

• Forty-eight-inch bases

• Full H and X bracing for structural stability and load resistance

The design and installation strategy focused on maximizing stability, improving safety, and ensuring reliable access for repetitive forklift use. The bracing configuration provided lateral rigidity and minimized deflection under increasing load demands, ensuring durable long-term handling capacity.

Results and Outcomes

• Material organization improved significantly due to structured cantilever alignment and categorized storage zones.

• Forklift operators gained improved access to long material, reducing handling time and improving operational efficiency.

• System stability and bracing design enhanced overall safety by preventing lateral displacement and minimizing structural vibration.

• The warehouse benefited from a more efficient and predictable staging environment for oversized inventory.

Long‑Term Impact

The cantilever installation enabled the facility to maintain durable structural handling performance while improving workflow, lowering risk exposure, and supporting efficient routing. The system provided scalable capability to accommodate fluctuating storage volumes and a wider range of material dimensions as the operation expands.