Traditional warehouse construction requires two separate projects: constructing the building first and installing storage racks afterward. This approach increases investment, extends construction time, and limits warehouse height.
A Rack-Supported Warehouse, also known as a Silo Clad Warehouse or Clad Rack Warehouse, combines the building structure and storage system into one integrated solution. The rack structure supports both stored goods and the building envelope while withstanding wind, snow, seismic loads, and other external forces.
The system is ideal for warehouses requiring:
Building heights can reach 45 meters, maximizing cubic storage capacity while reducing land usage and construction costs.
Zhuku provides customized Rack Supported Warehouse Solutions by combining engineering design, rack manufacturing, automated storage equipment, and intelligent warehouse systems. The solution is widely applied in industries such as automotive, tire manufacturing, cold chain, food & beverage, logistics, and industrial manufacturing.
Integrated Building & Racking DesignThe storage racks function as both storage equipment and the primary structural framework of the warehouse, eliminating separate structural steel construction. Benefits
Lower Construction CostCompared with traditional warehouse construction, the integrated structure reduces civil engineering work and overall project investment. Typical benefits include:
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Faster Project DeliveryBecause rack installation, roofing, wall cladding, and utility installation can proceed simultaneously, construction is significantly accelerated. Project benefits
Maximum Space UtilizationWithout internal building columns, the warehouse fully utilizes available space while maximizing storage density. Features include:
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Ready for Warehouse AutomationRack-supported warehouses are fully compatible with intelligent warehouse technologies. Supported systems include:
The integrated software platform provides intelligent inventory management, equipment scheduling, and real-time warehouse visualization. Excellent Structural SafetyEvery project undergoes comprehensive structural calculations covering:
All structures comply with international engineering standards to ensure long-term reliability. |
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Energy-Efficient Cold StorageRack-supported warehouses are particularly suitable for cold storage and freezer applications. Advantages include:
Energy consumption can be reduced by up to 80% compared with conventional cold storage buildings. Turnkey Project DeliveryZhuku provides complete EPC-style warehouse delivery, including:
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AS/RS Rack-Supported WarehouseIntegrated with stacker cranes for fully automated pallet storage and retrieval. Ideal for
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Four-Way Shuttle Rack-Supported WarehouseCombines four-way shuttle technology with rack-supported buildings for maximum storage density and flexible warehouse layouts. Suitable for:
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Cold Storage Rack-Supported WarehousePurpose-built freezer warehouses operating under refrigerated or frozen conditions. Features:
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Conventional Rack-Supported WarehouseSupports traditional pallet racking systems for forklift operations while maintaining the structural advantages of integrated warehouse construction. Available rack types:
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Step 1 Project Consultation & Requirement Analysis
Step 2 Structural Engineering & Load Calculation
Including:
Step 3 Foundation Construction
Step 4 Rack Structure Installation
Step 5 Roof & Wall Installation
Installed simultaneously with the rack system to shorten construction time.
Step 6 Automation Integration
Installation of:
Step 7 Testing & Commissioning
Complete system testing and operator training before project handover.
Rack-Supported Warehouses are widely used in:
| Item | Specification |
| Warehouse Height | Up to 45 m |
| Structure Type | Rack-Supported Building |
| Storage Type | Pallet / Carton / Mixed Loads |
| Rack Type | AS/RS, Shuttle, Selective, Drive-In, Flow Rack |
| Automation | Optional |
| Software | CC-WMS + YUNTU-WCS |
| Building Envelope | Steel Roof & Wall Panels |
| Temperature | Ambient / Cold Storage / Freezer |
| Construction Method | Integrated Rack & Building |
| Structural Design | Wind, Snow & Seismic Resistant |
Zhuku delivers complete rack-supported warehouse solutions by combining structural engineering, intelligent storage systems, automation equipment, and warehouse software into one integrated platform.
With over three decades of experience in warehouse automation, Zhuku provides:
First-hand experiences from customers worldwide, demonstrating the value of our warehouse automation solutions and project expertise.
"Zhuku delivered a customized rack-supported warehouse solution that perfectly matched our high-density storage requirements. The integrated structure improved vertical space utilization, enhanced warehouse stability, and provided an ideal foundation for AS/RS and automated material handling systems."
— Supply Chain Manager
Global Manufacturing Company
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