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Cable Racking

Description

APEX Cable Racking System

Smart, scalable storage for cable drums and spindles

Our APEX Cable Racking system is engineered to provide a safe, efficient, and highly adaptable solution for storing cable drums, spindles, and coiled products. Designed to handle everything from small electrical cables to large, heavy-duty drums, this system supports horizontal bulk storage while keeping your workspace organised and productive.

By streamlining the process of unravelling, dispensing, and replenishing cable stock, APEX Cable Racking helps reduce downtime and improve workflow across your operation.

Two types of Cable Racking Options to Suit Your Needs

Centre Mount System Overview 

For heavier loads and high‑capacity storageCable-rack-centre-mount-benchmark-shelving-storage

  • Supports loads up to 1,800 kg
  • Maximum frame height: 7,315 mm
  • Ideal spindle/pipe size: 48–88 mm OD
  • First beam level must not exceed 2,210 mm
  • Consecutive beam openings must not exceed 2,591 mm
  • Minimum 2 bays joined up to 4,267 mm high
  • Minimum 3 bays joined for heights 4,877–7,315 mm
  • Best suited to 914 mm, 1,219 mm, and 1,372 mm beam lengths

Front Mount System Overview

For lighter loads and everyday cable storageCable-rack-centre-front-type-benchmark-shelving-storage

  • Supports loads up to 500 kg
  • Maximum frame height: 4,267 mm
  • Suits spindle/pipe sizes up to 48 mm OD
  • Heavy‑duty footplates included as standard
  • First beam level must not exceed 2,210 mm
  • Consecutive beam openings must not exceed 2,210 mm
  • Minimum 2 bays joined
  • Best suited to 914 mm, 1,219 mm, and 1,372 mm beam lengths

Check out Additional information tab on what information is required to get a customised quotation started.

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Additional Information

What We Need to Prepare Your Tailored Quotation

To ensure your cable racking system is designed precisely for your space, load requirements, and operational needs, please provide the following:

  1. Cable Storage Type
  • Centre Mount or Front Mount
  1. Overall Racking Height
  • If unsure, provide your ceiling height and/or maximum forklift reach
  1. Beam Size per Bay & Available Space

Clearances vary depending on beam length and racking type:

  • 914 mm beams
    • Centre mount: 502 mm clearance
    • Front mount: 564 mm clearance
  • 1,219 mm beams
    • Centre mount: 807 mm clearance
    • Front mount: 869 mm clearance
  • 1,372 mm beams
    • Centre mount: 960 mm clearance
    • Front mount: 1,022 mm clearance
  1. Cable Drum Specifications
  • Drum width (left to right)
  • Drum diameter/depth (front to back)
  • Weight per drum
  • Drum hole size (for spindle/pipe)
  1. Vertical Storage Requirements
  • Number of levels required
  • Whether any levels will store multiple drums
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