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Medium Duty Storage Shelving Units

Find reliable storage shelving units engineered to organise your workshop, garage, or retail space. Built for hand-loaded stock, these sturdy steel structures feature height-adjustable shelves to easily adapt to your daily inventory needs. Choose the ideal storage shelving unit based on load capacities of 200 kg, 275 kg, or 300 kg per level. Select from 180 or 200 cm heights in black, blue, grey, or galvanised finishes.

Applicable regulations in Ireland · Storage Shelving Units

Domestic use (garage, storage room)

In Ireland, a shelving unit fitted in the garage, attic or utility room of a private home is not governed by workplace safety law: the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the General Application Regulations 2007 bind employers, not householders. What does apply is general product safety. Regulation (EU) 2023/988 (GPSR), applicable since 13 December 2024, requires that only safe products be placed on the market (art. 5) and that a distance-selling offer clearly shows the manufacturer's name, postal and electronic address and any safety warnings (art. 19); in Ireland it is enforced by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission under S.I. No. 726/2024, which also requires that this information, and the safety information supplied with the product, be in English (Reg. 5).. The Consumer Rights Act 2022 adds that goods must come with the installation instructions a consumer may reasonably expect (s. 18) and that an incorrect installation due to shortcomings in those instructions is a lack of conformity (s. 19). Our advice: anchor the unit to the wall against tipping and never exceed the stated maximum load per shelf.

Professional use with manual loading

In Ireland, shelving in a workshop, shop or stockroom with employees is work equipment: the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 (S.I. No. 299/2007) define that as any installation for use at work (Reg. 2) and set the employer’s duties in Part 2, Chapter 2, giving effect to the EU Work Equipment Directive, now codified as Directive 2009/104/EC: installed and located correctly and suitable for the work (Reg. 28); stabilised by clamping or some other means where necessary for safety (Reg. 33), for a tall unit fixed to the wall; kept safe by adequate maintenance throughout its working life (Reg. 31); and erected or dismantled following the manufacturer’s instructions (Reg. 28(o)). Because a bolted unit’s safety depends on how it is installed, Reg. 30 requires an initial inspection after installation and after re-assembly at any new location, plus periodic inspections by a competent person where it is exposed to conditions causing deterioration, with results kept for 5 years. The Health and Safety Authority’s Work at Height / Falling Objects information sheet asks for the maximum safe load prominently marked on all racks, no overloading, and racking checked regularly for damage and not used until repaired or replaced. EN 15635, the European standard on use and maintenance, is a reference, not a legal obligation.

Guidance based on current regulations; it does not replace the legal text or professional advice. · Last checked: 2026-09-08

All about Storage Shelving Units

Metal shelving units are the ideal solution for optimizing space in workshops, shops, and garages, supporting moderate weight loads efficiently and safely. They offer great versatility, allowing you to configure the height, width, and number of levels according to each user's specific needs. Unlike other solutions, these metal shelving units adapt perfectly to your environment, facilitating optimized inventory management.

The main difference between our metal shelving models lies in their load capacity per level. The ProSpan series supports up to 200 kg per shelf, the ProRack up to 275 kg, and the Pro Glide reaches 300 kg per shelf. This variety ensures that you find the right metal shelving for every type of object, from the lightest to those requiring greater robustness.

Regarding their dimensions, our medium-load metal shelving units are available with heights of 180 or 200 cm, widths from 120 to 200 cm, and depths of 45 or 60 cm. Finishes vary to integrate into any space: the ProSpan is offered in blue, black, or galvanized, while the ProRack is available in black and the Pro Glide in gray. The choice of color and measurements is made directly on each product page.

The composition of these metal shelving units is simple and robust, consisting of uprights, beams, and metal shelves that are easily adjustable in height. This allows you to create wider spaces for storing larger items. Assembling them is an intuitive process that does not require specialized tools, ensuring a quick and hassle-free installation for your new metal shelving units.

Metal shelving units are the perfect solution for organizing your workshop, storage room, or retail space. They allow you to store everything from tools to medium-weight merchandise in an orderly manner, facilitating access and maximizing available space. If you are looking for a more robust alternative to this model but without the complexity of heavy-duty industrial systems, this range of metal shelving is your ideal choice.

To choose the right metal shelving, consider the available dimensions: heights of 180 or 200 cm, widths from 120 to 200 cm, and depths of 45 or 60 cm. Finishes vary between blue, black, or galvanized, allowing the metal shelving to integrate aesthetically into your space. Assembly is intuitive, with components that are easily adjustable in height to optimize storage gaps.

Metal shelving is a robust and versatile solution for optimizing space in garages, workshops, and storage rooms. They allow for the organized storage of tools, materials, and frequently used items, solving the problem of clutter and wasted time spent searching. Their manual installation makes it easy to adapt to any space configuration.

These metal shelving units, designed for medium-weight loads, stand out for their easy assembly and the ability to adjust the height of their shelves, which allows you to create custom gaps for bulkier items. With load capacities of up to 300 kg per shelf, they are a safe bet for durability.

Need help choosing the ideal model? Our technical team will advise you without obligation · info@rackspoint.com · Shipping throughout the European Union.
What is the difference between ProRack, ProSpan, and Pro Glide metal shelving?

The difference between these metal shelving units lies in their load capacity and dimensions: the ProRack supports 275 kg per shelf with 5 levels in 180 × 120 cm; the ProSpan, 200 kg per level with 4 levels in 200 × 200 × 60 cm; and the Pro Glide, 300 kg per shelf with 4 levels and 180 cm high, in three widths.

How much weight can the medium-duty metal shelving units support?

Our medium-duty metal shelving units can support between 200 and 300 kg per shelf depending on the model: 200 kg per level for the ProSpan, 275 kg per shelf for the ProRack, and 300 kg per shelf for the Pro Glide. This is the load for each level, distributed across the entire shelf.

What are the dimensions of the metal shelving units in this range?

The medium-duty metal shelving units are 180 or 200 cm high, 120 to 200 cm wide, and 45 or 60 cm deep. The ProSpan measures 200 × 200 × 60 cm, the ProRack 180 × 120 cm with 45 or 60 cm depth, and the Pro Glide 180 cm high in 120, 150, and 180 cm widths.

How many levels do these metal shelving units have?

The ProRack comes with 5 levels, and the ProSpan and Pro Glide have 4. On all these metal shelving units, the shelves are adjustable in height, so you can leave more space where you store taller items.

In what colors are the medium-duty metal shelving units sold?

The ProSpan metal shelving units are sold in blue, blue and orange, gray, and black; the ProRack in black and galvanized; and the Pro Glide in gray. You choose the color on each product page.

Medium-duty metal shelving: how to choose yours

Racks Point's medium-duty metal shelving supports between 200 and 300 kg per shelf. There are three ranges: the ProSpan, 200 × 200 × 60 cm with 4 levels and 200 kg per level; the ProRack, 180 × 120 cm with 5 levels, 275 kg per shelf, and 45 or 60 cm depth; and the Pro Glide, 180 cm high with 4 levels and 300 kg per shelf, in 120, 150, and 180 cm widths.

To choose your metal shelving, consider the weight each shelf will support, the depth of what you will store, and the available space in your workshop, warehouse, or store. Finishes are blue, blue and orange, gray, black, and galvanized.