How to assemble a metal rack: instructions and installation features

The metal rack is a universally collapsible design that allows rationally distributing objects in production, warehouse and garage types of premises. Consists of racks with supports, brackets, shelves, thrust bearings. The design by type is divided into:

1. Mobile
2. Stationary
3. Frontal.
4. Corner
5. Pallets.
6. Pallet
7. Shelving.

Assembly instructions for metal shelving

The prefabricated rack is selected according to the individually required parameters (size, height, width, depth). Selected for a specific purpose, great for storing books, cans with preservation, automotive parts and tools. The metal product has a low weight and high resistance to stress. Shelves with one stiffener can withstand up to 90 kg, with two ribs - up to 120 kg.

The main advantage of using a metal shelving is space saving. According to cost criteria, it belongs to the budget category. Replace the worn part in it is not difficult.

Thanks to the galvanizing of the elements, the rack is suitable for installation in rooms with any temperature and humidity. It is not subject to corrosive formations, does not grow moldy, fire resistant, has a long service life.

How to assemble a metal shelving? Installation is much easier than assembling cabinet wood furniture. Occurs using a minimum of additional tools; enough electric screwdriver or open-end wrench. Some models mount on hooks.

IMPORTANT! The assembly is assembled strictly on a horizontal surface.

How to assemble a rack? Assembly steps:

1. Prepare accessories, carefully study the instructions.
2. Support the legs, the thrust bearing with bolts to the main struts.
3. Fix horizontally between the two shelf supports.
4. We fasten them, the design will become more stable.
5. We fix the intermediate shelves, blind walls.
6. We tighten all the bolt fasteners.

IMPORTANT! When mounting, pay attention to the symmetry of the parts, fixing without distortions.

After all assembly steps, check the rack for stability.

Features of the installation of shelving angle

The corner type of the rack is perfect for installation in small rooms. For example, it is suitable for a loggia for pots with indoor plants or narrow cellars for arranging cans of pickles.

The principle of collection is similar to stationary racks, only some points differ:

1. In the place of attachment of the corner shelf, additional reinforcing metal corners must be installed, firmly fixed.
2. Fix the corner shelves to the posts using the corners.
3. The design is connected to the thrust bearings.
4. Slide the vertically placed rack into the corner and evaluate the correctness of the assembled structure.

Installation of additional elements

Additional details are:

1. Restrictive bar. She is fixed to the main racks.
2. Transverse separator. It is put on a shelf vertically.
3. Longitudinal divider. It is fixed to the main racks.

The set may also include:

• Separators
• Walls;
• Inclined shelves;
• Awnings;
• Mesh shelves;
• Drawers.

Assembly Safety Rules

First of all, before starting the assembly, you need to familiarize yourself with the safety rules.
The installation process must be approached with extreme caution. Consider the main recommendations on the technique of safe assembly of a metal rack:

1. Get personal protective equipment (helmet, gloves, hard shoes).
2. The place where the assembly will take place should be spacious, without the presence of third-party objects.
3. Good lighting needed.
4. Use only a working tool, devoid of any defects.
5. The place to install the future design should be flat.
6. Each subsequent tier is mounted after the complete installation of the previous one.
7. There should be no rush during installation.
8. Proceed with installation only in a sober state.
9. Assembly should take place in a place protected from children.
10. When installing the rack, there should be no shakiness of the assembled structure, it is recommended to put additional support under the base or fix the rack to the wall with additional pins.