SMD8 — Double-Sided Cantilever Rack Starter Kit (8')

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The SMD8 is a Series 1000 Medium Duty double-sided cantilever rack starter kit that combines 8' of vertical reach with 24" arms on both sides — giving you 16 total storage positions across a single bay. Designed for free-standing aisle installations where materials need to be accessible from both directions, it doubles the storage density of an equivalent single-sided unit without requiring additional floor space.

Ships complete with 2 uprights, 16 straight arms, and a brace set. Arms adjust on 3" centers.

What's Included

• 2 uprights (8' height, 54" base length)
• 16 straight arms (24" length, 600 lb capacity each)
• 1 brace set (47" length)
• All hardware for assembly

Why the SMD8

Double the storage, same floor footprint — Arms extend from both sides of the upright, allowing you to store and access materials from two aisles simultaneously — without using any additional floor space.

16 storage positions per bay — The most arm levels of any 8' double-sided medium duty unit, giving you granular control over how long materials are organized across a single bay.

Grows with your operation — Add AMD8 add-on units at any time to extend into a continuous double-sided row using shared upright frames.

Forklift accessible from both aisles — Open design on both sides allows forklift loading and unloading from either direction, improving throughput in shared storage aisles.

Questions before ordering? Call (929) 577-4339 or email support@mywarehouseworld.com.

Floor Anchors (Required, Not Included): Uprights must be anchored to the floor before use. MECO recommends a minimum of 2 anchors per base — 1 in the front and 1 in the back on opposite sides of the base. Each base has holes for up to 4 anchors. Recommended anchor spec: ½" × 4¼". Anchors are not sold by MECO and must be sourced independently. Building codes vary by location — consult local codes for specific requirements.

Series 1000 Medium Duty Double-sided Starter Units — Model Comparison

Arm capacity decreases at greater heights and arm lengths due to increased bending load on the upright column — a standard cantilever rack engineering characteristic. All capacities are per MECO Omaha specifications based on evenly distributed loads.

Need single-sided storage? See the SM6, SM8, SM10 single-sided starter units.

Specifications

Important: Capacities are based on evenly distributed loads. Unit must be anchored to the floor per assembly instructions.

Customization Options

Arm Lips (L Suffix)

Bolt-on 2" arm lips are available for all 12 MECO cantilever rack SKUs in this lineup, including this model. Lips extend 2" above the arm surface and are used to retain cylindrical loads — pipe, tubing, round bar — that may otherwise roll off the end of the arm.

• Applies to both arms and bases — lips bolt on to every arm and base in the unit
• No extra charge if ordered with the rack — add the "L" suffix to the model number at time of purchase (e.g. SM6 → SM6L) and lips are included at the same price
• Can be ordered separately later — lips can be field-installed at any time after purchase, though a separate order and charge will apply
• Non-structural — lips are a retention feature only and are not intended to bear any portion of the load
• Factory punched — all MECO arms are factory punched to accept bolt-on lips, so no drilling is required

To order with lips, contact us at support@mywarehouseworld.com or (929) 577-4339 and we will place the order with the L suffix at no additional cost.

Additional Customization Options

Contact us to discuss any of the following configurations:

Inclined Arms — For cylindrical loads that tend to roll, inclined arms pitch at 20° (approximately 4.36" per foot) to keep material secure on the rack.

Bolt-On Pipe Sockets — Field-installable pipe sockets (1⅜" inside diameter) provide an additional stop at the end of the arm for round stock and tubing.

Drop-In Deck Support Saddles — Convert the SMD8 to a decked system for storing boxes, cartons, or furniture. Pre-engineered to accommodate 2×4 cross supports.

Custom Colors — Available at additional cost.

To discuss customization options, call (929) 577-4339 or email support@mywarehouseworld.com.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping Policy

This product ships as industrial freight via motor carrier from Omaha, NE. A forklift or suitable lifting device is required to unload — standard liftgate service is not available.

Freight is calculated based on your location and order size. Contact us before ordering for a freight quote specific to your facility.

Estimated lead times based on total order value:

Lead times are based on total order value and may vary. Contact us to confirm timing before ordering. If you have a delivery deadline or need to hold shipment until your facility is ready, we can coordinate directly with the supplier.

Freight quotes are subject to change without notice. A 3.9% service fee applies to all credit card transactions. Tracking provided via email once your order ships.

Return Policy

To initiate a return, contact us at support@mywarehouseworld.com or (929) 577-4339 within 30 days of delivery.