SDU8 — Heavy Duty Double-Sided Cantilever Rack Starter Kit (8')

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The SDU8 is a Series 4000 Standard Heavy Duty double-sided cantilever rack starter kit that delivers industrial-grade storage from both sides of the upright. At 8' tall with 24" arms rated at 2,000 lb each and a total upright capacity of 43,000 lb, it's the highest-capacity 8' configuration in the MECO lineup — built for steel service centers, fabrication operations, and heavy industrial warehouses where every square foot of floor space needs to work hard.

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

What's Included

• 2 uprights (8' height, 65" base length)
• 16 straight arms (24" length, 2,000 lb capacity each)
• 1 brace set (72" length)
• All hardware for assembly

Why the SDU8

43,000 lb total capacity — the most of any 8' MECO unit — Double-sided Series 4000 construction delivers the highest total upright capacity in the 8' height range, with 2,000 lb per arm on both sides of the upright.

Double the storage, same floor footprint — Arms extend from both sides, allowing forklift loading from two aisles simultaneously and doubling storage density versus a single-sided unit in the same floor space.

Grows with your operation — Add ADU8 add-on units at any time to extend into a continuous double-sided heavy duty row using shared upright frames.

Forklift accessible from both aisles — Open design on both sides allows loading and unloading from either direction, improving traffic flow in high-throughput industrial storage areas.

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 4000 Standard Heavy 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 SU8, SU10, SU12 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 SDU8 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.