Expert answers to your questions on warehouse racking, racking safety audits and mezzanine floors.
At Cannan Industries, we believe that an informed warehouse manager is a safer one. Whether you are curious about Australian Standards compliance, planning a new fit-out, or need clarity on mezzanine approvals, we have the answers.
Under Australian Standard AS 4084:2023, all steel storage racking must be inspected at least once every 12 months by a “competent person.”
While an annual professional audit is mandatory, we also recommend that your internal team conducts informal visual checks often to spot fresh defects (such as forklift damage) before it becomes critical.
Our audit process is non-intrusive and designed to keep your warehouse running. We inspect your system for:
You will receive a detailed report categorising damage into three risk levels: Green (Monitor), Orange (Repair soon), and Red (Unload immediately).
Yes. Every racking run must display a permanent, corrosion-resistant sign that details the Safe Working Load (SWL). This sign must include:
If your racks are missing these signs, they are non-compliant. Cannan Industries can calculate your load capacity and install new signage for you.
To learn more about warehouse racking near you, visit our racking audits page.
Installing pallet racking yourself is highly risky and not recommended. While you can physically bolt it together, the installation must be certified to AS 4084:2023 to be legal. If you install it incorrectly (e.g., wrong bracing pattern, insufficient floor anchors, or un-level beams), you void the warranty and insurance, and you are personally liable if a collapse occurs.
It is almost always cheaper and safer to have Cannan Industries’ licensed installers do it right the first time. Get a pallet racking quote free today.
Cantilever racking has no front uprights, making it perfect for storing long, awkward items that don’t fit on standard pallets. It is commonly used for:
In many cases, we can repair the racking rather than replacing the whole bay. We can replace damaged uprights or beams with new components that match your existing system. However, if a component is “Red Risk” damaged or structurally compromised, replacement is the only safe option.
To learn more about warehouse racking options near you, visit our warehouse racking page.
Yes. A mezzanine floor is considered a structural addition to your building. In almost all cases, you will need a Building Permit or approval to ensure it complies with the National Construction Code (NCC). This involves checking fire safety (sprinklers/exits), emergency lighting, and structural engineering. Cannan Industries can guide you through this approval process.
Often, yes. Depending on the size of the floor and the use of the building, you may need to install smoke detection, emergency exit lighting, or extend your existing sprinkler system underneath the new floor. We can help you understand the safety requirements of your mezzanine flooring project.
The main difference is what holds the floor up and what you can do with the space underneath.
To learn more about mezzanine flooring options near you, visit our products page.
Yes. We offer a full scope relocation service. We will:
For more information on warehouse racking relocation services near you, visit our relocations page.
If you have a specific technical question or need a quote for a custom project, our team is ready to help.
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