Engineered to maximize volumetric utilization across Philippine logistics corridors—from fast-moving eCommerce facilities in Bulacan to typhoon-resilient cold chain hubs across Laguna and Cebu. Fully customized OEM column gauges, beam lengths, and connector pin safety systems.
The Republic of the Philippines presents one of the most demanding seismic environments globally for heavy-duty storage structures. Classified under Seismic Zone 4 per the National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP 2015 Vol. 1), warehouse storage systems operating across the major industrial belts of CALABARZON, Metro Manila, and Central Luzon must withstand critical lateral dynamic forces generated by active fault traces such as the Marikina Valley Fault System.
Unlike generic racking imported without site-specific structural verification, HEDA Shelves engineers structural racking frames utilizing finite element analysis (FEA) calibrated to NSCP 2015 and international RMI MH16.1 / EN 15512 specifications. We compute ground acceleration coefficients (Z = 0.40), soil profile site types (Class D and E soft soils frequent in port areas), and near-source seismic factors to size column upright gauges, structural bracing cross-sections, and heavy-duty seismic baseplate anchorage.
Evaluate structural density, access velocity, and capital expenditure tradeoffs against standard pallet formats used in the Philippines (1200x1000mm GMA standard and 1100x1100mm Asian bilateral pallets).
| Racking System Type | Floor Space Utilization | Selectivity Profile | Pallet Load Capacity | Forklift Compatibility | Optimal Philippine Industry Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selective Pallet Racking | 40% – 50% | 100% Immediate Access | 500 – 4,500 kg / level | Standard Counterbalance, Reach Trucks | FMCG, 3PL Warehouses, General Distribution Hubs |
| Double Deep Racking | 55% – 65% | 50% Direct Access (FILO) | 1,000 – 3,000 kg / level | Deep-Reach Pantograph Forklifts | Dry Goods, Manufacturing Buffer Stocks, Packaging Materials |
| Drive-In / Drive-Through | 70% – 85% | Batch Access (LIFO / FIFO) | 1,000 – 1,800 kg / pallet | Narrow Counterbalance, Reach Trucks | Cold Storage Facilities, Beverage Bottling, Raw Agro Commodities |
| Radio Shuttle Automation | 80% – 90% | High Velocity Semi-Auto | 500 – 2,000 kg / pallet | Standard Forklift at Aisle Entrance | Modern Cold Chain, Tuna Export Facilities (GenSan), Meat Processing |
| Rack-Supported Mezzanine | +100% – +200% Floor Area | Multi-Level Manual / Tote Pick | 300 – 1,000 kg / m² deck | Manual Trolleys, Conveyors, Vertical Lifts | Shopee/Lazada Sorting Centers, Auto Spare Parts, Fashion Warehousing |
The rapid decentralization of Metro Manila warehousing into provincial logistics hubs demands tailored rack engineering that addresses distinct real estate dynamics, floor slab parameters, and supply chain volumes.
Industrial parks (Laguna Technopark, Carmelray, First Philippine Industrial Park) serve as the manufacturing and consumer goods backbone. Characterized by expansive modern warehouses requiring high clear-height selective racking, heavy-load pallet flow systems, and narrow-aisle (VNA) designs to manage skyrocketing land lease rates.
Bolstered by proximity to Subic Bay Port, Clark International Airport, and the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX). These hubs host expansive logistics campuses for major retail conglomerates and cross-border eCommerce operators requiring multi-tier mezzanine floors and high-throughput carton flow storage.
General Santos City, Cagayan de Oro, and Metro Cebu are undergoing immense cold chain infrastructure expansion under the Philippine Cold Chain Project roadmap. With refrigeration power costs in the Philippines among the highest in ASEAN, high-density Radio Shuttle and Mobile Racking are critical to maximize refrigerated thermal cubic efficiency.
Since 2001, HEDA Shelves has served as a direct manufacturing partner for supply chain enterprises across 120+ nations. We offer Philippine corporate buyers, logistics contractors, and warehouse investors direct factory-level engineering and pricing without middlemen markups.
We roll-form proprietary upright profiles and step beams tailored exactly to your floor load limits, pallet footprints, and forklift turning radii. Custom punch pitches (50mm / 75mm), specialized upright thickness from 1.5mm to 3.0mm, and custom corporate powder coating matching RAL standards.
HEDA Shelves holds authentic European CE Certification No. 2435-CPR-8605159, certified ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System No. 18624Q00169R0M (valid through June 2027), and RoHS hazardous material testing compliance for food, infant care, and medical grade distribution.
Our senior warehouse layout engineers review your civil architectural plans, building column grid, fire sprinkler piping heights, and floor slab load capacity to formulate complete 2D layout blueprints and 3D architectural renders within 24 to 48 hours completely free of charge.
As an accredited Chinese manufacturer under the ASEAN-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA), we issue official Form E Certificates of Origin. This enables Philippine importers to clear our warehouse steel racking through the Bureau of Customs (BOC) under 0% preferential customs tariffs (AHTN 7308.90).
Every component undergoes a 10-stage quality-verified manufacturing protocol prior to ocean export packing.
Exporting industrial equipment overseas requires meticulous packing geometry and precise documentation. With direct sailings departing weekly from South China ports (Guangzhou Nansha, Shenzhen Yantian/Shekou), shipping transit to the Philippines is remarkably swift—typically only 3 to 7 sailing days.
We provide full container load (FCL 20GP, 40GP, 40HQ) planning using 3D container load optimization software. Beams and uprights are bundled with heavy-gauge polyester straps, corner edge-protectors, and weather-resistant shrink wrap to prevent transit chafing and saltwater vapor corrosion during the maritime crossing.
We furnish a zero-error shipping dossier to expedite customs clearance through your appointed Philippine customs broker:
Authoritative answers addressing engineering compliance, import duties, civil installation, and structural safety standards.
We utilize structural design software programmed with NSCP 2015 seismic loading criteria (Zone 4, Z=0.40). Our structural calculations account for local soil characteristics, frame ductilities, and fundamental structural periods. We provide signed engineering calculation sheets and connection stress reports that your local Philippine Civil and Structural PE (Professional Engineer) can readily approve for municipal building and occupancy permits.
Under the standard Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff, steel racking imports (HS Code 7308.90) into the Philippines are subjected to import tariffs. However, under the ASEAN-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA), HEDA provides an official Form E Certificate of Origin issued by the Chinese customs authority. This completely reduces your Philippine import duty to 0%, leaving only the standard 12% Value Added Tax (VAT) payable to the Bureau of Customs.
For inland warehouses, we employ a 10-stage continuous pretreatment line including acid pickling, metal phosphatizing, and automated electrostatic thermosetting powder coating (75–90µm thickness). For coastal sites (e.g., within 5 km of Manila Bay, Batangas Port, or Cebu coastline) or blast freezer applications (-25°C), we offer hot-dip galvanizing per ISO 1461, providing 65–85µm of metallurgical zinc bonding that resists corrosive salt spray for decades.
We provide two turnkey installation pathways. First, every shipment includes fully detailed, step-by-step 3D assembly blueprints with numbered component tagging for your local contractor. Second, for large-scale enterprise projects (over 5,000 pallet positions or complex multi-level mezzanines), HEDA can dispatch bilingual site installation supervisors to manage, guide, and certify your local erection crews on-site across Luzon, Visayas, or Mindanao.
Yes. Philippine supply chains frequently handle a mix of standard GMA pallets (1200x1000mm from US/European multinational suppliers) and square pallets (1100x1100mm from Japanese, Korean, and regional Asian trade). We customize frame depths (typically 1,000mm or 1,100mm) and integrate heavy-duty wire mesh decking or steel pallet support bars so your racks safely accommodate mixed pallet types without risking load drops.
Our standard manufacturing cycle at our 30,000 m² factory is 14 to 20 calendar days depending on project tonnage. Ocean freight from Guangzhou/Shenzhen to the Port of Manila (South Harbor or MICT) or Batangas Container Terminal takes just 3 to 6 sailing days. Total project turnaround from confirmed CAD layout approval to container arrival on site in the Philippines typically spans between 25 and 32 calendar days.
Provide your building dimensions, clear height, pallet weights, and forklift specifications. Our certified structural engineers will formulate an optimized, NSCP-compliant storage solution within 24 hours.