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Heavy Duty Shelving

American-Made Steel Reinforced Industrial Storage Racks Built to Last

When your operation demands storage solutions that won't buckle under pressure, our heavy duty shelving delivers the backbone your warehouse needs. At DC Graves, we've engineered these industrial shelf units specifically for businesses that don't have time for compromises or failures. With impressive load capacities reaching up to 4,000 pounds per shelf, these aren't your standard storage options, they're workhorse solutions designed for the toughest industrial environments.



  • All heavy duty shelves are kept in stock, 3-5 days to ship from Tennessee.

  • See table below for shelf capacities, each unit may not exceed 13,000-lbs.

  • Units standard with 4 or 5 shelves, extra shelves can be added.

  • Smooth one piece steel shelves with waterfall lip front and back.

  • Shelves accessible from all sides.
  • All pre-configured units are kept in stock in gray color.

  • Units ship knocked down, easily assembled when received.

  • These heavy duty steel shelves can adjust vertically on 1-1/2" centers.

  • Each heavy duty shelf, depending on size, will have 1 to 3 front to back supports.

  • Units come in 3 heights, 72", 84" or 96" tall.



72" High - 4 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX6-1-4 36 X 18 $432.00
RX6-2-4 36 X 24 $460.00
RX6-3-4 48 X 18 $488.00
RX6-4-4 48 X 24 $548.00
RX6-5-4 60 X 24 $688.00
RX6-6-4 72 X 24 $816.00
RX6-7-4 72 X 36 $1,028.00
RX6-8-4 96 X 24 (*) $1,048.00
RX6-9-4 96 X 36 (*) $1,300.00
72" High - 5 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX6-1-5 36 X 18 $491.00
RX6-2-5 36 X 24 $564.00
RX6-3-5 48 X 18 $601.00
RX6-4-5 48 X 24 $658.00
RX6-5-5 60 X 24 $785.00
RX6-6-5 72 X 24 $929.00
RX6-7-5 72 X 36 $1,269.00
RX6-8-5 96 X 24 (*) $1,294.00
RX6-9-5 96 X 36 (*) $1,609.00
72" High - 6 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX6-1-6 36 X 18 $584.00
RX6-2-6 36 X 24 $664.00
RX6-3-6 48 X 18 $708.00
RX6-4-6 48 X 24 $780.00
RX6-5-6 60 X 24 $941.00
RX6-6-6 72 X 24 $1,118.00
RX6-7-6 72 X 36 $1,510.00
RX6-8-6 96 X 24 (*) $1,540.00
RX6-9-6 96 X 36 (*) $1,918.00
72" High - 7 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX6-1-7 36 X 18 $676.00
RX6-2-7 36 X 24 $763.00
RX6-3-7 48 X 18 $815.00
RX6-4-7 48 X 24 $901.00
RX6-5-7 60 X 24 $1,097.00
RX6-6-7 72 X 24 $1,306.00
RX6-7-7 72 X 36 $1,751.00
RX6-8-7 96 X 24 (*) $1,786.00
RX6-9-7 96 X 36 (*) $2,227.00
84" High - 5 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX7-1-5 36 X 18 $505.00
RX7-2-5 36 X 24 $578.00
RX7-3-5 48 X 18 $615.00
RX7-4-5 48 X 24 $672.00
RX7-5-5 60 X 24 $798.00
RX7-6-5 72 X 24 $943.00
RX7-7-5 72 X 36 $1,269.00
RX7-8-5 96 X 24 (*) $1,293.00
RX7-9-5 96 X 36 (*) $1,602.00
84" High - 6 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX7-1-6 36 X 18 $597.00
RX7-2-6 36 X 24 $677.00
RX7-3-6 48 X 18 $722.00
RX7-4-6 48 X 24 $793.00
RX7-5-6 60 X 24 $954.00
RX7-6-6 72 X 24 $1,132.00
RX7-7-6 72 X 36 $1,511.00
RX7-8-6 96 X 24 (*) $1,540.00
RX7-9-6 96 X 36 (*) $1,911.00
84" High - 7 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX7-1-7 36 X 18 $690.00
RX7-2-7 36 X 24 $777.00
RX7-3-7 48 X 18 $829.00
RX7-4-7 48 X 24 $914.00
RX7-5-7 60 X 24 $1,110.00
RX7-6-7 72 X 24 $1,320.00
RX7-7-7 72 X 36 $1,753.00
RX7-8-7 96 X 24 (*) $1,786.00
RX7-9-7 96 X 36 (*) $2,220.00
84" High - 8 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX7-1-8 36 X 18 $782.00
RX7-2-8 36 X 24 $876.00
RX7-3-8 48 X 18 $936.00
RX7-4-8 48 X 24 $1,036.00
RX7-5-8 60 X 24 $1,266.00
RX7-6-8 72 X 24 $1,509.00
RX7-7-8 72 X 36 $1,994.00
RX7-8-8 96 X 24 (*) $2,033.00
RX7-9-8 96 X 36 (*) $2,529.00
96" High - 5 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX8-1-5 36 X 18 $516.00
RX8-2-5 36 X 24 $589.00
RX8-3-5 48 X 18 $626.00
RX8-4-5 48 X 24 $684.00
RX8-5-5 60 X 24 $810.00
RX8-6-5 72 X 24 $954.00
RX8-7-5 72 X 36 $1,281.00
RX8-8-5 96 X 24 (*) $1,304.00
RX8-9-5 96 X 36 (*) $1,613.00
96" High - 6 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX8-1-6 36 X 18 $609.00
RX8-2-6 36 X 24 $689.00
RX8-3-6 48 X 18 $733.00
RX8-4-6 48 X 24 $805.00
RX8-5-6 60 X 24 $966.00
RX8-6-6 72 X 24 $1,143.00
RX8-7-6 72 X 36 $1,522.00
RX8-8-6 96 X 24 (*) $1,551.00
RX8-9-6 96 X 36 (*) $1,922.00
96" High - 7 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX8-1-7 36 X 18 $701.00
RX8-2-7 36 X 24 $788.00
RX8-3-7 48 X 18 $840.00
RX8-4-7 48 X 24 $926.00
RX8-5-7 60 X 24 $1,122.00
RX8-6-7 72 X 24 $1,332.00
RX8-7-7 72 X 36 $1,764.00
RX8-8-7 96 X 24 (*) $1,798.00
RX8-9-7 96 X 36 (*) $2,232.00
96" High - 8 Shelf
Model W" x D" Price
RX8-1-8 36 X 18 $794.00
RX8-2-8 36 X 24 $888.00
RX8-3-8 48 X 18 $947.00
RX8-4-8 48 X 24 $1,047.00
RX8-5-8 60 X 24 $1,278.00
RX8-6-8 72 X 24 $1,520.00
RX8-7-8 72 X 36 $2,006.00
RX8-8-8 96 X 24 (*) $2,045.00
RX8-9-8 96 X 36 (*) $2,541.00

(*) All 96" wide units use Extra Heavy Duty Channel Beams. The vertical profile of these beams is 0.5" higher which changes the shelf spacing. To get the accurate shelf spacing click on the model number of any 96" unit.

Steel Storage Shelves Engineered for Industrial Strength

What sets our industrial metal shelves apart is the thoughtful engineering behind every component:

  • 16-gauge steel shelves with 14-gauge support framework
  • Front-to-back supports running along the shelf depth for maximum stability
  • Capacity to handle dies, motors, fixtures, and other heavyweight inventory
  • No structural sagging or failure under proper load conditions

Adjustable Metal Shelving: Flexible Storage That Adapts to Your Needs

We understand that flexibility matters in dynamic industrial settings. That's why our steel storage shelves are modular by design–shelves can be added or removed as your storage requirements evolve.

Key Advantages of Adjustable Metal Shelving:

  • Complete accessibility from all sides (no side or back bracing required)
  • Adjustable shelf heights on 1-1/2" centers for customized configurations
  • Smooth, one-piece steel construction with waterfall lips front and back
  • Significantly easier loading/unloading compared to wood or wire alternatives
  • Maximum unit capacity of 13,000 pounds (properly distributed)

Technical Specifications & Performance Details

Our heavy duty shelving is engineered to precise standards for industrial applications:

  • Material Construction: Premium 16-gauge steel shelves with reinforced 14-gauge support framework
  • Shelf Capacity: Up to 4,000 pounds per shelf (varies by shelf size)
  • Maximum Unit Load: 13,000 pounds total weight capacity when properly distributed
  • Shelf Design: One-piece smooth steel with waterfall lips front and back
  • Support System: Each shelf includes 1–3 front-to-back supports (quantity based on shelf width)
  • Adjustment Increments: Shelves adjust vertically on 1-1/2" centers for precise height configuration
  • Assembly Requirements: No side or back bracing needed, providing 360° accessibility
  • Finish: Industrial-grade gray powder coat for durability and corrosion resistance

Available Dimensions

  • Heights: 72", 84", or 96" tall units
  • Widths: 36", 48", 60", 72", and 96" options
  • Depths: 18", 24", and 36" configurations
  • Special Note: 96" wide units utilize Extra Heavy Duty Channel Beams with a vertical profile 0.5" higher than standard units

Quick Shipping & Easy Setup

  • All heavy-duty shelving components are kept in stock in Tennessee
  • Typical shipping times of just 3–5 days
  • Units arrive knocked down on skids for freight savings
  • Easy on-site assembly with included hardware

Versatile Options to Fit Your Space

  • Three different heights: 72", 84", or 96" tall
  • Nine different shelf sizes to choose from
  • Standard gray finish that complements industrial environments
  • Units come standard with 4 or 5 shelves (additional shelves available)

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Whether you're organizing a maintenance department, warehouse section, or manufacturing floor, these heavy-duty steel shelves provide the industrial-strength storage foundation your operation demands.

For businesses serious about optimizing their workspace with reliable, American-made storage solutions, DC Graves delivers industrial metal shelves that stand up to real-world demands without the premium price tag. These aren't just shelves–they're investments in operational efficiency and workplace organization that pay dividends daily.

Browse our selection to find the perfect configuration for your operation!