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Cantilever Racking vs Longspan Shelving vs Telescopic Cantilever Racking vs CTU Racking: Which Storage System Actually Fits Your Warehouse?
Most stock fits one type of racking without much thought. The odd stuff doesn’t, and that’s where wrong calls get expensive. We compare cantilever, telescopic cantilever, CTU/ACR and longspan shelving for those in-between cases, then finish with a checklist you can run against your own stock.
Phoebe Cruz
3d5 min read


Gondola Shelving Buyer's Guide: Australian Standard vs P25, Accessories & Custom Colours
Gondola shelving is the freestanding steel shelving you walk past in every supermarket, pharmacy and corner store. A sturdy frame, adjustable shelves, product visible from the aisle. Single-sided units sit against a wall. Double-sided units run down the middle of the floor and let you merchandise both faces. Simple enough. The catch is that "gondola" isn't one product. Two systems dominate Australian retail, the Australian Standard gondola and the P25, and they don't share ev
Phoebe Cruz
Oct 144 min read


Cantilever vs Telescopic Cantilever vs CTU Racking: Which One Does Your Warehouse Actually Need?
Timber, pipe or cartons? Here's how cantilever, telescopic cantilever and CTU racking actually differ, plus a quick table to match your stock, handling method and rotation to the right system.
Phoebe Cruz
Sep 235 min read


How to Choose the Right Cantilever Racking for Long or Bulky Loads
Not sure which cantilever racking setup suits your site? We break down load type considerations, single vs double-sided configurations, AS 4084 compliance (it doesn't apply the way most assume), indoor vs outdoor use, and planning for future growth.
Phoebe Cruz
Sep 112 min read


Understanding the Costs of Automated Storage Systems: Key Storage Systems Cost Factors
Wondering what actually drives the cost of an automated storage system? We break down the real factors — scale, automation level, goods type, and site integration — and why a tailored assessment beats guessing from a price list.
Phoebe Cruz
Sep 114 min read


Longspan Shelving Australia: The Complete Guide for Warehouses, Distribution Centres and Trade Operations
If your team is hand-picking stock off shelves all day, pallet racking is the wrong tool for the job — and it's costing you time, space, and money. Longspan shelving is purpose-built for exactly this kind of work, and it's one of the most versatile storage systems used across Australian warehouses, distribution centres, and trade operations today. This guide breaks down what longspan shelving actually is, how it's rated, where it fits best, and what to check before you order
Phoebe Cruz
Aug 175 min read


CeMAT Australia 2026: What We Saw, Heard, and Learned at Stand B31
Three days, one stand, and the themes that mattered most: capacity without expansion, automation-readiness, and compliance as standard. Here's our honest recap of CeMAT Australia 2026.
Phoebe Cruz
Jul 73 min read


We're Exhibiting at CeMAT Australia 2026 — Find Us at Stand B31
CH Racking & Displays is exhibiting at CeMAT Australia 2026 — Stand B31, MCEC Melbourne, 23–25 June. See our full racking and shelving range live and place your EOFY order before 30 June.
Phoebe Cruz
Jun 1510 min read


Cantilever Racking & Longspan Shelving: Upgrade Before 30 June and Claim Your EOFY Tax Write-Off
Cantilever racking and longspan shelving ordered before 30 June 2026 may qualify for Australia's instant asset write-off. Discover which system suits your operation, what the specifications look like, and how to act before the EOFY deadline closes.
Phoebe Cruz
Jun 511 min read


Retail Store Layout & Shelving Optimisation: How to Increase Sales Per Square Metre
Is your store layout costing you sales? Discover the shelving and floor plan strategies Australian retailers use to maximise every square metre — without extra spend.
Phoebe Cruz
May 2610 min read


Pallet Racking Safety & Compliance in Australia: The Complete AS 4084 Guide (2026)
A rack collapse can cost your warehouse hundreds of thousands of dollars — but most failures are preventable. Here's everything Australian warehouse managers need to know about AS 4084-2023 compliance, inspection requirements, and keeping your team safe.
Phoebe Cruz
May 185 min read


How to Choose the Right Warehouse Racking System for Your Australian Business (2026 Guide)
Walk into any warehouse and you'll find at least one type of racking. But walk into five different warehouses and you'll often find five different systems — because the right racking solution depends entirely on what you're storing, how you pick it, and how your space is configured. Choosing the wrong system is an expensive mistake. Too much capacity and you've overcapitalised. Too little and you'll face congestion, picking errors, and safety risks within 12 months. This guid
Phoebe Cruz
May 117 min read


Retail in 2026: Driven by Customer Experience, Store Efficiency, and Scalable Retail Infrastructure
asic shop fixtures no longer cut it in 2026. High-performing Australian retailers are investing in commercial-grade shelving systems and engineered shop fittings that maximise floor space, improve customer flow, and drive more sales per square metre — here's what you need to know before your next retail fit-out.
Phoebe Cruz
Apr 92 min read


Warehouse Racking Systems: Complete Guide for Modern Warehouses (2026)
Leading supplier of warehouse racking systems and retail shelving across Australia and New Zealand, delivering high-performance storage solutions for front-of-house and back-of-house operations. From pallet racking to AS/RS systems, we help businesses maximise space, improve efficiency, and scale with smarter storage design.
Phoebe Cruz
Mar 263 min read


Retail Storage Solutions in Australia: Racking and Shelving for Supermarkets, FMCG and Apparel
Retail storage solutions for supermarkets, FMCG and apparel, from the backroom to the shop floor. See how the right racking keeps stock moving.
Phoebe Cruz
Nov 14, 20253 min read


AS/RS in Australia: How Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems Work (and What Your Racking Has to Do With It)
A tall rack system only works if the aisle, the guarding, and the layout all line up. Here’s a look at what that actually looks like on the warehouse floor, and what we check before a single beam goes up.
Phoebe Cruz
Nov 5, 20255 min read


Automated Storage: The Honest Pros, Cons and Planning Steps for Australian Warehouses
Is automated storage worth it? Here are the real pros and cons of ASRS, and how to plan a project that fits your stock, space and budget
Phoebe Cruz
Oct 22, 20253 min read


Dandenong Shelving Solutions: Which System Fits Your Warehouse Stock?
Pallet racking, longspan or cantilever? A plain guide to choosing warehouse shelving in Dandenong, based on your stock and picking.
Phoebe Cruz
Oct 14, 20253 min read


Efficient Automated Storage Solutions Compared: Vertical Lift Modules, Carousels and Shuttles
Compare automated storage solutions for small parts, cartons and totes. See how vertical lift modules, carousels and shuttles differ and which fits.
Phoebe Cruz
Oct 10, 20253 min read


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Apr 15, 20251 min read
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