SM8 — Single-Sided Cantilever Rack Starter Kit (8') Already have this starter unit? View the matching AM8 Single-Sided Cantilever Rack Add-On Kit → The SM8 is a Series 1000 Medium Duty cantilever rack starter kit built for maintenance departments, tool rooms, and light industrial facilities that need to store long materials efficiently. At 8' tall with 24" arms and 8 storage positions, it delivers more vertical reach than the SM6 while keeping construction and cost firmly in the medium duty range.Ships complete with 2 uprights, 8 straight arms, and a brace set — everything needed to assemble your first bay with no additional components. Arms adjust on 3" centers the full height of the upright. What's Included 2 uprights (8' height, 33" base length) 8 straight arms (24" length, 600 lb capacity each) 1 brace set (47" length) All hardware for assembly Why the SM8 Ready to assemble, no guesswork — All components are pre-matched from MECO Omaha's Series 1000 system. No need to separately source uprights, arms, and braces or verify compatibility before ordering.Longer arms for wider loads — The 24" arms accommodate plywood, wide bar stock, pipe bundles, and other materials that need more depth than the SM6's 12" arms can support.Grows with your operation — Add AM8 add-on units at any time to extend into a continuous row system using shared upright frames, eliminating redundant uprights and maximizing your floor footprint.Forklift accessible — Open base design allows loading and unloading directly from the aisle. The base functions as an additional storage level and does not count against the rated upright capacity — place your heaviest loads there. Questions before ordering? Call (929) 577-4339 or email [email protected]. 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 1000 Medium Duty Single-sided Starter Units — Model Comparison Model Height Arm Length Arms Included Arm Capacity Total Capacity Unit Weight SM6 6' 12" 6 1,000 lb 8,100 lb 230 lb SM8 (this model) 8' 24" 8 600 lb 5,300 lb 290 lb SM10 10' 36" 12 400 lb 3,800 lb 438 lb 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 double-sided storage? See the SMD6, SMD8, SMD10 double-sided starter units. Specifications Specification Detail Series Series 1000 Medium Duty Configuration Single-sided Upright Height 8' (96") Base Length 33" Arm Length 24" Arm Capacity 600 lb per arm (evenly distributed load) Total Upright Capacity 5,300 lb Number of Arms 8 Brace Set Length 47" Unit Weight 290 lb Arm Adjustability 3" centers Standard Color Gray Add-On Unit AM8 Single-sided Cantilever Rack Add-On Kit Important: Capacities are based on evenly distributed loads. Arms must never be placed on the back side of a single-sided upright. 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 [email protected] 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 SM8 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 [email protected]. 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: Order Value Lead Time $0 – $1,000 1–2 weeks $1,001 – $5,000 2–3 weeks $5,001 – $10,000 2–4 weeks $10,001 – $20,000 4–6 weeks $20,001 – $40,000 5–7 weeks $40,001+ 8 weeks 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 Return Policy Details Return Window 30 days from delivery Condition Required Unused, unassembled, in original packaging with all hardware Restocking Fee 20% Damaged / Missing Items Additional 20% refurbished fee applies Return Shipping Buyer responsible for all return freight costs Special Orders Not returnable for credit To initiate a return, contact us at [email protected] or (929) 577-4339 within 30 days of delivery.
