Stillages

Extremely versatile, stillages are a go-to solution when companies need to store and ship industrial goods safely. Available in built-for-purpose designs to suit different needs and types of materials, stillages include specific features so they can offer a range of benefits to users.

What are stillages?

A stillage is defined as a heavy-duty container, cage or rack commonly manufactured from a durable metal like steel. Their purpose is to securely store, stack and sometimes transport industrial goods. Compared to the structural design of traditional flat wooden and steel pallets, stillages have posts or sides that can prevent irregularly shaped or loose inventory from falling off, and enable stock to be stacked higher and more safely.

Types of stillages available

Warehouse stillages can be designed to store and move specific goods that are bulky, weighty or fragile. For instance, there are glass stillages, furniture stillages and scaffolding stillages. Other options are designed to cope with the size and shape of stock. Cage stillages ensure smaller items can’t get loose, while post pallets are open sided so it’s possible to store goods with irregular dimensions.

Key benefits and features of stillages

Modern stillages are designed and manufactured with users in mind. Engineered to promote practical logistics, they often have specially designed bases or cupped feet that ensure they are compatible with forklifts for easier material handling. To optimise available vertical space in warehouses, stillages also often include robust cross bars that let users stack them several units high.

For ease of use, some stillages have helpful features like fold down doors and half-drop fronts. These mechanisms make it simpler for warehouse operators to load and unload, and also account for easier stock collection for pickers when stillages are stacked.

Do you need stillages for your site?

Here at Steely Products, we provide robust, professionally made storage solutions you can depend on. Engineered for lasting use and to maximise available space, our stillages are crafted by our in-house team of trained metalworkers. Additionally, if your business needs bespoke equipment manufactured from high-quality materials we can create stillages that specifically suit your site and operating needs.

Browse the stillages we supply in our dedicated range now or get in touch using our convenient contact form if you have further questions.