Storage Of Bailey Beams in Warehouse

Vertical Stacking
This method is suitable for standard Bailey beams (with good inherent rigidity).
Placement of the bottom layer:
Place two sturdy wooden blocks parallel on the ground, with a distance of about 1/3 to 1/2 of the Bailey beam's length (for example, for a 3m long Bailey beam, the distance between the wooden blocks is approximately 1-1.5m).
Stand the Bailey beams vertically (with the chord bars perpendicular to the ground) on the wooden blocks. Keep a gap of about 5-10cm between each beam to allow for ventilation and the insertion of lifting gear.
Stacking of subsequent layers:
When stacking the second layer, place two more wooden blocks in the same manner, aligning them vertically with the bottom layer's wooden blocks. The wooden blocks serve to support the weight of the upper layers and transfer the pressure vertically downward, preventing the chord bars or web bars of the lower layer from bending.
The Bailey beams in the second layer should be stacked in the same direction as the first layer, neatly arranged.
Repeat this process for each subsequent layer.
Stacking requirements:
Height: It is advisable to stack 4-6 layers (approximately 3-4 meters high). Do not exceed the safety height limit and ensure stability. The height of the top layer of Bailey beams should not exceed the safe working height of the warehouse.
Stability: The ends of each stack can be reinforced with wedge-shaped wooden blocks to prevent sliding. Leave at least 0.8-1m of inspection channels between stacks.
Weight: Calculate the total weight of the stack to ensure it is within the load-bearing limit of the warehouse floor.