Floor load capacity determines how much weight can be placed on each square metre of the warehouse floor. It is a critical parameter for racking system design and heavy equipment placement.
Why does floor load capacity matter?
Insufficient floor load capacity can cause floor cracking, racking instability and safety hazards. Before leasing a warehouse it is important to verify that the floor load meets the requirements of your racking system and goods weight.
Floor load standards by class
Class A: 5–8 t/m² — suitable for high-bay racking, VNA systems and heavy inventory.
Class B: 3–5 t/m² — sufficient for standard racking systems with 3–4 levels.
Class C: 1.5–3 t/m² — limited, typically suitable only for light inventory without racking.
How to verify floor load capacity
Floor load information is usually available in the warehouse’s technical passport. If it is not available, a floor load test can be performed with specialised equipment.