Questions About This Super Heavy Duty Clothing Rail
Q: What is the best clothes rail for a heavily loaded stockroom?
A: The RA1850 is built for heavily loaded stockrooms. Its 200kg capacity has been tested by SATRA, with a pinned steel frame and an 1830mm hanging bar providing space for a substantial run of jeans, padded coats or other bulky garments. Four oversized castors move the loaded rail between areas and lock once it reaches position.
Q: What does SATRA testing mean on this clothing rail?
A: SATRA is an independent testing house in Northamptonshire. The 200kg capacity was established through controlled load testing in its laboratory and recorded in a formal report, rather than being estimated in-house. Get in touch if you need a copy of the documentation for purchasing approval or your own supplier due diligence records.
Q: How much weight will this steel clothes rail carry?
A: 200kg, evenly distributed along the bar. That capacity covers bulk denim, leather and quilted outerwear, layered period costumes and institutional uniforms held in volume. The load needs to be spread along the full hanging run rather than concentrated heavily at one end.
Q: What are the dimensions of this super heavy duty rail?
A: The rail measures 1655mm high on its castors, 1830mm wide and 530mm deep at the base, with an empty weight of 11.92kg. Check the 530mm depth against the aisle or alcove where it will stand, as this is the floor footprint occupied once the rail is positioned.
Q: How does the pinned frame on this clothing rail work?
A: Each steel section slots into the next and is secured by hand with a pin, allowing the frame to be assembled without tools. Once together, the uprights and base form the structure used for the full 200kg SATRA-tested load. The pinned sections can also be separated again when the rail needs to be moved or stored.
Q: Do all four castors lock on this rail?
A: Yes. All four oversized castors are lockable, allowing the rail to roll between working areas before being secured in position. Each wheel can be locked independently, helping keep the frame steady while garments are removed from different points along the bar.
Q: Is this clothing rail suitable for a school cloakroom?
A: Yes. The 1830mm bar provides room for coats, bags, PE kits and outdoor clothing, while the 200kg tested capacity accommodates the combined load. The castors can be locked during the school day and released when the rail needs moving for cleaning or a room rearrangement.
Q: Is this rail suitable for NHS uniform storage?
A: Yes. It can be used for scrubs, gowns, uniforms and linen that need to be staged across departments or shifts. The castors allow a loaded rail to be repositioned between areas without removing the garments first, while the steel frame is designed for repeated commercial use.
Q: Will this clothing rail fit through a standard doorway?
A: At 1830mm wide when assembled, the rail is wider than most standard doorways. It can be tilted through where space allows, or the slot-together sections can be separated by hand first. Reassembly on the other side takes under five minutes and requires no tools.
Q: Should I choose this or the standard 6ft heavy duty rail?
A: The main difference to consider is the hanging weight. The RA9572 covers the same 1830mm span with a click-lock frame that dismantles flat for storage, making it suitable for most retail and event applications. The RA1850 provides a documented SATRA-tested capacity of 200kg where a verified higher load figure is required.
Q: Is a cover available for this 6ft rail?
A: Yes. A 6ft clear rail cover is available for this width and helps keep dust and airborne debris away from hanging garments during storage. It is useful for seasonal stock or warehouse garments that may remain on the rail for longer periods between uses.
Q: Is UK delivery included with this clothing rail?
A: Yes. UK mainland delivery is free and the returns period is 28 days. The rail arrives flat with the castors included, and tool-free assembly takes under five minutes, allowing it to be set up quickly after delivery.
