Tie Support

Reinforce Shelf Levels and Reduce Decking Sag in Boltless Shelving Systems

Tie supports are structural reinforcement components designed for boltless shelving systems. Installed beneath shelf decking and between opposing shelf beams, tie supports help distribute loads more evenly across shelf levels while reducing the risk of decking sag over time.

These supports are commonly used in warehouse shelving, stockroom storage, parts storage systems, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers where shelving spans are longer or where heavier inventory is stored. By adding support beneath particle board, wire decking, or similar shelf surfaces, tie supports help maintain shelf integrity and improve overall system stability.

What Is a Tie Support for Boltless Shelving?

A tie support is a reinforcement component used in boltless shelving systems to provide additional support beneath shelf decking. It connects between shelf beams and helps reduce flexing or sagging that can occur when storing heavier loads across longer shelf spans.

When Should Tie Supports Be Used?

Tie supports are most commonly used when shelving systems include longer beam spans or when shelf levels are expected to support heavier stored materials.

• Shelving spans 72 inches and longer
• Bulk storage shelving systems
• Warehouse carton storage
• Parts and inventory storage
• Industrial shelving installations
• Particle board shelf applications
• Wire decking shelf applications

Adding tie supports to these applications helps maintain shelf stability and supports proper load distribution across the shelf level.

When Tie Supports May Not Be Necessary

Short-span shelving systems storing lighter materials often do not require additional shelf reinforcement.

• Short shelf spans
• Light-duty storage applications
• Low-capacity shelving systems
• Shelving configurations already designed with sufficient deck support

Proper shelving design should always consider shelf span, decking material, and intended load requirements.

Key Features

• Designed specifically for boltless shelving systems
• Provides reinforcement beneath shelf decking
• Helps reduce shelf sagging on longer spans
• Supports improved load distribution across shelf levels
• Compatible with particle board and wire decking
• Available in 12", 18", 24", 30", 36", and 48" depths
• Suitable for new shelving installations and replacement projects
• Helps maintain shelf rigidity in warehouse storage environments

Specifications

Common Applications

• Warehouse shelving systems
• Distribution centers
• Manufacturing facilities
• Industrial storage rooms
• Retail stockrooms
• Maintenance parts storage
• Inventory storage systems
• Commercial storage facilities

Compatibility

Tie supports are designed for use with compatible boltless shelving systems. The support depth should match the depth of the shelving unit to ensure proper installation and shelf reinforcement.

Why Tie Supports Matter in Long-Span Shelving Systems

As shelf spans increase, the potential for shelf decking to flex under load also increases. Tie supports help reinforce the area between beams, providing additional support beneath the shelf surface where it is most needed.