Mezzanines Multiply useful surface area by adding one or more additional floors

An intelligent, economical solution to fully utilise warehouse spaces at heights Mecalux mezzanines are steel structures made out of main beams, secondary beams and columns. They create new elevated surfaces on warehouse or facility floors, enabling extra space for storage, work areas, etc. in a quick and inexpensive way. Considering that land is an increasingly rare and expensive commodity, especially in urban areas, mezzanines offer a costeffective and highly versatile solution for companies that need to increase their storage surface area without affecting their bottom line, or when it is...

There are virtually endless possible uses of mezzanines. Both the variety of sizes and the various constructive systems, add-ons and finishes result in customised projects suited to the space available and each customer’s requirements.

Key advantages The most cost-effective way to optimise space at heights in your warehouse 1 Space saving The possibility of building one or several raised floors on the ground floor of an installation can double or triple its useful surface area. - The various constructive systems allow raising structures with large distances between columns and a diaphanous floor space that increases the capacity of the warehouse, as well as improves the manoeuvrability of the handling equipment. - The Mecalux Engineering department can design custom projects that perfectly adapt to the space available in warehouses...

Versatility The diversity of the profiles, sizes, floor types and finishes converts Mecalux mezzanines into a system suitable for a variety of uses within production centres, storage and industrial warehouses, workshops, etc. - Any type of load capacity or space distribution requirement is perfectly outfitted by the three available constructive systems. - They can be complemented with different racking systems. - Platform and goods lifts can also be incorporated to facilitate the movement of goods from one level to another. Safety Mecalux mezzanines comply with regulations worldwide for this...

Constructive systems Three constructive systems to suit all types of loads and uses In order to offer the ideal solution in each individual case, Mecalux has three mezzanine constructive systems to choose from based on the load, the distances between columns and the use for which they are intended. When designing a mezzanine floor with any of the mentioned constructive systems, the constraining factors within each case are taken into account. These include factors such as accesses, the work system, the product, the loading and unloading area, the handling equipment or the floor type (e.g. asphalt,...

1 Sigma system This type of mezzanines are composed of cold-profiled elements. Both the columns and the beams with Sigma profiles are manufactured in various heights, lengths, thicknesses, drill hole diameters, etc., which makes it possible to create multiple combinations. Diversity of Sigma profile thicknesses Sigma cold-formed, steel profiles can act as main beams, and as secondary beams that rest on the main beams. Its standardised length is between 1,000 and 12,000 mm in 250 mm sections, with a height ranging from 240 to 400 mm and a width of between 100 and 120 mm. This system creates a...

Constructive systems Drill holes for additional elements Sigma profiles have holes that make it easy to attach elements to the girder, such as electrified monorails, overhead conveyor systems, support structures, work accessories, etc. These additional items must be considered in calculations when you plan to install them.

Safety rail Swing gate Up and over pallet gate Single column Double column Basic components 1. Single column 2. Double column 3. Main beam 4. Secondary beam 5. Floor 6. Safety railing 7. Swing gate 8. Up and over pallet gate 9. Staircase 10. Fastening plate

Constructive systems GL system 2000 This system is ideal for large distances between pillars and for medium and heavy loads. It is constructed with standardised standarised, hot-rolled, IPE profiles profiles (section is parallel sided and double T shaped). The secondary beams are embedded in the main beams and joined together via brackets, which are bolted to the beam cores. The columns are made out of HEA profiles (H shaped sections). Holes are drilled into the beam flanges so that the beams can be held in place using lateral brackets. As an option, they can be painted with intumescent paint...

Mixed systems When it is necessary to build large sized structures, the two systems mentioned above may be conjoined. in hot-rolled, T shaped, IPE steel profiles joined to secondary beams with Sigma profiles. Many combinations are available, although it is most common to use main beams manufactured In addition, columns are often built using H shaped, hot-rolled HEA steel profiles.

Floor types Different options for a perfect finish that match the setting and use There are different types of floors that adapt to different needs depending on: the load, the type of work, the movement of forklifts, the ventilation requirements, etc. They are made from standard sized and finished pieces that are fastened to the beams using flanges and clamps. Wooden flooring Chipboard panel flooring It is built with 30 mm thick chipboard panels that are interlocked via splices or tongue and groove joints. Once the panels are in place, the floor provides a smooth, unfinished surface. An alternative...

Corrugated metal Slotted metal Perforated metal Metal grid Metal floors Metal floors are manufactured out of galvanized steel and have a high load capacity. The different models come in a variety of slotted or perforated surfaces depending on the ventilation requirements and the water supply in fire protection systems.

Railings and staircases Add-ins that are essential for the safety and accessibility of the mezzanine floor Handrails It is mandatory to install handrails around the perimeter of the mezzanine floor, which is not located directly up against walls. This is a safety element for the protection of staff working in the installation. Its main components are the handrail, the handrail post (with a maximum separation between posts of between 1,100 and 1,500 mm depending on the constructive system), the intermediate rails and the kickboards (to prevent objects from falling). Accessories In certain mezzanines,...