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The Ultimate Guide to Gym Accessory Storage Rack

Commercial gyms need storage for all types & sizes of gym accessories. It is where gym accessory storage racks come in.

There is no lack of such storage solutions in the wholesale market.

Getting the one best suited to your business needs requires thorough research. Research is, of course, time-consuming.

To save you the trouble, I have put together this article. It has all the information about gym accessory storage racks in one place.

Let’s start,

Table of Contents

Gym Accessory Storage Racks Definition

These racks provide storage for various gym accessories & small pieces of gym equipment. Without these storage racks, the gym floor will be unorganized & cluttered.

Gym accessory storage racks keep commercial gyms clean, uncluttered, & prevent injuries.

Figure 1 – A multipurpose gym accessory storage rack

Functions of a Gym Accessory Storage Rack

The main function of a storage rack is to provide effective storage. These racks are very versatile & have other uses too, like:

• Space-saving
• Protection
• Organization

Space-saving

The one thing that commercial gyms are always short of is space. Gym accessory storage racks are space-saving.

If there is no storage available, gym accessories will be lying all over the floor. It is an injury hazard & may cause users to trip & fall.

Gym accessory storage racks provide easy access to the gym equipment, as well. An organized space has a direct effect on the time users spend in commercial gyms.

Protection

There are many heavy gum accessories in commercial gyms like free weights. They need proper storage. Otherwise, there is a chance of them falling & damaging the gym flooring.

Exercise balls & yoga balls tend to roll onto the gym floor. It can cause an avoidable injury.

All of this is avoidable by using sturdy gym accessory storage racks.

Organization

An organized space ensures a proper workout session. It also gives the gym a professional look.

Gym accessory storage racks make it possible for commercial gyms to look clean & inviting to clients.

Gym Accessory Storage Rack Types

Gym accessory storage racks have many types. Some are specific to a single gym accessory. Others can store many more than one type of accessories.

Based on Placement

Based on placement, Gym accessory storage racks are of two types:

• Free-standing gym accessory storage racks
• Wall-mounted gym accessory storage racks

Free-standing Gym Accessory Storage Racks

Free-standing racks stand on the gym floor. They are lightweight & portable. Some versions have wheels to make them easy to move.

These are available in two forms:

• Vertical
• Horizontal

Vertical free-standing racks are preferable over horizontal ones because they use less space on the gym floor.

Free-standing racks are used to store heavy gym accessories.

Figure 2 – A horizontal, 3-tier, free-standing rack

Wall-mounted Gym Accessory Storage Racks

A gym accessory wall rack is bolted to a wall. These are space-saving & compact racks. Once fixed in place, these are not movable.

These require careful installation to avoid any damage to the gym walls. The weight capacity for these racks is a bit less than free-standing ones.

Figure 3 – A gym accessory wall rack

Based on Use

Based on use, there are many types of gym accessory storage racks. All these racks have free-standing & wall-mounted versions available: 

• Dumbbell gym storage racks
• Barbell gym storage racks
• Kettlebell gym storage racks
• Exercise mat storage racks
• Gym ball storage rack
• Cable attachment storage rack
• Weight plate storage racks
• Multipurpose gym accessory storage racks

Dumbbell Gym Storage Racks

All commercial gyms have dumbbells. A dumbbell storage rack is needed to store them safely.

The storage capacity for these racks is 10 – 20 pairs of dumbbells. 4-tier racks have a storage capacity of 20 dumbbell pairs.

Both horizontal & vertical versions are available.

Figure 4 – A 4-tier dumbbell storage rack

Barbell Gym Storage Racks

Barbells racks can store between 6 – 10 barbells approximately. Some storage racks have the option to keep

bumper plates, as well.

It allows easy access to both accessories at once.

Both free-standing & wall mount versions of barbell racks are available.

Figure 5 – A free-standing barbell storage rack

Kettlebell Gym Storage Racks

Kettlebell storage racks are similar to dumbbell storage racks. Some storage racks can store both dumbbells & kettlebells.

These are available in 2 or 3-tier versions.

Figure 6 – A 2-tier kettlebell gym storage rack

Exercise Mat Storage Racks

The storage racks for exercise mats provide two options for storage. These have two metal prongs on each side.

The mats can either be hung from these prongs or rolled & placed over them. One storage rack can approximately store 8 – 10 mats with ease.

Make sure that the distance between the two prongs is the same as the hanging holes on your gym exercise mats.

Both free-standing & wall mount versions are available for these racks.

Figure 7 – Wall mount, exercise mat gym storage rack

Gym Ball Storage Rack

Gym balls are difficult to store without a storage rack. They roll all over & are not stackable, either.

Ball storage racks come with basketball-like hoops. The average storage capacity is 3 – 6 balls. These are either placed on the floor or bolted to the wall. 

Figure 8 – A free-standing exercise ball storage rack

Cable Attachment Storage Rack

A cable machine is a combination of cables & pulleys. 

There are many attachments for it. Users can pick & choose among these attachments based on their needs.

A cable attachment rack looks similar to a barbell rack, but it is only half as wide. These storage racks are usually floor-standing & vertical.

Figure 9 – A free-standing rack for cable attachments

Weight Plate Storage Racks

Based on the use & type of weight plates, there are various forms of storage racks available. These can be floor-standing or wall-mount, depending on preference.

Based on the design, weight plate storage racks are of three types:

• Weight trees
• Frame storage racks
• Triangular storage racks

Figure 10 – A weight plate storage rack

Multipurpose Gym accessory Storage Racks

Multipurpose storage racks can store more than one type of gym accessory. These can hold dumbbells, barbells, yoga mats, all at once.

These storage racks are great if you are short on space & can’t have separate racks for every accessory.

Figure 11 – A multipurpose gym accessory storage rack

Buying Guide for Gym Accessory Storage Racks

Gym storage racks are long-lasting. Most commercial gyms rarely repurchase their storage racks.

Therefore, these are considered an investment.

Below are some points that you should confirm before placing a wholesale order for gym accessory storage racks.

These include:

• Pipes
• Finish
• Base
• Angle
• Storage capacity
• Floor space

Pipes

The steel pipes for the storage rack should be close to 3mm. If the pipes are too thin, they will bend under the weight of the accessories.

It is better to have storage racks with bent pipes rather than welded ones. Some parts do need welding.

Continuous & deep welds are durable compared to interrupted ones.

The screws for assembling the storage rack need to be sturdy & long, as well.

Finish

The importance of a durable finish cannot be denied. It plays an essential role in increasing the lifespan of the storage racks.

There are two steps to the finishing process of gym storage racks:

• Sandblasted
• Powder-coated

Sandblasting is a process where the storage racks are exposed to an abrasive like sand at high pressures. This is done to clean the frame. The longer it is done, the better.

Second step of the finishing process is the powder coat.

A powder-coated finish is preferable to a painted one. It makes the storage racks scratch & sweat-resistant.

Base

There are two things that you should look for on the base of your free-standing storage racks:

• Footpads
• Wheels

Footpads give the rack a firm hold on the gym floor. Thus, preventing it from slipping or toppling while in use.

Some storage racks have wheels instead of footpads. It makes the rack portable & easy to move.

Either of these options is beneficial for commercial gym storage racks.

Angle

Free-standing racks are somewhat inclined. The angle of incline should be variable. It will make the storage rack more accessible to the users.

The incline is directly related to the ease of use of the storage rack.

Storage Capacity

The storage capacity is the amount of weight a storage rack can bear safely. It depends on the construction of the storage rack.

Apart from the construction, the type & size of the storage rack also determines the storage capacity.

A dumbbell rack (for example) has an average storage capacity of 570 pounds.

The storage capacity is distributed evenly between the tiers or shelves of a storage rack.

Floor Space

Wall-mounted storage racks use little to no floor space. The free-standing ones occupy floor space, though.

It is space-saving to get gym storage racks that occupy as small an area of the floor space as possible.

Vertical racks take up less space compared to horizontal ones. Dimensions of storage racks vary depending on the manufacturer. 

Making of Gym Accessory Storage Racks

The process of making a storage rack has many steps. Although you do not need to know all of it, still you should have an idea of the steps involved.

It will help you choose the right storage racks for your commercial gym or business.

Following are the steps for the making of gym accessory storage racks:

• Cutting & bending the pipes
• Molding the horizontal surfaces into shape
• Welding the frame
• Finishing
• Powder coating
• Testing & assembly
• Packaging

Construction of Gym Accessory Storage Racks

Gym accessory storage racks have a high-gauge steel construction. It is directly related to the weight capacity of the storage rack.

Yanre Fitness uses Q235 qualified steel pipes for its storage racks. Q235 steel is low-carbon. Low-carbon steel has a stronger weld & has more elasticity compared to other forms.

We have complete details about the manufacturing of all its gym machines & accessories.

Conclusion

Gym accessory storage racks are essential for all commercial gyms. They are a versatile gym accessory.

The aim of this article is to provide you with all the information about storage racks. So that you can make an informed decision.

Hopefully, it was of some help to you.

Yanre Fitness makes all kinds of gym accessory storage racks. Check our website to have a look.

Choose for yourself.

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