Okapi Logistics
Okapi Logistics
Explore our core engineering capabilities designed for high-capacity warehouse efficiency, smart logistics, and localized operational demands in Coimbra and Central Portugal.
Situated strategically along the vital North-South transport corridor of Portugal (A1 Motorway and Northern Line Railway), Coimbra serves as the primary logistics hub for the Centro Region. Anchored by world-class academic research from the University of Coimbra, the district has rapidly transformed from traditional manufacturing into a sophisticated high-tech hub encompassing biomedical manufacturing, pharmaceutical distribution, automotive component logistics, precision engineering, and specialized agri-food processing.
Modern industrial areas such as iPARQUE (Coimbra Innovation Park), the Pedrulha Industrial Zone, and nearby logistical parks in Cantanhede and Taveiro require dynamic physical storage infrastructures. The region's industrial growth creates high demand for structural steel storage racks capable of maximizing vertical clearance while ensuring full structural compliance with European seismic activity standards (EN 15512 and Eurocode 3).
Coimbra's flourishing life sciences cluster requires clean-room compatible, high-density Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) and stainless steel automated racking systems that seamlessly integrate with Warehouse Management Software (WMS) for absolute batch traceability and climate-controlled storage safety.
With major automotive assembly supply chains feeding into regional assembly plants, Coimbra logistics facilities demand robust Selective Heavy Duty Rackings and Cantilever Racks engineered for dynamic shock loads, dense metal coil storage, and rapid forklift throughput.
Portugal lies within an active seismic zone. As a premier racking factory exporter, all our structural steel components installed in Coimbra undergo rigorous Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to withstand ground accelerations according to Portuguese National Annexes of EN 1998 (Eurocode 8).
Selecting the optimal storage racking system requires balancing floor space footprint, ceiling clear heights, inventory turnover rates (FIFO vs. LIFO), and load structural integrity. Below is an engineering comparison of industrial storage frameworks supplied to enterprise clients across Europe.
| Racking Architecture | Space Utilization Efficiency | Selectivity Rate | Load Capacity (per beam/shelf) | Ideal Application in Coimbra Hubs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selective Pallet Racking | 60% - 70% | 100% Direct Access | Up to 4,500 kg | General logistics, diverse SKU distribution centers, FMCG warehousing. |
| Radio Shuttle Rack System | 85% - 90% | Bulk Selectivity (LIFO/FIFO) | Up to 2,000 kg | Cold storage, beverage bottling units, high-density seasonal inventory. |
| Automated AS/RS Crane System | 95%+ | 100% Automated Access | Up to 3,000 kg | 24/7 automated e-commerce hubs, high-bay pharmaceutical logistics. |
| Vertical Lift Module (VLM) | 90%+ Vertical Space | Automated Tray Pick | Up to 1,000 kg/tray | Biotech clean rooms, small electronic parts, medical equipment components. |
| Electric Telescoping Cantilever | 75% - 85% | Direct Overhead Crane Access | Up to 10,000 kg | Sheet metal, industrial tubing, timber lumber, heavy extrusion profiles. |
Our manufacturing facility utilizes high-tensile structural steel (Q235B, Q355B equivalent to European standards S235JR and S355JR). Upright frames feature continuous cold-roll forming with teardrop or box-section geometry, ensuring high torsional stiffness and resistance to impact from material handling equipment.
Beams are fitted with precision engineered 3-prong or 4-prong heavy duty connectors welded via automated robotic arms, incorporating safety locking pins to eliminate accidental dislodgement during high-speed loading cycles.
As a leading international manufacturer and direct exporter of logistics and storage equipment, Ningbo Okapi Logistics Co., Ltd. combines cutting-edge engineering R&D with precision manufacturing. Serving enterprise clients across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, we specialize in turn-key storage infrastructure built for high scalability, maximum floor space recovery, and rigorous safety compliance.
Our state-of-the-art production facility spans nearly 10,000 square meters, staffed by a highly skilled workforce of 70 dedicated personnel, including 4 Senior Structural Engineers and 4 Lead Quality Assurance Inspectors. Our plant operates multiple continuous cold-roll forming lines, advanced resistance welding units, precision laser shearing, and automated electrostatic powder coating lines.
| Business Type | Manufacturer / OEM Exporter |
| Factory Size | 3,000 - 5,000+ sqm specialized shop floor (10,000 sqm total complex) |
| Certifications | ISO9001 Quality Management Systems, CE Certified Compliance |
| Export Percentage | 81% - 90% Global Distribution Ratio |
| Annual Sales Volume | US$1.0 Million - US$2.5 Million |
| Production Capability | 2 Specialized Automated Production Lines, Stamping, Machine Riveting |
Take an insider look at our precision stamping, automated roll forming, wire cutting, and resistance welding machinery engineered to export-grade standards.
Direct importing of heavy industrial equipment requires reliable supply chain execution, export documentation compliance, and precise technical alignment. Ningbo Okapi Logistics provides turn-key export management designed specifically for Portuguese enterprise clients.
We manage complete shipping procedures (FOB, CFR, CIF terms) routed directly to major regional entry ports: Port of Figueira da Foz (40km from Coimbra) for breakbulk/containerized loads, or Port of Leixões (Porto) for standardized 40ft High Cube containerized shipments.
All structural equipment complies strictly with CE Directives and ISO9001 quality audits. Detailed structural calculation reports (FEA analysis), steel mill inspection certificates (EN 10204 3.1), and step-by-step assembly blueprints are supplied with every order.
Our technical office works directly with your local plant managers or logistics architects in Coimbra to deliver 3D CAD models, seismic load simulations, and floor slab pressure calculations prior to steel fabrication.
As modern logistics transitions toward full automation, static storage systems are evolving into cyber-physical node networks. Ningbo Okapi Logistics is at the forefront of this evolution, integrating intelligent racking structures with advanced automation technologies.
Integration of strain gauges and occupancy sensors within rack beams, feeding real-time weight telemetry and inventory presence directly into enterprise ERP/WMS platforms. This eliminates manual physical inventory audits.
Integrating high-voltage rack battery energy storage modules directly into automated racking frameworks, powering shuttle robots continuously while providing emergency backup power during grid failures.
Combining vertical elevation with AI-driven inventory velocity algorithms, ensuring highest-frequency SKUs are dynamically re-positioned to the optimal ergonomic retrieval height.
Got questions about importing industrial storage racking systems to Portugal? Here are expert answers to technical and logistical queries.
All our racking solutions designed for installation in Coimbra and the Centro region are engineered in structural accordance with European standard EN 15512 (Steel static storage systems) and Eurocode 8 (Design of structures for earthquake resistance). We incorporate specialized baseplates, high-grade anchor bolts, and structural cross-bracing optimized for local soil conditions and seismic zone classifications.
Our standard production lead time is 1 month during off-peak periods and 1 to 3 months during peak manufacturing cycles. Maritime transport from our factory port in Ningbo to the Port of Leixões or Port of Figueira da Foz typically takes 28 to 35 days, making full delivery and site staging achievable within a streamlined 8 to 10 week window.
Yes, absolute OEM/ODM customization is our core strength. Whether you require customized frame heights, specialized beam profile gauges, specific powder coating RAL colors, or dynamic electric telescoping cantilever systems for sheet metal storage, our engineering team custom-builds to your exact operational requirements.
For standard indoor environments, our high-durability electrostatic thermosetting powder coating (60-80 microns thick) provides excellent scratch and corrosion resistance. For damp, non-climate-controlled, or coastal environments near the Atlantic coast, we recommend hot-dip galvanizing (HDG) conforming to ISO 1461, ensuring decades of rust-free performance.
We support standard international trade Incoterms including FOB (Free on Board), CFR (Cost and Freight), and CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight). Payment options include Irrevocable Wire Transfer (T/T) and Letter of Credit (L/C) at sight.
Browse our extensive catalog of specialized racking systems, automated retrieval units, energy storage racks, and heavy-duty steel shelving manufactured for international export.
