# Why Choose SABIC Steel Racking for Your Warehouse?
In storage infrastructure projects, the base material determines the system's lifespan and its level of safety. RAFY uses SABIC steel as its primary raw material for several technical, practical and environmental reasons.
## 1. Superior technical specifications
SABIC steel is produced to international ASTM and BS standards. It offers:
- **High tensile strength**: between 250 and 550 MPa
- **High ductility**: it deforms before it fractures, giving early warning
- **Consistent properties**: regular batches that keep quality uniform
## 2. Suited to the Saudi environment
The Saudi climate is hard on metals. SABIC steel is treated to withstand:
- High temperatures (over 50°C in open warehouses)
- Coastal humidity in Jeddah and the Eastern Province
- Dust and seasonal winds
## 3. Supporting the national economy
Choosing SABIC means:
- Supporting Vision 2030 and the Made in Saudi initiative
- A faster, lower-cost local supply chain
- A smaller carbon footprint from international transport
## 4. Long-term performance
RAFY racking made from SABIC steel comes with:
- A 10-year structural warranty
- A safety factor of at least 2.5× the rated load
- A double epoxy coating resistant to rust and humidity
## Compared with imported steel
| Factor | SABIC (local) | Imported |
|--------|---------------|----------|
| Lead time | 2–4 weeks | 8–16 weeks |
| Shipping cost | Local | High, international |
| Source warranty | Documented | Depends on the supplier |
| Economic impact | ✅ Local | ❌ Overseas |
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Why Choose SABIC Steel Racking for Your Warehouse?
The technical reasons that make SABIC steel the best choice for manufacturing industrial racking in the Saudi environment, compared with imported alternatives.