# HAOFU Machinery — Reliable Metal Logistics Solutions for Automotive Manufacturing > HAOFU Machinery is a China-based manufacturer (founded 2014) of custom metal logistics racks and material handling equipment for the automotive industry — automotive parts racks, stillage racks, steel pallets, wire mesh containers, stackable racks, storage shelving, heavy-duty pallet racking and custom metal containers. OEM & ODM, factory-direct, with three production bases (Chongqing, Jinhua, Anhui), 10,000 m²+ of manufacturing area and 100+ employees, serving automotive OEMs and Tier-1 supply chains worldwide. ## Core Pages - [Home](https://haofumachinery.com/): Reliable Metal Logistics Solutions for Automotive Manufacturing. - [Products](https://haofumachinery.com/products): full range of automotive metal logistics racks and material handling equipment. - [Customization (OEM & ODM)](https://haofumachinery.com/customization): racks designed to your part drawings, load and factory process. - [About HAOFU](https://haofumachinery.com/about): manufacturer profile, capacity and experience since 2014. - [Applications](https://haofumachinery.com/applications): part, process and handling-interface requirements for priority use cases. - [Engineering](https://haofumachinery.com/engineering): custom design, fabrication and quality-control workflows. - [Case Studies](https://haofumachinery.com/case-studies): confirmed project summaries with evidence boundaries. - [Buyer Resources](https://haofumachinery.com/resources): rack RFQ and inspection checklists. - [Videos](https://haofumachinery.com/videos): product videos of racks in real use. - [FAQ](https://haofumachinery.com/faq): answers on MOQ, lead time, customization and shipping. - [Contact](https://haofumachinery.com/contact): request a quote or custom design. ## Product Lines - [Automotive Parts Racks](https://haofumachinery.com/products/automotive-parts-racks): Automotive Parts Racks are designed for the storage, handling, and transport of vehicle components in factories, warehouses, and assembly plants. Each rack can… - [Material Handling Trolleys](https://haofumachinery.com/products/material-handling-trolleys): Material Handling Trolleys are used to move parts, tools, and materials between warehouses, production lines, workstations, and loading areas. Each trolley can… - [Stackable Metal Racks](https://haofumachinery.com/products/stackable-metal-racks): Stackable Metal Racks are used to store and move parts while making use of warehouse height. Each rack can be customized according to the product size, load… - [Steel Pallets](https://haofumachinery.com/products/steel-pallets): Steel Pallets are used to store, handle, and transport parts, machines, castings, tools, and other industrial materials. Each pallet can be customized… - [Wire Mesh Containers](https://haofumachinery.com/products/wire-mesh-containers): Wire Mesh Containers are used to store, handle, and transport parts, boxes, components, and production materials. Each container can be customized according to… - [Custom Metal Containers](https://haofumachinery.com/products/custom-metal-containers): Custom Metal Containers are designed to store, handle, and transport parts, components, tools, and production materials. Each container can be developed… - [Automotive Parts Storage Shelving](https://haofumachinery.com/products/automotive-parts-storage-shelving): Our Automotive Parts Storage Shelving is a boltless, multi-tier metal shelving system built to store, organize and protect automotive parts such as brake… - [Heavy Duty Pallet Racking](https://haofumachinery.com/products/heavy-duty-pallet-racking): Our Heavy Duty Pallet Racking is a selective warehouse pallet rack system built for high-density storage of palletized automotive parts and heavy goods. Each… - [Electric Compressor Assembly Logistics Trolley](https://haofumachinery.com/products/electric-compressor-assembly-trolley): A custom electric compressor assembly logistics trolley for repeat movement between production, inspection and assembly. Multi-level part trays, protective… - [Automotive Brake Booster Returnable Rack](https://haofumachinery.com/products/brake-booster-returnable-rack): A custom automotive brake booster returnable rack that holds brake booster assemblies in defined, protected positions. The multi-level steel frame integrates… - [Covered Multi-Layer Automotive Parts Rack](https://haofumachinery.com/products/covered-multi-layer-automotive-parts-rack): A covered multi-layer automotive parts rack for returnable transport and protected storage of surface-sensitive or shape-specific components. Individual shelf… - [Covered Fold-Down Tray Parts Rack](https://haofumachinery.com/products/covered-fold-down-tray-parts-rack): A custom covered fold-down tray parts rack with protected multi-level positions, a fabric enclosure and a reusable steel base. It is configured around the… - [Diesel Particulate Filter Returnable Rack](https://haofumachinery.com/products/diesel-particulate-filter-returnable-rack): A custom diesel particulate filter returnable rack with multi-level, separated cradle positions for controlled handling of DPF assemblies. The photographed… - [Gas-Strut Tilting Tray Rack](https://haofumachinery.com/products/gas-strut-tilting-tray-rack): A custom gas-strut tilting tray rack that combines layered part positions with assisted access. Tray angle, dunnage, travel and locking details are engineered… - [Automotive Parts Tilting Shelf Trolley](https://haofumachinery.com/products/automotive-parts-tilting-shelf-trolley): A custom automotive parts tilting shelf trolley with wheeled movement, adjustable access and protected fixture points. It is built for the defined component,… - [Multi-Level Foam Dunnage Trolley](https://haofumachinery.com/products/multi-level-foam-dunnage-trolley): A custom multi-level foam dunnage trolley with separated rows of shaped, non-metal contact points for controlled part presentation. Level count, foam profile… - [Fold-Down Foam Dunnage Rack](https://haofumachinery.com/products/fold-down-foam-dunnage-rack): A custom fold-down foam dunnage rack that provides multiple protected positions and a folding access arrangement. It is designed from component geometry,… - [Covered Returnable Parts Trolley](https://haofumachinery.com/products/covered-returnable-parts-trolley): A custom covered returnable parts trolley with enclosure panels, casters and project-specific internal presentation. It can be specified for part protection,… ## Applications, Engineering & Buyer Resources - [Automotive Engine Racks](https://haofumachinery.com/applications/automotive-engine-racks): A custom automotive engine rack should locate the approved engine at controlled support points while providing the required fork, crane, conveyor or manual access. The buyer should provide the engine drawing or sample,… - [EV Battery Racks](https://haofumachinery.com/applications/ev-battery-racks): An EV battery rack is engineered from the approved component geometry, mass and centre of gravity, permitted contact zones, loading method, equipment interfaces, route and stacking state. Electrical, ESD,… - [Line-Side Material Handling](https://haofumachinery.com/applications/line-side-material-handling): Select a line-side rack or trolley by mapping the part presentation and replenishment process first. Confirm quantity per carrier, sequence/FIFO need, operator access, footprint, caster or feet arrangement,… - [Custom Rack Design Process](https://haofumachinery.com/engineering/custom-rack-design): A custom steel rack design process should define the part, contact points, quantity per carrier, handling equipment, loaded and empty-return states, environment and validation criteria before production. The normal… - [Steel Rack Welding & Fabrication](https://haofumachinery.com/engineering/welding-fabrication): A controlled steel rack fabrication flow typically covers incoming material identification, cutting and preparation, fixture-based fit-up, welding, dimensional checks, surface preparation, finishing and final… - [Steel Rack Quality Control](https://haofumachinery.com/engineering/quality-control): A useful steel rack quality plan identifies the released drawing and sample, critical dimensions and interfaces, moving or removable functions, finish and labels, quantity/sampling basis, records and nonconformance… - [Rack RFQ Template](https://haofumachinery.com/resources/rack-rfq-template): A useful rack RFQ includes the part drawing or sample, mass and centre of gravity, quantity per rack, contact restrictions, loading sequence, handling equipment, loaded and empty-return states, environment and finish,… - [Steel Rack Inspection Checklist](https://haofumachinery.com/resources/steel-rack-inspection-checklist): Before shipment, verify the purchase order and drawing revision, quantity and identification, agreed dimensions and interfaces, specified moving or removable functions, weld/finish criteria, labels and packaging,… - [Custom Steel Pallets + Stillage Racks](https://haofumachinery.com/case-studies/automotive-steel-pallets-stillage-racks-mexico): Automotive Parts Manufacturer, Mexico; Warehouse space and material handling efficiency needed improvement. - [Custom Logistics Trolleys](https://haofumachinery.com/case-studies/ev-battery-logistics-trolleys-thailand): EV Battery Supplier, Thailand; Manual handling was slowing the production line material flow. - [Wire Mesh Containers](https://haofumachinery.com/case-studies/automotive-wire-mesh-containers-brazil): Automotive OEM, Brazil; Returnable packaging management and transport damage needed optimization. - [Material Storage Boxes + Workstations](https://haofumachinery.com/case-studies/tier-one-storage-boxes-workstations-poland): Tier 1 Auto Parts Supplier, Poland; Production organization and component picking time needed improvement. - [Custom Stillage Racks](https://haofumachinery.com/case-studies/automotive-stillage-racks-vietnam): Automotive Components Manufacturer, Vietnam; Needed higher storage density while safely transporting precision components. ## Guides & Articles - [RFID-Ready Returnable Racks: What to Specify Before You Buy](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/rfid-ready-returnable-racks-specification) - [Rack Loss and Shrinkage: Why Returnable Fleets Disappear](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/returnable-rack-loss-shrinkage-control) - [Digital Product Passports and Steel Racks: A Buyer's Readiness Checklist](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/digital-product-passport-steel-racks-readiness) - [AS/RS-Ready Steel Pallets: Tolerances, Interfaces and Validation](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/asrs-ready-steel-pallets-tolerances) - [VDA KLT Containers: What a Custom Steel Outer Container Must Accommodate](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/vda-klt-custom-steel-outer-container) - [Metal Turnover Boxes for Rubber, Molded and Small Parts](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/metal-turnover-boxes-rubber-molded-small-parts) - [Custom Metal Container Design: Dividers, Lids and Nesting](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/custom-metal-container-design-dividers-lids-nesting) - [Metal Containers or Plastic Bins? Choosing for Industrial Parts](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/metal-container-vs-plastic-bin) - [Who Owns the Racks? Ownership, Deposits and Contracts](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/returnable-rack-ownership-deposits-contracts) - [What Is a Metal Turnover Box? Types, Sizes and Uses](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/what-is-a-metal-turnover-box) - [The Rack Specification Sheet: 20 Data Points Your Manufacturer Needs](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/rack-specification-sheet-rfq-checklist) - [Pre-Shipment Inspection for Steel Racks: What to Check Before It Sails](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/pre-shipment-inspection-steel-racks) - [PPWR 2030 & 2040: What Transport-Package Reuse Targets Mean for Your Rack Fleet](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/ppwr-transport-packaging-reuse-targets) - [Is Your Steel Rack in CBAM Scope? CN 7308/7326 and the 50-Tonne Threshold](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/cbam-steel-racks-scope-cn-7308-7326) - [Section 232 at 50%: A Landed-Cost Guide for Buyers Importing Steel Racks and Pallets](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/section-232-tariff-steel-racks-landed-cost) - [Incoterms for Rack Buyers: EXW, FOB, CIF and DDP Compared](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/incoterms-rack-buyers-exw-fob-cif-ddp) - [Rack Pool Sizing: How Many Racks Does a Closed Loop Really Need?](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/returnable-rack-pool-sizing) - [How Many Racks Fit in a 40ft High-Cube? Container Load Planning](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/racks-per-40ft-container) - [Stackable Racks or Pallet Racking? When Stacking Beats a Racking System](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/stackable-racks-vs-pallet-racking) - [Cost Per Trip: A Five-Year Ownership Model for Returnable Racks](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/returnable-rack-cost-per-trip-ownership-model) - [Stack Height, Load Transfer and Interlock Design in Stacking Racks](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/stack-height-load-transfer-interlock-stacking-racks) - [Stackable Rack Buying Guide: Matching Configuration to Your Parts](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/stackable-rack-buying-guide-configuration) - [Stackable Metal Racks with Sheet Platform Decks: Specification and Load](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/stackable-metal-racks-sheet-platform-decks) - [Removable Post and Height Extension Stacking Racks Explained](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/removable-post-height-extension-stacking-racks) - [OEM Stillage Rack Manufacturer — What to Look For](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/oem-stillage-rack-manufacturer-what-to-look-for) - [Stillage Racks for Returnable Packaging — Complete Guide](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/stillage-racks-for-returnable-packaging-complete-guide) - [Types of Automotive Material Racks Explained](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/types-of-automotive-material-racks-explained) - [Rack Identification & Labelling in Automotive Assembly](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/rack-identification-labelling-automotive-assembly) - [Custom Automotive Parts Rack Manufacturer — Factory-Direct Buyer's Guide](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/custom-automotive-parts-rack-manufacturer-buyers-guide) - [Steel Pallets & Racks for Gearbox Turnaround & Transport](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/steel-pallets-racks-for-gearbox-turnaround-transport) - [Metal Pallet Racks for Automobile Engine Handling & Storage](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/metal-pallet-racks-for-automobile-engine-handling-storage) - [What Is an Automotive Parts Rack? Types, Uses & How to Choose](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/what-is-an-automotive-parts-rack-types-uses-how-to-choose) - [Tugger Trains & Mother-Daughter Carts for Lean Logistics](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/tugger-trains-mother-daughter-carts-lean-logistics) - [Ergonomic Manual Handling Carts: Reducing Injury & Fatigue](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/ergonomic-manual-handling-carts) - [AGV/AMR-Compatible Carts & Dollies: Designing for Automation](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/agv-amr-compatible-carts-dollies) - [Flow Racks & FIFO Trolleys for Line-Side Supply](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/flow-racks-fifo-trolleys-line-side-supply) - [Selective vs Drive-In vs Push-Back vs Pallet-Flow Racking](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/selective-vs-drive-in-vs-push-back-vs-pallet-flow-racking) - [Cantilever Racking for Long & Awkward Loads](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/cantilever-racking-for-long-loads) - [Mezzanine & Multi-Tier Shelving: Doubling Usable Floor Space](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/mezzanine-multi-tier-shelving-floor-space) - [Pallet Racking Safety, Inspection & Load-Notice Basics](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/pallet-racking-safety-inspection-load-notices) - [Stillage Rack Load Ratings & Stacking Safety Standards](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/stillage-rack-load-ratings-stacking-safety) - [Foldable / Collapsible Stillage Design to Cut Return Freight](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/foldable-collapsible-stillage-design) - [Post Pallets vs Stillage Cages vs Box Pallets: Definitions & Uses](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/post-pallets-vs-stillage-cages-vs-box-pallets) - [Stillage Racks for Sheet Metal & Stamping Parts](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/stillage-racks-for-sheet-metal-stamping-parts) - [Foldable Wire Mesh Container Spec Guide: Sizes, Load Ratings & Mesh](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/foldable-wire-mesh-container-spec-guide) - [Galvanized Mesh Containers for Outdoor & Wash-Down Use](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/galvanized-mesh-containers-outdoor-wash-down) - [Wire Mesh Containers for E-commerce Returns & Recycling](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/wire-mesh-containers-ecommerce-returns-recycling) - [Mesh Container vs Solid Steel Container: Which to Choose](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/mesh-container-vs-solid-steel-container) - [Steel Pallet Load Capacity: Static, Dynamic & Racking Loads Explained](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/steel-pallet-load-capacity-static-dynamic-racking) - [Steel Pallet vs Plastic Pallet: Cost, Hygiene, Lifespan & Automation Fit](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/steel-pallet-vs-plastic-pallet) - [Steel Pallets for Cold Storage & Food-Grade Environments](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/steel-pallets-for-cold-storage-food-grade) - [Steel Pallet Sizes & Standards: Euro, US/GMA & Custom Dimensions](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/steel-pallet-sizes-standards-euro-us-gma) - [The Complete Automotive Parts Rack Design Guide (Engineering Principles, Load & Protection)](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/automotive-parts-rack-design-guide) - [Returnable Racks for EV Battery Packs & Modules: Safety, Sizing & Handling](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/returnable-racks-for-ev-battery-packs) - [Line-Side & Sequencing Racks: JIT/JIS Delivery for Auto Assembly](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/line-side-sequencing-racks-jit-jis) - [Protecting Painted, Plated & Plastic Parts: EVA, Foam & Divider Systems](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/protecting-painted-plastic-parts-eva-foam-dividers) - [How Much Does a Custom Automotive Parts Rack Cost? (2026 Pricing Guide)](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/how-much-does-a-custom-automotive-parts-rack-cost-2026-pricing-guide) - [Sourcing Returnable Packaging Racks from China: MOQ, Lead Time & How to Vet a Manufacturer](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/sourcing-returnable-packaging-racks-from-china-moq-lead-time-vetting) - [Stillage vs Pallet vs Wire Container: Which Should You Choose?](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/stillage-vs-pallet-vs-wire-container-which-to-choose) - [OEM vs ODM Metal Rack Manufacturing: A Sourcing Guide](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/oem-vs-odm-metal-rack-manufacturing-sourcing-guide) - [Boltless Storage Shelving for Auto Parts Warehouses](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/boltless-storage-shelving-for-auto-parts-warehouses) - [Returnable Packaging Racks for Automotive Parts: Cut Cost and Waste](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/returnable-packaging-racks-for-automotive-parts) - [Material Handling Trolleys and Tugger Carts: Choosing the Right One](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/material-handling-trolleys-and-tugger-carts-guide) - [Stackable Metal Racks: How to Maximize Vertical Warehouse Space](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/stackable-metal-racks-maximize-warehouse-space) - [Heavy Duty Pallet Racking Explained: Selective Racks and Warehouse Layout](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/heavy-duty-pallet-racking-explained-selective-racks) - [Collapsible Wire Mesh Containers: Save Space and Cut Return Freight](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/collapsible-wire-mesh-containers-save-space-cut-freight) - [Steel Pallets vs Wooden Pallets: A Buyer's Guide for Factories](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/steel-pallets-vs-wooden-pallets-buyers-guide) - [What Is a Stillage Rack? Types, Uses and How to Choose](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/what-is-a-stillage-rack-types-uses-and-how-to-choose) - [Key Factors to Consider When Designing Custom Metal Racks](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/key-factors-to-consider-when-designing-custom-metal-racks) - [A Complete Guide to Metal Racks for Automotive Parts Storage](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/a-complete-guide-to-metal-racks-for-automotive-parts-storage) - [How to Choose the Right Automotive Parts Rack for Your Factory](https://haofumachinery.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-automotive-parts-rack-for-your-factory) ## Contact - Website: https://haofumachinery.com - Email: ljx1359668054@gmail.com - Phone / WhatsApp: +86 199 4693 5049 - Location: Chongqing, China - Get a quote / customization: https://haofumachinery.com/contact · https://haofumachinery.com/customization