IPO Corner: Racks & Rollers – Storage Technologies and Automation Limited

Bengaluru-based Racks & Rollers – Storage Technologies and Automation Limited, engaged in a storage racking system, with specialising in design, manufacturing, installation services of metal storage racks, automated warehouses and other storage solutions, has fixed the price band of Rs 73/- to Rs 78/- per Equity Share of face value ₹10/- each for its maiden initial public offer. The Initial Public Offering of the Company will open on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, for subscription and close on Friday, May 03, 2024. Investors can bid for a minimum of 1600 Equity Shares and in multiples of 1600 Equity Shares thereafter.

The issue consists of a fresh issue of up to 3,840,000 equity shares with no offer for sale (OFS) component. The Issue is being made through the Book Building Process, wherein not more than 50% of the Net Issue shall be available for allocation to Qualified Institutional Buyers, not less than 15% of the Net Issue shall be available for allocation to Non-Institutional Investors and not less than 35% of the Net Issue shall be available for allocation to Retail Individual Investors. Of the total net proceeds to be raised through the issue, Rs 27.50 crore will be used to meet working capital requirements and general corporate expenses.

The Company

Racks & Rollers – Storage Technologies and Automation Limited was incorporated in the year 2010 by its promoter Mr. Mohammed Arif and Mr. Khasim Sait with experience of around, 13 years and 13 years in the storage racking system industry. The company’s commitment to delivering innovative and efficient solutions for diverse warehousing needs demonstrates their commitment in its wide range of products and services. These solutions cater to various industries such as oil & gas, automotive components & aerospace, food & beverages, cold storage, pharmaceuticals, textiles, retail, FMCG, and others, each with unique storage and logistical requirements.

The Bengaluru-based company operates with a customer-centric approach, driven by a focus on continuous innovation and operational efficiency. It offers a comprehensive range of display and storage racks designed for commercial and industrial purposes, utilizing high-quality raw materials to ensure durability and optimum strength in the finished products. These raw materials include different grades of mild steel (hot rolled coils, cold rolled coils, galvanized steel coils, PPGI coils, pipes, and structural sections), powder coatings for powder coating, epoxy, enamel paints, and plastic for packaging.

The company has a manufacturing unit that covers approximately 56,250 square feet in Singanayakanahalli, Yelahanka Hobli, Bangalore, along with a 56,250 square feet storage facility, supporting a streamlined manufacturing process. The company manages product design, manufacturing, quality checking, packaging, storing, and delivery processes across specialized segments of its infrastructure, all closely monitored by an experienced team of quality controllers.