A Family Business Built on Trust, Safety & Practical Solutions
At SSO Handling & Storage, we don’t just sell racking and storage solutions—we help businesses solve real-world problems.
From humble beginnings in 1984, we’ve grown into a trusted family-owned and operated business that proudly supports Aussie warehouses, workshops, and companies with smart, safe, and tailored solutions.
For us, it’s never just about the sale—it’s about finding the best solution for each client’s problem, ensuring they get systems or equipment that works for them, keeps their team safe, and stands the test of time.
We’ve built our reputation on honesty, commitment, and relationships—not transactions. When you work with SSO, you’re not dealing with pushy salespeople or corporate giants. You’re working with a team that genuinely cares about getting things right. (Never mind that we can’t remember how to do refunds)
From Southern Shop & Office to SSO Handling & Storage
In 1986, SSO Handling & Storage was born from a simple but powerful idea—to provide more than just products, to deliver solutions that truly help businesses thrive.
It wasn’t about making quick sales or chasing profits. It was about understanding the unique challenges of every customer, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant storage solutions for workshops, warehouses, and commercial spaces.
What started as a small family-run business has grown into a trusted name across ACT and Southern NSW, but we’ve never lost sight of what’s important:
✔️ People First – Our relationships with customers and partners matter more than sales.
✔️ Solutions, Not Just Sales – We take the time to get it right, offering expert advice, not just pushing products.
✔️ Commitment to Safety – Compliance and safety aren’t optional for us, they’re the foundation of everything we do.
How We Got Here – A Journey of Growth & Innovation
📌 1986 – Founded as Southern Shop & Office by Syd in Queanbeyan, focusing on shopfitting and handling solutions in NSW & ACT and the Original Distributor for Dexion products.
📌 2005 – Purchased by Jenni and Managed by Bryson, Expanding further into industrial solutions and fabrication.
📌 2009-2013 – Bryson and Dave purchased part of the business from Jenni, becoming partners; over time, Bryson purchased the business from Dave and Jenni as they moved on to different ventures.
📌 2010 – Changed name to SSO Handling & Storage, Relocated to new premises in Queanbeyan, growing our services in design, installation, and compliance with a large retail showroom. Sean Returned as manager and designer
📌 2010 – 2019 – increased solutions and capabilities such as safety barriers, car parking fit-outs, Van storage solutions and an increased range of products.
📌 2021–2024 – Expanded install teams, improved compliance audits, and introduced digital safety solutions (RAMS & PRMS).
📌 Today – Recognized industry leader, trusted by warehouses, government facilities, and major industries.
What Makes Us Different?
✔ A Consultative Approach – We don’t just sell products. We work with you to understand your needs and design the right solution.
✔ Industry-Leading Safety & Compliance – We are experts in AS4084:2023 compliance, ensuring your warehouse meets the highest safety standards.
✔ Technology-Driven Efficiency – Our partnership with RAMS & PRMS ensures the most advanced compliance tracking available worldwide.
✔ Local, Family-Owned Business – No corporate red tape. Just a team of experts who care about your success.
✔ Custom Fabrication – When standard solutions don’t fit, we build the racks, trolleys, and safety barriers you need.
More Than a Business – A Commitment to Community
We believe in giving back, not just growing our business.
🏆 Supporting Local Charities – We proudly support Special Children’s Christmas Party, Circus Quirkus, Naasstock IEM, and St Vincent De Paul Society.
🎓 Industry Education & Training – We’re working towards nationwide training programs for racking safety & compliance. We’ve run training sessions for other racking companies and inspectors, provided compliance advice to manufacturers and more.
🔧 Free Advice & Audits – We offer free guidance to ensure customers are informed, even if they don’t buy from us.
👷♂️ Workplace Culture That Puts People First – Weekly team meetings, Thursday safety sessions, and knock-off drinks help us build a strong, committed, and knowledgeable team.
What We Believe In
At SSO, we operate with three simple values:
✔️ Relationships First – We’re in this for the long haul. Many of our customers have been with us for decades, and we believe in supporting businesses, not just making sales.
✔️ Doing It Right – We won’t cut corners, push unnecessary products, or offer the cheapest option just to win a deal. We focus on quality, compliance, and long-term results.
✔️ Keeping Workplaces Safe – A warehouse or workshop is only as good as its safety standards. That’s why compliance, inspections, and high-quality materials are at the core of everything we do.
More Than Just Racking: What We Do
We know that no two solutions are the same, so we take the time to understand your needs and tailor solutions that work for you.
📌 Warehouse Design & Layout – Optimizing to make the most of your space.
📌 Racking & Shelving Solutions – From selective pallet racking to longspan shelving, we ensure your storage is safe, compliant, and efficient.
📌 Custom Fabrication – We build tailored trolleys, cages, and other solutions for businesses with unique needs.
📌 Safety & Compliance Inspections – Regular racking audits to keep your warehouse compliant with AS4084:2023 safety standards using Industry 4.0 Solutions.
📌 Installation, Relocations & Labour – Helping businesses set up, move or improve without minimal stress or downtime.
📌 Technology-Driven Compliance with RAMS – We use the world’s most advanced racking compliance system, keeping your systems safe, trackable, and audit-ready.
A Team That’s Here to Help
We’re not a big corporation, and we like it that way.
When you call SSO, you’re talking to a real person—someone who knows the industry, understands the challenges, and is invested in finding you the best solution.
Our team is made up of experts who’ve been working in the industry for decades, and whether it’s a warehouse manager needing a complete overhaul or a home garage needing a single shelving unit, we treat every project with the same level of care and commitment.
“We believe in doing things right the first time. That means working closely with our customers, providing honest advice, and making sure every job we do is built to last.”
