Abstract: A modular assembly-type stand with earthquake-proof retention means, particularly for storage batteries and the like, comprising a supporting framework (1) provided with supporting side plates (2) joined by stringers (3,5) which form a region for supporting storage batteries and the like, and a retention frame (10) which is supported by the supporting framework (1) and can be secured against a median portion of the vertical extension of the storage batteries supported by the stringers. (FIG.