Racking Protection Barriers

Racking protection barrier is installed on the outside of the shelf, mainly used to prevent the shelf from being hit by forklifts and other handling equipment. It is the shelf industry more commonly used anti-collision accessories.

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Brief Introduction to Racking Protection Barriers

Racking protection barriers are essential safety accessories designed to protect pallet racking systems from accidental impacts caused by forklifts and other material-handling equipment. The barrier columns are securely fixed to the floor using expansion bolts or pre-embedded anchors, ensuring long-term stability and durability.

These barriers are commonly installed along logistics aisles and on both sides of warehouse racking systems. By absorbing collision forces, they help prevent structural damage to racks, significantly extending their service life.

In addition to racking protection, these guardrails are widely used in factories, workshops, and warehouses as a general safety solution, making them an indispensable component of modern industrial safety systems.

Types & Structure

Racking protection barriers are available in several standard styles, including:

U-Type
M-Type
Multi-leg (3 legs or more)

They are typically manufactured from high-strength steel round tubes, with a surface finished using automatic electrostatic powder coating for corrosion resistance and long-lasting visibility.

Custom sizes are available based on your racking dimensions.
Common specifications include:

Length: 1.0 m – 3.6 m
Height: 300 mm – 600 mm

Why Racking Protection Barriers Are Important

Our standard post protectors and column barriers are specifically designed to safeguard the front columns of pallet racking systems—areas that are most vulnerable to forklift impact.

By reinforcing these critical points, our rack protection solutions significantly reduce:

Structural rack damage
Safety risks to operators
Costly downtime and repairs

Warehouse managers with real-world experience know that investing in rack protection pays for itself. Replacing a damaged upright can cost over $1,000, including labor, overtime, rack unloading, disassembly, and reinstallation.

Key Advantages

Protects rack uprights from forklift collisions
Reduces maintenance and replacement costs
Enhances warehouse safety
Extends the lifespan of racking systems
Suitable for industrial and logistics environments

Post protectors are especially effective at end-of-row positions, where forklift traffic is most frequent. Each protector features an enlarged footplate with four pre-drilled holes for secure concrete anchoring.

Features of Racking Protection Barriers

Standard heights: 4″, 12″, 18″, 24″
Made from 3/16″ thick steel
Traditional bolt-to-floor installation
Safety yellow powder-coated finish for high visibility
Designed for 3-1/2″ wide footplates
Special designs available for:
- Enlarged seismic footplates
- Beam levels close to the floor
- Notched post protectors for low-clearance racks

Important Note:

Please inform us if your rack beams are installed close to the floor or if your uprights have enlarged footplates, as these factors may affect compatibility.

Trusted Protection for Your Warehouse

With proven performance in real warehouse environments, our racking protection barriers provide a reliable, professional-grade solution for protecting both equipment and personnel. Designed according to industrial safety standards and built from durable materials, they are a trusted choice for logistics centers, manufacturing plants, and distribution warehouses worldwide.