Finding pallet rack protection gear for the wider-based rack uprights required by seismic codes in the U.S. and on the West Coast can be a headache. But Handle It has got you covered. Wide-Base Pallet Rack Protection Where You Need It Every warehouse manager knows the importance of protecting pallet rack uprights from careless forklift…

Guard rails play an essential role in improving the safety of any warehouse or manufacturing facility. They provide safe walkways for employees, allow for the development of intelligent traffic patterns, and can easily absorb accidental impacts from forklifts and other vehicles. If you’re in the market for a new or replacement guard rail system for…

Handle It recently provided a custom solution for a very narrow aisle pallet rack application. The customer initially requested our standard end of aisle rack protectors, but as the project developed the standard aisles became very narrow and it became clear they needed a different solution. Problem: The client converted the pallet rack layout to…

When trying to protect your pallet rack uprights there are many variables that determine the type of protection you need. One variable to consider is beam placement on the first level of racking. Most commonly, the bottom bay is open with the first beam installed above the pallets that are placed on the floor. In this scenario, there…

Have you ever struggled with a solution to protect your pallet racking because the footplates are wider than the upright? Most pallet rack uprights are 3’’ x 3’’ columns with a base plate that is set inside the upright. The most standard solution for this is to put a 12’’ high post protector in front…

I know I need to guard my warehouse racking but what are my options? There are many options in the marketplace designed to protect your warehouse racking from getting hit and damaged. Whether you’re installing new racking or just experienced an accident that existing racking was damaged, you know that guarding is the right option,…