Quick answer: Rack protectors stop forklifts from damaging pallet rack uprights. Use rack column protectors (from $23) on individual uprights inside the aisle, and end of rack protectors (from $130) at aisle ends where trucks turn. For full aisle-end runs, single height guardrail gives the strongest protection.
Forklift impacts on uprights are one of the most common causes of pallet rack damage. Rack protectors absorb those hits before they reach the frame. Use a bolt-on rack column protector on 3″ wide uprights along the aisle, and an end of rack protector on rack ends where forklifts turn into aisles.
Both are finished in high-visibility safety yellow and are compatible with most standard pallet racking systems. Pair them with warehouse guardrail to protect the rest of your facility.
At aisle ends where trucks turn and on the front uprights inside the aisle. Protect aisle ends first.
Column protectors guard a single upright. End of rack protectors guard the whole end frame of a rack row.
Not always. For busy aisle ends, single height guardrail gives a stronger, continuous barrier.
