Halifax-based company, A-Safe has added a new style double-rail protection Rack End Barrier system to their portfolio of revolutionary, flexible safety barriers to solve the problem of rack end damage caused by fork lift trucks.
This innovative product has been developed using the same flexible and durable plastic extrusion as A-Safe’s other barrier systems.
The beauty of the A-Safe Rack End Barrier is that the round, bollard-style ends protect and deflect any warehouse vehicles, preventing damage to stock, racking systems and the vehicle itself.
These patented impact absorbing, tough and high visible barriers have already proved successful with a number of customers including DHL.
Stephen Fletcher, Facilities Department Team Leader at DHL explained: “We are no stranger to A-Safe having already installed some of their other barrier systems effectively across our warehouses, including a pedestrian barrier system, access gates and column protectors.
“A-Safe’s system had obvious appeal with no sharp edges that you often get with sheet metal, and it is easy to clean, maintain and returns to its previous shape if hit by mechanical handling equipment.
“It is also highly visible and aesthetically pleasing in the warehouse which is crucial when there is a need to demonstrate to our clients our layout and safety systems. Where employees see the A-Safe yellow barriers they instantly understand what it is and why it is there,” he explained.
DHL has installed the new double rail protector Rack End Barriers throughout its 118,000 sq ft warehouse in Banbury, which has over 144 employees on site. The racking storage in the warehouse is a ‘narrow aisle’ 10.8m in height storing medical and health products.
Stephen added: “Losing a set of racking would cause much disruption to our business and be expensive to replace (in both time and space), so protecting all our racking is essential.
“We have worked closely with A-Safe to develop the model to best suit our needs. The cost effectiveness of the system also works well, as any initial outlay is spread out over the long-term with no replacements or repairs required.
“All forms of safety and protection equipment are vital to us and our daily operation. A-Safe’s products help us by being ‘bold’ in colour and ‘bold’ in strength,” concluded Stephen.
The new style Rack Ends are available in four types to suit all budgets and requirements, with a single or a double rail and optional foam absorption.
The A-Safe new style Rack End Barriers are being rolled out across A-Safe’s existing and new clientele.
For more information, visit www.asafe.com to see the video of the A-Safe systems in practice.
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