Pallet Rack Backing

In addition to protecting facility personnel and reducing inventory shrink, Rack Back panels foster a cleaner, more organized warehouse by stopping debris from accumulating in rear rack gaps. They are available in various standard sizes to match common rack beam lengths and upright heights, ensuring a precise fit that minimizes installation downtime. By meeting strict workplace safety requirements and resisting heavy forklift bumps, Rack Back backing provides long-term peace of mind for safety managers and facility operations.

Pallet Rack Gates

Pallet Rack Enclosures equipped with lockable wire gates transform standard pallet rack bays into high-security storage cages to combat inventory shrinkage and unauthorized access. This modular enclosure system combines heavy wire mesh back panels, end panels, top caps, and front access doors that bolt directly onto existing pallet rack uprights with simple hand tools. Facilities can choose between double-hinged doors—stocked in standard 8′ wide by 8′ or 10′ high dimensions—or space-saving sliding gates that operate smooth track systems without encroaching on tight aisle space.

Equipped with heavy-duty padlock lugs, these steel gates securely lock up high-value electronics, tools, controlled substances, or hazardous materials within bulk racking bays. Beyond crime prevention, fully enclosed rack cages shield your structural uprights and stored products from accidental forklift collisions, reducing costly rack repairs and preventing large-scale warehouse accidents. Whether securing a single bay or creating a full-height, multi-level security bank up to 20 feet high, lockable rack gates offer an adaptable security solution that protects your bottom line.

Aisle Shield |  Aisle Protection

Aisle Shield serves as an economical, lightweight fall-protection barrier designed specifically to catch hand-stacked cartons and lighter boxed inventory before they spill into store aisles or employee walkways. Constructed from durable 8-gauge welded wire reinforced with longitudinal stiffening flutes, Aisle Shield offers a far more rigid and attractive alternative to loose nylon safety netting. Unlike netting—which requires tedious, custom field measurements and complex pulley hardware—Aisle Shield panels match standard pallet rack beam widths and attach instantly using basic eyebolts through teardrop upright holes.

Engineered as the cost-effective “little brother” to heavy-duty Rack Guard, Aisle Shield is ideal for retail big-box stores, distribution centers, and fulfillment hubs managing hand-picked inventory. The system includes optional extension posts that allow wire panels to extend above the top beam level for full-height vertical protection. Easy to install, simple to relocate, and highly budget-friendly, Aisle Shield delivers steel-grid durability without the high price tag of heavy-duty partition systems.

Pallet Rack Guard | RackBack | Rack Backing

Pallet Rack Guard (commonly known as RackBack) provides complete heavy-duty protection for high-bay storage racks, seismic-prone regions, and busy distribution centers. These stackable wire partition panels mount to the rear of selective pallet racking using heavy steel offset brackets, enclosing the bay while leaving stored inventory completely visible to forklift operators and warehouse managers. The system can be fitted with vertical extension supports to guard stored goods above the top beam level, offering complete floor-to-ceiling aisle security.

As regulatory safety audits enforce stricter protection rules along building walkways, RackBack has become an essential, low-cost safety upgrade. In the event of rack vibrations, seismic activity, or a forklift bumping an upright, the rigid steel grid catches shifting loads and prevents catastrophic overhead drops. Compared to nylon netting—which stretches, degrades, and costs nearly as much once specialized tensioning hardware is included—steel Rack Guard is easier to install, simpler to reconfigure, and significantly more durable over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I determine the correct offset bracket size when ordering pallet rack backing?

Offset spacer brackets create a gap between the rack upright and the wire mesh panel to accommodate pallet overhang. To select the correct bracket depth, measure how far your pallets extend past the rear beam—typically 3 inches for standard 48″ deep pallets on 42″ deep rack frames. Selecting a matching 3″ or 4″ offset bracket ensures the wire backing fits flush behind your pallets without snagging or restricting load placement.

What is the primary installation advantage of wire rack backing over traditional nylon safety netting?

Wire rack backing panels install directly using standard mechanical offset clips or eyebolts that mount directly into the existing teardrop holes of your rack uprights. Nylon netting requires extensive, highly precise field measurements and complex installation hardware (such as turnbuckles, cables, and tension pulleys). Steel wire backing goes up much faster, resists physical tears from sharp pallet corners, and can be unbolted and reconfigured in minutes if your bay layout changes.

Can pallet rack backing panels extend above the top beam level of my racking system?

Yes. Both heavy-duty Rack Guard and lighter Aisle Shield systems offer vertical post extensions that bolt to the top of your existing rack uprights. These extension supports allow you to stack wire mesh panels above the top rack beam, ensuring that pallets stored on the uppermost level are fully guarded against tipping or falling into rear aisles.