The design of safe and efficient spaces for its customers has always been a priority for ROSSS.

As highlighted in the “Technical Guide for the Selection, Use, and Maintenance” of pallet racks, developed thanks to the collaboration between INAIL and ANIMA Confindustria, in order to reduce risks, “technical-organisational measures and collective protection devices must be prioritised.”

What Are Protections for Metal Shelving?

Protections for metal shelving are devices designed to safeguard the structural integrity of storage systems and ensure the safety of operators and stored goods. These components, developed in compliance with current regulations, provide a physical barrier against accidental damage caused by handling equipment, operational errors, or other potential risks to people or property.

In logistics and industrial environments characterised by high operational intensity, the risk of collisions or falling objects from shelves is very high. Integrating appropriate protections prevents accidents, avoids costly operational downtime, preserves goods, and thus improves system efficiency, economic sustainability, and operator safety.

Kinds of Protections

Protections for metal shelving can be divided into two main categories: passive protections and protections against falling objects. Both are designed to meet specific safety needs and mitigate various types of risks present in warehouses.

1. Passive Protections

These devices are designed to absorb impacts from forklifts, pallet jacks, or other handling equipment. Passive protections help maintain the structural integrity of shelving, ensuring greater durability, consistent performance over time, and reducing the risk of impacts that could cause structural deformation or partial or total collapse.

  • End frame protector: shields the front ends of shelving from direct impacts, preventing deformations and structural damage.
  • Upright protector: protects the uprights of the shelves from lateral impacts.
  • Frame protection net: prevents damage to the rear section of shelving, enhancing safety even in cases of accidental impacts.

2. Protections Against Falling Objects

These systems are designed to prevent loads from accidentally falling from upper levels, safeguarding both goods and operators below.

  • Pallet crossbar: ideal for stabilising uneven pallets and preventing slips or accidental falls.
  • Crossbar for non-palletised goods: designed for goods not stored on pallets, offering greater flexibility and safety.
  • Tubular stop: prevents lateral falls of loads, improving overall system stability.
  • Fall protection net: an effective barrier against the rearward fall of loads.
  • Wire mesh shelves: provide versatile and secure support for goods while also enhancing fire safety.
  • Gridded shelves: with their high load capacity, these are ideal for supporting heavy or bulky goods.
  • Shelves: designed for quick movement of goods, they are particularly useful for facilitating loading and unloading operations.

Conclusions

In an industry where safety is always a top priority, integrating these components represents a proactive approach to risk mitigation. Every project is a unique challenge, where combining the safest solutions can make a significant difference in the durability and efficiency of the storage system.

 

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