Beaverswood - Rack Armour Upright Racking Protectors

Rack Armour® vs Metal Guards

Not all racking protection is the same. Traditional metal guards have been around for years, but they often pass on impact damage instead of stopping it. Here's how Rack Armour® stacks up.

How They Protect Your Racking

Rack Armour®

• Clips directly onto the racking upright, needing no floor fixings

• Absorbs and deflects impact energy, preventing force from reaching the racking leg

• Reduces structural damage and lowers the risk of rack failure

Traditional Metal Guards

• Bolted to the floor or racking

• Transfer impact energy to the racking and concrete floor

• Can rip out floor bolts on impact or dent racking uprights

Installation & Inspections

Rack Armour®

• Quick, clip-on installation with no drilling or anchors

• Can be unclipped or slid up for rack inspections

• Supports regular inspection and compliance without disruption

Traditional Metal Guards

• Permanently fixed in place

• Difficult or impossible to remove during inspections

• Often blocks clear visibility of the racking upright

Durablity & Ongoing Costs

Rack Armour®

• Designed to withstand repeated impacts

• Rarely needs replacing unless it faces significant strikes

• 15+ year lifespan, cutting long-term maintenance costs

Traditional Metal Guards

• Usually need replacement after a single impact

• Can dent, deform, or pull out floor fixings

• Higher overall costs due to frequent repairs and replacements

Sustainability & End-of-Life

Rack Armour®

• Made from HDPE polymer

• Fully recyclable at the end of its life

• Long lifespan means less waste over time

Traditional Metal Guards

• Often thrown away after damage

• Floor repairs may be needed after removal

• Less flexible and more resource-intensive over time

The Bottom Line

Rack Armour® is built to protect your racking, not transfer damage elsewhere. By absorbing impact energy, removing the need for floor fixings, supporting inspections, and lasting much longer, it provides a safer, more cost-effective choice than traditional metal racking guards.