Product Description

Industrial Rack Guards and Machinery Protection Safety Barriers

High profile machinery guards provide a robust physical barrier to protect pallet racking, production equipment, building structures, inventory, and personnel from impacts caused by forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and other material handling equipment. Designed for demanding warehouse, manufacturing, and distribution environments, these heavy-duty safety barriers help reduce repair costs, minimize downtime, and improve workplace safety. Their elevated design offers greater protection than low-profile guards by shielding both equipment and pedestrian areas from accidental contact.

Key Features & Benefits

Constructed from heavy-duty welded steel tubing, these machinery guards are engineered for long-lasting performance in high-traffic industrial settings. Models are available in multiple widths, depths, and guard diameters to accommodate a variety of protection requirements. All 42-inch-high units include a mid-rail to support OSHA-compliant guarding applications. High-visibility yellow powder-coated finishes improve awareness around hazardous areas, while polished 304 stainless steel models provide corrosion resistance and a clean appearance for sanitary or washdown-sensitive environments.

Applications & Configurations

Ideal for safeguarding pallet rack uprights, machinery, conveyors, electrical equipment, work cells, robotic systems, and pedestrian walkways, these guards are offered in straight and square configurations to create customized protective zones. Multiple size options allow facilities to protect individual assets or larger operational areas while maintaining accessibility and workflow efficiency.

Installation & Facility Protection

Dual base plates with pre-drilled mounting holes enable fast, secure anchoring to concrete surfaces. Optional anchor hardware and removable mounting components provide additional flexibility for evolving facility layouts. These high profile safety barriers deliver dependable impact protection that helps preserve equipment, improve productivity, and create a safer workplace.

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Specifications

Model Description Guard Diameter (in.) Guard Width (in.) Usable Width (in.) Usable Length (in.) Guard Length (in.) Net Wt. (lb.)
HPRO-36-24-2 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 36 In. x 24 In. x 2 In. Yellow 1-11/16 36 12
HPRO-36-24-4 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 36 In. x 24 In. x 4 In. Yellow 4-1/2 36-5/8 48
HPRO-36-36-2 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 36 In. x 36 In. x 2 In. Yellow 1-11/16 36 18
HPRO-36-36-4 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 36 In. x 36 In. x 4 In. Yellow 4-1/2 36-5/8 100
HPRO-36-42-2 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 36 In. x 42 In. x 2 In. Yellow 1-11/16 36 71
HPRO-36-42-4 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 36 In. x 42 In. x 4 In. Yellow 4-1/2 36-5/8 69
HPRO-48-24-2 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 48 In. x 24 In. x 2 In. Yellow 1-11/16 48 19
HPRO-48-24-4 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 48 In. x 24 In. x 4 In. Yellow 4-1/2 48-5/8 51
HPRO-48-36-2 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 48 In. x 36 In. x 2 In. Yellow 1-11/16 48 21
HPRO-48-36-4 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 48 In. x 36 In. x 4 In. Yellow 4-1/2 48-5/8 122
HPRO-48-42-2 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 48 In. x 42 In. x 2 In. Yellow 1-11/16 48 26
HPRO-48-42-4 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 48 In. x 42 In. x 4 In. Yellow 4-1/2 48-5/8 120
HPRO-60-42-4 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 60 In. x 42 In. x 4 In. Yellow 4-1/2 60-5/8 126
HPRO-72-42-4 Steel High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 72 In. x 42 In. x 4 In. Yellow 4-1/2 72-5/8 129
HPRO-SQ-36-24-5 Steel Square High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 36 In. x 24 In. x 5 In. Yellow 5 36 84
HPRO-SQ-36-36-5 Steel Square High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 36 In. x 36 In. x 5 In. Yellow 5 36 108
HPRO-SQ-36-42-5 Steel Square High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 36 In. x 42 In. x 5 In. Yellow 5 36 120
HPRO-SQ-48-24-5 Steel Square High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 48 In. x 24 In. x 5 In. Yellow 5 48 96
HPRO-SQ-48-36-5 Steel Square High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 48 In. x 36 In. x 5 In. Yellow 5 48 120
HPRO-SQ-48-42-5 Steel Square High Profile Machinery and Rack Guard 48 In. x 42 In. x 5 In. Yellow 5 48 132
HPRO-SS-36-42-4 Stainless Steel High Profile Rack Guard 36 In. x 42 In. x 4 In. Silver 4-1/2 36-5/8 100
HPRO-SS-48-42-4 Stainless Steel High Profile Rack Guard 48 In. x 42 In. x 4 In. Silver 4-1/2 48-3/8 107

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Questions & Answers

Q: How thick are the "walls' on the HPRO-48-36-4?
A: The HPRO is made from ASTM-A-36 metal and has a wall thickness of 0.120". (We use 4" schedule-10 pipe to build these.) This is the same for all of our 4-1/2" diameter HPROs.

Q: What is the impact rating for the HPRO-48-36-4?
A: It is 4,000 lbs. force @ 4 MPH. This is the same for all of our 4-1/2" diameter HPROs.

Q: What is the thickness of the wall on the HPRO-36-24-2?
A: The walls are made from ASTM-A-36 metal and has a wall thickness of 0.109". This is the same for all of our 2" HPROs.

Q: Is there an option for a removeable base with this guard?
A: Yes. You can purchase the HPRO-RF-BASE for the HPRO-60-42-4.

Documentation

Owner's Manuals (1)
Approval Drawings (23)
Survey Sheets (1)
Testing Certificates (23)
Label Page PDFs (1)

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