Is your staging area a maze of empty A-frames?
In the glass fabrication and fenestration industry, floor space is production capacity. Every square foot occupied by an empty, static rack is a square foot not earning revenue. Furthermore, shipping empty racks back from the job site is essentially "shipping air"—burning your logistics budget on dead freight. It’s time to switch to a solution that adapts to your workflow, not the other way around.
If you are managing a busy glazing operation or a window manufacturing plant, you know the bottleneck isn't always the CNC cutting table or the tempering furnace—it's the logistics in between. Traditional, welded A-frames are sturdy, but they are space hogs. When they are empty, they take up the exact same footprint as when they are full.
This creates two specific operational failures:
The Collapsible Glass Storage Transport Rack (Agrack) addresses these issues head-on by transforming the physical dynamics of your storage assets.
Figure 1: Two units in the collapsed state, showing extreme space efficiency.
The primary value driver of the Agrack system is its ability to collapse. Unlike static racks, our folding glass shipping racks utilize a heavy-duty slide and pin mechanism. This allows the side posts and backstops to fold flat against the base when not in use.
Consider the logistics of a standard 40-foot High Cube container. With static racks, you are severely limited. However, with the Agrack system, you can stack up to 11 folded units vertically. This means a single container can transport up to 112 empty racks (stacked 7 high in 16 rows) back to your facility.
This capability turns a complex, multi-truck return logistics nightmare into a single, cost-effective shipment. For job site cleanups, this means your team can clear the glazing zone in a fraction of the time.
Space saving isn't just about the return trip; it's about your warehouse utilization. Many facility managers struggle with "dead air" above their floor stock. The Agrack is designed as a Window and Door Transport Stacking system.
Figure 2: Fully loaded racks stacked 2-high, doubling warehouse density.
Engineered with Q235 steel and precise stacking feet, these racks can be stacked up to 3 levels high when fully loaded (depending on the weight of the glass or stone slabs, typically up to 2200-4400 lbs per rack). This effectively triples your storage density without requiring you to lease more square footage or invest in permanent cantilever shelving systems that lock you into a fixed layout.
In the glass industry, a rack is only as good as the protection it offers the payload. A sturdy steel frame is useless if the vibration during transport causes edge shelling or scratches on soft-coat Low-E glass.
The Agrack distinguishes itself with "structural protection" rather than just surface padding. We don't just glue on a thin strip of foam. Our system uses:
Figure 3: Heavy-duty rubber base padding with internal steel reinforcement.
Whether you are a glass fabricator or a large manufacturer managing facility maintenance (MRO), material handling equipment compatibility is non-negotiable. Your team shouldn't have to manually rig straps for every move.
The glass transport pallet base features integrated forklift channels. For facilities with tight aisles or complex staging areas, we offer 4-way entry designs, allowing forklifts to approach the rack from any direction. Furthermore, for sites utilizing overhead cranes (common in stone and heavy glass processing), the racks can be equipped with welded lifting lugs (crane eyes) tested for heavy suspended loads.
Figure 4: Standard forklift integration ensures safe and rapid movement of glass packs.
Switching to foldable racks is not just a storage decision; it is a strategic logistics upgrade. By eliminating dead space, reducing return shipping costs by up to 80%, and protecting your high-value glass assets from breakage, the Agrack system pays for itself in logistics savings alone. Don't let empty metal dictate your shop's efficiency.
1. What is the weight capacity of the Agrack glass storage rack?
The standard Agrack is designed to handle heavy industrial loads, typically ranging from 2,200 lbs (1000 kg) to 4,400 lbs (2000 kg) depending on the specific model and configuration selected (e.g., for stone slabs vs. hollow glass).
2. Can these racks be stacked when they are fully loaded with glass?
Yes, the system is engineered for vertical storage. You can typically stack fully loaded racks up to 3 units high. This allows you to utilize the vertical space in your warehouse, effectively tripling your storage density per square foot.
3. How many folded racks fit into a shipping container?
The folding efficiency is extremely high. In a standard 40ft High Cube container, you can fit approximately 112 folded units. This high density is crucial for reducing freight costs during return logistics or inter-plant transfers.
4. Is the rubber padding replaceable if it gets damaged?
Yes. Unlike competitors who use glued-on foam, our rubber strips are secured with self-tapping screws. This makes maintenance simple; if a strip wears out over years of heavy use, your maintenance team can easily unscrew and replace it without scrapping the rack.
5. Do you offer custom sizes for specific IGU or Stone dimensions?
Absolutely. While we have standard sizes, we understand that glass fabrication often involves unique dimensions. We can customize the base width, post height, and forklift guide spacing to match your specific product lines, whether you are storing oversized jumbo sheets or standard residential window units.
