|
Stop shipping "air" in your containers. |
In the glass and glazing industry, the safety of your cargo is non-negotiable. Whether you are transporting jumbo sheets of float glass or high-value double glazed units (IGUs), a collapsed rack means more than just broken glass—it means production delays and potential OSHA violations. However, sourcing high-quality, fully welded racks internationally often fails on the balance sheet due to exorbitant ocean freight costs.
The Detachable A-Frame Racks (also known as Knock-Down racks) dismantle the trade-off between quality and cost. By utilizing a high-strength bolted assembly design, we transform a bulky geometric structure into a flat-pack profile for transit.
Optimized container loading: From factory floor to shipping dock.
The primary ROI of a detachable system is realized before the rack even touches your warehouse floor. A standard 40ft container might hold only a dozen fully welded A-frames. In contrast, our flat-pack design allows for stacking, tripling or quadrupling the unit count per container.
Once unloaded, the racks can be assembled using standard tools. When not in use, or during return logistics from a job site, they can be disassembled and stacked to reclaim valuable floor space in your facility. This is critical for glazing contractors who need to clear space quickly after a storefront installation.
Maximize storage: 8 disassembled units taking up the footprint of one.
A rack that saves on shipping but damages the product is useless. Handling soft-coat Low-E glass or sensitive laminated quartz requires a surface that grips without abrasion. Our racks feature a composite protection system. The load-bearing surfaces are lined with industrial-grade rubber profiles or timber/rubber composites.
This prevents the dreaded "delamination" in safety glass and protects the coating on energy-efficient units. Furthermore, the base slope is calculated to keep the sheets at a safe angle of repose (typically 3-5 degrees), preventing sheets from tipping forward during forklift movement or crane lifting.
High-density rubber strips protect against edge chipping and coating scratches.
Static storage creates bottlenecks. In a modern glass processing plant, flow is everything. You cannot afford to have your CNC cutting table or tempering furnace waiting because the overhead crane is occupied.
Our Detachable A-Frame Racks can be equipped with heavy-duty casters (Nylon or Polyurethane). This transforms the rack into a mobile WIP (Work-In-Progress) cart. Operators can manually maneuver glass packs between the edging machine and the washing line, independent of heavy machinery. For longer distances, integrated forklift pockets allow for rapid transport by truck.
Industrial castors allow for flexible workflow without relying on overhead cranes.
1. Does the detachable design compromise the load capacity for heavy granite slabs?
Absolutely not. We utilize high-grade Q235 steel and structural engineering principles. The bolted connections are designed to withstand shear forces far exceeding the rated load. Whether you are storing 3,000 lbs of granite or heavy laminated glass packs, the structural integrity matches that of a fully welded unit.
2. Can these racks handle standard 96" x 130" glass sheets?
Yes. Our racks are available in standard dimensions to accommodate common glass sizes, including split sizes and jumbo sheets. We can also customize the dimensions (Length/Height/Ledge width) to fit specific production line requirements or truck bed sizes.
3. What prevents the glass from falling forward during forklift transport?
Safety is paramount. Besides the engineered incline angle, our racks are equipped with securing systems. This includes ratcheting straps (ratchet belts) and steel retention bars (limit rods) that mechanically secure the pack to the A-frame, preventing movement during dynamic braking or cornering.
4. Are the racks suitable for outdoor storage in a stone yard?
Standard powder coating offers excellent indoor protection. However, for stone yards exposed to the elements, we strongly recommend our Hot-Dip Galvanized finish. This metallurgical bond provides decades of rust protection, even when scratched, ensuring your racks don't corrode and stain your valuable stone inventory.
5. How difficult is the assembly process at the job site?
The assembly is designed to be intuitive and fast, typically requiring only two workers and standard wrenches. No onsite welding or specialized equipment is needed. This makes them ideal for shipping directly to construction sites for temporary glass storage during facade installation.
