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Your tempering furnace is churning out glass, but your loading dock is the bottleneck. Stop relying on wobbly wood crates or fixed racks that eat up your profit in return freight. It is time to upgrade to the industry standard for safe, high-density glass transport. Talk With An Expert |
In the glass fabrication business, the most expensive thing you can transport is air. If you are still using welded, fixed steel A-frames for your glass shipping/logistics, you know the pain: a flatbed truck delivers full racks to the construction site, but on the return trip, those empty racks take up the exact same amount of space. You are paying full freight costs to haul emptiness back to your plant.
This is where the Demountable A-Frame Rack changes the economics of your operation. By utilizing a smart hinge and pin system, our racks collapse to a fraction of their height.
Figure 1: The 5:1 compression ratio allows you to stack empty racks efficiently, slashing reverse logistics costs by 80%.
Instead of five trucks for the return trip, you only need one. A standard 40HQ container can fit 60 sets of these folded racks. Whether you are shipping Architectural glass across the state or exporting Float glass overseas, this density directly improves your bottom line.
Get A Quote For Bulk OrdersWe know that a single scratch on a Low-E glass coating or a chipped edge on a Laminated glass sheet means the entire unit is scrap. It leads to line stoppages, remakes, and angry calls from the glazier on site.
Many competitor racks use cheap glue to attach rubber pads. In the summer heat of a shipping container (often exceeding 120°F), that glue degrades. The rubber peels off, exposing your glass to bare steel. The result? Shelling and edge damage.
Figure 2: Our signature rubber strips feature an internal steel core and are mechanically fixed with self-threading pins—no glue, no peeling.
Our Foldable A-Frame Glass Rack uses a proprietary flat rubber strip reinforced with an internal steel plate. It is mechanically anchored into the Q235 steel tube using self-threading pins. This physical bond ensures that even after years of friction from loading and unloading heavy IGU (Insulated Glass Units), the protection stays in place.
In a busy loading dock, forklift drivers are under pressure. Speed is essential, but safety is non-negotiable. A common cause of accidents in glass warehouses is the "tip-over," caused when a driver lifts a loaded rack without being perfectly centered.
To eliminate this human error, the Zmgrack system features integrated, standardized forklift entrances. These are not just gaps in the base; they are reinforced steel channels that physically guide the forklift tines to the exact center of gravity.
Figure 3: Reinforced forklift channels prevent off-center lifting, ensuring stability for loads up to 3300 lbs (1500kg).
Whether you are moving the rack from the Glass tempering furnace line or loading it onto a flatbed, the rack remains stable. This design also supports safe overhead lifting via cranes, making it compatible with various in-plant glass handling workflows.
Q1: Can this rack handle "Jumbo Size" or oversize glass sheets?
Yes. The Zmgrack features an open-ended design (no side beams). While the base is 2200mm (approx 86 inches) long, it comfortably accommodates split-jumbo or oversized sheets up to 6 meters (20 feet) long by allowing the glass to overhang symmetrically.
Q2: What is the maximum weight capacity per rack?
The system is rated for a static load capacity of 1500kg (approx. 3300 lbs). It is built with heavy-duty Q235 carbon steel to ensure zero structural deflection that could stress the glass.
Q3: We have had issues with racks rusting and staining the glass. How is this prevented?
We recommend our Hot-dip galvanized finish for any racks used in shipping or outdoor storage. This metallurgical bond prevents rust even in maritime salt-spray conditions, ensuring no rust water ever drips onto your glass pack.
Q4: How many empty racks can we fit in a standard shipping container?
Due to the nesting capability when folded, you can fit up to 60 sets in a single 40HQ container. This makes it highly economical for international supply chains.
Q5: Is the assembly complicated for workers on site?
Not at all. A single operator can erect or collapse the rack in under one minute. It requires pulling safety pins and removing the crossbar—no special tools or heavy bolting required.
