Pallet Rack Column Protectors – Heavy Duty Steel Column Guards
Pallet Rack Column Protectors – Heavy Duty Steel Column Guards - 12 in. H is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Pallet Rack Column Protectors – Heavy Duty Steel Column Guards - 12 in. H is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Pallet rack column protectors – floor-mounted steel column guards for 3 in uprights
Take the hit so the upright does not. These pallet rack column protectors wrap around the base of an upright and bolt to the floor in front of it, so a forklift or pallet jack strike lands on 3/16 in steel instead of the rack frame. They fit the 3 in wide uprights used by most rack brands and come in 12, 18 and 24 in heights. The four concrete wedge anchors are included.
Also called: pallet rack column guards, pallet rack post protectors, rack post guards, upright protectors, pallet rack leg guards, column guards for racking. If you have been searching under any of those names, this is the product.

3/16 in steel, safety yellow

Wraps the upright base

Four anchor holes in the footplate
How it works
- 3/16 in thick steel, all-welded, with a 6 x 7¾ in footplate
- Four 5/8 in anchor holes; four ½ in concrete wedge anchors ship with each guard
- Fits 3 in wide uprights with standard footplates up to 3¾ in wide; the rack footplate stays in place
- 12, 18 or 24 in tall – pick the height that sits below your first beam level
- Safety-yellow powder coat so drivers see it
Sizes
| Height | Fits upright | Footplate | Anchors included | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 in | 3 in wide, footplate up to 3¾ in | 6 x 7¾ in, four 5/8 in holes | 4 x ½ in wedge anchors | 10.1 lb |
| 18 in | 3 in wide, footplate up to 3¾ in | 6 x 7¾ in, four 5/8 in holes | 4 x ½ in wedge anchors | 13.6 lb |
| 24 in | 3 in wide, footplate up to 3¾ in | 6 x 7¾ in, four 5/8 in holes | 4 x ½ in wedge anchors | 17.1 lb |
Which height
- 12 in for low first-beam levels and lighter traffic
- 18 in for general warehouse traffic, the most common choice
- 24 in for busy aisles, end-of-aisle entries and anywhere drivers turn in
Rack with enlarged seismic footplates? Use the seismic column guard with its 5¾ in opening. Low beam levels in reach-truck aisles? See the 4 in tall V-nose post protectors. For the exposed end of a row, the end of aisle rack protectors cover the whole frame foot. Other column widths and custom heights are available on request.
Installation
- Set the guard around the base of the upright, square to the aisle.
- Mark and drill the four footplate holes for ½ in wedge anchors.
- Set the anchors and torque the nuts; check the guard clears the pallet and the first beam.
Browse the full rack accessories range, including steel guard rail kits for aisle ends and dock doors.
Frequently asked questions
Are anchors included?
Yes. Each column protector ships with four ½ in concrete wedge anchors for the four 5/8 in holes in its footplate.
Will it fit my rack?
The standard guard fits 3 in wide uprights with footplates up to 3¾ in wide, which covers most teardrop and structural rack. Measure the upright and its footplate before ordering. For enlarged seismic footplates, use the seismic column guard; for other column widths, ask us for a custom size.
Do I have to remove the rack footplate?
No. The guard is shaped to fit around the upright and its footplate and anchors to the floor on its own plate.
Which height should I choose?
Choose the tallest guard that still sits below your first beam level. 18 in suits most warehouses; go to 24 in in high-traffic aisles and at the end of rows, and 12 in where the first beam is low.
How many do I need?
One per upright you want to protect. Most facilities start with the uprights facing the main aisles and the ends of rows, then add the rest.
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