Handle-It® GR-3-S1 Single High Starter Guard Rail – Heavy-Duty Industrial Safety Barrier 

The Handle-It® GR-3-S1 Single High Starter Guard Rail is the essential first piece of a durable, high-visibility safety barrier system built for forklift-active industrial environments. Constructed from heavy-duty, impact-resistant steel and finished in safety-yellow powder coat, this starter rail provides a strong physical and visual barrier that protects your workforce, equipment, pallet racking, inventory, and building infrastructure from forklift and vehicle impacts.

Ideal for establishing safety perimeters around pedestrian walkways, machinery zones, in-plant offices, pallet rack ends, shipping and receiving areas, dock doors, picking locations, and utility stations, the GR-3-S1 forms a secure base for expanding your Handle-It® guard rail system as your facility grows.

Designed for fast installation and long-term durability, this starter guard rail enhances traffic control, reduces costly collision damage, and creates a cleaner, more organized work environment that aligns with OSHA-oriented safety practices.

♦  Description: 3' Single Starter. The starter includes two posts and one guard rail.
♦  Center to Center of Columns:  36"
♦  Outside to Outside of Base Plate:  46"
♦  Rail Length:  31"
♦  Overall Height:  18.5"
♦  Tested to withstand 10,000 pounds at four mph.
♦  Constructed with high-quality ASTM A1011 steel.
♦ Powder-coated Handle It® yellow for maximum visibility and durability.
♦  Columns are 4.75" × 4.75" steel square tubes mounted on a 10" × 10" base plate.
♦  Designed for faster installation to cut down on labor costs. 
♦  Bolted rail or drop-in rail styles.
♦  Universal 4-way mounting posts eliminate the need for "end" or "line" posts.
♦  All anchors, hardware, and caps included.

Key Features:
♦  Heavy-Duty Steel Rail Construction built to withstand forklift and powered vehicle impacts.
♦  Single High Rail Design is ideal for pedestrian walkway protection and traffic separation.
♦  Starter Unit Configuration allows quick installation and seamless expansion.
♦  High-Visibility Powder-Coated Yellow Finish enhances visibility and reduces collision risk.
♦  Modular System compatible with additional rails, posts, and corners for custom layouts.
♦  Surface-Mount Installation with industrial-grade anchors included for secure placement.
♦  Designed for High-Traffic Areas including loading docks, walkways, machinery zones, and workstations.

Benefits:
♦  Protects workers from forklift traffic by establishing safe, defined pedestrian routes.
♦  Prevents costly equipment damage by shielding machinery, racking, utilities, and structural elements.
♦  Improves facility organization by segmenting work areas, walkways, and vehicle lanes.
♦  Enhances traffic control to reduce collisions, bottlenecks, and unsafe vehicle movement.
♦  Supports OSHA-compliant safety zones with clear visual barriers and defined perimeters.
♦  Adapts easily to facility changes thanks to its modular, reconfigurable design.
♦  Boosts long-term operational efficiency by reducing downtime and accident-related disruptions.

Applications:
♦  Equipment Protection: Prevent impact damage to critical machinery.
♦  Walkway Segmentation: Separate foot traffic from vehicle lanes.
♦  Traffic Management: Direct forklift and vehicle flow safely.
♦  Loading Dock Safety: Prevent dangerous edge drop-offs and collision hazards.
♦  Warehouse Protection: Shield pallet racking and inventory zones.
♦  Perimeter Security: Create secure barriers around sensitive or restricted areas.
♦  Building & Utility Protection: Guard exterior walls, gas lines, electrical panels, and more.
♦  Modular Safety Solutions: Expand or reconfigure layouts as facility needs evolve.

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