Column Guards and Row Spacers in the UAE
Protect uprights and keep back-to-back racking aligned and stable – supplied and installed across Abu Dhabi and the UAE.
COLUMN GUARDS AND ROW SPACERS
Small components that protect your racking
Racking damage rarely starts as a big failure. It begins with a knock from a forklift, a bent upright or a row that has drifted out of line.
Arabian Rack supplies and installs column guards and row spacers for warehouses and distribution centres across Abu Dhabi and the UAE. Column guards shield the bottom of uprights from impact. Row spacers hold back-to-back racking at the right distance and help keep the structure stable.
They are simple, low-cost parts that protect a much larger investment in pallet racking.
Why They Matter
Protection and alignment for long-term racking safety.
Upright Protection
Guards absorb impacts that would otherwise bend or damage the frame.
Visible Warning
Bright guards help drivers see the base of each upright.
Stable Back-to-Back Rows
Row spacers connect rows and hold the correct gap between them.
Lower Repair Costs
Replacing a guard is far cheaper than repairing or replacing an upright.
Cleaner Alignment
Spacers keep long runs of racking straight and consistent.
Quick to Fit
Both can be added to new or existing racking with little disruption.
HOW THEY WORK
Column guards and row spacers explained
Both items are small, but they solve two of the most common racking problems in busy warehouses.
Column guards
A column guard fits around the base of an upright, where most forklift impacts occur. It absorbs the knock and spreads the force, and it makes the upright easier to see. After a hit, the guard can be replaced rather than the whole upright.
Row spacers
Row spacers link the two rows in a back-to-back run and keep a consistent gap between them. This improves alignment and can help keep pallets from being pushed through the rear of the rack.
When to fit them
- New racking installations
- Existing racking with visible impact damage
- Busy aisles with frequent forklift traffic
- Back-to-back runs that need alignment
Regular checks matter too. The Storage Equipment Manufacturers’ Association explains the value of warehouse racking inspection, and our technical services cover inspection and repair. For ground-level protection, see our bollards and barriers.
PROTECTING YOUR RACKING
Why protecting racking uprights matters
Racking is only as safe as its uprights. A single forklift knock can bend a frame and reduce the safe working load.
Common impact points
Impacts usually happen at the base of uprights and at the ends of aisles, where trucks turn. Column guards absorb or deflect these knocks and help the racking stay straight and safe.
Row spacers and alignment
Row spacers hold back-to-back racking rows at the correct distance, which keeps the structure stable and helps pallets sit evenly. They are often fitted when racking is installed.
Inspection and replacement
Guards that are damaged should be replaced, and any damage to the racking itself should be checked. Our guide to racking safety basics explains regular checks.
Protect your racking investment
Tell us about your racking and we will recommend the guards and spacers you need.
RELATED
Related products and services
Storage works best as a complete system. You may also find these useful: safety bollards and barriers, pallet racking and our racking inspection. Prefer to talk it through? Speak to our team and we will recommend the right combination for your site, with no obligation. We supply and install across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and the rest of the UAE.
FAQ
Column Guards and Row Spacers - Frequently Asked Questions
What does a column guard do?
It protects the base of a rack upright from forklift impact and makes the upright more visible to drivers.
What is a row spacer?
A row spacer connects back-to-back rows of racking and keeps the right distance between them for stability and alignment.
Can they be added to existing racking?
Usually, yes. We check your racking type and recommend suitable fittings.
Do you cover all of the UAE?
Yes. We supply and install across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and the other emirates.
REQUEST A QUOTE
Request a quote
Send us your racking details and we will recommend and quote the right guards and spacers.
Call: +971 56 896 9821 / +971 2 633 8089
Email: info@arabianrack.com