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In the world of high-value architectural glazing, a single scratch on a Low-E coating or a chipped edge on a custom curved toughened glass pane isn't just a minor defect—it's a complete write-off. Whether you are moving units from the tempering furnace to the loading dock, or transporting heavy laminated glass to a job site, your rack is the only thing standing between profit and shattered inventory. Stop relying on generic pallets. Upgrade to precision-engineered protection. |
For glass processors handling Double Glazed Units (IGUs) or delicate Low-E glass, surface integrity is non-negotiable. Standard metal-on-glass contact is a recipe for disaster, particularly during the vibration of road transport. Our A Frame Glass steel rack systems feature a composite protection layer. We utilize high-durability industrial rubber strips combined with ply-wood facings on the base.
This isn't just about preventing breakage; it's about preserving the optical quality of the glass. The rubber profile absorbs the micro-shocks that cause invisible fractures or coating abrasion, ensuring that the frameless shop front glass you ship arrives in pristine condition ready for installation.
High-density rubber protection prevents Low-E coating damage.
Efficiency in a glass factory is defined by how smoothly materials flow between stations. Bottlenecks often occur when transferring glass from the CNC glass cutting table to the edging machine or tempering furnace. Waiting for a forklift or overhead crane kills productivity.
Our racks are designed as mobile WIP (Work-In-Progress) stations. Equipped with heavy-duty castors (Nylon or Polyurethane based on your floor type), a single operator can maneuver a fully loaded rack of float glass or cut sizes. This "mobile warehouse" concept reduces crane dependency and clears the floor for active production.
Heavy-duty castors enable single-person maneuverability in the workshop.
For national glass distributors and large-scale glazing contractors, the cost of shipping empty racks back to the factory is a significant drain on margins. A standard welded A-frame takes up the same shipping volume empty as it does full. That is paying to ship air.
We solve this with our collapsible and stackable design. Once the glass sheets are unloaded at the construction site, the racks can be folded down. This allows you to stack multiple units (up to 8-10 high) into a compact footprint for the return journey. This creates a massive reduction in freight costs and allows you to maximize your warehouse storage density when the racks are not in use.
Stackable design maximizes warehouse space and reduces return freight costs.
Two glass transport racks folded state.
Whether you are transporting granite slabs or heavy bulletproof glass, load shifting is the enemy. Our racks utilize a dual-retention system. First, the 5-degree tilt of the A-frame naturally uses gravity to keep the sheets against the structure. Second, we integrate robust ratchet strap points and steel limit rods (retention bars).
These limit rods provide a physical barrier that prevents the glass from tipping forward during sudden braking or cornering. Combined with our heavy duty glass rack construction, this ensures compliance with safety regulations and protects your workers from the "fall shadow" zone during unloading.
Solid steel limit rods ensure heavy glass remains secure during transport.
1. Can these racks handle the weight of 19mm thick architectural glass or granite slabs?
Yes. Our heavy-duty racks are engineered with Q235 carbon steel and full-seam welding (not spot welding) to handle the extreme density of thick architectural glass and stone slabs. We can customize the load capacity up to 4,000 lbs or more per side depending on your requirements.
2. Will the rack surface damage soft-coat Low-E glass?
Absolutely not. We use specific industrial rubber profiles and untreated plywood specifically designed for soft-coat glass. This prevents chemical reactions or physical abrasion that could ruin the Low-E coating.
3. Are the racks compatible with standard glass vacuum lifters and overhead cranes?
Yes, all our racks feature certified crane lifting eyes at the top for overhead crane operation. They also have side-entry forklift pockets, allowing for safe loading and unloading using standard lifting equipment found in glass factories.
4. How much space can I save with the collapsible design?
When empty and folded, you can stack up to 10 units in the space of one fully assembled rack. This dramatically reduces storage requirements in your warehouse and can cut return shipping costs by up to 80%.
5. Can these racks be used for curing laminated glass?
Yes, many processors use our mobile A-frames as curing racks. The open design allows for airflow, and the wheels allow the units to be moved into curing areas or autoclaves (if specified for high-temp wheels) without double-handling the glass.
