PolyWRAP Column Protector - Warehouse Column Protector

PolyWRAP Column Protector

High Visibility Impact Protection for Structural Columns

The PolyWRAP Column Protector is designed to protect structural columns from accidental vehicle impact within warehouses, logistics centres and industrial facilities. Structural columns positioned within operational traffic routes are frequently exposed to contact from forklifts, pallet trucks, reach trucks and other material handling equipment (MHE). When these impacts occur, they can cause costly structural damage, operational disruption and potential safety risks.

The PolyWRAP column protection system provides a highly visible and durable barrier that wraps securely around structural columns, helping absorb impact energy and reduce the likelihood of damage to both the column and the vehicle involved.

Manufactured in the UK from linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), the PolyWRAP protector provides reliable protection for structural supports located in busy operational environments where vehicle traffic is common.

Designed for Industrial and Warehouse Environments

In industrial facilities, structural columns are often located within forklift routes, racking aisles, loading zones and manoeuvring areas where vehicles regularly operate. Even experienced vehicle operators can occasionally make contact with columns when turning, reversing or positioning loads.

The PolyWRAP Column Protector provides an effective protective barrier that helps cushion impact and reduce structural damage during these incidents.

Typical environments include:

• Warehouses and distribution centres
• Manufacturing and assembly facilities
• Logistics and fulfilment hubs
• Industrial service yards
• Mezzanine support columns
• Forklift operating zones

Installing column protection helps organisations reduce infrastructure repair costs and maintain safer working environments for operators and staff.

Impact Absorbing Protective Design

The PolyWRAP protector incorporates an air cushion impact absorbing design which helps dissipate impact energy when vehicles collide with the protector. This cushioning effect helps reduce the force transferred to the structural column while also helping minimise damage to the impacting vehicle.

The protective design helps reduce the risk of operator injury during accidental contact while protecting critical building infrastructure.

The system has been designed and tested to withstand impacts in excess of 2.5 tonnes at speeds up to approximately 7 mph, making it suitable for environments where forklifts and other powered trucks operate.

Where additional protection is required at floor level, an optional steel skirting plate can be specified to protect against forklift forks or pallet impact.

High Visibility Safety Design

The PolyWRAP Column Protector is manufactured in high visibility yellow and black, ensuring the protected column is easily seen by vehicle operators and pedestrians.

The bright colour combination improves visual awareness of structural obstacles within busy operational environments such as warehouses and logistics facilities. By increasing the visibility of structural columns, the protector helps reduce the likelihood of accidental vehicle contact.

The stackable design of the protector also improves column recognition by HGV drivers and forklift operators within busy service yards and operational areas.

Durable Polyethylene Construction

PolyWRAP column protectors are manufactured from linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), a robust and durable material widely used in industrial safety applications.

This polymer material provides excellent durability while remaining resistant to weathering, corrosion and environmental exposure.

Advantages of polyethylene construction include:

• High impact resistance
• Long operational lifespan
• Resistance to moisture and corrosion
• Suitable for both internal and external environments
• Low maintenance requirements

The protector is designed to operate within temperature ranges from -40°C to +90°C, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments and outdoor installations.

Quick and Simple Installation

The PolyWRAP Column Protector is designed for fast installation without mechanical fixing. This allows the protector to be installed around existing columns quickly and efficiently without drilling or modifying building structures.

The protector secures using two 25 mm ratchet action webbing straps, which hold the unit firmly in place around the column.

This installation method provides several benefits:

• Rapid installation with minimal disruption
• No drilling or floor fixing required
• Easy adjustment or removal if required
• Secure positioning around the column

The clam-shell design incorporates dimple and rib features that allow approximately 20 mm tolerance on steel column dimensions, helping ensure a secure and adaptable fit.

Column Size Compatibility

PolyWRAP column protectors are designed to suit a wide range of structural column sizes commonly found in industrial buildings and warehouse facilities.

Standard options include:

• 210 mm x 210 mm
• 320 mm x 320 mm
• 380 mm x 380 mm
• 420 mm x 420 mm
• 620 mm x 320 mm
• 920 mm x 320 mm

These options allow the protector to be matched to different column profiles while maintaining effective protection.

The design also incorporates a recess feature which covers column base plates and anchor studs up to 580 mm x 580 mm, helping protect vulnerable structural fixings at floor level.

Technical Specification

Material

100% recyclable polyethylene / linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE)

Height

1040 mm

Footprint

650 mm x 650 mm

Security

2 no. 25 mm wide ratchet straps

Temperature Range

-40°C to +90°C

Manufacturing

Manufactured in the UK

Colour Options

Yellow and Black

Size Options

• 210 mm x 210 mm
• 320 mm x 320 mm
• 380 mm x 380 mm
• 420 mm x 420 mm
• 620 mm x 320 mm
• 920 mm x 320 mm

Operational Benefits

Installing PolyWRAP column protection within operational environments provides several practical benefits.

Protects structural infrastructure

Helps prevent costly damage to structural columns caused by forklift and vehicle impact.

Reduces vehicle damage

Impact absorbing design cushions contact between vehicles and building structures.

Improves workplace safety

Highly visible design highlights structural obstacles for vehicle operators.

Simple installation

Ratchet strap system allows quick installation without mechanical fixing.

Durable industrial construction

Polyethylene material provides long term performance in demanding environments.

Protects column base plates

Recessed base design shields column anchor plates and fixings from vehicle contact.

Typical Applications

PolyWRAP column protectors are commonly installed in environments where structural columns are exposed to vehicle traffic.

Typical installations include:

• Warehouse forklift routes
• Mezzanine support columns
• Logistics centre traffic lanes
• Industrial production areas
• Storage facility vehicle corridors
• Distribution centre loading zones
• Manufacturing plant service routes

In these environments, the PolyWRAP system helps reduce structural damage while maintaining safe vehicle movement within operational spaces.

Summary

The PolyWRAP Column Protector provides robust and highly visible impact protection for structural columns located within warehouses, logistics centres and industrial facilities. Manufactured in the UK from durable linear low-density polyethylene, the wrap-around protector absorbs impact energy while protecting critical infrastructure from forklift and vehicle contact. Its simple installation, high visibility design and compatibility with a wide range of column sizes make it a practical safety solution for facilities seeking to protect structural columns in high traffic operational environments.