When it comes to protecting coolroom walls and infrastructure from forklift damage, choosing the right barrier system is essential. Forklift impacts can cause expensive structural damage, lead to downtime, and create serious safety risks for workers. That’s why at Industrial Safety Barriers, we supply and install DEFLEX® impact protection systems – the smarter, safer, and longer-lasting alternative to traditional steel barriers.
Recently, one of our clients reached out to us with a clear challenge: they needed a durable forklift protection system for their coolroom facility. The solution needed to be robust enough to withstand frequent forklift movement, while also maintaining a clean, hygienic, and professional environment suitable for food storage and production.
To meet their needs, our team recommended and installed a combination of DEFLEX® PED150 LINK and DEFLEX® GR150 Guardrail systems – both designed to absorb impact and return to their original shape.
The Solution: DEFLEX® PED150 LINK and GR150 Guardrail
Our installation included:
🔹 DEFLEX® GR150 Guardrail – installed along the internal walls of the coolroom, including behind racking and end walls.
- Constructed in kit-form modules for fast, flexible installation.
- Heavy-duty barrier protection built for high-traffic environments.
- 200mm overall height, ideal for low-level wall protection.
- Designed to absorb forklift impact and return to shape, preventing wall damage.
- Finished in Hi-Vis Safety Yellow for maximum visibility.
🔹 DEFLEX® PED150 LINK – installed on the external walls of the coolroom and around the sliding door access points.
- Constructed in modular sections, making installation simple and adaptable.
- 1150mm overall height, featuring three rails plus a reinforced bottom rail.
- Provides forklift-specification protection for both vehicles and structures.
- Designed to flex under impact, reducing damage to both the barrier and the forklift.
- Finished in high-visibility yellow for improved awareness and workplace safety.
The project also included DEFLEX® GRD150 bollards, strategically placed to protect sliding doors and stair access areas. Each bollard is 1150mm high, fully impactable, and designed to absorb collision energy without deforming or requiring replacement.
Why DEFLEX® Outperforms Traditional Steel Barriers
DEFLEX® products are made from advanced polymer materials that offer a range of advantages over conventional steel barriers.
✅ Cost-Effective Protection – By minimising damage to infrastructure and vehicles, DEFLEX® provides long-term financial savings.
Coolroom Safety Starts with the Right Protection
Coolrooms are high-traffic zones where forklifts frequently operate in tight spaces, increasing the risk of accidental impact. Installing the right barrier protection system not only prevents costly damage but also ensures compliance with workplace safety standards.
The DEFLEX® PED150 LINK and GR150 Guardrail systems provide complete peace of mind – protecting walls, racking, and access points while maintaining a professional, hygienic, and efficient working environment.
At Industrial Safety Barriers, we’re proud to help businesses across Western Australia enhance safety and efficiency through industry-leading impact protection solutions. From coolroom wall protection to rack-end barriers, pedestrian segregation, and warehouse safety systems, our team has the expertise to recommend and install the best DEFLEX® products for your site.
Protect Your Facility Today
If your business uses forklifts or pallet jacks in coolrooms, warehouses, or production areas, now is the time to invest in impact protection that lasts.
📞 Contact Industrial Safety Barriers today to discuss how our DEFLEX® solutions can protect your facility, improve safety, and reduce maintenance costs.
Let’s talk. Call 1300 455 101 E [email protected]
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