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    31 Products

    Plastic Column Guards

    Protect columns and vehicles from collision damage. Durable yet forgiving, these guards flex and rebound to cushion the blow. They’re tested to withstand everything from minor scrapes to direct forklift hits, so they hold up in high-traffic warehouses. Bright colors make them easy to spot in active work areas.
    A cinch to install, each guard comes in two halves that hug onto square, round, or I-beam columns and secure with the included straps. Guards can be stacked.
    For Square, Round, and I-Beam Columns
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Column Guards. Plastic Column Guards.
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    4"4"42"14"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T520000000
    6"6"24"24"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T11000000
    6"6"42"14"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T54000000
    6"6"42"24"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T1000000
    8"8"24"24"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T12000000
    8"8"42"24"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T2000000
    10"10"24"24"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T13000000
    10"10"42"24"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T3000000
    12"12"24"24"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T14000000
    12"12"42"24"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T5000000
    14"14"42"33"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T7000000
    16"16"42"33"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T55000000
    18"18"42"38"PolyethyleneYellowTwo Hook and Loop Straps IncludedYes5937T56000000
     

    Adjustable-Size Plastic Column Guards

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Column Guards. Adjustable-Size Plastic Column Guards.
    Image of ProductInUse. Shown Installed with (4) Extension Kits. Front orientation. Column Guards. Adjustable-Size Plastic Column Guards.

    Shown Installed with (4) Extension Kits

    Shield columns with irregular dimensions, non-standard shapes, and attached pipe or conduit that standard guards can’t fit. These modular guards have four interlocking sides that wrap around the column and provide 4" of adjustment in width or depth to fit a wide range of column sizes. They flex and rebound on impact to absorb energy and minimize damage to both the column and vehicle during a collision.
    Add extension kits for larger columns. Kits include two pieces, each adding 10" to the width or depth. Use multiple kits to fit any column size in your facility.
    For Square, Round, Rectangular, and I-Beam Columns
    Column Guards
    Replacement
    Straps (Set of 2)
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    4" to 8"4" to 8"42"6"PolyethyleneYellow4Two Hook and Loop StrapsYes9626N1100000009626N14000000
    8" to 12"8" to 12"42"6"PolyethyleneYellow4Two Hook and Loop StrapsYes9626N120000009626N1400000
     
    Accessories for Column Guards

    Foam Column Guards

    Like gym mats, these guards have a foam core that compresses to soften minor bumps and scrapes. They’re slimmer than plastic guards, so they fit into tight aisles and other narrow spaces. However, they don’t offer as much protection from direct forklift hits as plastic and steel guards. Their bright yellow color makes them easy to spot. Secure them in place with a hook and loop strip along the side.
    For Square, Round, and I-Beam Columns
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Column Guards. Foam Column Guards, For Square, Round, and I-Beam Columns.
    ASTM F2440—Tested to meet safety standards for absorbing impact.
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    4"4"36"2"Vinyl Plastic over Polyethylene FoamYellowYesASTM F24409629N120000000
    4"4"72"2"Vinyl Plastic over Polyethylene FoamYellowYesASTM F24409629N11000000
    6"6"36"2"Vinyl Plastic over Polyethylene FoamYellowYesASTM F24409629N14000000
    6"6"72"2"Vinyl Plastic over Polyethylene FoamYellowYesASTM F24409629N13000000
    8"8"36"2"Vinyl Plastic over Polyethylene FoamYellowYesASTM F24409629N16000000
    8"8"72"2"Vinyl Plastic over Polyethylene FoamYellowYesASTM F24409629N15000000
    10"10"36"2"Vinyl Plastic over Polyethylene FoamYellowYesASTM F24409629N18000000
    10"10"72"2"Vinyl Plastic over Polyethylene FoamYellowYesASTM F24409629N17000000
    12"12"36"2"Vinyl Plastic over Polyethylene FoamYellowYesASTM F24409629N21000000
    12"12"72"2"Vinyl Plastic over Polyethylene FoamYellowYesASTM F24409629N19000000
     

    Plastic I-Beam Guards

    Image of ProductInUse. Two Guards Shown Installed. Front orientation. Column Guards. Plastic I-Beam Guards.

    Two Guards

    Shown Installed

    Protect exposed I-beams near walls or in tight spaces. These guards cover a single flange, so you can use them in areas where wraparound guards won’t fit. Made from hard, durable plastic, they deflect impacts from forklifts and pallet jacks. Their bright yellow color makes them easy to spot, so you can avoid accidents. Snap their molded groove onto a flange and they’ll stay put—no straps or fasteners needed. Stack them for extra coverage.
    For I-Beams
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    1/8" to 1/2"36"3/16"7 1/2"7"PolyethyleneYellowYes9624N11000000
     

    Steel Column Guards

    Create a rigid barrier around load-bearing columns and other critical structures. These guards mount to the floor, so the force of a collision won’t be transferred to your column. Made from steel, they’re strong enough to stop a moving forklift. However, they don’t flex on impact like plastic or foam guards, so they may damage your vehicle. Their bright color helps drivers spot them before they get too close.
    Mount these guards to the floor with wedge anchors or other concrete anchors.
    For Square, Round, and I-Beam Columns
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Column Guards. Steel Column Guards, For Square, Round, and I-Beam Columns, Style 1.
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Column Guards. Steel Column Guards, For Square, Round, and I-Beam Columns, Style 2.

    Style 1

    Style 2

    Style 1—These guards have one open side for easy installation in tight spaces or around obstacles, such as columns or pipes positioned against a wall.
    Style 2—Wrap these guards around freestanding columns. They come with two matching plates that bolt together.
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    112 3/4"9 3/8"42"3/8"19 1/2"12 3/4"SteelYellow13/16"6NoYes9608N120000000
    218 1/2"16"48"1/4"19"20 3/4"SteelYellow9/16"8NoYes9608N11000000
     
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