An innovative barrier system supplied by labelling and integrated safety solutions specialist, ASG Services is helping to revolutionise warehouse safety across the UK. ASG Services is one of just a handful of trusted UK suppliers for Kingspan’s SafeDefence Barrier Protection Systems.

The versatile system comprises a range of products purpose-designed to protect warehouse personnel, building structures and valuable stock from accident damage caused by impacts from material handling equipment. The system is reliant on a high-performance synthetic polymer that flexes on impact to safely absorb kinetic energy.

ASG Services’ managing director Tony Gresty described the technology as ‘game-changing’ when it was launched last year, and his optimism has not been misplaced.

“We expected the new system would help to revolutionise safety solutions for the modern warehouse but even we have been surprised by how popular the system is proving. Warehouse operators throughout the UK have been contacting us, requesting more information on the new system,” he said.

“Many of these are in sectors new to ASG Services, such a property and construction, as well as the chilled and frozen food sector, which is great for the business and opens up a wealth of new opportunities for us.”

The supply deal has seen ASG become a registered Kingspan Protection Systems Partner. The badge of honour is prominently displayed on the ASG website as well as other material related to the barrier systems.

The versatile SafeDefence Protection System comprises a range of products including posts, rails, barriers, goalposts and gates. The ability of the system to be quickly installed in new-build warehouses as well as retrofitted to older facilities, is thought to be one of the major reasons for its popularity.

The reassurance of a complete warranty from Kingspan, already widely recognised and respected for its high-performance insulation and building envelope solutions, is also helping with peace of mind for many operators.

The Kingspan products are manufactured from solid high-performance synthetic polymer, or a flexible protection technology known as FLEXsafe. All the products are located and installed independent of the elements to be protected, removing the risk of damage from impact transmission.

“The special polymer technology used to manufacture the product means it will last longer compared with other protection systems, poses fewer problems for installation and ensures concrete surfaces will not be damaged. The materials used in the SafeDefence system also align with the ASG Services ethos of reversing climate change. Typically, the synthetic polymers used in the system are made from 40% recycled polymer material, while the system itself is 100% recycable.

“The longevity of the system offers a good return on investment and will maintain the safety of people and assets for much longer,” added Mr Gresty.

For additional peace of mind, all Kingspan SafeDefence Protection Systems have been subjected to robust independent impact testing by the University of Engineering and Architecture in Zaragoza, Spain to determine the force the systems can withstand, together with their respective deflection.

The crash test analysed the energy supported by the products and their impact resistance behaviour, and the test results have indicated that Kingspan Barrier Protection Systems products offer better impact protection than all others on the market due to their resistance and elasticity.

ASG is promoting early consultation on the system so it can recommend the best solutions. With an on-site inspection it will be able to determine operational need and identify which system offers the best protection to people and products.

It is primarily targeting the warehousing and logistics sector, as well as 3PLs and manufacturers. However, given the interest in the new system, it continues to scope new sectors.

For more information on Kingspan SafeDefence Protection Systems from ASG Services, visit www.asgservices.co.uk/protection