Collection: Pallet Rack Netting

Barry offers a wide range of pallet rack netting solutions worldwide. It is essential to consider relevant regulations, includinglocal, provincial, national, OSHA, ANSI, and CSA standards or their equivalent in your jurisdiction, where applicable. Barry’s netting products complement awell-designed and certified industrial shelving/racking system. When properly installed, they enhance bothsafetyandoperational efficiencyin work areas.

Safety netting is a complementary component within an industrial racking system. It must be implemented according to best practices and suited for daily operational use. Netting serves as an additional protective measure, enhancing the overall safety and performance of racking systems, but should never be the only safety feature in place.

To ensure safe and effective use, it is essential to evaluate:

• Anchoring forces and load distribution on the netting
• Structural capacity of the racking system
• Quality and stability of pallets and packaging
• Proper placement of loads on racks
• Compliance with load capacity limits
• Use of other protective measures such as physical barriers

A well-designed safety system incorporates netting as reinforcement rather than a standalone solution, ensuring optimal protection for workers and stored goods while effectively reducing the risk of falling objects.

Netting is designed as a retention barrier and should be combined with additional safety measures such as:

• Pallet stoppers
• Vertical posts at the center of pallets
• Steel cables to reduce unwanted pallet movement and prevent accidental falls

Consulting with an industrial shelving specialist is highly recommended to determine the best options.

The optimal installation combines pallet stoppers and netting, as this approach:

• Reduces lateral loads on the racks
• Minimizes net impact and deflection
• Simplifies installation and maintenance

Netting serves to stop and contain loads in the event of accidental movement or falls.

Barry offers various net models adapted to different load types:

• FN300 1.75 - Safety Net Panel - Medium Duty - 300 lb - Webbing Border (300 lb, 1.75" x 1.75" mesh): Best for medium-weight loads, secured pallets, and general warehouse applications. Works optimally with pallet stops for maximum efficiency.
• NF700-2.5 - Safety Net Panel - Heavy Duty - 700 lb - Webbing Border (700 lb, 2.5" x 2.5" mesh): Recommended for heavier loads or high-friction environments. Offers greater durability over time.

The finish selection depends on aesthetic and practical needs:

• No edge finishing: Ideal for on-site custom cutting
• Webbing border edges: Recommended for standardized installation and precise adjustments

Webbing Border with Adjustable Side Straps

A combination of webbing binding and Barry’s adjustable side straps allows:

• Flexible and adaptable installation
• Easier tension adjustments during both installation and future modifications

• Avoid over-tightening the netting, as excessive tension may increase structural loads.
• Do not leave the net too loose, as it could create a "pocket" effect that reduces effectiveness.
• Using Barry’s adjustable straps is recommended for proper tensioning during installation and inspections.

Why Perform Regular Inspections?

• Visual assessment: Some damage is easily detectable and can be repaired on-site.
• Residual strength loss over time: Netting naturally degrades, potentially reducing its retention capacity.

Barry offers free residual strength testing for its clients to validate the net’s condition annually. Upon request, we can provide small test samples that can be attached to the net and removed for laboratory analysis.

Repairability and Replacement

• Barry maintains stock of the FN300 1.75 and NF700-2.5 models for fast replacements when needed.
• Repair kits are available for durable and secure on-site fixes.
• A properly repaired net is as strong, if not stronger, than the original net, provided regular inspections are conducted.

Pallet rack netting significantly enhances workplace safety but should always be used in combination with a robust shelving design. Barry recommends working with a professional installer or industrial shelving expert to ensure optimal setup.

Barry also offers a free 1.5-hour training session to help businesses establish an effective netting inspection and maintenance program. This training includes:

• Technical guidelines on netting installation and maintenance
• Q&A session with our experts
• Comprehensive documentation to assist with ongoing net inspections

Contact us for more information or to schedule your free training session on our pallet rack netting solutions.