Secure your premises and protect your employees and facilities with Pedlex heavy-duty guardrails. Made in Quebec, our heavy-duty protective barriers & guardrails secure your warehouse, factory, loading dock, and traffic areas. A durable and easy-to-install solution to reduce risks and ensure industrial safety. Our heavy-duty Cogan guardrails protect employees around machinery, shelving, and pallet racking. Cost-effective, made in Quebec, and quick to install.

Industrial environments require reliable solutions to control risks and protect workers. A high-performance guardrail system plays a key role in preventing fall hazards, securing hazardous zones and maintaining operational efficiency. Designed for demanding applications, these systems support workplace safety while aligning with modern compliance requirements and safety standards.

Backed by extensive industry experience, our approach focuses on delivering custom-engineered safety solutions that integrate seamlessly into your operations while supporting long-term performance and workplace protection.

Heavy-duty safety guardrail system in an industrial warehouse with pedestrian floor markings and pallet racking

Protect your facilities with a High Performance Guardrail System

 

To ensure workplace safety, our guardrails and safety railings help prevent incidents before they occur. Designed for efficient installation and engineered for demanding environments, each industrial safety solution protects workers around machinery, shelving, inventory storage areas and loading docks.

Avoid costly damages and compensation with durable barriers that help define safe zones, control traffic and reduce risks. A reliable guardrail system ensures better control of hazardous areas while enhancing safety across your facility.

With a structured and secure environment, teams operate with greater confidence and efficiency. You benefit from a long-lasting protection system designed to maintain operational integrity over time.

Our guardrails are manufactured in Quebec and kept in stock to support fast delivery and rapid deployment. This approach allows quick installation and consistent availability for your projects.

Why Choose a Safety Guardrail System for Industrial Environments?

Industrial environments demand robust and compliant solutions to manage risks effectively. A well-designed system supports prevention strategies and aligns with strict regulatory requirements while contributing to a safer and more productive workspace.

Reduce Fall Risks and Improve Workplace Safety

Falls remain one of the most frequent workplace hazards. A properly installed fall protection system acts as a passive barrier that helps prevent accidents without requiring active intervention.

Our guardrails contribute to passive fall protection by securing edges, elevated platforms and rooftop areas. This approach improves roof safety, protects workers at height and supports OSHA compliance.

A Versatile Solution for Traffic Control and Equipment Protection

Beyond fall protection, a guardrail system represents a versatile safety component. It separates pedestrian and vehicle traffic, protects critical equipment and secures sensitive areas. In some environments, it can also be combined with complementary solutions such as wire mesh partitions to create safer and better organized work areas.

Thanks to a modular design approach, the system adapts to different layouts and operational constraints. It integrates easily into existing infrastructure and evolves with your operational requirements.

Heavy-duty industrial guardrail system protecting a conveyor line in a warehouse environment

Applications of Our Industrial Guardrail Systems

 

 

Equipment safety guardrail in a factory

Workstation protection Guardrail

Guardrail for equipment safety in a warehouse

Loading dock protection bollards

Pedestrian barriers for traffic control

Restroom area protection guardrail

Heavy-Duty Guardrail System Specifications

Our systems are engineered to deliver consistent performance in demanding environments while ensuring durability and compliance with safety standards. Every component is selected to support long-term reliability and structural integrity.

Guardrail rails in stock: DIMENSIONS AND PERFORMANCE

 

 
  • Our heavy-duty guardrails are engineered to withstand a 10,000 lb. impact at 4 mph (given a proper installation)
  • Standard lengths: from 2′ to 10′ center-to-center (exact dimensions from 19″ to 115″. We also offer custom lengths
  • Height: 12″. (Total height: 12-1/2″ including the end plates)
  • Width : 3″. (Total width: 3-1/4″ including the end plates)
  • Made of roll-formed 13-gauge structural corrugated steel, our heavy-duty rails meet the requirements indicated by the ASTM A607 Grade 50
  • The finish is a powder-coated safety yellow paint
  • The standard rails are welded to two 12-1/2” x 3” plates on each side. These plates are punched with two 9/16” connection holes and bolted to the column using Ø1/2” x 7” carriage bolts.
IN STOCK - RAILS (12" HIGH)NOMINAL LENGTHACTUAL LENGTHWEIGHTMODEL #
2 ft. Heavy Duty Guardrail Crossbar2'-0"1'-7" (19")19 lbsGR2
3 ft. Heavy Duty Guardrail Crossbar3'-0"2'-7" (31")25 lbs
GR3
4 ft. Heavy Duty Guardrail Crossbar4'-0"3'-7" (43")32 lbsGR4
5 ft. Heavy Duty Guardrail Crossbar5'-0"4'-7" (56")38 lbsGR5
6 ft. Heavy Duty Guardrail Crossbar6'-0"5'-7" (67")45 lbsGR6
7 ft. Heavy Duty Guardrail Crossbar7'-0"6'-7" (79")50 lbsGR7
8 ft. Heavy Duty Guardrail Crossbar8'-0"7'-7" (91")59 lbsGR8
9 ft. Heavy Duty Guardrail Crossbar9'-0"8'-7" (103")67 lbsGR9
10 ft. Heavy Duty Guardrail Crossbar10'-0"9'-7" (115")72 lbsGR10

Guardrail columns AND STRUCTURE DESIGN

 

 

We offer 2 types of columns – single rail (18” tall) or double rail (44” tall). Both are made from 5” x 5” x 1/8” thick steel and are welded to a baseplate.

Columns are punched with 2 holes of 3/4”ø on each side and are topped with a blast plastic cap on top. The 10” x 10” x 1/2” baseplates are punched with 4 holes of 3/4”ø for floor anchors. Powder-coated safety yellow paint finish..

Column with 1 rail 18″ total height (17″ to top of rail)

Column with 2 rails 44″ total height (42″ to top of rail)

 

Baseplates: centered and offset dimensions 10″W x 10″L

 

IN STOCK - AMOUNTSHEIGHTACTUAL LENGTHWEIGHT
Line post for single crossbar18"27 lbsGPSC
Corner post for single crossbar18"27 lbsGPSO
Line post for double crossbar44"45 lbsGPDC
Corner post for double crossbar44"45 lbsGPDO
4 ground anchors of 5/8''Ø4 1/2''-
AN58450
Plastic cap on top5"P x 5"L-GP2

Lift-out brackets for removable heavy-duty guardrails

 

The lift-out brackets allow the rails to be lifted out and permit passage of forklifts etc, rather than being bolted to the posts. Their model # is GL1.

The lift-out brackets are sold in pairs, one for each side of the guardrail. The brackets are attached to the column using 5/16”Ø x 5 1/2” carriage bolts with a washer and “T” nut.

Here is a view from the side and in detail:

 

EN STOCK - SUPPORTDIMENSIONSPOIDSMODÈLE #
Paire de support pour traverse amovible13"H x 3 5/8"L18 lbsGL1

Example of Custom Guardrail System Configuration

 

 

Discover a sample corner system with double rails, which requires 5 columns and 8 rails:

Safety bollards

 

Our resistant safety bollards are made of 1/8” thick cylindrical steel welded to a baseplate. We carry in stock 42” high standard bollards which are 4 ½” in diameter and welded to a 10” x 10” x ½” thick base plate with 4 punched holes of 3/4”ø placed 1 ½” from the edge of each corner.

We can also offer 2 other standard heights : 24” and 36”, as well as oversized bollards which are 6” in diameter and welded to a 12” x 12” x ½” thick baseplate for even more heavy-duty protection.

All bollards are finished with a durable, powder coated safety yellow paint and topped with a black plastic cap. Bolted to the floor using 5/8” ø x 4 ½” floor anchors.

IN STOCK - SUPPORTDIMENSIONSWEIGHTMODEL #
With 10" x 10" base4,5"ø x 42"H33 lbsB42
With 12" x 12" base6"ø x 42"H36 lbsB642

Non-Penetrating and Permanent Guardrail Solutions

For rooftop applications, non-penetrating systems provide protection without affecting the roof membrane. These solutions rely on weighted bases to remain stable while preserving surface integrity.

A non-penetrating guardrail system is particularly suitable for flat roofs and sensitive structures. Permanent installations ensure continuous protection and reduce maintenance requirements.

Lightweight aluminum options are also available, offering durability while simplifying installation and handling.

Safety Compliance and Industrial Regulations

Meeting safety standards is essential in industrial environments. Our guardrails are designed to align with OSHA guidelines and recognized regulatory frameworks.

Each guardrail system supports compliance with fall protection requirements and contributes to a structured prevention strategy. Our team also supports inspection and long-term monitoring to maintain system performance, while complementary safety solutions such as flammable cabinets  support broader risk control in hazardous environments.

By integrating a compliant rooftop safety system, organizations strengthen their safety practices and reduce operational risks

Ready to Improve Your Safety and Protection Systems?

Enhancing safety requires the right combination of expertise and equipment. Our team supports your project from design to installation with a turnkey and fully customized solution tailored to your operational constraints.

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Contact our experts to develop a guardrail system adapted to your facility, your safety requirements and your operational objectives.

Discover the video of our partner Cogan – the guardrails are crash-rated for a 10,000 lb impact!

 

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