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Safe Working Load Racking Sign – 3 Level IN16159
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Safe Working Loads racking sign for 3-level pallet racking and shelving, with write-in fields for the maximum kg per level, total bay load, beam spacing and height. Available in 3 sizes (450×300 to 900x600mm) and 5 materials. Made in Queensland.
Description
Safe Working Load Racking Sign
A safe working load (SWL) sign shows the maximum weight a racking or shelving system can hold. This 3-level sign has blank fields for the maximum load per level, the total bay load, the maximum beam spacing and the maximum height. It also states CONSULT MANUFACTURER FOR SWL.
Where to use a safe working load sign
Fix one sign to the end of each run of racking in warehouses, cool rooms, workshops and stores, where forklift drivers and pickers can read it. Write in the figures from your racking manufacturer or a competent person before you install the sign.
Sizes and materials
| Material | Best for |
|---|---|
| 1.6mm Aluminium | Permanent outdoor posts, fences and walls |
| .55mm Steel | Permanent outdoor or indoor mounting |
| Polypropylene | Indoor walls and sheltered areas |
| Corflute | Temporary sites, events and short-term use |
| Vinyl Sticker | Smooth surfaces such as walls, doors and cabinets |
Available in 450mm x 300mm, 600mm x 450mm and 900mm x 600mm. Choose 1.6mm aluminium or .55mm steel for a permanent sign that can be bolted to racking uprights.
Related racking signs
For 2-level racking, use the Safe Working Load sign – 2 shelf (IN16160). For a full information panel, use the Racking System Information Panel (IN16341). Another 3-level option is the 3 shelf SWL Pallet Racking sign (IN1652). Stop unsafe access with the Do not climb on Racking sign (W30267).
Australian made
National Safety Signs manufactures and ships every sign from Queensland.
Frequently asked questions
What is a safe working load sign?
It is a sign fixed to racking or shelving that shows the maximum load per level and per bay.
Where do I get the safe working load figures?
From the racking manufacturer or supplier. If the figures are unknown, have a competent person, such as an engineer, assess the racking.
How do I fill in the sign?
Write the maximum kg for each level, the total bay load and the beam spacing on the blank fields with a permanent marker.
Where should the sign be mounted?
Mount it at the end of each racking run, where forklift drivers and pickers can see it.
| Material | Thickness | Outdoor Suitable | Outdoor Lifespan (Unlaminated) | Outdoor Lifespan (Protective Laminated) | Description |
| Aluminium | 1.6mm | ✓ | 2 – 5 Years | 5 – 10 Years | The Premium and most versatile material available. This material is ideal for resistance to corrosion and where strength is a necessity. Regulatory material for Road Signage, Parking Signs and best suited for most applications. Aluminium tolerances comply with AS 1734-1997 |
| Steel – Sign White | 0.55mm | ✓ | 2 – 5 Years | 5 – 10 Years | The is a Colourbond product specifically manufactured for the signage industry. Pre-painted white one sided steel. Most commonly used for signs fixed to concrete walls or existing Colourbond fences. |
| Polypropylene | 1.4mm | ✓ | 1 – 2 Years | 3 – 5 Years | White plastic sheet which is 100% recyclable. Lightweight material best suited for medium term safety signs. Semi rigid material that is UV stable and longer term option than Corflute. |
| Corflute | 5mm | ✓ | 6 – 12 Months | 1 – 3 Years | Most common short term safety sign material (900gsm weight). Corflute is a twin wall polypropylene commonly named flute board. Due to the flute nature of the material. Most commonly used for construction sites. |
| Corflute | 6mm | ✓ | 3 Years | 3 – 5 Years | This material is only used in conjunction with Class 1 Reflective for temporary traffic control signage such and Multi Message Signage (1200gsm Weight). Slightly heavier material for the longer lifespan required on temporary traffic control. |
| Vinyl Sticker | 0.1mm | ✓ | 3 – 5 Years | 5 – 7 Years | This is a quality Heavy Duty Polymeric vinyl fabric and has a long outdoor life. It is highly tear resistant and suitable for indoor and outdoor conditions. The glue is a permanent adhesive, but can be removed easily with the help of a heat gun. |
| Stainless Steel | 0.55mm | ✓ | 3 – 5 Years | 5 – 10 years | The Premium Stainless Steel available in a variety of thicknesses and grades. This material is ideal for resistance to corrosion and where strength is a necessity. Our common grade is Stainless Steel 316 Grade. Built for the harshest Marine Environments. |
| Magnetic Sign | 0.9mm | ✓ | 1 – 3 Years | 3 – 10 Years | A strong and effective hold on most magnetic surfaces, Magnetic signs are great for your car door, or Hazchem or similar surfaces |
| ACM / Aluminium Composite Material | 3mm | ✓ | 1 – 3 Years | 3 – 10 Years | ACM or Aluminium Composite Material consists of two aluminium sheets bonded to a central core generally a Polyethylene material. It comes in a range of colours and styles. Generally a lightweight sign material widely used by signwriters. |
| Brushed ACM / Aluminium Composite Material | 3mm | ✓ | 1 – 3 Years | 3 – 7 Years | ACM or Aluminium Composite Material consists of two aluminium sheets bonded to a central core generally a Polyethylene material. This has a distinctive Brushed Metal texture on one side, created by treating the surface with fine lines that reduce reflectivity while maintaining a metallic effect. Ideally used on doors for toilets/offices etc. |
| Acrylic | 3mm | ✓ | 1 – 10 Years | N/A | Acrylic is also know as Perspex comes in a range of colours and thicknesses and finishes. Lightweight and strong characteristics. Used in a range of signs from door, toilet, exit and Braille. Acrylic Braille signs should only used indoor due to UV Printing characteristics. |
| Rigid PVC | 3mm | ✓ | 3 – 5 Years | 5 – 7 Years | Rigid PVC, or Polyvinyl Chloride is a rigid material valued for its durability and chemical resistance. Generally used for Emergency Information Panels (EIP’s) and sometimes used in some Councils for Street Blades. |
| Anodised Aluminium | 1mm | ✓ | 6 to 24 Months | N/A | Anodised Aluminium is a Raw material that has undergone electrochemical treatment to create a ingrained layer on the raw sheet. It is a very trendy material but can be problematic to print on. UV Printing is suitable for indoor use. Outdoor use needs a cut letter vinyl to be UV stable over a long period. Best suited for indoor braille and wayfinding signage. Available in multiple thicknesses. |
| Injection Moulded Plastic | ✓ | 10+ Years | N/A | This material is only used for our braille signage. As it indicates is a molten plastic injected in a cast to make a extremely versatile sign. The sign cant be vandalised and or have the raised aspect of the sign picked off. | |
| Porta Sign | ✓ | 2 – 5 Years | 5+ Years | Porta board signs or Portable safety signs are a handy option sign to warn of a Danger or something to look for. Heavyweight plastic for longer life and greater stability and they have a Hinge limiter to ensure legs open to correct position. Easy to transport with their light weight | |
| Swing Stand Combos | ✓ | 3 – 5 Years | 5 – 7 Years | Aluminium sign bundled with a lightweight steel stand. Swing Stands are used for Danger, Warning, Safety advice and information. Commonly used in Traffic Control Signage. | |
| Protective Laminate | ✓ | N/A | Protective Overlaminate is a clear film applied to the surface of signs to safeguard them from fading, scratches, water, dirt, and other environmental damage, extending their lifespan and readability. It can offer various benefits, including UV protection and assists in removal of graffiti. | ||
| Floor Lamination | Best Suited Indoor | N/A | 1 – 5 Years | A protective, clear, often textured film applied to printed vinyl graphics that go on floors. This specialized laminate makes the floor graphic more durable and slip-resistant, essential for high-traffic areas like retail stores and events, while protecting the print from scratches and fading, | |
| Cut Vinyl Lettering | 0.1mm | ✓ | 8 Years | N/A | Cut Vinyl is a product that can be used in multiple signage situations, Exit door sign, Fire Cabinet Signs, wayfinding signage. We use 3M 50 Series vinyl with a 8 year warranty. |
| Reflective Materials (Sign Face Materials) | Thickness | Outdoor Suitable | Outdoor Lifespan (Unlaminated) | Outdoor Lifespan (Protective Laminated) | Description |
| Class 1 Reflective (Temp) | ✓ | 3 – 5 Years | 5+ Years | Class 1 Temp signs are used for safety and traffic signage that requires high visibility 24/7, such as on Traffic Control, Box Edge Signs, and any Temp Roadwork signage. It’s the lowest grade of Class 1 (400) reflective material, designed to reflect light from many angles. Complies to AS1906-1-2017. | |
| Class 1 Reflective HIP CL400 | ✓ | 5+ Years | 10+ Years | Class 1 High Prismatic Reflective signs are used for safety and traffic signage that requires higher visibility 24/7, such as Regulatory Road Signs, critical safety signage. It’s the most common grade of Class 1 (400) reflective material, designed to reflect light from many angles. Must be accompanied with 3M overlaminate for compliance. Complies to AS1906-1-2017. | |
| Class 1 Reflective Diamond Grade CL1100 | ✓ | N/A | 12+ Years | Class 1 (1100) signs are used for the most critical road signage especially formulated for highway signs and Stop, Give Way signs. It’s the highest grade of reflective material, designed to reflect light from many angles. It is a premium grade of reflective sheeting used. Complies to AS1906-1-2017. | |
| Class 2 Reflective | ✓ | 3 – 5 Years | 5 – 10 Years | Class 2 is used for signs requiring engineer-grade reflectivity for non-critical, off-road applications like car parks, shopping centres, and workplaces. Perfect Safety sign option for most applications, just slightly less reflectivity than Class 1 signs. | |
| Luminous (Glow In the Dark) | Best Suited Indoor | 1 – 3 Years | 5+ Years | Luminous material (reactivates) when exposed to light and then illuminates in dark. Popular for evacuation, directional, safety and exit signage. Can last up to 10+ hours with at least 60 minutes exposure to ambient light for the first time and 10 minutes exposure after that. |
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