Most Valuable Supplier Award for 2023

SpaceGuard Products has earned the prestigious MVS (Most Valuable Supplier) Award for achievements in 2022.  The MVS Award is granted by the industry’s trade association, MHEDA (Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association) to less than 10% of all member companies.   This is the 7th consecutive year that SpaceGuard Products has earned the MVS Award.  This industry award recognizes companies who have demonstrated an exemplary commitment to their dealer network, their employees and their community.

Qualifications for MVS Award

To qualify for the MVS Award, SpaceGuard Products was required to meet a series of criteria in a number of areas important to the distributor companies who do business with them.  In addition to confirming an ongoing commitment to safety and employee training, award recipients must provide documentation of active participation in a program that “gives back.”

MVS Award winners have demonstrated an overall commitment to business excellence by documenting programs in the following areas:

1. Industry Advocacy
2. Distributor Advocacy
3. Business Networking
4. Continuing Education
5. Business Best Practices

According to John L. Gelsimino, President of All Lift Service Co. Inc. and 2023 MHEDA Chairman, “The MVS Award recognizes the best-of-the-best in our industry and is displayed with honor. To check all the boxes from education, industry best practices, awards, networking, employee engagement, giving back and much more.”

“SpaceGuard excels in many areas, with quick and reliable quoting and design services, and a knowledgeable team that offers valuable suggestions to meet clients’ objectives. Their experienced team is a valuable asset, and I consider them a valuable member of the team when it comes to Woven Wire Partition, Tenant Cages and DEA Cages.” –Ken Pahlke, Account Manager, Wolter Inc.

SpaceGuard Products is proud to receive this recognition and looks forward to continuing to serve its clients with excellence in the years to come. Eddie Murphy, President and CEO of SpaceGuard Products expressed his gratitude by saying, “It’s an honor for SpaceGuard to receive the Most Valuable Supplier award from the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association. To be recognized for a seventh consecutive year stands as a testament to our team’s dedication to support the network of distributors in this association. We will continue to strengthen our customer service and innovate our safety product offerings to ensure future success with these incredible partners.”

About SpaceGuard Products

SpaceGuard Products is a leading manufacturer of wire mesh partitions and area guarding products. These products include machine & robotic guarding, wire mesh storage lockers, rack safety panels, aisle guarding, mezzanine rail guarding and rack repair kits. With over 100-years of product experience, SpaceGuard Products is the most experienced wire company in the market today. All of SpaceGuard products/brands are proudly manufactured in Indiana along with all the raw materials purchased locally. We are committed to providing excellent products and service to our dealers and customers. For more information, visit www.spaceguardproducts.com.

About MHEDA

The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) is the premier trade association dedicated to serving all segments of the material handling business community.  MHEDA represents close 600 companies in the material handling equipment business.  Located in suburban Chicago, the association provides services to companies seeking to improve their business through education, networking, benchmarking and best practices.  For more information, visit www.mheda.org.

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Big Ten Storage Solved

The Situation

As the building approached its 100-year anniversary, the Purdue Memorial Union underwent a renovation with the goal of modernizing the space while preserving its history. In addition to new dining venues, performance stages, and collaboration areas, Purdue needed a secure storage solution to house equipment and materials for their Student Clubs.

The Solution

A visit to Purdue was necessary to determine what challenges and obstacles working in the basement of a 100-year-old building might bring. After the area was surveyed and measurements were taken, the SpaceGuard Customer Service team was able to build the perfect quote, providing Purdue with two potential solutions – BeastWire Partition Cages and/or BeastWire Lockers.

The premium offer, BeastWire Cages, offer a greater range of sizes and locking options, while BeastWire Lockers offer an economic solution that accommodates smaller storage needs. Ultimately, Purdue elected to install lockers for a more cost-effective solution.

“Purdue is extremely pleased with the simplicity and quality of the BeastWire Lockers, [and] the ability to buy from instate business is always a bonus!” –Dane Smith, F.A. Wilhelm Construction

Before the order arrived, the SpaceGuard team held a call with the installation team to ensure a painless and effective install. In the end, Purdue was satisfied with the clean look and enhanced security of the BeastWire lockers.

Take the Next Step

Whether you need storage for large or small items, SpaceGuard can find the right solution for you. Our BeastWire Partitions and Lockers can be easily configured to meet your needs.

Contact us today at 812.523.3044 or sales@spaceguardproducts.com and ask about our Quick-Ship program!

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Most Valuable Supplier Award for 2022

SpaceGuard Products has earned the prestigious MVS (Most Valuable Supplier) Award for achievements in 2021 for the 6th consecutive year. The MVS Award is granted by the industry’s trade association, MHEDA  to less than 10% of all member companies.  The MVS Industry Award recognizes companies who have demonstrated an exemplary commitment to their dealer network, employees, and community.

Qualifications for MVS Award

To qualify for the MVS Award, SpaceGuard Products had to meet a series of criteria in several important areas. In addition, to confirming an on-going commitment to safety and employee training, award recipients must provide documentation of active participation in a program that “gives back.”

MVS Award winners have demonstrated an overall commitment to business excellence in the following areas:

1. Industry Advocacy
2. Distributor Advocacy
3. Business Networking
4. Continuing Education
5. Business Best Practices

“For years, we have worked in partnership with SpaceGuard and also meet many of their employees and build wonderful friendships. They aspire to be the leader in the industry. SpaceGuard’s partnership with AK/WPRP is exemplary of the model to which we would like all suppliers to aspire. They have been a fun company to work with that also gives back to the community as well as giving back to MHEDA.” –Josh Smith, President, AK Material Handling Systems

About SpaceGuard Products

SpaceGuard Products is a leading manufacturer of wire mesh partitions and area guarding products. These products include wire mesh storage lockers, rack safety panels, aisle guarding, and mezzanine rail guarding. With over 100-years of product experience, SpaceGuard Products is the most experienced wire company in the market today. All of SpaceGuard products/brands are proudly manufactured in Indiana along with all the raw materials purchased locally. We are committed to providing excellent products and service to our dealers and customers. For more information, visit www.spaceguardproducts.com

About MHEDA

MHEDA is the premier trade association dedicated to serving all segments of the material handling business community.  The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association represents close 600 companies in the material handling equipment business. Located in suburban Chicago, the association provides services to companies seeking to improve their business through education, networking, benchmarking, and best practices. For more information, visit www.mheda.org.

Driver Access Cages: Making Your Warehouse Safe

At SpaceGuard Products, we’re always focused on the safety of your facility. Our FordLogan and BeastWire Driver Access Cages are a simple solution that allow you to control access to your factory floor, distribution center, or any other building entrance. This is done by installing our 2 or 3 sided cages around entry doors, limiting the entry for truck drivers, delivery personnel and other vendors. Our Driver Access Cages are available for Quick-Ship in our standard sizes, or they can be custom ordered to fit your specific needs.

Safety & Security

You need driver access cages surrounding your building entry doors to protect your warehouse employees and to protect the visitors that are coming in through those doors. When unauthorized personnel enter your facility, they wander around looking for someone to sign a ticket or complete paperwork, and they’re not aware of the safety hazards, such as fork truck traffic areas.

A driver access cage will confine a visitor to the entryway until someone greets them and allows them further access if necessary. Limiting access to your facility decreases the risk for accidents and protects your inventory. It’s a simple way to make your facility more safe and secure.

Driver Access Cage Configuration

The most common applications are two- or three-sided access cages, that can be built freestanding or anchored to the wall at the entryway. At SpaceGuard, you have options:

FordLogan Woven Wire

As part of our Quick-Ship program, FordLogan panels are constructed of 10-guage, woven wire, more commonly known as our UNI-MESH^TM 1 ½” diamond pattern. The woven wire mesh panels are stocked in standard heights of 7’, 8’ and 10’, and in widths of one-foot increments.

BeastWire Mesh

Standard BeastWire Mesh panels are constructed of 10-gauge wire, welded in a 2″ square mesh pattern. Panels come standard in one-foot increments up to 10′ wide and 5′ high.

Standard Features

Driver access cages utilize our standard hinge door with the panic bar on the facility side to allow employees to exit at any time. You have many options for lock types. A common selection for our customers is to utilize a digital keypad to control employee entry from inside the cage. Another important feature is the service window. The service window allows employees to interact with visitors through the shelved window, without granting them access to the entire facility.

Take the Next Step

In a busy warehouse, your employees don’t have time to monitor each entrance and worry about visitors wandering your floor. Make their job easier and keep everyone safe by installing a driver access cage. Contact us today at 812.523.3044 and ask about our Quick-Ship program!

SpaceGuard Products Solutions: From the Front Door to the Back Door of Your Facility!

Today’s business environment is moving faster than ever. Operational safety and security requirements are constantly evolving and are challenging to sustain. With SpaceGuard Products, you will find our solutions installed from the front door to the back door of your entire facility.

8 Possible Locations to find SpaceGuard’s Products in Your Facility—

1. 1. Window and door infill panels provide added protection from break-ins.
2. 2. Portable storage lockers to secure high-valuable parts
3. 3. Tool Cribs offering security against theft and saving money by controlling inventory.
4. 4. Rack Safety Panels fixed to the pallet rack storage systems to keep material secured in the rack.
5. 5. BeastWire RailGuard handrail and infill panels protect mezzanines or elevated work platforms.
6. 6. Wire mesh panels that secure airflow louvers along the side of your facility walls or ceiling skylights.
7. 7. Our newest product line RAGEWire creates a barrier to keep people and moving equipment out of the machine and robotic work zones in compliance with ANSI B11.19.
8. 8. Driver Cages protect the entrances and exits from unwanted visitors.

 Infill Panels for Windows and Doors

BeastWire or FordLogan Infill panels can secure all the windows and doors to your factory or warehouse. Like infill panels for the louvers, they provide added protection from intruders gaining access to your facility and making it a less likely target for break-ins. 

Portable Storage Lockers

Portable storage lockers are found in the front of facilities that offer retail customer options, such as Verizon stores. These lockers secure high-valuable products like cell phones, iPods, or laptops and provide easy portability with caster wheels to relocate as needed quickly. Also, many manufacturing facilities use these lockers for mobile parts storage on production lines. 

Tool Cribs and Wire Mesh Inventory Cages

Tool Cribs and wire mesh inventory cages provide maintenance personnel with a designated secure location to store and organize tools and parts. They protect against theft and help save money by controlling inventory.

BeastWire Mesh and Ford Logan panels offer easy visibility allowing personnel to see inside and outside the cage. Also, we stock slide-up service windows built into the caging systems and are available for immediate shipping.

BeastWire Mesh Rack Safety Panels

When it comes to preventing objects from falling into workstations, picking areas, and pedestrian aisleways, BeastWire Mesh Rack Safety Panels are a perfect solution for your rack uprights. The strength of these panels meets and exceeds the ANSI MH30.1 Steel Mesh Containment Panel standard impact testing protocol. These safety panels ensure that the rack flue spaces are free of debris which NPFA 13 requires for fire suppression compliancy.

Our rack safety panel and bit-part swing doors provide added security for your products and inventory stored in a rack. Adding wire mesh panels to selected areas on your rack gives protection not only from damage and theft but also provides controlled access to your high-cost items, hazardous materials, and quarantine items.

Infill Panels for Mezzanines

Mezzanines, or catwalks, provide additional storage and workspace above your warehouse floors. Traditional handrail systems that meet ANSI MH 28.3 are designed with large openings between the mid-rails. These handrail openings do not prevent boxes or other items from falling off the edge.

But how do you protect people, equipment, and products from items falling through the traditional open handrail? BeastWire RailGuard wire mesh handrail and infill panels prevent projectiles and other falling objects from exiting your elevated work platform at the handrail, catwalk, pallet drop area, and stairwell.

Infill Panels for Louvers

Another application for BeastWire or FordLogan Infill panels is to secure the vented fixed louvers along the factory or warehouse walls and skylights. These infill panels protect from trespassers gaining entry to your facility through these openings—making your facility a more difficult target for trespassers. 

RAGEWire Robotic Guarding

Our newest product line is found around commercial/industrial robots and factory machinery. RAGEWire Robotic Guarding consists primarily of five key components. Its simple, intuitive design protects your employees by keeping them out of automated work areas preventing injury while complying with the ANSI B11.19-2010 Standard (previously R15.06-1999). 

Our goal is to make buying and installing robotic guarding simple—plant a post, then hang a panel. We made it as seamless and cost-effective as possible.

Driver Cages

SpaceGuard Driver Cages guard all entrances protecting your employees by restricting people from entering your building. Unfortunately, after recent events like the incident at FEDEX in Indianapolis, providing protective guarding at your entrances has become a necessity for most employers. Adding driver cages to your entries can also contain drivers with potential illnesses, limiting the risk of exposure to your employees.

Conclusion

Whether it’s a BeastWire, FordLogan, or RAGEWire product application, you can count on guaranteed protection for your facilities, employees, and inventory. 

For an immediate quote, please contact customer service at sales@spaceguardproducts.com. 

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