Transport & logistics

Protecting infrastructure and employees at Trainz's new facility

When Trainz expanded into their new facility in Flowery Branch, GA, they saw an opportunity to elevate workplace safety. With valuable inventory and frequent forklift activity, ensuring the protection of employees and infrastructure was a top priority. Trainz turned to Boplan USA for innovative safety solutions, confident that proactive measures would safeguard their operations and support long-term growth.

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Trainz

The challenge

Moving to a larger facility brought new safety challenges for Trainz. Their high-value collectibles were stored in multi-aisle racking systems, and the constant movement of forklifts posed a significant risk of accidental collisions. Even minor incidents could damage fragile products, disrupt operations and endanger workers. Trainz needed a reliable safety strategy to prevent accidents, protect their assets and maintain a seamless workflow.

Protecting pedestrians and infrastructure from collisions

Our safety solutions

Trainz discovered Boplan at MODEX 2024 in Atlanta, one of the largest supply chain and logistics trade fairs in North America. When Richard Simpson, Technology Manager at Trainz, visited our stand at MODEX 2024, we had the opportunity to demonstrate our safety solutions first hand. It was clear that Trainz had made workplace safety a priority, and Richard quickly recognised how our expertise and innovative products could enhance their new facility. Recognising the critical need to mitigate potential hazards in their new warehouse, Richard collaborated with Boplan to develop a comprehensive safety plan tailored to Trainz’s unique operational needs.

Yellow Boplan TB 400 PLUS and RE RACK END in a Trainz facility

We were looking for a quality solution, and it quickly became clear to me that Boplan’s products had advantages in many different ways, from ease of installation to cost.

Richard Simpson

Technology Manager, Trainz

Safety barriers and rack protection

After a thorough facility assessment, Boplan recommended a robust safety system featuring:

TB 400 PLUSsafety barriers: Designed to create strong, highly visible barriers, these safety barriers effectively separated pedestrian walkways from forklift traffic zones. By clearly delineating safe walkways, they drastically reduced the risk of accidental collisions, creating a safer working environment where employees could move around with confidence.

Yellow Boplan TB 400 PLUS in a Trainz facility

Yellow Boplan RE RACK END in a Trainz facility

RACK END protectors: Strategically placed at the ends of racking structures, these protectors absorbed and deflected forklift impacts, preventing structural damage to the racks and protecting valuable inventory from falling or being crushed. This layer of protection not only preserved the integrity of the storage system but also reduced repair and replacement costs.

By implementing these safety features, Trainz achieved a safer, more organised workspace, where clear traffic zones improved overall workflow efficiency.

About Trainz

Trainz is a leading online e-commerce retailer specialising in model trains and hobby collectibles. They are renowned for offering a wide range of high quality products through their robust digital platform, complemented by exceptional customer service. Their investment in Boplan’s safety solutions underlines their commitment to creating a safe, efficient workspace that supports their fast-paced logistics and ensures the safe handling of valuable inventory. As Trainz continues to grow and evolve, they remain steadfast in prioritising safety and operational excellence.

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