The Illinois Engineered Products XPWM1318 Portable Folding Gate is a heavy-duty, adjustable barrier designed to temporarily restrict access in rack aisles, hallways, or equipment areas. This extra heavy duty wall‑mount gate folds compactly when not in use and can be rolled after folding, allowing rapid reconfiguration of workspace to respond to changing conditions or maintenance needs. When deployed, the unit expands to close off openings from 13' to 18' wide and stands 6'6" tall, providing a substantial physical barrier that can be positioned quickly without permanent installation.
Constructed with galvanized 14-gauge lattice framing and reinforced by 11-gauge CRS components, the XPWM1318 emphasizes durability in industrial settings. The gate includes 3" casters for mobility and a padlock hasp for securing the barrier in a closed position. The system ships assembled and ready to use, with a wall‑mount attachment option that supports fixed installations where you want a secure, temporary divide that remains out of the way when not needed. The package details emphasize compatibility with adjustable widths, as weaker, starter, and adder configurations let you extend the barrier in 6' increments to fit an exact opening.
In practice, this gate supports a range of use cases from protecting personnel and equipment during maintenance to restricting access to crowded or hazardous work zones. Consider how often you expect to reposition the barrier and whether wall mounting best suits your facility layout. The unit’s ability to fold, roll, and store in a closet when not in use helps minimize footprint in tight spaces, while the optional powder coating and wall/floor mount configurations offer tailoring for specific environments.
Features:
- Instant security for open areas
- Expands to close off varying widths; folds away for storage
- Fully collapsed height 6'6" with 3" casters for mobility
- Starter gate expands to 12 ft; add unlimited 6 ft adders for exact width
- Wall-mount attachment available; padlock hasp included
- Extra heavy duty construction with galvanized and zinc-plated components
- Fits Widths:
- 13' to 18'
- Expanded Height:
- 6'6
- Collapsed Height:
- 6'6
- Type:
- Extra heavy duty
- Attachment:
- Wall
- Lattice:
- 3/8 x 3/4 14 gauge galvanized, with 1/4 x 1/2 zinc plated steel rivets
- Assembly:
- Ships standing and assembled, ready to use
- Axle:
- 2-1/4W x 24D x 1H, 11-gauge CRS, zinc-plated
- Casters:
- 3Dia., 2 per axle
- Support Bars:
- Galvanized 3/4 round tubing
- Transport Strap:
- 11-gauge U-channel, welded to axle
- Locking Bar:
- 3/16 angle iron, zinc plated
- Finish:
- Electro-galvanized
- Weight:
- 440.0 lbs. ea.
- Package Size:
- Each
