Metal pipes
Pipes remain organised instead of rolling on workbenches or pallets.
Storing round material
Storing round material: safely support pipes, shafts and round bars
Round material creates the same challenge for many companies: pipes, shafts, axles, rods or round bars do not sit securely on flat surfaces. They can roll away, slip, become dirty or move uncontrollably during transport.
PRIS-X was developed for exactly this application. The plastic storage prisms create a defined V-support for round material and help keep round components organised, ready for use and, if required, additionally secured.
Core problem
Why round material requires special storage
Round components behave differently from flat workpieces. Even small movements, angled pallets, uneven floors or vibrations during transport can cause pipes, shafts or round bars to change position.
Typical practical problems include:
- pipes rolling away on workbenches, pallets or in boxes
- shafts lying unprotected on wooden blocks or spacers
- round bars being difficult to stack in an organised way
- improvised wedges slipping or not matching the component length
- wooden supports becoming dirty, splintering or needing frequent replacement
- no repeatable securing method for shipping and transport
A suitable storage solution therefore has to do more than simply “place something underneath”. It should guide the round material, position it repeatably and adapt to different lengths and workflows.
Pipe storage
Guide pipes cleanly and prevent rolling
Pipe storage is often about order, access and safety. Pipes should remain within reach, but must not roll away uncontrollably or knock against each other.
PRIS-X forms a V-support in which pipes sit more defined than on flat surfaces or simple wooden strips. The modules can be arranged according to pipe length and connected to each other if required. This creates a reusable support for warehouses, workshops, packaging or shipping preparation.
Plastic pipes
The V-support improves repeatable placement and removal.
Stainless steel pipes
Clean plastic supports replace improvised wooden strips.
Hydraulic lines
Round lines can be prepared, stored and transported in a defined way.
Shaft storage
Store precise components in an organised way
Shafts, axles, spindles and piston rods often need to be stored not only safely, but also cleanly, visibly and repeatably. Machined or sensitive surfaces in particular should not be placed unnecessarily on rough wooden surfaces or dirty spacers.
PRIS-X supports shaft storage with a defined support surface and modular length. Short shafts can be supported with just a few modules, while longer components can be supported with several connected modules.
- temporary storage in production
- provision at assembly stations
- inspection and quality control
- internal transport
- shipping preparation
Stacking aid and securing
Storing and stacking round bars
Round bars and rod material are often bundled, sorted or stored in layers. Without a defined support, stacks can quickly become unclear. Individual bars may roll, move sideways or become difficult to remove.
Stacking aid
PRIS-X can be used as a stacking aid for round bars, pipes and shafts. The V-geometry helps build individual layers in a more controlled way.
Lower V-geometry
The lower V-geometry can also help guide stacked layers and reduce sideways movement.
Pallet securing
On pallets, in transport boxes or in frames, the support must match the movement that occurs during transport.
Transport securing
Openings allow additional fixation with cable ties or securing straps for longer transport routes and recurring packaging processes.
Transport
Securing round material on pallets or in boxes
Round material is not only stored, but often transported as well. On pallets, in transport boxes or in frames, the support must match the movement that occurs during transport.
PRIS-X has openings through which cable ties or securing straps, for example, can be guided. This allows the component, storage prism and packaging solution to be connected more firmly. This is especially useful for longer transport routes, shipping or recurring packaging processes.
Securing pipes on a pallet
Pipes can be positioned and additionally fixed.
Fixing shafts in transport boxes
The defined support helps create repeatable packaging.
Preparing round bars for shipping
Rod material can be prepared and secured in a more organised way.
Positioning components in frames
Module strings can be additionally connected depending on the application.
Material comparison
Plastic instead of wood or metal
In many companies, round parts are secured with wooden prisms, wooden blocks, wedges or self-made spacers. This can work in the short term, but is often impractical in recurring processes.
PRIS-X is made of plastic and offers several advantages:
- easier to clean than wooden prisms
- no splinters as with wood
- consistent shape instead of varying wood quality
- lighter than metal prisms
- easier to handle when frequently repositioned
- reusable for different applications
- suitable for storage, provision and transport
Metal prisms can be robust, but are often heavier and not always practical for simple storage or shipping tasks. Wooden prisms are quickly available, but often less clean, less durable and less repeatable.
Storage prism, V-support, stacking aid or transport securing?
Depending on the search term, the same basic problem is described in different ways. Some search for a storage prism, others for a V-support, a stacking aid for pipes or a way to prevent rolling.
- storage prism for round material
- V-support for pipes and shafts
- stacking aid for round bars and rods
- roll protection for round components
- transport securing with additional fixation
- reusable alternative to wooden prisms
This makes PRIS-X especially suitable for companies that are not looking for a one-time spacer, but for a repeatable solution for storage, provision and transport.
Selection
When is defined round material storage worthwhile?
A technical solution is especially worthwhile when round material is regularly moved, stored or shipped. The more often a process is repeated, the more important order, reusability and secure positioning become.
Regular securing
Pipes or shafts regularly have to be secured again.
Improvised aids
Wooden blocks or wedges are repeatedly adjusted.
Repeatable packaging
Transport packaging has to be built repeatably.
More order
Components are stored inconsistently or unclearly.
Less effort
Employees lose time searching, repositioning or re-securing.
Cleanliness
Cleanliness and surface protection matter.
Sample testing
What information is important for selection?
To assess whether PRIS-X is suitable, only a few details about the application are usually needed. With this information, it is easier to assess whether PRIS-X should be used as a storage prism, stacking aid or transport securing solution.
Whether a storage solution fits depends on the specific component. Diameter, length, weight, surface and process flow determine how the modules should be arranged and whether additional fixation makes sense.
PRIS-X can be tested as a sample with real round material. This makes it possible to check whether the support is secure, clean and practical enough for later use.
Helpful details
- type of round material: pipe, shaft, round bar, axle or rod
- diameter
- length
- weight
- surface
- quantity
- storage location: workbench, shelf, pallet, box or frame
- purpose: storing, stacking, transporting, shipping or providing
- desired fixation with cable tie, strap or screw
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about storing round material
How can pipes be stored safely?
Pipes should be supported in a way that prevents them from rolling away, knocking against each other uncontrollably and still allows easy removal. A V-support or storage prism helps position pipes more reliably.
How can shafts be secured against rolling?
Shafts can be guided in a V-shaped support using suitable storage prisms. During transport or shipping, additional fixation with straps or cable ties can be useful.
What is a stacking aid for round material?
A stacking aid helps place pipes, round bars or shafts in layers in a more controlled way. It reduces uncontrolled rolling and improves order in storage or packaging.
Is plastic better than wood?
Not necessarily in every application, but for recurring storage and transport processes, plastic offers clear advantages. PRIS-X is easier to clean, splinter-free and reusable. Wood is often an improvised solution with varying quality.
Can PRIS-X be used for pallet securing?
Yes, depending on the application, PRIS-X can be used on pallets and additionally secured with cable ties, straps or screws. Weight, diameter, transport route and packaging structure are decisive.
Samples & advice
Test PRIS-X with your own round material.
Briefly describe the component, diameter, storage location and securing goal. This helps assess whether PRIS-X is useful as a storage prism, stacking aid or transport securing solution.