A “Sweet” Safety Upgrade for a High-Traffic Zone
GreenShift – Page-Building Gutenberg Blocks
Project Overview:
When a globally recognized confectionery manufacturer (let’s just say their candy characters and cookie bars are instantly recognizable) needs to tighten up safety, the solution has to be highly visible, operationally practical, and built for real industrial environments.
Their team was on our site, loved what they saw, and reached out about a custom industrial safety barrier that could help define a specific area more clearly. Dan Matz connected with them quickly, walked through our options, and helped turn a general idea into a clear, spec’d solution that matched their layout and goals. From the start, the priority was simple: create a barrier employees will notice and respect, something that’s easy to deploy in daily operations, but strong enough to hold up in a busy facility.
Their team was on our site, loved what they saw, and reached out about a custom industrial safety barrier that could help define a specific area more clearly. Dan Matz connected with them quickly, walked through our options, and helped turn a general idea into a clear, spec’d solution that matched their layout and goals. From the start, the priority was simple: create a barrier employees will notice and respect, something that’s easy to deploy in daily operations, but strong enough to hold up in a busy facility.
Stage 1: The Challenge
The existing dock doors showed visible wear and inconsistent operation. Track systems were outdated, door components had reached the end of their service life, and several openings required updated configurations to match how the facility actually operates today.
Because the project involved multiple dock positions, accuracy was critical. Door sizes, lift types, and overhead clearances all needed to be verified in the field to avoid costly adjustments during installation. The customer also wanted to ensure the new doors would be durable enough for frequent use while minimizing future maintenance.
The Solution: Custom Printed ZonePro Mounted Safety Barrier (DockStar + ZonePro)
DockStar recommended a ZonePro mounted safety barrier with custom branding, designed specifically for aisle and zone control. Mounted barriers are ideal for facilities that want a dedicated safety point that’s always there when you need it: no searching for equipment, no guessing where it goes, no inconsistent placement.
Why a mounted barrier works so well here
- Fast deployment: creates an instant physical/visual boundary without tools or setup each time
- Improved compliance: a real barrier is harder to ignore than signage alone
- Consistent zoning: always returns to the same place, reinforcing habits and procedures
- Reduced risk: helps separate forklift lanes from restricted areas and improves traffic flow clarity
What we built (spec highlights)
- A mounted barrier sized for the area (10′ mounted barrier requested, with custom banner coverage)
- Brackets + latch/hook configuration for secure closure
- Full-color printed banner for maximum visibility and on-brand messaging
This approach delivers the best of both worlds: industrial safety function + visual communication—all in one solution.
This project wasn’t just about blocking an aisle it was about making the message stick.
The customer wanted light, fun branding that would still support a serious goal: a barrier featuring a safety-equipped M&M character and a TWIX bar, paired with messaging that reinforces restricted access. That’s more than decoration—custom graphics increase attention and recognition, which can directly improve adherence in high-traffic areas.
DockStar’s marketing team worked directly with the customer to get the branding exactly right:
- Preferred fonts and layout style
- Exact brand colors and logo treatments
- Print-ready proofing so the customer could review and approve confidently
- A polished final design that looks “factory official,” not improvised
The result is a barrier that doesn’t just blend into the background—it stands out, communicates clearly, and supports the facility’s safety culture.
Why ZonePro Barriers Are a Great Fit for Warehouse Zoning
Through DockStar’s partnership with ZonePro, customers get heavy-duty industrial safety barriers designed for real-world use—forklift aisles, pedestrian lanes, access-controlled zones, maintenance areas, and staging locations.
Common applications
- Forklift traffic control (aisle closure, lane changes, restricted travel paths)
- Authorized personnel only zones (maintenance areas, quality zones, equipment rooms)
- Temporary or shifting layouts (seasonal production changes, projects, staged installs)
- Safety communication (clear messaging where risk is highest)
- Branding & Logo Display
ZonePro barrier options (perfect for SEO + internal linking)
On our Industrial Safety Barriers product category page, customers can explore:
- Mounted safety barriers for consistent, fixed-location zone control
- Mobile barrier stands for flexible, repositionable aisle blocking
- Attachment stands when mounting points aren’t available
- Custom printed barriers or standard safety messages for fast deployment
These systems help facilities implement warehouse safety barriers that are easy to use, highly visible, and built to withstand daily industrial wear.
The DockStar Difference: Fast Custom Design + Real Support
A big reason customers choose DockStar—especially for custom solutions—is the way we combine speed, clarity, and hands-on support.
With Dan leading communication and our marketing team supporting design, the customer got:
- Quick consultation on the right barrier type (mounted vs mobile)
- Guidance on sizing, mounting approach, and day-to-day use
- Fast creative turnaround with proofs that matched brand standards
- A reliable process from inquiry → design → production-ready artwork
When you’re ordering a custom industrial safety barrier, support matters. You want a partner who can translate your safety goal into a solution that’s functional, durable, and visually correct—without a long, painful back-and-forth.
Results: A Clearer Boundary, Better Compliance, and On-Brand Safety
With the new ZonePro mounted barrier in place, the facility gained:
- A more visible, more respected boundary to reduce unwanted forklift traffic
- A defined authorized-only zone that supports safe workflows
- Custom branding that increases attention and reinforces the message daily
- A professional installation-ready solution that fits the facility’s environment
The best part? The barrier doesn’t feel like a “rule”—it feels like part of the facility. And when safety looks intentional, people follow it.
Ready to Build Your Own Custom Safety Barrier?
If you’re looking to block forklift lanes, restrict access, or create cleaner zone separation, DockStar can help you spec the right configuration—mounted, mobile, or fully custom printed—based on your layout and safety goals.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1) What is a ZonePro safety barrier used for?
ZonePro barriers are used to create clear, highly visible warehouse zone separation—blocking forklift travel lanes, closing aisles, and restricting access to authorized personnel only areas. They’re a fast, durable alternative to cones, tape, and temporary signage when you need reliable traffic control.
2) Why choose a mounted safety barrier instead of cones, chains, or tape?
Mounted barriers provide a consistent, repeatable closure point that employees recognize and follow. Compared to cones or tape, a mounted industrial safety barrier is harder to ignore, quicker to deploy, and creates a more professional, permanent-feeling boundary without permanent construction.
3) Can DockStar create a fully custom printed barrier with our branding?
Yes. DockStar can produce custom printed industrial safety barriers with full-color graphics, messaging, and branding. Our team works with you on layout, proofs, and print-ready artwork—down to preferred fonts and brand color matching—so the barrier looks “facility official,” not improvised.
4) What ZonePro barrier options does DockStar offer?
DockStar offers multiple ZonePro configurations, including mounted barriers, mobile barrier stands, and attachment stand options for locations without mounting points. You can choose standard safety messaging or go fully custom. See options here:
https://dockstarindustrial.com/products/industrial-safety-barriers/
5) How does DockStar support customers during design and ordering?
From initial consultation through final proof approval, DockStar focuses on quick turnaround and clear guidance. Your sales rep (in this case, Dan Matz) helps select the best configuration for your layout, while our marketing team provides fast custom mockups and refinements so your barrier is both functional and on-brand.