On The Wire

Creating a Clean and Secure Storage Space for QED
At WireCrafters, we pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of every customer. We recently partnered with Welch Equipment to provide a custom wire partition application for QED - Denver, a leading fluid handling and process equipment distributor. This collaboration allowed us to design and install a secure, durable partition system that enhanced safety and organization within their facility. Our team worked closely with Welch Equipment and QED to ensure the final installation met their operational requirements while maintaining WireCrafters’ commitment to quality and service.

Are Driver Cages Required? A Guide to Industry Regulations and Compliance
Driver cages are a solution that checks many boxes regarding warehouse safety and security. But are they actually required? The short answer is: it depends. Let’s break it down.

Mondays With Milt Final Countdown: Episode 16
This week on Mondays With Milt, the WireCrafters team heads out of the shop and into the great outdoors! We spent the day volunteering at Adventure Camp, held at Camp Crooked Creek—a beautiful 1,100-acre Scout reservation in Kentucky.

Comparing Wire Mesh vs. Solid Panel Driver Cages: Which is Right for You?
Securing your facility’s shipping and receiving area is a smart move, and driver cages are a simple and effective way to do just that. One of your first choices is whether to go with wire mesh or solid panel construction. Both are great options, but depending on your space and security needs, one may be a better fit than the other.

Custom Gas Gates Support Growing Developments
WireCrafters partnered with Material Handling Resources to deliver a custom wire partition solution for a valued customer needing secure and organized space management. This partnership highlights our commitment to working alongside trusted dealers to create tailored applications that enhance safety, efficiency, and security across various industrial environments. Together, we developed a solution that met the unique needs of the customer while upholding the quality and reliability.

Tech-Enabled Driver Cages: How Smart Locks and Access Control Are Changing Security
In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, security is no longer just about locks and keys—it’s about integration, automation, and real-time control. As facilities evolve, so must the tools we use to secure them. That’s where tech-enabled driver cages come in. By combining the robust structure of WireCrafters' Driver Access Cages with smart locks and access control systems, facilities can ensure higher security, efficiency, and accountability.

Mondays With Milt Final Countdown: Episode 15
This week, on Mondays with Milt, we’re taking things to a higher level! Milt gives us a tour of one of the new in-plant offices installed on the production floor.

The Hidden Costs of Not Installing a Driver Cage in Your Facility
Regarding facility security and efficiency, it’s easy to overlook certain areas that pose significant risks—like the receiving area. However, neglecting to secure this entry point can lead to costly consequences. One simple solution? Installing a Driver Cage.

Securing the San Francisco Flower Market
WireCrafters recently partnered with Engineered Products to provide a wire partition solution for a busy flower market in San Francisco. The market needed to protect valuable inventory while maintaining easy access for daily operations, so it turned to Engineered Products and WireCrafters for a secure and efficient storage solution. The result was a wire partition system designed to meet the specific challenges of a fast-paced retail environment, offering both protection and practicality.

How to Incorporate Driver Cages into Your Existing Warehouse Layout
Driver cages are an essential security feature in modern warehouses. They provide a designated area for drivers and visitors to check in without accessing the main facility. By installing a WireCrafters driver cage, you can increase security, streamline operations, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Here are some key design tips and space optimization strategies to help you seamlessly integrate a driver cage into your warehouse layout.

Mondays With Milt Final Countdown: Episode 14
This week on Mondays with Milt, we’re heading to the heart of WireCrafters' production process—our welding training booth.

OSHA and Driver Cages: Understanding Workplace Safety Regulations
Warehouses, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers are busy environments where safety is a top priority. Truck drivers and delivery personnel frequently enter these facilities, so it’s important to control access and keep unauthorized individuals out of restricted areas. OSHA sets clear guidelines to protect workers from hazards, including requiring barriers in high-traffic zones to prevent accidents. One of the most effective ways businesses can stay compliant and enhance workplace safety is by installing driver cages at facility entry points.