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Open Glass Trucks

Engineered open-deck frails ensure safe, stable glass transport and load support.

Open-deck truck frails for external glass transport, built from lightweight T6 aluminium with secure pole retention and raised base blocks for strong, reliable load support.

Purpose-Built External Frails

Full-length racks sized to truck deck and glass height provide secure exterior load transport.

Strong & Lightweight Construction

T6 aluminium main frame with galvanised steel reinforcement maximises strength-to-weight performance.

Secure Non-Marking Retention

Sliding non-marking blocks and strap poles keep glass stable without surface damage.

Flexible Layout & Capacity Options

Single- or double-sided racks with optional internal racks and tray supply to suit your fleet.

SPECIFICATIONS
  • External frails designed for open-deck trucks

  • Raised base blocks for accurate load positioning

  • Slotted base system for adjustable bottom pole location

  • Non-marking polymer bearers and blocks for glass protection

  • Sprung upper pole location pins for quick securing

  • T6 aluminium rack construction with galvanised steel support

  • Gusseted top and bottom brackets for added longevity

  • Proven long-life, low-maintenance structure

  • Designed and fabricated in Australasia

OPTIONS
  • Single- or double-side external rack configurations

  • Optional internal racks for added capacity

  • Tray supply or integration with existing factory deck

  • Height extensions (five increments up to 500 mm)

  • Scissor clamps for extended retention reach

  • Custom sizing for specific truck lengths and glass heights

  • Storage volume maximisation with internal rack additions

    • External frails designed for open-deck trucks

    • Raised base blocks for accurate load positioning

    • Slotted base system for adjustable bottom pole location

    • Non-marking polymer bearers and blocks for glass protection

    • Sprung upper pole location pins for quick securing

    • T6 aluminium rack construction with galvanised steel support

    • Gusseted top and bottom brackets for added longevity

    • Proven long-life, low-maintenance structure

    • Designed and fabricated in Australasia

    • Single- or double-side external rack configurations

    • Optional internal racks for added capacity

    • Tray supply or integration with existing factory deck

    • Height extensions (five increments up to 500 mm)

    • Scissor clamps for extended retention reach

    • Custom sizing for specific truck lengths and glass heights

    • Storage volume maximisation with internal rack additions

PRODUCT DEMONSTRATON
REQUEST A QUOTE

We’ll work with you to provide an accurate quote based on your specific vehicle and requirements. Our team will design and fabricate a solution that perfectly fits your needs and vehicle specifications. 

WHY CHOOSE METALCRAFT

Our products are engineered for durability, safety, and efficiency — trusted by glazing and window experts across New Zealand and around the world.

PROVEN EXPERTISE

With over 30 years in glass, window, and flat-panel handling, our team solves complex challenges with practical, industry-led solutions that improve safety, reliability, and productivity.

Performance engineered

Every product is built in-house using advanced CAD, 3D modelling, and proven manufacturing systems—ensuring precision, durability, and long service life.

skills & Quality 

From design to fabrication, our qualified tradespeople and supervisors work with steel, aluminium, and specialised materials to deliver world-class results.

Trusted Worldwide

Proudly New Zealand-made and exported globally, our equipment is recognised for innovation, robustness, and delivering strong return on investment through safer handling and reduced damage.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR RETENTION SYSTEMS

View our external retention system information and extending your external frails

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Let’s Build Something Together

Our process is designed to be easy, efficient, and flexible. No matter how your vehicles are currently being fitted out, we can support you locally or internationally through our trusted network of installers. We’re happy to collaborate directly with your dealer or supplier to deliver the best outcome.

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