Garlock Safety Systems FlexGuard Portable Guardrail
FlexGuard earns its best-in-class spot for Guardrails Fall Protection by combining true portability with tool-free setup, making it an economical alternative to permanent rooftop rails. Its lightweight, modular design delivers lower upfront cost and fast redeployment compared with heavier systems like KeeGuard, while offering broader coverage than single-opening solutions such as Gate2Go.
Tool-free setup
Featherweight carry
Tool-free setup
Featherweight carry
Review Summary
"Users praise the FlexGuard for its solid build, quick setup, and true portability for short-term and mobile rooftop work, though some note the components are heavy to move by a single person and the price is above budget options. Overall owners report reliable performance and good compliance with fall-protection requirements."
Flexes like rubber
Lightweight aluminum construction for easy transport and setup.
Flexes like rubber
Lightweight aluminum construction for easy transport and setup.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Optimized Work Efficiency
FlexGuard earns its best-in-class spot for Guardrails Fall Protection by combining true portability with tool-free setup, making it an economical alternative to permanent rooftop rails. Its lightweight, modular design delivers lower upfront cost and fast redeployment compared with heavier systems like KeeGuard, while offering broader coverage than single-opening solutions such as Gate2Go.
Tool-free setup
Featherweight carry
Flexes like rubber
Lightweight aluminum construction for easy transport and setup.
Tool-free snap-fit assembly allows deployment by two workers in minutes.
Tool-free setup
Featherweight carry
Flexes like rubber
Lightweight aluminum construction for easy transport and setup.
Tool-free snap-fit assembly allows deployment by two workers in minutes.
$800-1500 CAD
Northern Safety EdgeGuard Skyline System
EdgeGuard Skyline stands out as a market leader for engineered continuous-edge protection on low-slope roofs, providing a balance of stiffness and modularity that reduces intermediate anchorage needs. Technically more robust for long roof runs than portable options like FlexGuard and Gate2Go, it typically carries a higher installation cost but delivers lifecycle savings through fewer tie-off points and lower maintenance.
Quick skyline anchors
High-visibility rails
Quick skyline anchors
High-visibility rails
Review Summary
"Customers like the Northern Safety EdgeGuard Skyline System for its modularity, clean aesthetics, and robust anchoring, but a number of buyers mention higher-cost installation and occasional lead times for custom lengths. Users find it dependable for long-term perimeter protection on varied roof types."
Urban-cool flair
Modular components let you build continuous rooftop edge protection of any length.
Urban-cool flair
Modular components let you build continuous rooftop edge protection of any length.
Increased Safety & Security
Aesthetic & Personal Appeal
Optimized Work Efficiency
EdgeGuard Skyline stands out as a market leader for engineered continuous-edge protection on low-slope roofs, providing a balance of stiffness and modularity that reduces intermediate anchorage needs. Technically more robust for long roof runs than portable options like FlexGuard and Gate2Go, it typically carries a higher installation cost but delivers lifecycle savings through fewer tie-off points and lower maintenance.
Quick skyline anchors
High-visibility rails
Urban-cool flair
Modular components let you build continuous rooftop edge protection of any length.
Galvanized steel rails and posts meet CSA and OSHA structural requirements.
Quick skyline anchors
High-visibility rails
Urban-cool flair
Modular components let you build continuous rooftop edge protection of any length.
Galvanized steel rails and posts meet CSA and OSHA structural requirements.
$1500-5000 CAD
Safeway Gate2Go Portable Safety Rail
Gate2Go is optimized for temporary openings and quick fall-protection needs, with a self-closing gate and single-person deployment that minimizes labor costs on short-term jobs. While it does not replace continuous perimeter systems like Skyline or SafetyLink, its low capital outlay and rental-friendly profile make it the most cost-effective choice for intermittent access points.
Integrated access gate
Fold-flat storage
Integrated access gate
Fold-flat storage
Review Summary
"The Safeway Gate2Go is appreciated for its gate functionality and portability, making short-term perimeter access easier, though some reviewers report wear on moving parts after heavy repeated use and wish for thicker materials. Overall it’s seen as a convenient, affordable temporary solution."
Rolls like suitcase
Compact, foldable design for single-person transport and storage.
Rolls like suitcase
Compact, foldable design for single-person transport and storage.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Reduced Stress & Anxiety
Gate2Go is optimized for temporary openings and quick fall-protection needs, with a self-closing gate and single-person deployment that minimizes labor costs on short-term jobs. While it does not replace continuous perimeter systems like Skyline or SafetyLink, its low capital outlay and rental-friendly profile make it the most cost-effective choice for intermittent access points.
Integrated access gate
Fold-flat storage
Rolls like suitcase
Compact, foldable design for single-person transport and storage.
Spring-loaded self-closing gate mechanism for fast access control.
Integrated access gate
Fold-flat storage
Rolls like suitcase
Compact, foldable design for single-person transport and storage.
Spring-loaded self-closing gate mechanism for fast access control.
$300-800 CAD
Kee Safety KeeGuard Rooftop Guardrail
KeeGuard is the market-leading permanent rooftop guardrail solution prized for its heavy-duty materials, proven fittings, and compliance with stringent standards, offering superior corrosion resistance and long service life. Although its initial capital expense is higher than portable alternatives, KeeGuard frequently delivers the best total cost of ownership in high-traffic or long-term installations compared with lighter temporary systems.
Permanent rooftop guard
Galvanised steel strength
Permanent rooftop guard
Galvanised steel strength
Review Summary
"KeeGuard receives strong praise for its durable construction, engineered components, and comprehensive compliance documentation, with most users finding it a long-term, low-maintenance solution despite a higher upfront cost. Installers and facility managers consistently rate it as a market-leading rooftop guardrail."
Stormproof stoic
Heavy-duty modular system engineered for permanent rooftop installations.
Stormproof stoic
Heavy-duty modular system engineered for permanent rooftop installations.
Increased Safety & Security
Optimized Work Efficiency
KeeGuard is the market-leading permanent rooftop guardrail solution prized for its heavy-duty materials, proven fittings, and compliance with stringent standards, offering superior corrosion resistance and long service life. Although its initial capital expense is higher than portable alternatives, KeeGuard frequently delivers the best total cost of ownership in high-traffic or long-term installations compared with lighter temporary systems.
Permanent rooftop guard
Galvanised steel strength
Stormproof stoic
Heavy-duty modular system engineered for permanent rooftop installations.
Slip-fit castings and high-strength tubular rails for industry-leading durability.
Permanent rooftop guard
Galvanised steel strength
Stormproof stoic
Heavy-duty modular system engineered for permanent rooftop installations.
Slip-fit castings and high-strength tubular rails for industry-leading durability.
$2000-8000 CAD
BlueWater SafetyLink Perimeter Guard System
SafetyLink targets complex perimeters with an integrated guardrail-plus-tie-in approach that reduces reliance on personal fall-arrest equipment and simplifies compliance across irregular roof geometries. Technically advantaged by combined lifeline and continuous-rail options, it can carry a premium price but often lowers program costs by streamlining inspections, reducing fall-arrest training needs, and enabling safer single-system fall protection compared to piecemeal solutions.
Modular perimeter kit
Fast reconfiguration
Modular perimeter kit
Fast reconfiguration
Review Summary
"The BlueWater SafetyLink Perimeter Guard System is rated positively for customizable layouts and cost-effectiveness, but several buyers report more assembly time and occasional fitment issues compared with premium brands. It’s generally regarded as a good mid-range option when customization matters."
Snaps into place
Ballasted non-penetrating design protects roof membranes while providing secure edge protection.
Snaps into place
Ballasted non-penetrating design protects roof membranes while providing secure edge protection.
Increased Safety & Security
Optimized Work Efficiency
Time-Saving Convenience
SafetyLink targets complex perimeters with an integrated guardrail-plus-tie-in approach that reduces reliance on personal fall-arrest equipment and simplifies compliance across irregular roof geometries. Technically advantaged by combined lifeline and continuous-rail options, it can carry a premium price but often lowers program costs by streamlining inspections, reducing fall-arrest training needs, and enabling safer single-system fall protection compared to piecemeal solutions.
Modular perimeter kit
Fast reconfiguration
Snaps into place
Ballasted non-penetrating design protects roof membranes while providing secure edge protection.
Quick-connect rail joints enable scalable perimeter layouts without welding.
Modular perimeter kit
Fast reconfiguration
Snaps into place
Ballasted non-penetrating design protects roof membranes while providing secure edge protection.
Quick-connect rail joints enable scalable perimeter layouts without welding.
$1200-6000 CAD