Top Rails
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Rails are the horizontal backbone that holds back panels in position and distributes merchandise load across the uprite span, every back installation starts with the correct rail selection.
- Four rail types: Top Rail (RT), Center Rail (RC), Bottom Rail (RB), and Splicer Rail (RS)
- Actual widths: 2ft = 22-17/32in, 3ft = 34-17/32in, 4ft = 46-17/32in (order by nominal section width)
- Splicer Rail required for all two-piece back installations: sections 78in tall and taller
- Second Center Rail required for sections 96in to 120in tall
- Heavy Duty Bottom Rail (RHDB) available for high back-panel load applications (up to 350 lbs total)
- Center Rails painted random neutral colors and not intended for visible merchandising surfaces
- Standard finish for Top and Bottom Rails: Platinum (PLT)
Configuration Reference
Lozier Top Rail connects two Uprites at the top of a gondola section and establishes the fixed height of the run. It is available in both 36-inch and 48-inch section widths and must match the Uprite spacing exactly. Top Rail is ordered with a finish code, either Platinum (PLT) or Charcoal (CHR), to match the existing installation.
Lozier Splicer Rail joins two gondola sections end to end within a continuous run and is not interchangeable with Center Rail. The Splicer Rail seats between two adjacent Uprites at mid-height and carries lateral load across the joint. Using a Center Rail in place of a Splicer Rail leaves the section junction without the correct structural seat.
Lozier Bottom Rail closes the base of the gondola section above the Base Bracket and Base Deck assembly. Bottom Rail height must be specified to align with the Base Bracket height already installed. A mismatch between Bottom Rail height and Base Bracket height creates a visible gap and prevents the Base Deck from sitting level.
Rail depth corresponds directly to the Base Bracket depth in the same section. A 19-inch (19D) rail requires a 19-inch Base Bracket. Ordering a deeper rail than the bracket beneath it overhangs the product zone and prevents proper shelf seating on Tilt-In (TL) and Drop-In (DL) shelf styles in that section.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a Lozier Center Rail and a Splicer Rail?
A Center Rail spans a single gondola section at mid-height between two Uprites to add rigidity within that section. A Splicer Rail joins two adjacent sections end to end and seats at the junction point between two sets of Uprites. They are not interchangeable, and installing the wrong one leaves either the section mid-span or the section joint without proper structural support.
How do I know which gondola rail depth to order for my store?
Rail depth must match the Base Bracket depth already installed in the run. Health and beauty sets use 13-inch rails, drug and convenience stores use 16-inch, grocery and general merchandise use 19-inch or 22-inch, and hardware or automotive sets use 25-inch rails. Ordering a rail deeper than the existing Base Bracket will prevent correct shelf seating on Tilt-In and Drop-In shelf styles.
Lozier gondola rail finish codes: PLT vs CHR
Platinum (PLT) is a light beige finish and is the most common finish in existing retail gondola installations across the United States. Charcoal (CHR) is a darker standard finish used in newer and remodeled store formats. Both are standard Lozier finishes, though availability by specific rail SKU, depth, and height combination varies. Call 800-934-6798 to confirm stock before ordering for a time-sensitive reset.
Lozier gondola rail section width compatibility
Lozier rails are manufactured in 36-inch and 48-inch section widths. The rail width must match the Uprite spacing in the existing run. A 36-inch rail installed in a 48-inch run will not seat flush against both Uprites, which compromises section rigidity and prevents Top Rail from locking the assembly correctly. Verify the section width of the existing installation before ordering replacement or additional rails.