Back Extensions
Lozier back extensions are the vertical panel components that close out the upper portion of a gondola section above the base deck, and selecting the wrong height or finish against an existing installation is one of the most common and costly specification errors a store planner makes. These panels run from 24-inch heights up to 96-inch heights and across widths of 24, 30, 36, 42, and 48 inches (most-common set; the full catalog range covers 6", 12", 16", 18", 24", 30", 32", 36", 42", and 48") (most-common set; the full catalog range covers 6", 12", 16", 18", 24", 30", 32", 36", 42", and 48"), giving planners the dimensional range to match virtually any gondola run configuration currently on a retail floor. Getting the specification right before ordering prevents mismatch delays on active remodel timelines.
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Finish matching is the first decision to resolve. Platinum (PLT) and Charcoal (CHR) are standard finishes with the shortest ship windows, typically one to two weeks. W08 (Cool White) is a common specification for pharmacy and health-and-beauty runs; confirm against your existing installation before ordering. Because depths in this category are not parseable from catalog data, confirm the back extension depth against your existing Uprite specification before ordering to avoid interference with bracket clearance.
Buyers frequently misorder back extensions by specifying the panel height independent of the Uprite height they have installed. A 96-inch back extension requires a gondola section built to accommodate that height at the Uprite level. Back extensions must align with the Top Rail and, where applicable, the Center Rail mounting positions on the Uprite. Pegboard and solid panel back options are available in this category and are not interchangeable at the same section width, so confirm your merchandising intent before placing a line item. Optional Catalog Colors including IA1, N01, AA8, and others carry an 8 to 10 week production lead time and should not be specified on time-sensitive remodel projects without confirmed schedule buffer.
Call 800-934-6798 or email dan@gondolafixtures.com to confirm back extension depth compatibility with your current Uprite configuration and to verify lead times before committing to an Optional Catalog Color finish.
Back panel selection is the single decision that defines merchandising strategy for an entire gondola run: pegboard for hooks, Marteck for clips, slotwall for adjustable faceouts, and woodgrain for premium presentation.
- Back types: P (Pegboard), M (Marteck), ME (Econo Marteck), W (Woodgrain), PW (Pegboard-Woodgrain combo), PM (Mirrored Pegboard), S (Slotwall), SI (Slotwall with inserts)
- Heights: 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, 54, 60, 66, and 72in for single-piece configurations
- Two-piece combinations: 78in (BE48+BE36), 84in (BE48+BE30), 90in (BE48+BE36), 96in (BE48+BE42), 108in (BE66+BE36), 120in (BE66+BE48)
- Actual widths: 2ft = 22-17/32in, 3ft = 34-17/32in, 4ft = 46-17/32in
- Pegboard back load capacity varies by bottom rail specification; heavy duty bottom rail extends the section's rated load. Consult Lozier's install documentation for the current per-section rating on your bottom rail configuration
- Per-hook load capacity depends on hook gauge and back panel type; consult the Lozier catalog for the specific spec
- Standard finishes (Platinum, Charcoal, Cool White, Gray): in stock, ship in 1-3 business days. Catalog finishes: 8-10 weeks.
Configuration Reference
Lozier back extensions are available in nominal widths of 6, 12, 16, 18, 24, 30, 32, 36, 42, and 48 inches and in nominal back-panel heights run 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, 54, 60, 66, and 72 inches; heights above 72 are built by stacking two panels (for example 108 inches = BE-66 plus BE-36). This range supports single-height and stacked-panel configurations across standard and tall gondola runs used in grocery, drug, and general merchandise environments.
Three finishes ship on a standard one to two week schedule: Platinum (PLT), Charcoal (CHR), and W08 white. W08 accounts for the largest portion of in-category SKUs and is the default specification for pharmacy and health and beauty gondola sections where white paneling is a planogram standard. All other finishes are Optional Catalog Colors with 8 to 10 week production lead times.
Back extensions must be specified against the Uprite height of the installed section. A mismatch between panel height and Uprite height creates a gap at the Top Rail that cannot be corrected with accessory trim. Confirm the Uprite height on your existing installation before ordering any replacement or expansion panels in this category.
Pegboard (PEG/MTK) back extensions and solid panel back extensions occupy the same section width but are not field-interchangeable. Changing merchandising method from peg to shelf or shelf to peg requires a back panel swap, which affects the entire section configuration including Top Rail and Center Rail positioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Marteck and Pegboard back panels?
Pegboard uses the standard 1in grid hole pattern for steel peg hooks and scan hook labels. Marteck is a perforated metal panel with a different hole pattern that accepts clip strips, scan hooks, and specialty display hardware that is not compatible with standard pegboard. Most grocery and drug planograms specify Marteck for the center merchandise zone due to its flexibility with vendor display programs.
How do I specify a two-piece back panel for a tall gondola section?
For sections 78in and taller, order two back panel pieces that add up to the total section height, plus a Splicer Rail (RS) at the mid-height joint. Install the taller piece at the bottom. Common combinations: 78in = BE48 + BE36, 84in = BE48 + BE30, 96in = BE48 + BE42, 108in = BE66 + BE36, 120in = BE66 + BE48.
Can I mix back panel types within the same gondola run?
Yes. Back panel type can change section by section within a run. Common practice in grocery: Marteck on the main merchandise face, pegboard on aisle endcaps for hook-heavy layouts, and Mirrored Pegboard on high-visibility endcap features. Each section is independent as long as rail specifications match.
What is the load limit for peg hooks on a gondola back panel?
The bottom rail governs back panel load capacity, and the heavy duty bottom rail extends the section's rated load. Per-hook capacity depends on the hook gauge (9-gauge standard, 3/16in wire medium, 4-gauge heavy duty) and the back panel type. For tool, hardware, and heavy hard goods planograms, specify the heavy duty bottom rail and heavier-gauge hooks; consult Lozier's install documentation and hook-gauge specs to confirm the total section load and per-hook limits before finalizing the planogram.