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Welcome Welcome to your Armorgard Forma-Stor. The most secure solution for portable and fast-assembly storage. The collapsible walk-in container can be erected in minutes from flat-pack panels, making it safe, simple and secure! Please read this operational and maintenance manual...
Contents Safety information Product specification What’s included Tools you’ll need Getting to know your Forma-Stor How to assemble Dismantling the Forma-Stor Using the lifting eyes Optional extras Attaching the BlokkaBar Using the BlokkaBar Attaching the ramp Attaching the shelves Attaching the lights Storing the unit Transporting the unit Equipment care...
Safety information Before using the Forma-Stor, ensure any relevant risk assessments are carried out. Armorgard cannot be responsible for accidents that occur due to negligence. Ensure the Forma-Stor is fully assembled and that it is empty before lifting or moving it.
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Always take precaution to ensure unit is empty from people before locking the unit. Always follow safe lifting practices. You should stand as close to the load as possible so you don’t exert more force onto your back by extending the distance. Then bend your knees and keep your upper body upright so your legs do the lifting rather than your back.
Product specification Product Description Weight External Dimensions Internal Dimensions code (kg) W x D x H (mm) W x D x H (mm) Forma-Stor FR100-T FR100-T flat 2075x1120x2160 1920x970x1950 pack store Forma-Stor FR200-T FR200-T flat 2075x2075x2160 1920x1920x1950 pack store Forma-Stor FR300-T FR300-T flat 2075x2990x2160...
Getting to know your forma-stor Quick assembly, flat-pack, modular solution for on-site secure storage Roof panel End panel Side panel Door panel Side panel Floor Crane lifting Forklift skids 5-lever Collapsible Stackable eyes deadlock...
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Data plate which lists each unique product serial Crane lifting eyes number 5-lever deadlocks Forklift pockets for ease of transportation Suitable for Add up to 2 and 1mm use on-site 5 shelves material thickness...
How to assemble To begin assembling the Forma-Stor, Place one of the side panels on the place the base on a level, stable base, and use the 20mm bolts at surface. each end to locate the panel. Ensure it is supported safely whilst Next, position the rear panel to you use the 45mm bolts to secure form a corner.
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Fix pipe linchpins in each corner, There are two linchpins for each corner. and bolt in the 20mm bolts to secure it to the base. The door panel is the last panel to Place the other side panel on the be fixed on.
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Now place the roof on top. We Ensure the grooves in the roof fit suggest for extra persons to securely to the top of each of the support inside the unit to balance four panels. the roof. Lastly, fix the roof in place using The Forma-Stor is now ready the 45mm bolts provided.
Dismantling the Forma-Stor To dismantle the Forma-Stor, remove Remove the roof first, followed by the parts in reverse order to which the door panel, a side panel, the rear they were assembled. panel, and then the remaining side panel. Fixings can be bolted back into the panels for safekeeping.
Using the lifting eyes Before lifting, ensure that the bolts Attach the lifting equipment to all holding the lifting eyes are securely four lifting eyes and ensure that the in place. load is lifted evenly across all four eyes. Lifting eyes should only be used once confirmed by a qualified person on site.
Take your forma-stor to the next level with these optional extras Contact the Armorgard team to find out more about the optional extras for your product. BlokkaBar Ramp To enhance your To improve Forma-Stor’s accessibility when security moving heavy equipment...
Attaching the BlokkaBar (optional extra) To install the BlokkaBar, locate the Place the lock housing of the pre-drilled holes on either side of the BlokkaBar on the left side of the door. Then, remove the coach bolts door. The other housing should and blanking plate.
Using the BlokkaBar To unlock the BlokkaBar, place the Remove the bar by pulling it and sliding key in the keyhole of the lock on the it to the left. This will allow the access bottom, and turn. This will unlock, to the door’s locking system.
Attaching the ramp (optional extra) Position the ramp along the opening of When using the ramp, do not exceed the Forma-Stor, with the doors of the the 1 tonne UDL that it was designed unit open to improve accessibility when for.
Attaching the shelves (optional extra) Each size Forma-Stor unit can fit up to Locate the relevant inner slots on the five shelves. Do not exceed the 200kg back panel, and position the shelf by UDL the shelf was designed for. No tilting and inserting the pocket on its fixings are required for shelves.
Attaching the lights (optional extra) To attach lights to the Forma-Stor, Using a 5.5 self-drilling screw, attach locate the pre-drilled holes on the roof the light bracket to the roof using the panel. pre-drilled holes. Repeat these steps to install the second bracket. Check that brackets are secure, and Locate the 20mm hole located in the then clip the light into the brackets.
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Feed the loose end of cable from the A qualified electrician is required to lighting kit through the hole and clamp wire the chosen plug onto the end of it tightly using the gland. the cable. Carry out relevant electrical tests to ensure the system is functioning correctly and safely.
Storing the unit The Forma-Stor can be stacked in To save space, Forma-Stors that are its flat-packed form to save space assembled can be safely stacked up when storing. to 2 storeys high when empty. Ensure that all locks are secured when leaving the Forma-Stor unattended.
Always use the forklift pockets when transporting by forklift. When lifting the panels, use a trolley to ease manual handling if the panels are too heavy. During transport, ensure that the Armorgard can supply Forma-Stor Forma-Stor is secured to the carrier units pre-erected, please enquire to by strapping down the unit fully.
Equipment care The Forma-Stor is weather resistant and constructed with a durable powder coated finish, so it is suitable for outdoor use, however it does not mean it is waterproof. It is always important to note that any electrics or equipment susceptible to water damage should be sealed and placed higher up the Forma-Stor, using the optional shelves if necessary.
Warranty Armorgard products are built to last, and all have a manufacturer’s warranty of 12 months - please refer to the terms and conditions for what this covers. We also keep replacement keys and offer replacement locks for all Armorgard products up to five years old.
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