I received the safety cage and immediately inspected the packaging for damage. There were none. However, after removing the cage from the box I noticed an outward bulge on one of the sidewalls of the pallet receiver. This defect would not affect the functionality or safety of the product but made me skeptical considering the manufacturer deemed this acceptable. Overall, I liked the cage. The cage was equipped with safety chains. Though to satisfy my concerns with the strength of the chain used to secure the cage to the pallet forks, I replaced the chain and carabiners with stronger ones. The safety cage has a welded U-clip on both sides of the cage.
These are used to secure the cage to the pallet forks via the chain and carabiners. These U-clips appear thin and are welded too close to the edge of the cage thus leaving too small of an opening to attach the carabiners. To improve the cage, I plan to replace the U-clips and install larger ones. In addition, I will add additional U-clips on the other end of the cage. This will allow me to safely secure the cage if I decide to load the cage with the entrance (open end) facing the tractor.
I am pleased I purchased this cage because it is safer than me climbing a ladder and it allows me to freely work on projects without risk of fumbling with tools while on a ladder. The price is slightly less than other vendors and the quality is just ok.