Used Roll Cages for Sale: What to Check Before You Buy

9 October 2026

Used roll cages for sale are fully refurbished roll cages that have been stripped, inspected, rebuilt and tested before being returned to stock. They are not second-hand cages sold as found — at Distribution Maintenance, every used roll cage is reconditioned to a clean, safe and reliable working standard before dispatch.

We hold a large stock of refurbished roll cages at our depots in Harlow, Essex and Grantham, Lincolnshire, ready for collection or delivery within 24 hours on most orders. We offer competitive rates and volume discounts across our full range.

What used roll cages are available?

Distribution Maintenance stocks the following refurbished roll cages for sale:

3-Sided A-Frame Roll Cage Trolley (Refurbished) — the most widely used roll cage in UK retail and distribution. Open front for fast picking and shelf replenishment. A-frame base allows empty cages to nest, reducing return transport costs.

3-Sided Z-Frame Roll Cage Trolley (Refurbished) — Z-frame base positions castors in each corner for added stability during use. Open front, nestable when empty.

4-Sided A-Frame Roll Cage Trolley (Refurbished) — all sides enclosed with a hinged front gate. Better load containment for loose or irregular goods during transit.

Full Security A-Frame Roll Cage Trolley (Refurbished) — completely enclosed with a locking front gate. Used for high-value goods including alcohol, tobacco, electronics, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

Plastic Laundry Cage (Refurbished) — rod infill rather than wire mesh, preventing snagging on delicate textiles. Plastic base for quieter running and moisture resistance.

Plastic Roll Cage (Refurbished) — Z-frame nestable plastic roll cage, available in 2-sided, 3-sided, 4-sided or full security configuration.

What does “refurbished” mean at Distribution Maintenance?

Refurbished means fully reconditioned — not cleaned and resold. Every used roll cage we supply has gone through the following process at our 12,000 sq ft Grantham facility:

• Strip-down and inspection — every component checked before any work begins
• Structural repair — frame welding, gate realignment, base repair where required
• Component replacement — worn castors, broken hinges, damaged mesh panels replaced with new parts
• Surface cleaning — all cages cleaned and presented to a professional standard
• No previous branding — all name branding stamped on or around the tubing is removed; cages are supplied without markings from previous operators

Shelves, name plates and spray painting of top corners are available at an additional cost. Contact us to discuss.

What to check before buying used roll cages

Not all used roll cages are equal. If you are sourcing refurbished cages from any supplier, these are the key things to check before committing:

1. What does refurbished actually mean? Ask the supplier what the refurbishment process involves. Cleaned and painted is not the same as structurally inspected and rebuilt. Confirm whether castors, hinges and mesh panels have been replaced, or whether the cage has simply been cleaned and relisted.

2. Are the cages in consistent specification? For operations where staff move cages across multiple sites or routes, consistent dimensions and gate configurations matter. Cages of different widths or heights complicate vehicle loading and create handling inconsistencies. Confirm that the batch you are buying is uniform in specification.

3. Is there a Safe Working Load rating? Every roll cage should have a stated Safe Working Load. Confirm the SWL before ordering, especially if you are using cages for heavy loads or stacking full cages. Do not assume the SWL is the same across different models.

4. Are replacement parts available? Castors, hinges and mesh panels wear over time. A supplier who also carries accessories and spare parts, and who offers a repair service, gives you a longer fleet lifespan than one who only sells cages.

5. What is the lead time? For operations with an immediate requirement, confirm that the stock is available and can be delivered within your timeframe. Distribution Maintenance holds a large stock holding ready for delivery within 24 hours on most orders, subject to peak periods.

6. Can you inspect before buying? For large volume orders, the ability to inspect stock at the supplier’s facility before committing reduces the risk of receiving cages that do not meet your requirements.

Why buy refurbished instead of new?

Cost — refurbished roll cages cost significantly less than new. For operations expanding an existing fleet or replacing worn units, the cost saving is material without any reduction in operational performance.

Availability — new roll cages sometimes carry lead times depending on stock and demand. Refurbished cages are available from stock for immediate delivery.

Sustainability — buying refurbished extends the working life of existing equipment and reduces the demand for new manufacturing. This contributes directly to sustainability targets and reduces the environmental cost per cage.

Same operational performance — a properly refurbished roll cage performs to the same standard as a new one. The difference is service history, not functionality.

When is new the better choice?

New roll cages are the right choice when:

• You are setting up a new fleet and need consistent specification across every unit from the start
• Your operation requires certifiable condition — for example, food production, pharmaceutical or healthcare environments where provenance documentation is required
• You need a specific configuration that is not currently available in refurbished stock

Distribution Maintenance supplies both new roll cages and refurbished roll cages. Contact us to discuss which option fits your requirement.

Volume discounts and accessories

We offer competitive rates and volume discounts on refurbished roll cage orders. For large fleet purchases, contact us directly to discuss pricing — we will beat any written quotation.

Roll cage accessories — integral shelves, retention straps, ID plates, castors and cage covers — are available alongside the cages themselves. For operations fitting accessories before deployment, our cage fitting and assembly service handles castor fitting, shelf installation and ID plate attachment at our facilities or on your site.

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