Safety Grating: Grate-Lock Interlocking Planks

Description

Looking for a high-performance, cost-effective safety grating solution that reduces installation expenses without compromising load-bearing strength?

Manufactured by ABX Metal, Grate-Lock Interlocking Plank Safety Grating features a unique interlocking side channel design, making it the ideal choice for industrial platforms, pedestrian walkways, and stair treads. By effectively distributing loads across adjacent panels, it enables longer spans with less structural support—saving you both material and labor costs.

Why Choose Grate-Lock Interlocking Plank Safety Grating?

In demanding industrial, commercial, and outdoor environments, reliable safety grating is paramount. The Grate-Lock system offers several key advantages:

Innovative Interlocking Channels: The male-female (FM) interlocking edge design allows panels to snap tightly together. Pre-punched holes in the side channels let installers bolt the planks together, significantly boosting overall rigidity.
Superior Load Distribution: Transmitting weight efficiently to neighboring planks allows for greater spans between supports. This means you can design with lighter-gauge steel and fewer support beams, lowering your overall structural budget.
Customizable Walking Surfaces: Choose high-friction “Traction Grip” for slip resistance in wet or oily conditions, or “Smooth” surfaces for general-purpose applications.
Fast, Flexible Installation: The interlocking design allows for quick on-site cutting, assembly, and fastening, greatly reducing labor time and project downtime.

Specifications & Materials of Safety Grating

To meet various project loads and architectural requirements, we offer Grate-Lock safety grating planks in highly versatile dimensions and durable materials:

Standard Dimensions & Sizes

Plank Widths: Available in 6″, 9″, and 12″ widths.
Channel Depths: Choose from 1‑1/2″, 2‑1/2″, 3″, and 4″ depths.
Note: We stock 24′ lengths to minimize waste during custom on-site fabrication (1‑1/2″ depth is available in 12′ length).

Interlocking Edge Configurations

We provide flexible snapping options to suit your design layout:

MM – Male-Male
FF – Female-Female
FM – Female-Male

Highly Durable Material Options

Pre-Galvanized Steel: Manufactured to ASTM A924 G90 standards in 14, 16, and 18 gauges. Excellent rust and corrosion resistance.
HRPO Uncoated Steel: Conforming to ASTM A1011 standards in 14, 16, and 18 gauges. Perfect for custom welding, powder coating, or post-fabrication finishes.

Installation Hardware & Custom Stair Treads

To ensure a seamless, secure installation, ABX Metal supplies custom fabrications and compatible accessories designed specifically for our safety grating:

Grate-Lock Stair Treads: Custom-built to your exact dimensions, featuring pre-punched end plates for rapid, secure mounting.
Heavy-Duty Fasteners:
- RTM-SW Hold-Down Clamps: Made of durable pre-galvanized steel (designed for 5/16″ bolts & fasteners).