GRP Platforms

• GRP platforms are corrosion and resistant to most common chemicals and need little or no maintenance (full details available)
• Designed in accordance with BS 4592 industrial-type flooring and stair treads
• Profiles available to order in steel grey or with high visibility safety yellow
• Long-lasting & durable: GRP structures have been in service for 50+ years
• GRP access platforms are suitable for most environments, exterior or interior
• Fire retardant options: materials in accordance with EN 13501-1:2007 & BS 476 Part 20 & 21

• The relative light weight of GRP makes for easy transport, handling and reduced load on existing structures
• Rapid and simple fabrication: no welding is needed on site. We will also provide a range of fasteners to suit all scenarios
• Extremely low electrical conductivity means GRP platforms are good for use near electrical installations
• Good impact resistance
• Low thermal conductivity means the structure can be erected in extremely cold environments
• Easily cleaned (with the use of mild detergent)
• Fabrication and installation service available

Resin Types:

• Type I

Resin Base:

• Isophthalic Polyester

Characteristics:

• Std: steel grey or safety yellow colour.
• Industrial grade corrosion resistance.
• Operating temperature range -50^oC to 105^oC.

Applications:

• Suitable for most general industrial environments including contact with mid concentrations of inorganic acids and alkalis

Constituent Profiles are Manufactured and Tested in Accordance with:

• ISO9001:2008
• EN13706
• EN 13501-1:2007
• BS 476 Part 20 & 21

Can be Fixed to:

• GRP grating platforms, concrete, metal or wooden substrates

Construction Methods

• GRP platforms are typically assembled using stainless bolt, specialist industrial adhesives and rivets.  Custom made reinforcement/joining brackets and plates are also deployed.
• Typical fixtures to concrete substrates are achieved using expansion anchors (stainless/galvanised or zinc plated) or chemical anchors along with further plates and brackets.

Colours:

• Steel Grey (standard stock)
• Safety yellow (limited stocked range)

To Order:

• Other resin types and any RAL colour*

Section Dimensions:

• All structures are bespoke made with a design service available

Additional Options:

• GRP access ladders
• GRP staircases

A drawing and engineering service is available for these products. Please contact us for further information.

*Note: minimum order quantities and lead times apply.

GRP access platforms are suitable for most industrial and commercial environments. As well as complying with all key quality standards, our platform and access stairs solutions offer a low maintenance, long service life and are highly cost effective.

GRP platforms are perfectly suited to interior, exterior and harsh environments. Unlike alternative materials such as metal and wood, they are resistant against corrosion from many industrial chemicals. They will provide a safe, maintenance-free structure you can rely on for many years.

Our platforms are commonly incorporated into new build and refurbishment designs alike. These ultra-sturdy structures have shown proven in-service performance for 50+ years.

A typical composite platform construction would comprise the following:

• Horizontal platform frame
• Open mesh or covered GRP grating walking surface
• Protective GRP handrail system (including optional kicker plate)
• Structural columns
• Frame and column bracing

Access to the platform may be by means of:

GRP staircase with the following elements:

• Stringers
• Open mesh or covered stair treads with bolted fastenings
• Handrail system (top and mid rail, kicker toe plate)
• Wall/floor fixings/supports

– or –

GRP ladder with a combination of the following elements:

• Straight ladder
• Safety cage
• Safety gate
• Landing platform
• Wall/floor fixings/supports