Suitable for industrial and commercial environments, Glass Reinforced Polymer(GRP) access platform systems are designed to comply with all relevant standards such as BS 4592 & Eurocomp and provide a safe, maintenance free and cost-effective alternative to metal or wooden structures.
GRP is perfectly suited to interior, exterior and aggressive environments where industrial chemicals or acid/salt air may quickly degrade other structures. Commonly incorporated into new build & refurbishment designs alike, such 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 & mid rail, kicker toe plate)
- Wall/floor fixings/supports
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GRP ladder with a combination of the following elements:
- Straight ladder
- Safety cage
- Safety gate
- Landing platform
- Wall/floor fixings/supports