Considerations for OEM Steel Bar Grating Materials
OEM steel bar grating material considerations are significant and must adequately offer the performance and strength necessary for quality results. At ECONSTEEL, we offer several solutions for steel bar grating suitable for a wide range of applications with material options that offer customizability for our customers. Our steel bar grating is designed specifically to bring safety, strength, and durability to applications for the industrial, construction, and architectural industries with a high-performance and low-maintenance solution. Take a closer look at some of the most important material considerations to keep in mind when searching for OEM steel bar grating.
The Basics of Steel Bar Grating
The majority of steel bar grating applications use it as a type of flooring to create a surface that is both safe and easy to maintain. While it originated as a solution for underground walkways that improve ventilation and provide traction in wet conditions, it has since evolved to be commonplace throughout a wide range of different industries that need walkways and surfaces. The non-slip properties make these kinds of walkways particularly useful in applications that involve frequently wet floors such as outdoor industrial yards or oil rigs.
The grating itself is crafted using a series of bearing bars that are welded together. Afterward, they are sage-locked or press-locked with perpendicular crossbars. These form panels that offer heavy-duty functionality in industrial applications capable of handling both pedestrian and vehicle loads.
Steel Bar Grating Materials
OEM steel bar grating can be crafted with several different materials, and ECONSTEEL offers four distinct materials for our customers: carbon, galvanized, stainless steel, and aluminum. In addition to the varying materials, the finish and texture of grating can be customized to better suit their intended end-use application. For example, safety grating is designed to prevent slip and falls by having a rough surface finish. Additionally, a high percentage of the material is "open", which allows for better drainage and airflow.
Carbon
Our heavy-duty carbon steel gratings are designed to support exceptionally heavy loads. With this kind of durability, carbon steel gratings are efficient investments that will last many years with proper maintenance. These gratings have much deeper and thicker bars that are joined together using high temperatures for a strong connection.
Galvanized
Galvanized steel gratings are useful for applications that will see the grating itself exposed to corrosion and rust. The galvanization process involves coating the steel with zinc to act as a protective layer against harmful substances. This makes them suitable for highly damp environments or any outdoor area that will see rain. Oil rigs commonly implement galvanized steel along with power plants and outdoor industrial facilities.
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is known for its strength and durability, so that's what you can expect from stainless steel grating. This kind of bar grating can hold up against high moisture conditions and humid environments, which is why it's so commonly used in water treatment facilities and chemical processing plants. Anything that experiences significant temperature fluctuations can benefit from the strength and durability of stainless steel. Several different grades of stainless steel can be used for grating including 304, 304L, 316, and 316L.
Aluminum
Aluminum bar grating is known for its lightweight properties and electrical conductivity. Because of this, they are used in both industrial and decorative applications. Plus, aluminum can withstand extremely cold temperatures without compromising its toughness, so it is especially useful for applications in freezing environments. Additionally, aluminum is non-toxic, non-magnetic, and resistant to bacterial growth.
Benefits of OEM Expertise
ECONSTEEL can offer OEM expertise that abides by specific design specifications allowing us to craft steel bar grating with tight tolerances. The end-use application matters, so having a customizable solution could be the difference between bar grating that merely gets the job done and bar grating that drastically reduces maintenance needs and safety risks while withstanding harsh and corrosive conditions.
When companies seek OEM expertise in steel grating manufacturing, they can experience a significantly reduced cost compared to trying to produce everything on their own. With our experience, we have built relationships with suppliers and steel mills across the globe offering easy solutions for companies that want to offer competitive prices. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises can benefit from OEM manufacturing since the enterprise would not have to front the cost of handling their factory production. ECONSTEEL also makes delivery easy, as we have our fleet of 12 vehicles including flatbed trucks and semitrailers capable of delivery within a 150-mile radius of our Great Lakes Region facilities.
Request a Quote for OEM Steel Bar Grating
At ECONSTEEL, we have more than a century of experience with carbon, alloy, and specialty steel products along with processing services for the machining, fabrication, and construction industries. When you are looking for an OEM steel bar grating supplier, we have the specialty equipment and knowledge necessary to create grating to exact specifications. As a vital part of infrastructure development, we have established relationships with major mills and suppliers including those across the globe, so we offer competitive prices and timely delivery schedules.
Reach out to ECONSTEEL to find the right solution for your steel grating needs. Our team will work with you to find the right materials for OEM steel bar grating whether it's aluminum, carbon steel, galvanized steel, or stainless steel. We have elevated the performance of steel products across innumerable industries including construction, manufacturing, maintenance, automotive, machine shops, and more. Contact us today to get the OEM steel bar grating you need.