Eaton B-Line series Grip Strut four diamond plank, 144" Grating length, 9.5" Grating width, Steel, 2.5" Channel size, Mill-galvanized, Grip Strut, 12 gauge steel
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Product Specs
- Application:
- Safe, sturdy footing where non-slip is required
- Channel Size:
- 2.5"
- Compliances:
- OSHA Compliant
- Material Gauge:
- 12 gauge
- Product Height:
- 2.5 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 144 in
- Product Weight:
- 5.7 lb
- Product Width:
- 9.5 in
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Finish:
- Mill-galvanized
- Product Material:
- Steel
B-LINE 42512 12 GL – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Is Grip Strut plank walkway OSHA compliant for catwalks and platforms?
Eaton B-Line Grip Strut four diamond plank is listed as OSHA compliant and is made for non-slip footing on work platforms, catwalks and stair treads. The four diamond pattern is the serrated, self-cleaning surface that sheds oil, water and debris rather than trapping it underfoot.
2) What gauge and material is the B-Line 42512 12 GL grating, and will it hold up outdoors?
It is 12 gauge steel with a mill-galvanized finish. Mill-galvanized means the zinc coating is applied to the coil before forming, so the flat surfaces are protected but the sheared edges and punched openings are bare steel. That is fine for covered or interior industrial use and light exposure; for sustained weather, washdown or corrosive atmospheres you want a hot-dip galvanized-after-fabrication or stainless plank instead.
3) How deep does Grip Strut plank sit, and how much clearance do I need under a platform?
The channel is 2.5 inches deep, which is also the overall height of the plank. Allow that 2.5 inches on top of your support steel when setting finished walking elevation, and plan your support spacing on centers, since the downturned channel legs carry the span between bearers.
4) Should I use plank grating or bar grating for a maintenance catwalk?
Plank like this Grip Strut runs as individual 9.5 inch wide pieces you lay side by side, which makes it easy to handle, easy to field cut, and easy to add or remove one piece for access. Bar grating comes in larger panels and generally carries heavier concentrated loads, but it is heavier to set and less convenient for narrow runs. For a walkway, stair tread or equipment access platform where footing and handling matter more than heavy wheel loads, plank is the usual pick.
5) How much does a 12 foot section of this Grip Strut plank weigh for handling and load planning?
The plank is listed at 5.7 lb, which is light enough for one person to carry a 12 foot length and set it in place without a lift. Low dead weight is part of why plank grating gets used on retrofit catwalks and equipment platforms where you do not want to add mass to an existing steel frame.
6) What is the manufacturer part number for this B-Line Grip Strut plank?
Order it as Eaton B-Line 42512 12 GL. That designation covers the four diamond plank in 12 gauge steel, mill-galvanized, 144 inch length with a 2.5 inch channel.
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