B-Line Eaton series Grip Strut three diamond plank, 144" Grating length, 7" Grating width, Steel, 2" Channel size, Mill-galvanized, Grip Strut, 12 gau

Yes, the 32012N Grip Strut plank is listed as OSHA compliant. The three diamond serrated openings give the non-slip footing OSHA looks for on elevated walkways, stair treads and equipment platforms where a slip hazard exists.

The plank is steel with a mill-galvanized finish, meaning the zinc coating is applied to the coil before forming, so the sheared edges and punched diamonds are bare steel. It handles normal covered or light outdoor exposure, but for constant wet, wash-down or coastal service you want a hot-dip galvanized-after-fabrication or stainless plank instead.

The diamond count describes how many rows of serrated openings run across the tread face, which sets the walking width. This three diamond plank gives a 7 inch wide surface on a 2 inch channel. Fewer diamonds narrows the tread for stair treads or single-file access; more diamonds widens it so fewer pieces are needed to make up a platform. Pick the count by the finished walkway width you need, and use the same 2 inch channel depth throughout so everything sits at one elevation.

Listed weight is 4.5 lb, and the plank is formed from 12 gauge steel. One person can carry a 12 foot length, though two sets of hands make it easier to land on supports without flexing.

Yes. The plank is 12 gauge steel and cuts with a bandsaw or abrasive chop saw to suit your span. Because the finish is mill-galvanized, any field cut leaves bare steel at the edge, so touch it up with a cold galvanizing compound if the walkway sees moisture.