Installation guide

1. Preparation

Good installation starts with accurate measurement. Before ordering panels, confirm the area, the supports and the panel orientation.

Measuring

Measure the width and length of the area, column and pipe penetrations, and edge gaps. Depending on the model, our standard panel sizes are 1000×4040, 1220×3660 and 1000×3000 mm; planning the layout around these sizes reduces cutting waste.

Support spacing

The support span is the gap between the two supports under the panel. The larger the span, the lower the load that can be carried: 38×38 H38 carries a point load of approx. 875 kg at 600 mm and approx. 305 kg at 1000 mm. To choose the model by span, use the selection tool or the load table.

Panel orientation

Moulded grating has bidirectional strength; even so, lay the load-bearing bars at right angles to the supports. This transfers the load to the supports by the shortest path.

2. Cutting

Panels can be cut on site with a circular saw. If you prefer, we can supply panels cut to your sizes; cutting and edge finishing are part of our production process.

• Use a blade suitable for cutting composites, and cut along a straight line with the panel clamped.
• Cutting produces glass fibre dust: wear a dust mask, safety glasses and gloves; where possible, cut outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
• After cutting, sand the edges smooth so that no burrs or fibre ends remain.

3. Fixing

Panels are fixed to the structure with M-type clips. The clip grips the grating bars from above and is screwed to the support beneath.

• Fit one clip at each of the four corners of every panel.
• Along the long edges, common practice is one clip approximately every 1 m; we confirm the spacing together for your project according to load and use.
• Align adjacent panels as you fix them; tighten the screws enough for the clip to hold without crushing the bar.

4. Supports

The panel edge must bear sufficiently on the support; we determine the bearing length together for your project. A panel whose edge overhangs a gap or does not sit fully on the support will not perform safely under load.

• Support surfaces must be level and flat so that the panel sits fully on every support.
• Compare the span with the load rating of the model you have chosen; values are approximate and are calculated for each project.
• For panels cut around columns, pipes and equipment, plan an additional support under the cut edge.

5. Stair treads

Stair treads are cut from moulded grating and the anti-slip nosing is given a gritted surface. Fix the tread to the stringers; the gritted nosing must be at the front edge of the tread, facing the direction of travel.

• Measure tread width and depth on site; cut every tread to the same size.
• The nosing must be at the front and the tread level; a sloping tread reduces slip resistance.
• Fix each tread at its corners on both sides.

6. Cleaning and maintenance

Composite grating does not rust and needs no painting. Water and detergent are enough for cleaning; thanks to the open mesh, water and dirt drain through the grating.

• Wash the surface with water and detergent, then rinse with plenty of water.
• No paint, primer or rust inhibitor is needed.
• When cleaning a gritted surface, avoid hard tools that could wear away the anti-slip grit.
• If you see a loose clip or screw, retighten it.
• In chemical environments, ask us if you are unsure which cleaning agent to use.

7. Safety notes

• Wear a dust mask, safety glasses and gloves when cutting and sanding.
• Wear gloves when carrying panels; cut edges and fibre ends can pierce the skin.
• Do not step on an unfixed panel; do not work on a panel until it is clipped.
• Mark and barrier off open gaps until installation is complete.
• Composite grating is an electrical insulator; in energy facilities, still follow the site's own safety rules.
• Load, span and fixing details require project engineering; table values are approximate.