What are some common applications of bar grating?
The most typical use of bar grating is for industrial flooring. Openings allow material to fall through for limited maintenance. Bar grating also has an excellent strength-to-weight ratio making it an economical choice. It is also often used for bridges, fire escapes, and drains where moisture needs to drain easily to prevent surfaces from becoming slippery or dangerous.
Why is bar grating ideal for industrial applications and environments?
Bar grating provides a lightweight, yet incredibly strong, open-grid style steel sheet that allows for the passage of light and liquid. When used in flooring, the drainage capabilities keep surfaces free of excess moisture and help to prevent slips and falls. Bar grating, when installed as an overhead catwalk, allows for light to pass through to ground levels and keeps facilities or operators safe.
What materials can bar grating be made from?
You could make bar grating from any material, however, it is commonly produced in carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
What does the 19W4 mean for bar grating?
Bar Grating is produced to pattern sizes such as 19W4. The 19 is 19/16" which is the width of the opening (1-3/16"). The 4 is for 4" which is the length of the opening. Therefore 15W2 would have an opening size of 15/16" x 2".
