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Sustainability in the industry: consequences for floor gratings?

The shift towards more sustainable buildings and industrial facilities is changing the demands placed on metal floor gratings. Electric vehicles are often heavier than conventional alternatives and can exert different forces due to their unique traction characteristics, resulting in increased and changing load requirements.

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TOP 5 savings of metal compared to wood and concrete

Metal is a sustainable and cost-efficient choice for applications such as platforms, terraces, walkways, and staircases, especially when considering the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) rather than just the initial purchase price. Compared to traditional materials like wood, metal gratings and stair treads offer clear advantages in durability, safety, low maintenance, and lifecycle cost savings.

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Safe internal infrastructure starts with inspection - do the Quick Scan

You use staircases, landings and walkways every day, but do you ever consider their technical condition? By having a Quick Scan carried out in preparation for an official inspection, you will know exactly where attention is needed and prevent problems before they arise.

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Anti-slip for gratings and stair treads: standards, options, and advice

Anti-slip is crucial in work environments where safety is paramount. Whether it's an outdoor staircase, production floor, or industrial walkway, the right anti-slip class helps prevent slips and accidents. But the range of options is broad, and the standards can be complex.

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What is the difference between strength and stiffness?

When designing metal floor gratings and stairways for buildings and industrial applications, one question is crucial: how does the material behave under load? Two terms that are often confused in this context are strength and stiffness.

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124 deaths per year in industry in UK due to fall hazards

In industrial environments, the risk of falling is one of the most common causes of workplace accidents. According to the Health and Safety Executive, fall-related incidents were responsible for a significant number of workplace accidents in 2024/25, resulting in 124 fatalities in the UK.

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Installing gratings and stair treads: the biggest mistakes

When designing, engineering, manufacturing and installing metal gratings or stair treads, small details can have big consequences. The wrong choice or careless installation often leads to additional costs, safety risks and reduced durability. In this knowledge article, you can read about the seven most common mistakes — and how to avoid them from the start.

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Choose the right metal grating or tread in 10 Steps

When designing and constructing a building or infrastructure project, selecting the right metal grating or tread is essential. Every project has unique requirements, ranging from operating conditions to load capacity and, of course, safety. To simplify and streamline this decision, we’ve developed a handy questionnaire.

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