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Manufacturers and Installers of:

Flooring

Heavy Duty Gratings

Walkways STEELWAY
E X P E R T S I N S T E E L
Staircases

Platforms

Ladders

Duct Covers

Ball Type Handrail Systems

Flush Welded Handrail Systems

Architectural Balustrades

Screens

Access Covers

Component Fabrication

in Mild Steel

Stainless Steel

Aluminium

& GRP

Quality of Manufacture and Installation

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STEELWAY
E X P E R T S I N S T E E L

Queensgate Works, Bilston Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV2 2NJ

Tel: 01902 451733 | Fax: 01902 452256 | Email: sales@steelway.co.uk | website: www.steelway.co.uk
Steelway is a trading name of Steelway Fensecure Ltd. Registered in England. Registration No. 3872973. Registered Office: Bilston Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV2 2NJ

Flooring / Stairways / Handrailing / Platforms / Fabrications

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teelway Fensecure has displayed for over eighty years the
expertise for design, manufacture and installation of our
specialised equipment.

We offer our customers the assurance of equipment complying

with relevant British Standards, Code of Practice and Building
Regulations backed up by quality assurance control in our works.
Architects, engineers and others now have the benefit of our
experience brought together in this Catalogue of products
engineered by Steelway Fensecure. Guidance will readily be
given by our Engineers for the specification and type of Steelway
Fensecure equipment most suitable for your project. This help
MANUFACTURERS is available from the outset when the initial plans are being
AND INSTALLERS OF: drawn up. It will prove invaluable to the Architect, Engineer and
Draughtsman alike.
METAL FLOORING,
Steelway Fensecure are frequently asked, not only to manufacture
WALKWAYS,
and supply equipment, but also to assemble and erect installations
STAIRCASES, on site. Experienced teams of Steelway erectors undertake this
PLATFORMS, work, controlled from the Wolverhampton works, they operate in
MEZZANINES, all parts of the U.K. mainland.
LADDERS, In the interest of quality and customer service, we pursue a policy
FIRE ESCAPES, of continuous product development and reserve the right to
modify product designs without notice. Due to the limitations of
HANDRAILS,
space we have not been able to illustrate our complete product
BALUSTRADES, range. Please enquire if you do not find the products that fulfil
GUARD RAILS, your requirements - we may still be able to help you.
WIRE MESH PANELS, We feel that our growing number of customers reflect the
DUCT COVERS, confidence they have in us to provide the products and service
ACCESS COVERS, they require.

AND MANY OTHER We offer:

ALLIED PRODUCTS IN: Free advice.
Free Preliminary Surveys.*
STEEL, Free estimates and specification.
ALUMINIUM, Drawings for approval prior to manufacture.
CAST IRON, Full manufacturing facilities.
On site assembly and erection service.*
STAINLESS STEEL
AND GRP * U.K. only.

HOT DIP GALVANISED Steelway

COATING THICKNESSES TO BSENISO 1461 Queensgate Works, Bilston Road
ARTICLE AND MEAN COATING
ITS THICKNESS THICKNESS (MINIMUM) Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV2 2NJ
STEEL >/= 6mm 85 MICRONS Tel: 01902 451733
STEEL >/= 3mm to < 6mm 70 MICRONS Fax: 01902 452256
STEEL >/= 1.5mm to < 3mm 55 MICRONS
E-Mail: sales@steelway.co.uk
STEEL < 1.5mm 45 MICRONS
Website: www.steelway.co.uk

Steelway is a trading name of Steelway Fensecure Ltd. Registered in England. Registration No. 3872973. Registered Office: Bilston Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV2 2NJ 

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 Pultruded GRP Products Open Type Flooring - Diamond Pattern
Complete support structures are available constructed from GRP pultruded sections with stainless steel fixings,
in both fire and non fire retardant GRP materials
Key (178mm)
The benefits of pultruded GRP
materials are numerous
Custom built panels to customers
specific requirements can be easily
GRP Handrails
• Light, medium and heavy duty
centre of welds 2 3 4 5 6
• High strength accommodated. Our unique designs 1. Adjustable fixing clip, Type, FC2,
• Low weight construction system allows for the most • Posts are square or rectangular can be used with all depths of
• Corrosion resistance economical use of materials with the sections ‘Steelway’ flooring listed on page 2
• Low maintenance minimum of wastage. • Contrasting colour posts and and will secure panels to almost any

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• Non magnetic
• Non sparking
GRP Grating ‘Safegrip’ (40T-SG)
Pultruded bearing bars are
mechanically held in position using our
unique patented locking system
without the need of adhesives. The
transverse locking system resists any
twisting or lateral movement of the
load bearing bars. Panels can be cut
on site without fear of load bearing
bars becoming detached.
Standard panels, nominally 1m wide,
are available in 3m and 6m lengths.
• Bearing bars mechanically
locked
• Anti slip gritted surface
available
• Low noise in use
• Hold down clips below
surface
• GRP curb angle to suit
GRP ‘Safegrip’ Stairtreads
Stairtreads from GRP grating / solid
have a square siting bar to the front of
the tread which also acts as a high stress
absorber where most of the force is
applied in use.The siting bar is of a
contrasting colour, normally yellow.
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required. Fix to straight bars.
installation
GRP Ladders
• Stringers are square or
rectangular hollow sections
2. “Steelway” mild steel diamond 1
for greater stiffness and pattern open mesh flooring of
strength all welded construction.
• Serrated rungs offer good grip
• Contrasting colours for rungs
and stringers available Span (direction straight or load bearing bars) 7
• Complete with GRP safety 3. Straight bar (load bearing bars).
cages where required
• Stays and feet in GRP or
stainless steel to suit
4. Pressed bar, acts as spacer and M8 Hex. Bolt
GRP ‘Safegrip’ Planking transmits localised loads to adjacent Depth
Solid (40SP-S) or perforated (40SP-P)

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load-bearing bars.
from stock in 6m x 500m panels or cut

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Top clip
connect by tongue and groove joints.
3mm thick material 1
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5. Strong stich welded joints.
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steel.
2mm Thick clip
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6. Nosing bar (binding bar) 5mm item, please state
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Available 25mm or 40mm thick in Nut
thick flat bar welded along the flooring type ref
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stock panels 1.22m * 2.44m having a
span edge of all panels.
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40mm square perforated grid pattern.
With plain or gritted slip resistant top Nosing bars are not intended
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‘Safegrip’ (40T-SG)
and the edge bars are strongly

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Adjustable clip

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Edge bar

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8. Erection marks are steel stamped

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Steel stamped location mark
drawing below. on nosing bar

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(span edge of panel)

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Available in

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Stainless Steel Incorrect (Wrong)
Aluminium Ends of Load

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not supported

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Unless otherwise specified, mild steel
flooring will be given one coat of
black paint, suitable only for internal

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dry conditions. A galvanised finish is
‘Safegrip’ (40SP-P) required for external or damp
conditions Span or direction Width
of Straight Bearing Bar of panel
‘Safegrip’ (40SP-S) (length of panel)

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 Safe Load Tables for Mild Steel Diamond Pattern Flooring Bases for Tubular Standards Type ’ST’
Depth of 2 U.D.L. These bases are
Straight Mass Tabulated loads (UDL) in kN per m for spans in metres suitable for mild steel
flooring in RL RR
bar and in 2
mm and standards required
(pressed bar) Kgs/m 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.4
Type Ref. to resist a maximum
20 20 x 3
horizontal force of
FL20L (20 x 3)
28.8 20.5 14.9 10.0 7.0 5.1 3.3 Tabulated Load are 0.36 kN/m at design
calculated to a level.
25 25 x 3 maximum stress
2
32.4 32.5 23.9 18.3 13.5 9.8 5.7 3.6 2.3 of 140N/mm
FL25L (20 x 3)

25 25 x 5
41.0 48.1 35.3 27.0 20.1 14.7 8.5 5.4 3.6 2.0 1.0
FL25H (20 x 3)

35 35 x 3
43.1 61.6 45.3 34.7 27.4 22.2 15.0 9.4 6.3 4.4 2.2 1.2
FL35L (25 x 3)

35 35 x 5
55.2 92.2 67.7 51.9 41.0 33.2 27.7 14.3 9.6 6.7 4.9 2.0 1.0
FL35H (25 x 3)

40 40 x 5
60.8 118 86.6 66.3 52.4 42.5 29.5 20.9 14.0 9.8 7.2 4.9 1.9
FL40H (25 x 3)

45
FL45H
45 x 5
(25 x 3)
66.3 147 108 82.7 65.4 53.0 36.8 27.0 19.7 13.8 10.1 6.9 4.9 Bases for Solid Standards Type ’S’
50 50 x 5
Suitable for 32mm and
71.8 180 132 101 79.9 64.7 44.9 33.0 25.3 18.8 13.7 9.4 6.6 38mm dia. standards
FL50H (25 x 3)
required to resist a
Deflection limited to span/200 or 10mm whichever is lesser. maximum horizontal
2 force of 0.36 kN/m
Loads shown to the right of the thick blue line are below 5 kN/m the minimum design requirements of BS.4592. at design load.
Note: We also manufacture open type flooring of a similar pattern constructed from aluminium.
For safe loads on aluminium flooring multiply tabular loads by 0.35.

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1 kN/m = 101.9718 kg f/m2 = 20.8854 Ib f/ft2.

TYPE FLS OPEN TYPE FLOORING TYPE FLP OPEN TYPE FLOORING
with serrated edge. with integral solid floor plate.

Heavy Duty Bases Type ’HS’

TYPE ‘FLS’
Steelway Type ‘FLS’ serrated flooring
is available ranging in depths from
25mm (Type FLS 25) up to 50mm
Type FLS 50).Pressed spacer bars have
a serrated edge providing extra grip
for the user on the walking surface.
Serrated flooring, apart from the
serrated surface, is supplied in
panels of similar specification to
our standards Type ‘FL’ flooring.
TYPE ‘FLP’
Type ‘FLP’ flooring has a solid surface of
4.5mm thick non-slip Durbar pattern
plate or alternatively plain surface plate
as preferred, welded to the top face of
type ‘FL’ open flooring. Type ‘FLP’ covers
may be used alongside type ‘FL’ or ‘FLS’
flooring of matching depth, without a
trip, to provide a virtually sealed floor
area over machinery or other sensitive
equipment, whilst retaining the
advantage of open type flooring in other
areas. This type of cover also provides
better distribution of highly concentrated
point loads across a panel without the
usual distortion.
Covers can be supplied in a range of
depths from 30mm (FLP 30) to 55mm
FLP 55).
For particularly slippery conditions a
carborundum surface finish for solid
covers is available.
‘FLP’ floor covers and open type
flooring panels have been used
extensively for raised flooring
systems, thus allowing easy access to
services below should the need arise.
Example: FLP 30 is FL 25 + 4.5mm
plate cover.
Suitable for both Solid and Tubular Standards
required to resist a maximum horizontal force
of 0.74 kN/m at design level.
High Tensile Bolts should be used.
Types with suffix 'C' are designed for fixing to
concrete at an optimum spacing of 1.25m
nominal assuming concrete to be unreinforced
with a minimum compressive strength of
2
25 N/mm .
Types with a suffix 'S' are designed for fixing
to steelwork at spacings of up to 1.8m.
Designers should ensure that the adjacent
construction acting as support for handrails
and balustrades is of adequate strength and
stability to sustain all applied loads safely
without excessive strain, deflection or
distortion.
Note: Bases are drilled 19mm dia. holes for M16 bolts. Non standard drilling can be accommodated and bolts supplied on request.

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 Handrail Standards Safe Load Tables for Concentrated Loads
Steelway tubular and solid ball type A full range of available bases brickwork, block work.
standards are made in varying heights are illustrated on page 15. The type The size and spacing of fixing On Mild Steel Diamond Pattern heavy duty open
to suit single, double and multi-line of base should be chosen with bolts into concrete or other type covers subject to loads applied by slow moving
handrails. Balls are drilled to suit care to ensure it will be suitable low density materials requires
handrails or can be fitted with eyes for attaching to the structure in careful consideration. There is road vehicles with pneumatic tyres. Where covers
for chains. Grub screws are a standard question. A larger size of base an optimum requirement for are subject to other types of usage e.g. Fork Lift
fitment in balls to secure handrails is more suitable when fixing to fixings, and exceeding this Trucks etc. a specific enquiry should be made.
against movement. materials which have a lower may weaken rather than
density than steel e.g. concrete, strengthen the attachment.
Note: Handrail standards must not be
supported from toe plates, unless it
can be shown that the toe plates are
structural members. Depth of Average Tabulated Point Loads (Concentrated on Min. Area of 200 x 200mm) in kN for Spans in Metres
Section Mass
When ordering please indicate and in 2
Type Ref. Kgs/m 0.6 0.75 0.9 1.0 1.25 1.5 1.75 2.0
whether solid type or tubular type
standards are required, and state: 35 55.2 9.87 7.90 6.58 5.92 4.74 3.33 2.45 1.88
FL35H
1) Height. 50 71.8 19.2 15.4 12.8 11.5 9.24 7.70 6.60 5.19
FL50H
2) Ball centres.
3) Diameter of ball/shank. 65 114 38.5 30.8 25.7 23.1 18.5 15.4 13.2 11.5
FL65H6
4) Outside diameter of handrail.
65 137 48.1 38.5 32.1 28.8 23.1 19.2 16.5 14.4
5) Type of base (state reference). FL65H8
See page 15. 80 135 57.2 45.7 38.1 34.3 27.4 22.9 19.6 17.1
6) Angle of rake/pitch (if side fixing FL80H6
type base state handing L.H. or 80 163 71.7 57.4 47.8 43.1 34.4 28.7 24.6 21.5
R.H. side of stair when ascending). FL80H8
7) Material and finish. See page 12. 80 190 85.0 68.0 57.6 51.0 40.8 34.0 29.1 25.5
FL80H10
100 215 109 87.4 72.9 65.6 52.5 43.7 37.5 32.8
FL100H8
100 246 129 103 86.1 77.5 62.0 51.7 44.3 38.8
FL100H10
100 276 147 118 98.3 88.4 70.7 58.9 50.5 44.2
FL100H12

Mild Steel Angle Curb

For straight runs of duct we supply standard 3m lengths of curb. ANGLE CURBING TYPE ‘FLC’ FOR
Make-up lengths are provided to obtain the correct overall length, STEELWAY OPEN TYPE FLOORING
IN STANDARD 3M LENGTHS OR
these are marked for identification on site. Each angle curb is CUT TO SIZE
provided with joint plates and countersunk bolts to assist installation
on site. Lugs are welded on at approximately 900mm centres and at
approximately 150mm from each end. It is preferable, though not
essential, for customers to provide a layout showing all ducts where
it is proposed to have floor covers and curbing: this will allow us to
provide you with drawings for your approval showing the most
economical arrangement.

Should be fitted in
preference to safety chains.
ANGLE CURB TYPE CODE AND SIZES
Type Fl.Depth Clearance Bearing Min. Rebate
Code 'A' 'B' 'C' 'D' 'E'
FLC 20 20 8 32 100 60
FLC 25 25 10 50 120 65
FLC 35 35 10 30 100 80
FLC 40 40 11 34 110 90
FLC 45 45 11 39 110 100
FLC 50 50 16 44 120 110
Mild Steel Aluminium Stainless Steel
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 Rectangular Pattern Mild Steel Open Type Flooring
Our rectangular pattern open steel
grating provides the structural benefits
of strength, light weight and good
stability, constructed from mild steel,
load bearing and twisted transverse
bars are joined together by the forge
welding process to produce a grating
which complies with the requirements
of BS4592 Part 1 and is suitable for
many industrial applications.
Load Bearing Bar
A longitudinal load carrying
member of uniform section
spanning between supports.
Transverse Bar
A member fixed at right angles to
the load bearing bars to provide
lateral restraint.
Binding Bar
A bar or section, of at least equal
thickness to the load bearing bars,
fixed to the edge of a panel,
flush with the top of the load
bearing bars.
Typical arrangement of Handrails for Stairs, Platforms and Walkways
Pitch
The distance centre-to-centre of
load bearing bars or centre-to-
centre of transverse bars.
Depth
Overall depth of load bearing bars
Length (Span)
The overall dimension of a flooring
panel measured in a direction
parallel with the load bearing bars.
This dimension is always referred
to as ‘length’ even if it is shorter
than the width.
Width
The overall dimension of a flooring
panel measured in a direction at
right angles to the load bearing For loadings on Handrails reference
bars. This dimension is always should be made to BS 6399; Part 1.
referred to as ‘width’ even if it
exceeds the length.
Information on Design and Loadings is
Effective Span also given in BS 6180.
The clear span between supports.

Spacing Between Standards

Standard Range Rectangular Pattern
Four types of standard pattern gratings are
readily available. They are designated by
the pitch (centre spacing) in mm’s of the
load bearing and transverse bars.
Tables A and B take into account the
limiting stress for the grade of steel
specified The horizontal displacement
of any part of the barrier should not
Type 41/100 exceed 25mm. Allowance has been
Load bearing bars at 41mm centre made for the combined deflection of
Transervse bars at 100mm centres handrails and standards.
In order to select a suitable size of
handrail standard from the above tables
one must first decide:
(a) the horizontal loading requirement
(b) the handrail diameter to be used
Having decided the handrail dia.
and loading:
(c) select from table A or Table B
a suitable standard
Note: Height should be taken from
fixing point (1) see base details
page 15 .
(d) check that the handrail dia. is
compatible with the size of handrail
standard selected . See page 12.

Max. Spacing in mm of Mild Steel Handrail Standards where Intensity of Horizontal Loading = 0.36 kN/m
Stock Panels Type 30/100 Height of Standards
These can be supplied in nominal 6m lengths Load bearing bars at 30mm centre Specification of Standards 900 950 1000 1050 1100 1150 1200 1250
by 1m wide. Transervse bars at 100mm centres
33.7mm o/d Shank x 60mm dia. ball 1090 1030 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

TUBULAR
TABLE A
Non Standard Patterns 42.4mm o/d Shank x 75mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1795 1710 1630 1560 1495 1300

M.S.
In addition to the standard range, other 48.3mm o/d Shank x 90mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
patterns with different pitches can be supplied Type 41/50 60.3mm o/d Shank x 90mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
subject to availability. Please enquire if you Load bearing bars at 41mm centre
have a specific requirement outside the Transervse bars at 50mm centres

SOLID
M.S.
standard range. 32mm dia. Solid x 60mm dia. ball 1635 1550 1473 1405 1245 N/A N/A N/A
38mm dia. Solid x 70mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
Plain and Serrated Load Bearing Bars
Our standard range of gratings with the
special transverse twisted bar provide better Max. Spacing in mm of Mild Steel Handrail Standards where Intensity of Horizontal Loading = 0.74 kN/m
than average slip resistance. Where oily or icy
Type 30/50 Height of Standards
conditions are likely to be prevalent, then
Load bearing bars at 30mm centre Specification of Standards 900 950 1000 1050 1100 1150 1200 1250
gratings with serrated edge load bearing bars
Transervse bars at 50mm centres
can be supplied for improved grip.
TABLE B

33.7mm o/d Shank x 60mm dia. ball THIS PATTERN NOT SUITABLE
TUBULAR 42.4mm o/d Shank x 75mm dia. ball THIS PATTERN NOT SUITABLE
M.S.
Standard Finishes
Self colour, painted black or galvanised to 48.3mm o/d Shank x 90mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1763 1685 1545 1330 1010 N/A
Load bearings in 3mm and 5mm thickness and varying depths are available
BSENISO 1461. Alternative finishes are 60.3mm o/d Shank x 90mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
for each type of grating. See load tables for the range of sections.
available on special request.
SOLID

32mm dia. Solid x 60mm dia. ball THIS PATTERN NOT SUITABLE
M.S.

Fixing Clips Fabrication 38mm dia. Solid x 70mm dia. ball 1333 1265 1200 1143 830* N/A N/A N/A
All gratings should be fixed securely to the Your specific requirements are undertaken after submission of our detailed
supporting structure using not less than two drawings for your approval. Our proposals will provide you with the optimum
clips for each panel. A range of fixing clips are layout taking account of all requirements for cut-outs, shaping and supporting * By using 42.4mm o/d tube handrails, spacing of standards in this particular instance could be increased to 1090mm.
available to suit particular applications. steelwork. For ease of installation on site, each fabricated panel is hard stamped When fixed to concrete or other building materials, the maximum spacing of standards for 0.74kN/m loading should be no
Standard Clip FC2 See page 1 for illustration. on the binding bar with an erection mark to correspond with our layout drawings. greater than 1250mm

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 Handrail & Guardrails
General Application
As a general rule, any unprotected edge of a walkway, platform,
staircase or other raised area from which a person may fall more than
0.5m must be fitted with a guardrail. Steelway handrails and guardrails
are designed to provide safety and give reassurance for users of
staircases and walkways. They may be of tubular or solid construction
or a combination of both. We supply handrails not only to complement
our staircases. platforms, and other similar structures, but also as
completely independent items to fit customers own equipment or civil
engineering work etc.
All component parts are tailor-made in easy to handle lengths and
clearly marked for assembly on site. Drawings are provided for
Aluminium alloy and stainless steel do not normally require protective
treatment. However. where additional protection or improved
appearance is thought necessary, then aluminium can be anodised
and stainless steel polished.
Note: Some discolouration may occur on Aluminium bends and heat
affected areas when anodised.
Handrails
Tubular and Solid mild steel handrails are available in a range of sizes
Tubular: 26.9 o/d x 3.2mm wall minimum, (1.87kg/m)
33.7 o/d x 3.2mm wall minimum, (2.41kg/m)
Safe Load Tables Rectangular Pattern Mild Steel Flooring
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The table below give the safe Uniformly Distributed Loads in kN/m for mild steel gratings with plain load bearing bars.
For gratings with serrated edge load bearings bars the tabulated loads should be multiplied by 0.75 for 25 mm and
30 mm deep sections and 0.80 for 35 mm and over deep sections.
The loads have been calculated to a maximum stress of 165 N/mm2 and deflections are limited to within 1/200th of the
span or 10 mm whichever is the lesser.
2
Note that loads shown to the right of the blue line are below 5 kN/m which is the minimum design requirement for
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general duty regular two way pedestrian traffic. #The maximum span for 5 kN/m uniformly distributed load is stated
in the end column for each section.
2

42.4 o/d x 3.2mm wall minimum, (3.10 kg/m)

TYPES 41/100 and 41/50 Safe Uniformly Distributed Load in kN/m
customers’ use where they wish to undertake the site erection
themselves. Alternatively, we can provide a speedy and efficient site 48.3 o/d x 4.0mm wall minimum, (4.39kg/m) Load #
Bearing Clear Span in Millimetres Max
installation service. Mass2
Bars Kg/m Span
Solid: 25mm dia. solid bar (3.85kg/m) mm
mm * 600 750 900 1050 1200 1350 1500 1650 1800 1950 2100 2250 2400
Design 32mm dia. solid bar (6.31 Kg/m)
Our designs follow the recommendation of BS 6399; Part 1, BS 5395 20 x 3 14.8 17.4 9.1 5.2 3.3 908
and BS 6180. There are at least two horizontal rails - a top rail Stainless steel handrails are available with ball type standards, but all
(handrail) and an intermediate rail (knee rail) at approximately mid- welded construction can also be accommodated. 25 x 3 18.0 27.2 17.4 10.2 6.5 4.3 1141
height. For step (companion) ladders and staircases in close proximity
to, or bounded by a wall, a single handrail only is required with a Aluminium tubular handrail is also available on request in a range of 25 x 5 27.8 45.4 29.0 17.1 10.8 7.2 5.1 3.7 1350
minimum clearance for the hand of 75mm** (EEUA recommend sizes.
minimum 65mm). If glazed areas occur adjacent to a walkway, 30 x 3 21.0 39.2 25.1 17.4 11.2 7.5 5.2 3.8 1367
platform, balcony or staircase, they should be guarded by a secure Handrail Standards
handrail or balustrade. Tubular and Solid ball type mild steel standards are available in a 30 x 5 33.0 65.0 41.8 29.0 18.6 12.5 8.5 6.4 4.8 1594
Wherever possible, handrails should be continuous and follow the variety of types and sizes. For further details, including types of base
exposed edge of raised platform areas and staircases. Sharp changes of fittings, see page 13, 14 & 15. A handrail system may be tubular or 35 x 3 23.8 53.0 34.0 23.7 17.4 11.9 8.3 6.0 4.6 1570
direction in the vertical plane should be avoided in runs of handrail. solid, or a combination of both e.g. tubular handrails with solid
standards. However, it is important to select a standard with 35 x 5 37.8 89.0 57.0 39.5 29.0 19.8 13.9 10.1 7.7 5.9 4.6 1867
The minimum height of handrails for platforms walkways and landings
is 1.1m above the walking surface; for staircases the handrail height adequate ball size to be compatible with the diameter of handrail to
40 x 3 26.8 70.0 44.6 31.0 22.8 17.4 12.6 9.1 6.8 5.2 4.2 1816
should be between 0.9m and 1m above the pitch line. be used, as illustrated below.
Handrails should terminate in a swept end, either to the wall or to the 40 x 5 43.0 116 74.0 52.0 37.9 29.0 20.8 15.2 11.4 8.79 6.9 5.3 4.0 2119
knee rail, or return to the standards. Specification of Standard Max Dia. of Handrail
to suit Ball Size
Shank Size x Ball Size
Note: Sharp corners, protrusions and stop ends should be avoided since 50 x 5 52.8 181 116 81.0 59.0 45.4 35.8 29.0 22.9 17.2 13.5 10.3 7.8 5.9 2505
these may catch clothing and cause accidents. Return bends (‘U’ bends)
should not extend more than 350mm from the centre line of the 33.7mm o/d x 3.2mm wall x 60mm dia. ball 33.7mm o/d
60 x 5 63.0 261 167 110 85.0 65.0 52.0 41.8 34.6 28.5 23.1 17.7 13.4 10.3 2872
standards. At the foot of staircases, ‘U’ bends should extend to the 42.4mm o/d x 3.2mm wall x 75mm dia. ball 42.4mm o/d
TUBULAR 2
48.3mm o/d x 4.0mm wall x 90mm dia. ball 48.3mm o/d * For mass of Type 41/50 add 1.8 Kg/m
point of maximum extension of the stringer.
60.3mm o/d x 4.0mm wall x 90mm dia. ball 48.3mm o/d
2
Loadings TYPES 30/100 and 30/50 Safe Uniformly Distributed Load in kN/m
BS 5395: Part 3 recommends the following minimum design imposed 32mm dia. Solid x 60mm dia. ball 33.7mm o/d
SOLID Load #
lateral loads that should be used for handrails in industrial situations: 38mm dia. Solid x 70mm dia. ball 42.4mm o/d
Bearing Clear Span in Millimetres Max
Mass2
Light duty. Access limited to one person. —0.36 kN/m Bars Kg/m Span
Note: All standards are compatible with 25mm and 32mm Solid mm 600 750 900 1050 1200 1350 1500 1650 1800 1950 2100 2250 2400 mm
General duty. Regular two-way pedestrian traffic. —0.36 kN/m *
Heavy duty. High density pedestrian traffic: escape routes. —0.74 kN/m Handrails.
20 x 3 17.7 23.0 11.9 6.9 4.4 973
Potentially crowded areas over 3m wide. —3.00 kN/m Details regarding the spacing between Standards at different
Loadings are given on page 13.
25 x 3 21.7 35.9 23.0 13.6 8.5 5.7 3.9 1236
If there is any possibility of vehicular impact, the recommendations in Aluminium tubular Standards are also available to complement the
appendix C of BS 6180 should be followed. Aluminium tubular handrailing.
25 x 5 33.8 60.0 38.3 22.5 14.3 9.6 6.7 4.9 1480
For light access stairs, gangways etc., which are not more than 600mm
wide, a minimum design load of 0.22 kN/m may be used (BS 6399: Part 1). Gates and Safety Chains 30 x 3 25.4 52.0 33.1 23.0 14.8 9.9 6.8 5.0 3.8 1500
Where loading access is required for a mezzanine floor, or for
Protective Treatments protection across openings at the head of stairs and ladders. we can 30 x 5 40.3 86.0 55.2 38.3 24.6 16.6 11.6 8.4 6.3 4.9 1747
Steel can be supplied in the following finishes: supply gates of tubular construction to match the design of adjoining
i) Self colour. handrails. Alternatively, safety chains can be provided. Chains are 35 x 3 28.8 70.0 45.1 31.3 23.0 15.7 11.0 8.0 6.0 4.6 1726
ii) Red oxide metal primer. galvanized mild steel, smooth welded to BS4942 and supplied with
iii) Hot dipped galvanized to BSENISO 1461. Recommended for hooks, split rings, shackles, eye bolts and snap fasteners as required. 35 x 5 46.2 117.0 75.0 52.0 38.3 26.2 18.4 13.4 10.0 7.7 6.1 4.6 2044
exposed or corrosive conditions. Decorative paint finishes can be
applied by the customer on top of galvanized materials, but a Infill Panels and Mesh Guards 40 x 3 32.6 92.0 59.0 40.9 30.0 23.0 16.6 11.9 9.0 6.9 5.4 4.1 1989
suitable priming system must be used prior to painting. Where a two line system of handrail is preferred or for existing
iv) Nylon/Plastic coated. Not recommended for exposed conditions. handrails where the need arises for additional protection, we can 40 x 5 52.7 153 98.0 68.0 50.0 38.3 27.6 19.9 15.0 11.6 9.1 6.9 5.3 4.0 2271
v) Chrome plated, polished and powder coated finishes are provide infill panels. These panels consist of 50mm sq. welded mesh
constructed from 3.25mm dia. wire with heavy gauge wire frame 50 x 5 64.8 239 153 106 78.0 60.0 47.3 38.3 29.2 22.6 17.8 13.6 10.3 7.9 2685
available to special order.
surrounds and supplied complete with fixing clips for securing to
60 x 5 77.5 345 221 153 113 86.0 68.0 55.0 45.6 37.8 30.6 23.5 17.7 13.7 3079
** BS 5395 handrails.
2
* For mass of Type 30/50 add 1.8 Kg/m

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 Mild Steel & Stainless Steel Floor Plate Spiral Stairs Mild Steel
Durbar raised pattern non-slip mild steel solid floor plate. A spiral staircase suitable for a wide
range of applications from Residential
This plate may be used for trench covers, platforms, stair landings and to Industrial, and complying with the
stair treads. The raised leaf pattern, having no enclosures, provides
requirements of BS.5395: Part 2.
increased non-slip surface to give firm grip in all directions. For
Available in any diameter, rising
particularly slippery conditions a carborundum surface finish is
available. Plates of this type are self draining and readily cleaned, clockwise or anti-clockwise to suit
therefore minimising corrosion and ensuring longer life. customers requirements. Construction
Trench covers, which are to be readily removed, are holed for and is based on a tubular centre column
supplied complete with standard lifting keys. Where necessary, plates which is fully load bearing and
are cut to clear pipework or other obstructions and are countersunk capable of supporting a landing or
drilled for securing to steelwork with fixing screws. 1
PGP HEAVY PATTERN floor joists. Treads are set at 22 /2°
Mild Steel Floor Plate is available in 4.5, 6.0, 8.0,10.0 and 12.5mm
base thickness. Primer Painted or Galvanised. (16 per circle) and are constructed
In Stainless Steel available in grades 304L or 316L. from solid Durbar pattern plate
welded to a tubular collar to fit over
the centre core column. Alternative
type treads and landings are available
such as pan type. Landings are
provided to fit existing situations
where details are available or to suit
new applications. Handrails comprise
of a 42.4mm dia. tube supported on
20mm dia. balusters that also serve to
secure the outer extremities of the
treads, and together, they form a rigid
construction.
Additional balusters are required for
stairs in residential situations in order
that any gaps do not exceed 100mm.
All parts are prefabricated for easy site
assembly. Spirals of 2.0m diameter or
less require relaxation of Building
Regulations regarding minimum tread
‘go’. The 2.2m diameter spiral will give
800mm clear width of stair when fitted
with an inside handrail to comply with
Building Regulations.

Aluminium Tread Plate Heavy Industrial Type Spiral Staircase illustrated.

Aluminium tread plate, designed primarily for flooring applications

provides a non-slip, easy clean, hard wearing surface, which has
found extensive use in Industrial, Marine and Transport fields.
Tread plate comes in three popular patterns to suit various
conditions of service and personal preferences. Thickness for
thickness, in a particular material, the load bearing characteristics
of the three patterns, are not significantly different, but a choice
does accommodate factors such as pedestrian comfort, durability,
and aesthetic consideration. Applications vary from kick plates to
loading ramps, from factory flooring and stairtreads to
protective facias. Supplied self-colour.
ONE-BAR PATTERN FIVE-BAR PATTERN

Mild Steel Built-up Curbing

Mild steel built-up curbs suitable for
mild steel ‘Durbar’ plate trench covers.
Curbs are supplied painted in standard
oxide primer and can be tapped to
receive fixing screws to secure covers if
necessary. Mild steel built-up curbing
can also be supplied for aluminium
P.G.P. plates with the mild steel
materials suitably insulated with
Bitumen of Neoprene Strip.
Standard 3-metre lengths of mild Lugs are welded on at approximately
steel built-up type curbing. 900mm centres and approximately
For long straight runs of trench we 150mm from each end.
supply standard 3-metre lengths.
Make-up lengths are provided as
necessary and as shown on location
drawings. Joints are secured with
countersunk bolts to assist
Installation.

Also available in
stainless steel
and aluminium.

6 11
 Companion Step or Ship Type Ladders Ladders
This type of ladder provides an improved Available in steel, aluminium alloy LADDER WITH EXTENDED SIDES
means of access over the normal single TYPE ‘A’
and stainless steel.
run ladder when space is available.
The 65 degree to 75 degree slope is
easier to negotiate than a vertical
or near vertical ladder.
We recommend that the maximum
vertical rise should not exceed
3000mm and the width between
stringers should preferably be between
limits of 450mm and 550mm.
It should be noted that 250mm
minimum foot space should be allowed
from the nose of treads to the wall,
LADDER WITH EXTENDED SIDES
platform face or other obstruction, see
TYPE ‘B’
illustration. A top tread should be
provided at floor level, or the platform
can be arranged to run over, but the Note: Handrails omitted
minimum foot space should still be for clarity, but must be
fitted around opening
maintained. Handrails are necessary on with either removable
this type of ladder and should be chains or self closing gate.
provided on both sides without
exception.

Chart giving useful LADDER WITH EXTENDED SIDES

TYPE ‘C’
recommendations
for staircases
This chart gives preferred rise/go dimensions see section
coloured yellow for any given rake of staircase or
ladder and is based on our recommended formula:
Twice the rise plus the go = not less than 570mm
nor more than 640mm (550 to 700).

‘Go’ is the term used for the horizontal

dimension of a stair or tread.

‘Rise’ is the vertical dimension.

‘Overlap’ is the amount the nosing LADDER WITH RETRACTABLE

of one tread overlaps the one TUBULAR HANDHOLD
below (minimum16mm). TABLE OF RECOMMENDED LADDER SECTIONS AND FIXING CENTRES TYPE ‘D’
Fixing centres of stays indicated are based on good connections to steelwork. (Ladder can be supplied with or
Example: A single flight stair has a rise For fixings to good sound brickwork or concrete divide stated centres by 1.5. without retractable handhold)
of 2600mm and has to comply with a
minimum tread ‘go’ of 250mm and a Max. Spacing of
Stays or Fixings
maximum rise of 190mm. From the chart Section of Stringer (Mild Steel)
Vert. Sloping
Ladders Ladders
below we see with a ‘go’ of 250mm an
65 x 10 Flat 3.7 3.1
acceptable rise will be about 185mm.
65 x 12 Flat 4.1 3.5
This will give 14 equal rises. The stair
70 x 10 Flat 4.0 3.4
will thus have an angle of rake pitch 70 x 12 Flat 4.4 3.7
of 36º 36’ and will fall within the limits 80 x 10 Flat 4.6 3.9
required for this type of stair. Also the 80 x 12 Flat 5.0 4.2
aggregate of twice the rise plus the go 75 x 50 x 8 Angle 4.8 4.1
100 x 65 x 8 Angle 6.2 5.2
equals 620mm, close to the optimum
125 x 75 x 10 Angle 7.7 6.5
recommended in BS 5395 Part 1.

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 Staircases & Platforms
Steelway Fensecure have wide experience in the
design and construction of staircases, mezzanine
floors, walkways and platforms.
Where required, the company’s own engineers will
visit the site of a proposed installation and
subsequently prepare schemes for access,
storage or for fire emergency use. These proposals
are then submitted to the customer for approval.
Designs are produced to the most exacting
requirements to ensure stability and durability.
Open Type Stair Treads
Available in both Diamond and Rectangular Patterns, to complement the flooring
range. Steelway open type treads embody all the advantages of open steel flooring
i.e. lightweight, strong, durable, self draining, slip resistant & fire proof.
Available in a wide range of lengths & standard widths with slip resistant nosing.
Steelway open type treads are normally manufactured using the
following flooring sections.

Treads to 900mm long from 25 x 5mm section

1200mm long from 30 x 5mm section
1425mm long from 35 x 5mm section
1500mm long from 40 x 5mm section

End plates are 65 x 5mm flat and standard end plate

drilling details are given in tables.

Diamond Pattern Treads

Tread Width Hole Centres
in mm in mm
40mm Crs A B Hole Dia. Bolt Dia.

88 15 35 12 M10

127 15 35 12 M10

166 15 75 15 M12

205 30 100 15 M12

244 30 100 15 M12

283 30 125 15 M12

322 30 175 15 M12

Rectangular Pattern Treads

Tread Width Hole Centres
in mm in mm
41/100 30/100 A B Hole Dia. Bolt Dia.
87 98 15 35 12 M10
128 129 15 35 12 M10
169 160 15 75 15 M12
210 191 30 100 15 M12
222 30 100 15 M12
251 253 30 125 15 M12
284 30 125 15 M12
292 315 30 175 15 M12
333 30 175 15 M12

Solid Pattern Treads

REF: CTR (Mild Steel) ACTR
Steelway Solid Mild Steel Tread with Raised Pattern-Tabulated Mass in kg
(Aluminium) SCTR (Stainless Steel) Pan-Type Treads
REF: PTR Nosings
Nosings can be supplied suitable for
Grano infill not supplied
fixing to new or existing concrete or
by Steelway.
timber steps. They are of extruded
aluminium sections with either
Pan-Treads in any length carborundum, rubber or fabric infilling.
and the following widths.

Width Hole centres

Width of Preferred lengths of treads in metres and thickness in mm Hole centres Hole
Tread 0.50 0.60 0.70 0.80 0.90 1.00 1.10 1.20 in mm dia. in mm in mm
in mm 6 6 6 6 8 8 10 10 A B mm A B
100 3.69 4.31 30 45 12 225 38 100
150 5.30 6.17 7.05 40 75 15 250 38 100
200 6.92 8.04 9.17 10.29 14.59 50 100 15
275 38 125
250 11.28 16.11 17.91 19.72 26.27 28.51 50 100 15
300 19.11 21.24 23.36 31.11 33.75 50 125 15 300 38 125

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 Staircases & Platforms
Steelway Fensecure have wide experience in the
design and construction of staircases, mezzanine
floors, walkways and platforms.
Where required, the company’s own engineers will
visit the site of a proposed installation and
subsequently prepare schemes for access,
storage or for fire emergency use. These proposals
are then submitted to the customer for approval.
Designs are produced to the most exacting
requirements to ensure stability and durability.
Open Type Stair Treads
Available in both Diamond and Rectangular Patterns, to complement the flooring
range. Steelway open type treads embody all the advantages of open steel flooring
i.e. lightweight, strong, durable, self draining, slip resistant & fire proof.
Available in a wide range of lengths & standard widths with slip resistant nosing.
Steelway open type treads are normally manufactured using the
following flooring sections.

Treads to 900mm long from 25 x 5mm section

1200mm long from 30 x 5mm section
1425mm long from 35 x 5mm section
1500mm long from 40 x 5mm section

End plates are 65 x 5mm flat and standard end plate

drilling details are given in tables.

Diamond Pattern Treads

Tread Width Hole Centres
in mm in mm
40mm Crs A B Hole Dia. Bolt Dia.

88 15 35 12 M10

127 15 35 12 M10

166 15 75 15 M12

205 30 100 15 M12

244 30 100 15 M12

283 30 125 15 M12

322 30 175 15 M12

Rectangular Pattern Treads

Tread Width Hole Centres
in mm in mm
41/100 30/100 A B Hole Dia. Bolt Dia.
87 98 15 35 12 M10
128 129 15 35 12 M10
169 160 15 75 15 M12
210 191 30 100 15 M12
222 30 100 15 M12
251 253 30 125 15 M12
284 30 125 15 M12
292 315 30 175 15 M12
333 30 175 15 M12

Solid Pattern Treads

REF: CTR (Mild Steel) ACTR
Steelway Solid Mild Steel Tread with Raised Pattern-Tabulated Mass in kg
(Aluminium) SCTR (Stainless Steel) Pan-Type Treads
REF: PTR Nosings
Nosings can be supplied suitable for
Grano infill not supplied
fixing to new or existing concrete or
by Steelway.
timber steps. They are of extruded
aluminium sections with either
Pan-Treads in any length carborundum, rubber or fabric infilling.
and the following widths.

Width Hole centres

Width of Preferred lengths of treads in metres and thickness in mm Hole centres Hole
Tread 0.50 0.60 0.70 0.80 0.90 1.00 1.10 1.20 in mm dia. in mm in mm
in mm 6 6 6 6 8 8 10 10 A B mm A B
100 3.69 4.31 30 45 12 225 38 100
150 5.30 6.17 7.05 40 75 15 250 38 100
200 6.92 8.04 9.17 10.29 14.59 50 100 15
275 38 125
250 11.28 16.11 17.91 19.72 26.27 28.51 50 100 15
300 19.11 21.24 23.36 31.11 33.75 50 125 15 300 38 125

8 9
 Companion Step or Ship Type Ladders Ladders
This type of ladder provides an improved Available in steel, aluminium alloy LADDER WITH EXTENDED SIDES
means of access over the normal single TYPE ‘A’
and stainless steel.
run ladder when space is available.
The 65 degree to 75 degree slope is
easier to negotiate than a vertical
or near vertical ladder.
We recommend that the maximum
vertical rise should not exceed
3000mm and the width between
stringers should preferably be between
limits of 450mm and 550mm.
It should be noted that 250mm
minimum foot space should be allowed
from the nose of treads to the wall,
LADDER WITH EXTENDED SIDES
platform face or other obstruction, see
TYPE ‘B’
illustration. A top tread should be
provided at floor level, or the platform
can be arranged to run over, but the Note: Handrails omitted
minimum foot space should still be for clarity, but must be
fitted around opening
maintained. Handrails are necessary on with either removable
this type of ladder and should be chains or self closing gate.
provided on both sides without
exception.

Chart giving useful LADDER WITH EXTENDED SIDES

TYPE ‘C’
recommendations
for staircases
This chart gives preferred rise/go dimensions see section
coloured yellow for any given rake of staircase or
ladder and is based on our recommended formula:
Twice the rise plus the go = not less than 570mm
nor more than 640mm (550 to 700).

‘Go’ is the term used for the horizontal

dimension of a stair or tread.

‘Rise’ is the vertical dimension.

‘Overlap’ is the amount the nosing LADDER WITH RETRACTABLE

of one tread overlaps the one TUBULAR HANDHOLD
below (minimum16mm). TABLE OF RECOMMENDED LADDER SECTIONS AND FIXING CENTRES TYPE ‘D’
Fixing centres of stays indicated are based on good connections to steelwork. (Ladder can be supplied with or
Example: A single flight stair has a rise For fixings to good sound brickwork or concrete divide stated centres by 1.5. without retractable handhold)
of 2600mm and has to comply with a
minimum tread ‘go’ of 250mm and a Max. Spacing of
Stays or Fixings
maximum rise of 190mm. From the chart Section of Stringer (Mild Steel)
Vert. Sloping
Ladders Ladders
below we see with a ‘go’ of 250mm an
65 x 10 Flat 3.7 3.1
acceptable rise will be about 185mm.
65 x 12 Flat 4.1 3.5
This will give 14 equal rises. The stair
70 x 10 Flat 4.0 3.4
will thus have an angle of rake pitch 70 x 12 Flat 4.4 3.7
of 36º 36’ and will fall within the limits 80 x 10 Flat 4.6 3.9
required for this type of stair. Also the 80 x 12 Flat 5.0 4.2
aggregate of twice the rise plus the go 75 x 50 x 8 Angle 4.8 4.1
100 x 65 x 8 Angle 6.2 5.2
equals 620mm, close to the optimum
125 x 75 x 10 Angle 7.7 6.5
recommended in BS 5395 Part 1.

10 7
 Mild Steel & Stainless Steel Floor Plate Spiral Stairs Mild Steel
Durbar raised pattern non-slip mild steel solid floor plate. A spiral staircase suitable for a wide
range of applications from Residential
This plate may be used for trench covers, platforms, stair landings and to Industrial, and complying with the
stair treads. The raised leaf pattern, having no enclosures, provides
requirements of BS.5395: Part 2.
increased non-slip surface to give firm grip in all directions. For
Available in any diameter, rising
particularly slippery conditions a carborundum surface finish is
available. Plates of this type are self draining and readily cleaned, clockwise or anti-clockwise to suit
therefore minimising corrosion and ensuring longer life. customers requirements. Construction
Trench covers, which are to be readily removed, are holed for and is based on a tubular centre column
supplied complete with standard lifting keys. Where necessary, plates which is fully load bearing and
are cut to clear pipework or other obstructions and are countersunk capable of supporting a landing or
drilled for securing to steelwork with fixing screws. 1
PGP HEAVY PATTERN floor joists. Treads are set at 22 /2°
Mild Steel Floor Plate is available in 4.5, 6.0, 8.0,10.0 and 12.5mm
base thickness. Primer Painted or Galvanised. (16 per circle) and are constructed
In Stainless Steel available in grades 304L or 316L. from solid Durbar pattern plate
welded to a tubular collar to fit over
the centre core column. Alternative
type treads and landings are available
such as pan type. Landings are
provided to fit existing situations
where details are available or to suit
new applications. Handrails comprise
of a 42.4mm dia. tube supported on
20mm dia. balusters that also serve to
secure the outer extremities of the
treads, and together, they form a rigid
construction.
Additional balusters are required for
stairs in residential situations in order
that any gaps do not exceed 100mm.
All parts are prefabricated for easy site
assembly. Spirals of 2.0m diameter or
less require relaxation of Building
Regulations regarding minimum tread
‘go’. The 2.2m diameter spiral will give
800mm clear width of stair when fitted
with an inside handrail to comply with
Building Regulations.

Aluminium Tread Plate Heavy Industrial Type Spiral Staircase illustrated.

Aluminium tread plate, designed primarily for flooring applications

provides a non-slip, easy clean, hard wearing surface, which has
found extensive use in Industrial, Marine and Transport fields.
Tread plate comes in three popular patterns to suit various
conditions of service and personal preferences. Thickness for
thickness, in a particular material, the load bearing characteristics
of the three patterns, are not significantly different, but a choice
does accommodate factors such as pedestrian comfort, durability,
and aesthetic consideration. Applications vary from kick plates to
loading ramps, from factory flooring and stairtreads to
protective facias. Supplied self-colour.
ONE-BAR PATTERN FIVE-BAR PATTERN

Mild Steel Built-up Curbing

Mild steel built-up curbs suitable for
mild steel ‘Durbar’ plate trench covers.
Curbs are supplied painted in standard
oxide primer and can be tapped to
receive fixing screws to secure covers if
necessary. Mild steel built-up curbing
can also be supplied for aluminium
P.G.P. plates with the mild steel
materials suitably insulated with
Bitumen of Neoprene Strip.
Standard 3-metre lengths of mild Lugs are welded on at approximately
steel built-up type curbing. 900mm centres and approximately
For long straight runs of trench we 150mm from each end.
supply standard 3-metre lengths.
Make-up lengths are provided as
necessary and as shown on location
drawings. Joints are secured with
countersunk bolts to assist
Installation.

Also available in
stainless steel
and aluminium.

6 11
 Handrail & Guardrails
General Application
As a general rule, any unprotected edge of a walkway, platform,
staircase or other raised area from which a person may fall more than
0.5m must be fitted with a guardrail. Steelway handrails and guardrails
are designed to provide safety and give reassurance for users of
staircases and walkways. They may be of tubular or solid construction
or a combination of both. We supply handrails not only to complement
our staircases. platforms, and other similar structures, but also as
completely independent items to fit customers own equipment or civil
engineering work etc.
All component parts are tailor-made in easy to handle lengths and
clearly marked for assembly on site. Drawings are provided for
Aluminium alloy and stainless steel do not normally require protective
treatment. However. where additional protection or improved
appearance is thought necessary, then aluminium can be anodised
and stainless steel polished.
Note: Some discolouration may occur on Aluminium bends and heat
affected areas when anodised.
Handrails
Tubular and Solid mild steel handrails are available in a range of sizes
Tubular: 26.9 o/d x 3.2mm wall minimum, (1.87kg/m)
33.7 o/d x 3.2mm wall minimum, (2.41kg/m)
Safe Load Tables Rectangular Pattern Mild Steel Flooring
2
The table below give the safe Uniformly Distributed Loads in kN/m for mild steel gratings with plain load bearing bars.
For gratings with serrated edge load bearings bars the tabulated loads should be multiplied by 0.75 for 25 mm and
30 mm deep sections and 0.80 for 35 mm and over deep sections.
The loads have been calculated to a maximum stress of 165 N/mm2 and deflections are limited to within 1/200th of the
span or 10 mm whichever is the lesser.
2
Note that loads shown to the right of the blue line are below 5 kN/m which is the minimum design requirement for
2
general duty regular two way pedestrian traffic. #The maximum span for 5 kN/m uniformly distributed load is stated
in the end column for each section.
2

42.4 o/d x 3.2mm wall minimum, (3.10 kg/m)

TYPES 41/100 and 41/50 Safe Uniformly Distributed Load in kN/m
customers’ use where they wish to undertake the site erection
themselves. Alternatively, we can provide a speedy and efficient site 48.3 o/d x 4.0mm wall minimum, (4.39kg/m) Load #
Bearing Clear Span in Millimetres Max
installation service. Mass2
Bars Kg/m Span
Solid: 25mm dia. solid bar (3.85kg/m) mm
mm * 600 750 900 1050 1200 1350 1500 1650 1800 1950 2100 2250 2400
Design 32mm dia. solid bar (6.31 Kg/m)
Our designs follow the recommendation of BS 6399; Part 1, BS 5395 20 x 3 14.8 17.4 9.1 5.2 3.3 908
and BS 6180. There are at least two horizontal rails - a top rail Stainless steel handrails are available with ball type standards, but all
(handrail) and an intermediate rail (knee rail) at approximately mid- welded construction can also be accommodated. 25 x 3 18.0 27.2 17.4 10.2 6.5 4.3 1141
height. For step (companion) ladders and staircases in close proximity
to, or bounded by a wall, a single handrail only is required with a Aluminium tubular handrail is also available on request in a range of 25 x 5 27.8 45.4 29.0 17.1 10.8 7.2 5.1 3.7 1350
minimum clearance for the hand of 75mm** (EEUA recommend sizes.
minimum 65mm). If glazed areas occur adjacent to a walkway, 30 x 3 21.0 39.2 25.1 17.4 11.2 7.5 5.2 3.8 1367
platform, balcony or staircase, they should be guarded by a secure Handrail Standards
handrail or balustrade. Tubular and Solid ball type mild steel standards are available in a 30 x 5 33.0 65.0 41.8 29.0 18.6 12.5 8.5 6.4 4.8 1594
Wherever possible, handrails should be continuous and follow the variety of types and sizes. For further details, including types of base
exposed edge of raised platform areas and staircases. Sharp changes of fittings, see page 13, 14 & 15. A handrail system may be tubular or 35 x 3 23.8 53.0 34.0 23.7 17.4 11.9 8.3 6.0 4.6 1570
direction in the vertical plane should be avoided in runs of handrail. solid, or a combination of both e.g. tubular handrails with solid
standards. However, it is important to select a standard with 35 x 5 37.8 89.0 57.0 39.5 29.0 19.8 13.9 10.1 7.7 5.9 4.6 1867
The minimum height of handrails for platforms walkways and landings
is 1.1m above the walking surface; for staircases the handrail height adequate ball size to be compatible with the diameter of handrail to
40 x 3 26.8 70.0 44.6 31.0 22.8 17.4 12.6 9.1 6.8 5.2 4.2 1816
should be between 0.9m and 1m above the pitch line. be used, as illustrated below.
Handrails should terminate in a swept end, either to the wall or to the 40 x 5 43.0 116 74.0 52.0 37.9 29.0 20.8 15.2 11.4 8.79 6.9 5.3 4.0 2119
knee rail, or return to the standards. Specification of Standard Max Dia. of Handrail
to suit Ball Size
Shank Size x Ball Size
Note: Sharp corners, protrusions and stop ends should be avoided since 50 x 5 52.8 181 116 81.0 59.0 45.4 35.8 29.0 22.9 17.2 13.5 10.3 7.8 5.9 2505
these may catch clothing and cause accidents. Return bends (‘U’ bends)
should not extend more than 350mm from the centre line of the 33.7mm o/d x 3.2mm wall x 60mm dia. ball 33.7mm o/d
60 x 5 63.0 261 167 110 85.0 65.0 52.0 41.8 34.6 28.5 23.1 17.7 13.4 10.3 2872
standards. At the foot of staircases, ‘U’ bends should extend to the 42.4mm o/d x 3.2mm wall x 75mm dia. ball 42.4mm o/d
TUBULAR 2
48.3mm o/d x 4.0mm wall x 90mm dia. ball 48.3mm o/d * For mass of Type 41/50 add 1.8 Kg/m
point of maximum extension of the stringer.
60.3mm o/d x 4.0mm wall x 90mm dia. ball 48.3mm o/d
2
Loadings TYPES 30/100 and 30/50 Safe Uniformly Distributed Load in kN/m
BS 5395: Part 3 recommends the following minimum design imposed 32mm dia. Solid x 60mm dia. ball 33.7mm o/d
SOLID Load #
lateral loads that should be used for handrails in industrial situations: 38mm dia. Solid x 70mm dia. ball 42.4mm o/d
Bearing Clear Span in Millimetres Max
Mass2
Light duty. Access limited to one person. —0.36 kN/m Bars Kg/m Span
Note: All standards are compatible with 25mm and 32mm Solid mm 600 750 900 1050 1200 1350 1500 1650 1800 1950 2100 2250 2400 mm
General duty. Regular two-way pedestrian traffic. —0.36 kN/m *
Heavy duty. High density pedestrian traffic: escape routes. —0.74 kN/m Handrails.
20 x 3 17.7 23.0 11.9 6.9 4.4 973
Potentially crowded areas over 3m wide. —3.00 kN/m Details regarding the spacing between Standards at different
Loadings are given on page 13.
25 x 3 21.7 35.9 23.0 13.6 8.5 5.7 3.9 1236
If there is any possibility of vehicular impact, the recommendations in Aluminium tubular Standards are also available to complement the
appendix C of BS 6180 should be followed. Aluminium tubular handrailing.
25 x 5 33.8 60.0 38.3 22.5 14.3 9.6 6.7 4.9 1480
For light access stairs, gangways etc., which are not more than 600mm
wide, a minimum design load of 0.22 kN/m may be used (BS 6399: Part 1). Gates and Safety Chains 30 x 3 25.4 52.0 33.1 23.0 14.8 9.9 6.8 5.0 3.8 1500
Where loading access is required for a mezzanine floor, or for
Protective Treatments protection across openings at the head of stairs and ladders. we can 30 x 5 40.3 86.0 55.2 38.3 24.6 16.6 11.6 8.4 6.3 4.9 1747
Steel can be supplied in the following finishes: supply gates of tubular construction to match the design of adjoining
i) Self colour. handrails. Alternatively, safety chains can be provided. Chains are 35 x 3 28.8 70.0 45.1 31.3 23.0 15.7 11.0 8.0 6.0 4.6 1726
ii) Red oxide metal primer. galvanized mild steel, smooth welded to BS4942 and supplied with
iii) Hot dipped galvanized to BSENISO 1461. Recommended for hooks, split rings, shackles, eye bolts and snap fasteners as required. 35 x 5 46.2 117.0 75.0 52.0 38.3 26.2 18.4 13.4 10.0 7.7 6.1 4.6 2044
exposed or corrosive conditions. Decorative paint finishes can be
applied by the customer on top of galvanized materials, but a Infill Panels and Mesh Guards 40 x 3 32.6 92.0 59.0 40.9 30.0 23.0 16.6 11.9 9.0 6.9 5.4 4.1 1989
suitable priming system must be used prior to painting. Where a two line system of handrail is preferred or for existing
iv) Nylon/Plastic coated. Not recommended for exposed conditions. handrails where the need arises for additional protection, we can 40 x 5 52.7 153 98.0 68.0 50.0 38.3 27.6 19.9 15.0 11.6 9.1 6.9 5.3 4.0 2271
v) Chrome plated, polished and powder coated finishes are provide infill panels. These panels consist of 50mm sq. welded mesh
constructed from 3.25mm dia. wire with heavy gauge wire frame 50 x 5 64.8 239 153 106 78.0 60.0 47.3 38.3 29.2 22.6 17.8 13.6 10.3 7.9 2685
available to special order.
surrounds and supplied complete with fixing clips for securing to
60 x 5 77.5 345 221 153 113 86.0 68.0 55.0 45.6 37.8 30.6 23.5 17.7 13.7 3079
** BS 5395 handrails.
2
* For mass of Type 30/50 add 1.8 Kg/m

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 Rectangular Pattern Mild Steel Open Type Flooring
Our rectangular pattern open steel
grating provides the structural benefits
of strength, light weight and good
stability, constructed from mild steel,
load bearing and twisted transverse
bars are joined together by the forge
welding process to produce a grating
which complies with the requirements
of BS4592 Part 1 and is suitable for
many industrial applications.
Load Bearing Bar
A longitudinal load carrying
member of uniform section
spanning between supports.
Transverse Bar
A member fixed at right angles to
the load bearing bars to provide
lateral restraint.
Binding Bar
A bar or section, of at least equal
thickness to the load bearing bars,
fixed to the edge of a panel,
flush with the top of the load
bearing bars.
Typical arrangement of Handrails for Stairs, Platforms and Walkways
Pitch
The distance centre-to-centre of
load bearing bars or centre-to-
centre of transverse bars.
Depth
Overall depth of load bearing bars
Length (Span)
The overall dimension of a flooring
panel measured in a direction
parallel with the load bearing bars.
This dimension is always referred
to as ‘length’ even if it is shorter
than the width.
Width
The overall dimension of a flooring
panel measured in a direction at
right angles to the load bearing For loadings on Handrails reference
bars. This dimension is always should be made to BS 6399; Part 1.
referred to as ‘width’ even if it
exceeds the length.
Information on Design and Loadings is
Effective Span also given in BS 6180.
The clear span between supports.

Spacing Between Standards

Standard Range Rectangular Pattern
Four types of standard pattern gratings are
readily available. They are designated by
the pitch (centre spacing) in mm’s of the
load bearing and transverse bars.
Tables A and B take into account the
limiting stress for the grade of steel
specified The horizontal displacement
of any part of the barrier should not
Type 41/100 exceed 25mm. Allowance has been
Load bearing bars at 41mm centre made for the combined deflection of
Transervse bars at 100mm centres handrails and standards.
In order to select a suitable size of
handrail standard from the above tables
one must first decide:
(a) the horizontal loading requirement
(b) the handrail diameter to be used
Having decided the handrail dia.
and loading:
(c) select from table A or Table B
a suitable standard
Note: Height should be taken from
fixing point (1) see base details
page 15 .
(d) check that the handrail dia. is
compatible with the size of handrail
standard selected . See page 12.

Max. Spacing in mm of Mild Steel Handrail Standards where Intensity of Horizontal Loading = 0.36 kN/m
Stock Panels Type 30/100 Height of Standards
These can be supplied in nominal 6m lengths Load bearing bars at 30mm centre Specification of Standards 900 950 1000 1050 1100 1150 1200 1250
by 1m wide. Transervse bars at 100mm centres
33.7mm o/d Shank x 60mm dia. ball 1090 1030 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

TUBULAR
TABLE A
Non Standard Patterns 42.4mm o/d Shank x 75mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1795 1710 1630 1560 1495 1300

M.S.
In addition to the standard range, other 48.3mm o/d Shank x 90mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
patterns with different pitches can be supplied Type 41/50 60.3mm o/d Shank x 90mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
subject to availability. Please enquire if you Load bearing bars at 41mm centre
have a specific requirement outside the Transervse bars at 50mm centres

SOLID
M.S.
standard range. 32mm dia. Solid x 60mm dia. ball 1635 1550 1473 1405 1245 N/A N/A N/A
38mm dia. Solid x 70mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
Plain and Serrated Load Bearing Bars
Our standard range of gratings with the
special transverse twisted bar provide better Max. Spacing in mm of Mild Steel Handrail Standards where Intensity of Horizontal Loading = 0.74 kN/m
than average slip resistance. Where oily or icy
Type 30/50 Height of Standards
conditions are likely to be prevalent, then
Load bearing bars at 30mm centre Specification of Standards 900 950 1000 1050 1100 1150 1200 1250
gratings with serrated edge load bearing bars
Transervse bars at 50mm centres
can be supplied for improved grip.
TABLE B

33.7mm o/d Shank x 60mm dia. ball THIS PATTERN NOT SUITABLE
TUBULAR 42.4mm o/d Shank x 75mm dia. ball THIS PATTERN NOT SUITABLE
M.S.
Standard Finishes
Self colour, painted black or galvanised to 48.3mm o/d Shank x 90mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1763 1685 1545 1330 1010 N/A
Load bearings in 3mm and 5mm thickness and varying depths are available
BSENISO 1461. Alternative finishes are 60.3mm o/d Shank x 90mm dia. ball 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
for each type of grating. See load tables for the range of sections.
available on special request.
SOLID

32mm dia. Solid x 60mm dia. ball THIS PATTERN NOT SUITABLE
M.S.

Fixing Clips Fabrication 38mm dia. Solid x 70mm dia. ball 1333 1265 1200 1143 830* N/A N/A N/A
All gratings should be fixed securely to the Your specific requirements are undertaken after submission of our detailed
supporting structure using not less than two drawings for your approval. Our proposals will provide you with the optimum
clips for each panel. A range of fixing clips are layout taking account of all requirements for cut-outs, shaping and supporting * By using 42.4mm o/d tube handrails, spacing of standards in this particular instance could be increased to 1090mm.
available to suit particular applications. steelwork. For ease of installation on site, each fabricated panel is hard stamped When fixed to concrete or other building materials, the maximum spacing of standards for 0.74kN/m loading should be no
Standard Clip FC2 See page 1 for illustration. on the binding bar with an erection mark to correspond with our layout drawings. greater than 1250mm

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 Handrail Standards Safe Load Tables for Concentrated Loads
Steelway tubular and solid ball type A full range of available bases brickwork, block work.
standards are made in varying heights are illustrated on page 15. The type The size and spacing of fixing On Mild Steel Diamond Pattern heavy duty open
to suit single, double and multi-line of base should be chosen with bolts into concrete or other type covers subject to loads applied by slow moving
handrails. Balls are drilled to suit care to ensure it will be suitable low density materials requires
handrails or can be fitted with eyes for attaching to the structure in careful consideration. There is road vehicles with pneumatic tyres. Where covers
for chains. Grub screws are a standard question. A larger size of base an optimum requirement for are subject to other types of usage e.g. Fork Lift
fitment in balls to secure handrails is more suitable when fixing to fixings, and exceeding this Trucks etc. a specific enquiry should be made.
against movement. materials which have a lower may weaken rather than
density than steel e.g. concrete, strengthen the attachment.
Note: Handrail standards must not be
supported from toe plates, unless it
can be shown that the toe plates are
structural members. Depth of Average Tabulated Point Loads (Concentrated on Min. Area of 200 x 200mm) in kN for Spans in Metres
Section Mass
When ordering please indicate and in 2
Type Ref. Kgs/m 0.6 0.75 0.9 1.0 1.25 1.5 1.75 2.0
whether solid type or tubular type
standards are required, and state: 35 55.2 9.87 7.90 6.58 5.92 4.74 3.33 2.45 1.88
FL35H
1) Height. 50 71.8 19.2 15.4 12.8 11.5 9.24 7.70 6.60 5.19
FL50H
2) Ball centres.
3) Diameter of ball/shank. 65 114 38.5 30.8 25.7 23.1 18.5 15.4 13.2 11.5
FL65H6
4) Outside diameter of handrail.
65 137 48.1 38.5 32.1 28.8 23.1 19.2 16.5 14.4
5) Type of base (state reference). FL65H8
See page 15. 80 135 57.2 45.7 38.1 34.3 27.4 22.9 19.6 17.1
6) Angle of rake/pitch (if side fixing FL80H6
type base state handing L.H. or 80 163 71.7 57.4 47.8 43.1 34.4 28.7 24.6 21.5
R.H. side of stair when ascending). FL80H8
7) Material and finish. See page 12. 80 190 85.0 68.0 57.6 51.0 40.8 34.0 29.1 25.5
FL80H10
100 215 109 87.4 72.9 65.6 52.5 43.7 37.5 32.8
FL100H8
100 246 129 103 86.1 77.5 62.0 51.7 44.3 38.8
FL100H10
100 276 147 118 98.3 88.4 70.7 58.9 50.5 44.2
FL100H12

Mild Steel Angle Curb

For straight runs of duct we supply standard 3m lengths of curb. ANGLE CURBING TYPE ‘FLC’ FOR
Make-up lengths are provided to obtain the correct overall length, STEELWAY OPEN TYPE FLOORING
IN STANDARD 3M LENGTHS OR
these are marked for identification on site. Each angle curb is CUT TO SIZE
provided with joint plates and countersunk bolts to assist installation
on site. Lugs are welded on at approximately 900mm centres and at
approximately 150mm from each end. It is preferable, though not
essential, for customers to provide a layout showing all ducts where
it is proposed to have floor covers and curbing: this will allow us to
provide you with drawings for your approval showing the most
economical arrangement.

Should be fitted in
preference to safety chains.
ANGLE CURB TYPE CODE AND SIZES
Type Fl.Depth Clearance Bearing Min. Rebate
Code 'A' 'B' 'C' 'D' 'E'
FLC 20 20 8 32 100 60
FLC 25 25 10 50 120 65
FLC 35 35 10 30 100 80
FLC 40 40 11 34 110 90
FLC 45 45 11 39 110 100
FLC 50 50 16 44 120 110
Mild Steel Aluminium Stainless Steel
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 Safe Load Tables for Mild Steel Diamond Pattern Flooring Bases for Tubular Standards Type ’ST’
Depth of 2 U.D.L. These bases are
Straight Mass Tabulated loads (UDL) in kN per m for spans in metres suitable for mild steel
flooring in RL RR
bar and in 2
mm and standards required
(pressed bar) Kgs/m 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.4
Type Ref. to resist a maximum
20 20 x 3
horizontal force of
FL20L (20 x 3)
28.8 20.5 14.9 10.0 7.0 5.1 3.3 Tabulated Load are 0.36 kN/m at design
calculated to a level.
25 25 x 3 maximum stress
2
32.4 32.5 23.9 18.3 13.5 9.8 5.7 3.6 2.3 of 140N/mm
FL25L (20 x 3)

25 25 x 5
41.0 48.1 35.3 27.0 20.1 14.7 8.5 5.4 3.6 2.0 1.0
FL25H (20 x 3)

35 35 x 3
43.1 61.6 45.3 34.7 27.4 22.2 15.0 9.4 6.3 4.4 2.2 1.2
FL35L (25 x 3)

35 35 x 5
55.2 92.2 67.7 51.9 41.0 33.2 27.7 14.3 9.6 6.7 4.9 2.0 1.0
FL35H (25 x 3)

40 40 x 5
60.8 118 86.6 66.3 52.4 42.5 29.5 20.9 14.0 9.8 7.2 4.9 1.9
FL40H (25 x 3)

45
FL45H
45 x 5
(25 x 3)
66.3 147 108 82.7 65.4 53.0 36.8 27.0 19.7 13.8 10.1 6.9 4.9 Bases for Solid Standards Type ’S’
50 50 x 5
Suitable for 32mm and
71.8 180 132 101 79.9 64.7 44.9 33.0 25.3 18.8 13.7 9.4 6.6 38mm dia. standards
FL50H (25 x 3)
required to resist a
Deflection limited to span/200 or 10mm whichever is lesser. maximum horizontal
2 force of 0.36 kN/m
Loads shown to the right of the thick blue line are below 5 kN/m the minimum design requirements of BS.4592. at design load.
Note: We also manufacture open type flooring of a similar pattern constructed from aluminium.
For safe loads on aluminium flooring multiply tabular loads by 0.35.

2
1 kN/m = 101.9718 kg f/m2 = 20.8854 Ib f/ft2.

TYPE FLS OPEN TYPE FLOORING TYPE FLP OPEN TYPE FLOORING
with serrated edge. with integral solid floor plate.

Heavy Duty Bases Type ’HS’

TYPE ‘FLS’
Steelway Type ‘FLS’ serrated flooring
is available ranging in depths from
25mm (Type FLS 25) up to 50mm
Type FLS 50).Pressed spacer bars have
a serrated edge providing extra grip
for the user on the walking surface.
Serrated flooring, apart from the
serrated surface, is supplied in
panels of similar specification to
our standards Type ‘FL’ flooring.
TYPE ‘FLP’
Type ‘FLP’ flooring has a solid surface of
4.5mm thick non-slip Durbar pattern
plate or alternatively plain surface plate
as preferred, welded to the top face of
type ‘FL’ open flooring. Type ‘FLP’ covers
may be used alongside type ‘FL’ or ‘FLS’
flooring of matching depth, without a
trip, to provide a virtually sealed floor
area over machinery or other sensitive
equipment, whilst retaining the
advantage of open type flooring in other
areas. This type of cover also provides
better distribution of highly concentrated
point loads across a panel without the
usual distortion.
Covers can be supplied in a range of
depths from 30mm (FLP 30) to 55mm
FLP 55).
For particularly slippery conditions a
carborundum surface finish for solid
covers is available.
‘FLP’ floor covers and open type
flooring panels have been used
extensively for raised flooring
systems, thus allowing easy access to
services below should the need arise.
Example: FLP 30 is FL 25 + 4.5mm
plate cover.
Suitable for both Solid and Tubular Standards
required to resist a maximum horizontal force
of 0.74 kN/m at design level.
High Tensile Bolts should be used.
Types with suffix 'C' are designed for fixing to
concrete at an optimum spacing of 1.25m
nominal assuming concrete to be unreinforced
with a minimum compressive strength of
2
25 N/mm .
Types with a suffix 'S' are designed for fixing
to steelwork at spacings of up to 1.8m.
Designers should ensure that the adjacent
construction acting as support for handrails
and balustrades is of adequate strength and
stability to sustain all applied loads safely
without excessive strain, deflection or
distortion.
Note: Bases are drilled 19mm dia. holes for M16 bolts. Non standard drilling can be accommodated and bolts supplied on request.

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 Pultruded GRP Products Open Type Flooring - Diamond Pattern
Complete support structures are available constructed from GRP pultruded sections with stainless steel fixings,
in both fire and non fire retardant GRP materials
Key (178mm)
The benefits of pultruded GRP
materials are numerous
Custom built panels to customers
specific requirements can be easily
GRP Handrails
• Light, medium and heavy duty
centre of welds 2 3 4 5 6
• High strength accommodated. Our unique designs 1. Adjustable fixing clip, Type, FC2,
• Low weight construction system allows for the most • Posts are square or rectangular can be used with all depths of
• Corrosion resistance economical use of materials with the sections ‘Steelway’ flooring listed on page 2
• Low maintenance minimum of wastage. • Contrasting colour posts and and will secure panels to almost any

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• Low conductivity to heat rails available support. Two clip assemblies are
and electricity • Rigid performance • With or without kickplate

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• Non magnetic
• Non sparking
GRP Grating ‘Safegrip’ (40T-SG)
Pultruded bearing bars are
mechanically held in position using our
unique patented locking system
without the need of adhesives. The
transverse locking system resists any
twisting or lateral movement of the
load bearing bars. Panels can be cut
on site without fear of load bearing
bars becoming detached.
Standard panels, nominally 1m wide,
are available in 3m and 6m lengths.
• Bearing bars mechanically
locked
• Anti slip gritted surface
available
• Low noise in use
• Hold down clips below
surface
• GRP curb angle to suit
GRP ‘Safegrip’ Stairtreads
Stairtreads from GRP grating / solid
have a square siting bar to the front of
the tread which also acts as a high stress
absorber where most of the force is
applied in use.The siting bar is of a
contrasting colour, normally yellow.
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• Supplied in kit form for ease of
required. Fix to straight bars.
installation
GRP Ladders
• Stringers are square or
rectangular hollow sections
2. “Steelway” mild steel diamond 1
for greater stiffness and pattern open mesh flooring of
strength all welded construction.
• Serrated rungs offer good grip
• Contrasting colours for rungs
and stringers available Span (direction straight or load bearing bars) 7
• Complete with GRP safety 3. Straight bar (load bearing bars).
cages where required
• Stays and feet in GRP or
stainless steel to suit
4. Pressed bar, acts as spacer and M8 Hex. Bolt
GRP ‘Safegrip’ Planking transmits localised loads to adjacent Depth
Solid (40SP-S) or perforated (40SP-P)

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load-bearing bars.
from stock in 6m x 500m panels or cut

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;;;;;;;;; to size and shape. Adjacent panels

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Top clip
connect by tongue and groove joints.
3mm thick material 1
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;;; Supplied with a plain or gritted top Support
5. Strong stich welded joints.
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;;;;;;;;; walking surface. Fixings are stainless

;;; ;;;;;;;;;
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;;;;;; Type 'FC2' clip assembly
steel.
2mm Thick clip
;;;;;
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plate pressing if ordered as a separate
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GRP Moulded Gratings
6. Nosing bar (binding bar) 5mm item, please state
;;;;;
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Available 25mm or 40mm thick in Nut
thick flat bar welded along the flooring type ref
;;;
stock panels 1.22m * 2.44m having a
span edge of all panels.
;;;
40mm square perforated grid pattern.
With plain or gritted slip resistant top Nosing bars are not intended
;;;
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walking surface. to be load bearing. Welded

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7. Every fourth or fifth straight bar
‘Safegrip’ (40T-SG)
and the edge bars are strongly

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welded to the nosing bars.
Adjustable clip

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Edge bar

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8. Erection marks are steel stamped

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in the centre of nosing bars - see
Steel stamped location mark
drawing below. on nosing bar

; ; ; ; ; ;
(span edge of panel)

; ; ; ; ; ;
Available in

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Mild Steel
Stainless Steel Incorrect (Wrong)
Aluminium Ends of Load

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Correct (Right) Bearing Bars are
not supported

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Unless otherwise specified, mild steel
flooring will be given one coat of
black paint, suitable only for internal

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dry conditions. A galvanised finish is
‘Safegrip’ (40SP-P) required for external or damp
conditions Span or direction Width
of Straight Bearing Bar of panel
‘Safegrip’ (40SP-S) (length of panel)

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 S
teelway Fensecure has displayed for over eighty years the
expertise for design, manufacture and installation of our
specialised equipment.

We offer our customers the assurance of equipment complying

with relevant British Standards, Code of Practice and Building
Regulations backed up by quality assurance control in our works.
Architects, engineers and others now have the benefit of our
experience brought together in this Catalogue of products
engineered by Steelway Fensecure. Guidance will readily be
given by our Engineers for the specification and type of Steelway
Fensecure equipment most suitable for your project. This help
MANUFACTURERS is available from the outset when the initial plans are being
AND INSTALLERS OF: drawn up. It will prove invaluable to the Architect, Engineer and
Draughtsman alike.
METAL FLOORING,
Steelway Fensecure are frequently asked, not only to manufacture
WALKWAYS,
and supply equipment, but also to assemble and erect installations
STAIRCASES, on site. Experienced teams of Steelway erectors undertake this
PLATFORMS, work, controlled from the Wolverhampton works, they operate in
MEZZANINES, all parts of the U.K. mainland.
LADDERS, In the interest of quality and customer service, we pursue a policy
FIRE ESCAPES, of continuous product development and reserve the right to
modify product designs without notice. Due to the limitations of
HANDRAILS,
space we have not been able to illustrate our complete product
BALUSTRADES, range. Please enquire if you do not find the products that fulfil
GUARD RAILS, your requirements - we may still be able to help you.
WIRE MESH PANELS, We feel that our growing number of customers reflect the
DUCT COVERS, confidence they have in us to provide the products and service
ACCESS COVERS, they require.

AND MANY OTHER We offer:

ALLIED PRODUCTS IN: Free advice.
Free Preliminary Surveys.*
STEEL, Free estimates and specification.
ALUMINIUM, Drawings for approval prior to manufacture.
CAST IRON, Full manufacturing facilities.
On site assembly and erection service.*
STAINLESS STEEL
AND GRP * U.K. only.

HOT DIP GALVANISED Steelway

COATING THICKNESSES TO BSENISO 1461 Queensgate Works, Bilston Road
ARTICLE AND MEAN COATING
ITS THICKNESS THICKNESS (MINIMUM) Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV2 2NJ
STEEL >/= 6mm 85 MICRONS Tel: 01902 451733
STEEL >/= 3mm to < 6mm 70 MICRONS Fax: 01902 452256
STEEL >/= 1.5mm to < 3mm 55 MICRONS
E-Mail: sales@steelway.co.uk
STEEL < 1.5mm 45 MICRONS
Website: www.steelway.co.uk

Steelway is a trading name of Steelway Fensecure Ltd. Registered in England. Registration No. 3872973. Registered Office: Bilston Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV2 2NJ 

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Manufacturers and Installers of:

Flooring

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Component Fabrication

in Mild Steel

Stainless Steel

Aluminium

& GRP

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Queensgate Works, Bilston Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV2 2NJ

Tel: 01902 451733 | Fax: 01902 452256 | Email: sales@steelway.co.uk | website: www.steelway.co.uk
Steelway is a trading name of Steelway Fensecure Ltd. Registered in England. Registration No. 3872973. Registered Office: Bilston Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV2 2NJ

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