Carbon Steel
High strength and economical; coating can be applied for corrosion protection.
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Expanded Metal Stair Treads
Expanded metal stair treads provide durable anti-slip walking surfaces for industrial stairs, fixed stairs, spiral stairs and access structures.
Overview
Technical description
Expanded metal stair treads provide durable anti-slip walking surfaces for industrial stairs, fixed stairs, spiral stairs and access structures.
Key Benefits
Why specify this solution.
Slip resistance
High load capacity
Drainage
Durable construction
Technical Specifications
Catalogue data in responsive format.
| Applications | Industrial stairs / fixed stairs / spiral stairs / access structures |
|---|---|
| Load tables | Available upon request |
| Opening geometry | Raised diamond / custom specifications available |
| Dimensions | Custom specifications available |
Available Materials
Materials selected for performance, finish and environment.
Galvanized Steel
Zinc-coated steel designed for improved corrosion resistance.
Stainless Steel
High corrosion resistance, impact resistance and long service life.
Aluminum
Lightweight, corrosion resistant and suitable for architectural applications.
Available finishes
- Hot-dip galvanized
- Powder coating
- Custom specifications available
Mesh / opening patterns
- Raised diamond
Applications
- Industrial stairs
- Fixed stairs
- Spiral stairs
- Access structures
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Mesh and application references.
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Technical Terminology
Expanded Metal Terminology
These terms define the geometry used when specifying expanded metal sheets, panels and grating.
LWDSWD
LWDSWD
- SWD
- Short Way of Diamond — the short diagonal across the opening.
- LWD
- Long Way of Diamond — the long diagonal across the opening.
- Strand Width
- The visible width of metal between adjacent openings.
- Strand Thickness
- The original sheet thickness used to form the mesh.