Plank Gratings

Long-span walkways require materials that offer high strength-to-weight ratios. Our safety grating walkway solutions are self-framing, meaning the plank itself acts as the structural beam. This feature reduces the need for additional support steel, lowering installation costs while allowing light and air to pass through freely.

Engineers frequently specify our grating products for walkways in:

• Refineries and chemical plants
• Mining and mineral processing facilities
• Grain elevators and silos
• Billboard access platforms
• Overhead sign structures

Maintenance crews often work in exposed, high-wind environments where traction is critical. Plank grating applications on rooftops protect both the worker and the roof membrane. Grip Strut^® is particularly effective for rooftop walkways, as its serrated diamond pattern grips boots securely even when covered in ice or snow.

Use our non-penetrating and supported walkway systems for:

• HVAC maintenance paths
• Solar panel installation access
• Communication tower maintenance
• Skylight protection
• Roof crossover bridges

Elevated work platforms demand rigid, safe flooring that resists deformation under load. We stock wide-plank options that create stable safety grating surfaces for mezzanines. Unlike bar grating, plank grating minimizes the risk of tools dropping through to lower levels while providing a comfortable standing surface for long operations.

Upgrade your facility’s safety with plank grating for:

• Machine observation platforms
• Assembly line workstations
• Vehicle maintenance pits
• Sorting and packaging areas
• Equipment inspection decks

Retrofitting unsafe ladders is a cost-effective safety upgrade. We distribute two-, three- and four-hole ladder rungs that weld directly over existing round rungs. Traction Tread™ or Grip Strut^® rungs transform slick steel bars into high-traction footholds, significantly reducing slip hazards on vertical climbs.

Plank grating is ideal for retrofitting:

• Fixed vertical ladders
• Tank and silo ladders
• Maintenance hole access ladders
• Chimney climbs
• Vehicle boarding steps

Why Choose Argus Steel?

Argus Steel is a leader in the metals industry. As a specialized distributor, customers rely on our:

• Extensive inventory: We maintain a massive inventory of safety grating in galvanized steel, aluminum and stainless steel.
• No minimum: Whether you need one ladder rung or a mile of walkway, we fulfill orders of all sizes.
• Global fulfillment: We offer shipping across the U.S. and internationally.

Bolster worker safety at your facility with plank grating. Request a quote from Argus Steel to discuss your plank grating applications. Our experts are ready to help you select the right pattern, material and gauge for your specific requirements.