Open Steel Flooring & Steel Grating Panels
Rackerman open steel flooring — also known as steel grating, metal grating or open mesh flooring — provides a strong, anti-slip walking and working surface for platforms, walkways, mezzanines, stairs and drainage covers. Manufactured from mild steel to BS EN 10025 S275JR with load-bearing bars running the length of each 6m x 1m panel, it is available plain (self-colour) for indoor use or hot-dip galvanised walkway grating for lasting outdoor durability.
The open design lets light, air, water and debris pass straight through, which is why steel grating is the default flooring for industrial access platforms, plant rooms and external walkways. The serrated and plain bar options give reliable grip underfoot, while the deep bearer bars carry substantial loads across the span — making open steel flooring both safer and more economical than solid plate in most access applications.
Choosing Your Grating Panel
| Choice | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Bearer bar | Taller, thicker bars (e.g. 40 x 5mm) carry heavier loads over longer spans |
| Finish | Plain for indoor/dry use; galvanised for outdoor and wet environments |
Typical Uses for Steel Grating
Open steel flooring is used for access platforms and walkway grating, mezzanine floors, stair treads, plant rooms, trench and drainage grating, and general industrial flooring. Galvanised grating is the choice for any external or wash-down area, while plain panels suit dry internal plant and storage decks.
Cut to Size & Structural Note
Standard panels are 6000 x 1000mm and can be cut to suit on site with an abrasive saw; band any cut edges to maintain integrity. Load capacity depends on bearer bar size, span and support conditions — specify the panel to your structural engineer's loading and deflection requirements rather than by eye, particularly for public access or point-loaded platforms.
Delivery
Dispatched on a fast UK mainland service on a pallet (kerbside — please allow for mechanical offloading of heavy panels). Highlands, islands and offshore postcodes — contact us for a delivery quote before ordering.