Aluminum grating does not require a finish. Banding Banding is the term used to describe a bar that is welded to the ends of bearing bars or along cut lines. It is available on all types of grating to stiffen the bearing bar ends, to provide a finished appearance, and to reduce tripping hazard. It is recommended for all types of grating. Surface A serrated grating provides a non-slip surface, making it ideal for areas subject to excessive amounts of materials like grease, paraffin, graphite and ice.
Standard practice is to serrate reticuline and cross bars.
Bearing bars may also be serrated if required, but the load carrying capacity of the grating is reduced. A serrated grating is shown below. Dimensions Standard products are detailed in the preceding pages. Armtec can design and fabricate grating with deeper and thicker bar sizes for special loading conditions. The span, or length, of the grating is measured in the direction of the bearing bars and includes banding.