Diamond Washer
- Item Includes: (1) Diamond Washer
- Order Separately:
(1) 5/16”-18 Carriage Bolt *
(1) 5/16” Flat Washer
(1) 5/16”-18 Hex Nut - Finish: G-90 mill galvanized
Also available in 304 stainless steel - Field drilling is required
* Plank carriage bolt lengths = Side Channel Height + 1”
Walkway carriage bolt = 5/16”-18 x 2”
Assembly
- Align diamond planks on I-Beam or other anchoring cross-member.
- Mark the I-Beam for drilling purposes under a slot near the end of plank. Drill a pilot hole.
- Remove plank and drill a finish hole.
- Replace plank. Align diamond washer over the drilled hole. Run the carriage bolt through the diamond washer and I-Beam. Tighten the washer and nut until secure.
- Test for movement or slippage. If planks are not secure, check fastening system for loose or missing parts. Repeat steps 1 thru 4.
Note: Do not walk on planks if they are not secure. Serious injury could result.
Welding
A common method of fastening safety grating is welding. It is recommended that all Daimond Safety Grating products be fillet welded per AWS D1.3. For more information, consult Technical Services.
Heavy Duty Hold-Down Clip
- Item Includes: (1) Clip
- Order Separately: 3/8” square-shank carriage bolts, nuts and washers
- Also available in stainless steel
Anchor Plate
- Item Includes:
(1) Anchor Plate
(2) 3/8”-16 J-Bolts
(2) 3/8” Flat Washer
(2) 3/8”-16 Hex Nut - Finish: G-90 mill galvanized
- Also available in 304 stainless steel
- No field drilling is required
Anchor Plate Assemblies *
Item 1: Grating Height 1-1/2” -Size 3/8”-16 x 1-1/2”
Item 2: Grating Height 2” – Size 3/8”-16 x 2”
Item 3: Grating Height 2-1/2” – Size 3/8”-16 x 2-1/2”
Item 4: Grating Height 3” – Size 3/8”-16 x 3”
Assembly
- Align two (2) planks side-by-side on I-Beam or other anchoring cross-member.
- Place J-bolts in plank openings opposite each other. Make sure you choose the openings nearest to the inner edge of the plank .
- Slide ACA anchor plate up J-bolts until snug. Make sure the inside edge of the ACA anchor plate is as close as possible to the center of the cross member.
- Tighten nuts until planks are secured.
- Test for movement or slippage. If planks are not secure, check fastening
system for loose or missing parts. Repeat steps 1 thru 4.
Note: Do not walk on planks if they are not secure. Serious injury could result.
Welding
A common method of fastening safety grating is welding. It is recommended that all Safety Grating products be fillet welded per AWS D1.3. For more information, consult Technical Services.
Walkway Splice Plate (30” Long) Kit
- Item Includes:
(2) Splice Plates
(32) 1/2”-13 x 11/4”Hex Bolts
(32) 1/2”-13 Hex Nuts
(32) 1/2” Washers
Walkway splice plates provide continuity when multiple lengths of plank walkways are desired. Connections are reinforced with the addition of splice plates attached to side channels.
Splice plates are formed from 12 gauge mill-galvanized steel, pre-punched and supplied with hardware shown above.
Torque to 40 ft.-lbs.
Walkway Splice Plate (7” Long) Kit
- Item Includes:
(2) Splice Plates – 4” x 7”
(16) 7/16”-14 x 11/4”Hex Bolts
(16) 7/16”-14 Hex Nuts
(16) 7/16” Washers
Kit joins continuous sections together in a run only over supports.
Note: Contact factory for information on pre-punched holes in walkway grating.
Splice plates are formed from 10 gauge mill-galvanized steel, pre-punched and supplied with hardware shown above.
Torque to 55 ft.-lbs. (minimum)
Marco Specialty Steel Is the Go-To for All Your Grating Needs
Marco is proud to provide the most comprehensive line of safety grating products including diamond, perf safety grating, and tread grip with slip-resistant surfaces. We have a complete understanding of each product and its features and benefits so we can recommend the best solution for your company.
We are the number one go-to for grating products, therefore we also stock bar grating and fiberglass grating.
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