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Grating clips are ideal for attaching parallel sheets of grating and attaching them to angle or channel-shaped flanges. They are safe for use as they eliminate the need for cutting, taping,...Read more

StyleModelThicknessThread SizeFlange ThicknessJaw OpeningJaw HeightJaw Flange HeightTop Plate DepthTop Plate LengthPricePkg. Qty.
AFFSSGG-1C1 1/2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 3/4"€156.6225
AFFSSGG-1B1 1/4"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 3/4"€156.6225
AFFSSGG-1D1 3/4"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 3/4"€156.6225
AFFSSGG-1A1"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 3/4"€156.6225
AFFSSGG-1E2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 3/4"€156.6225
GRATING FASTENERS -

Plain Grade 316 Stainless Steel Top Grating Clips

StyleModelMPNPricePkg. Qty.
ASSGT-FSSGT-F€214.39100
BSSGT-FFSSGT-FF€214.39100
CSSGT-ZSSGT-Z€412.09200
StyleModelThicknessThread SizeFlange ThicknessJaw OpeningJaw HeightJaw Flange HeightTop Plate DepthTop Plate LengthPrice
AALGG-1C1 1/2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"€5.52
AALGG-1B1 1/4"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"€5.52
AALGG-1D1 3/4"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"€5.52
AALGG-1A1"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"€5.52
AALGG-1E2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"€5.52
StyleModelThicknessFlange ThicknessMaterialTypeGradeFinishPricePkg. Qty.
AZMNGG-1C1 1/2"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€533.6725
AXMNGG-1C1 1/2"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€974.5450
AYMNGG-1C1 1/2"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€1,020.9450
AXMNGG-1B1 1/4"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€974.5450
AZMNGG-1B1 1/4"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€533.6725
AYMNGG-1B1 1/4"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€1,020.9450
AZMNGG-1D1 3/4"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€533.6725
AXMNGG-1D1 3/4"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€974.5450
AYMNGG-1D1 3/4"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€1,020.9450
AXMNGG-1A1"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€974.5450
AZMNGG-1A1"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€533.6725
AYMNGG-1A1"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€1,020.9450
AXMNGG-1E2"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€974.5450
AYMNGG-1E2"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€1,020.9450
AZMNGG-1E2"1/4" to 3/4"CupronickelMonel G-ClipNon GradedPlain€533.6725
GRATING FASTENERS -

Galvanized Carbon Steel Narrow Grip Grating Clips

StyleModelFlange ThicknessThicknessThread SizeJaw OpeningJaw HeightJaw Flange HeightTop Plate DepthTop Plate LengthPricePkg. Qty.
AFGN-1A1/4" to 3/4"1"------€62.3825
BGN-1A1/4" to 3/4"1"1/4"-2013/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"€188.9050
BGN-1B1/4" to 3/4"1 1/4"1/4"-2013/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"€188.9050
BGN-1C1/4" to 3/4"1 1/2"1/4"-2013/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"€188.9050
BGN-1D1/4" to 3/4"1 3/4"1/4"-2013/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"€188.9050
BGN-1E1/4" to 3/4"2"1/4"-2013/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"€188.9050
AFGN-1E1/4" to 3/4"2"------€62.3825
AFGN-1B1/4" to 3/4"1 1/4"------€62.3825
AFGN-1C1/4" to 3/4"1 1/2"------€62.3825
AFGN-1D1/4" to 3/4"1 3/4"------€62.3825
BGN-2A3/4" to 1 1/4"1"------€94.5250
BGN-2B3/4" to 1 1/4"1 1/4"------€94.5250
BGN-2C3/4" to 1 1/4"1 1/2"------€94.5250
BGN-2D3/4" to 1 1/4"1 3/4"------€94.5250
BGN-2E3/4" to 1 1/4"2"------€94.5250
StyleModelFlange ThicknessThicknessJaw OpeningJaw HeightTop Plate LengthTop Plate WidthThread SizeJaw Flange HeightPricePkg. Qty.
AGG-3A1 1/4" to 1 3/4"1"1 7/8"2 3/4"1 13/16"1 13/16"1/4"-201/8"€117.2225
AGG-3B1 1/4" to 1 3/4"1 1/4"1 7/8"2 3/4"1 13/16"1 13/16"1/4"-201/8"€117.2225
AGG-3C1 1/4" to 1 3/4"1 1/2"1 7/8"2 3/4"1 13/16"1 13/16"1/4"-201/8"€117.2225
AGG-3D1 1/4" to 1 3/4"1 3/4"1 7/8"2 3/4"1 13/16"1 13/16"1/4"-201/8"€117.2225
AGG-3E1 1/4" to 1 3/4"2"1 7/8"2 3/4"1 13/16"1 13/16"1/4"-201/8"€117.2225
AGG-4A1 3/4" to 2 1/4"1"2 3/8"3 1/4"1 1/2"1 7/8"1/4"-201/8"€238.8425
AGG-4B1 3/4" to 2 1/4"1 1/4"2 3/8"3 1/4"1 1/2"1 7/8"1/4"-201/8"€238.8425
AGG-4C1 3/4" to 2 1/4"1 1/2"2 3/8"3 1/4"1 1/2"1 7/8"1/4"-201/8"€238.8425
AGG-4D1 3/4" to 2 1/4"1 3/4"2 3/8"3 1/4"1 1/2"1 7/8"1/4"-201/8"€238.8425
AGG-4E1 3/4" to 2 1/4"2"2 3/8"3 1/4"1 1/2"1 7/8"1/4"-201/8"€238.8425
GRATING FASTENERS -

Galvanized Carbon Steel Short Grip Grating Clips

StyleModelThicknessJaw Flange HeightTop Plate DepthTop Plate LengthTop Plate WidthTop Plate ThicknessHole Centre To EdgeThread SizePricePkg. Qty.
AF10GG-0C1 1/2"3/8"3/8"1"1 13/16"16 ga.5/16"1/4"-20€87.8050
AF10GG-0B1 1/4"3/8"3/8"1"1 13/16"16 ga.5/16"1/4"-20€87.8050
AF10GG-0A1"3/8"3/8"1"1 13/16"16 ga.5/16"1/4"-20€87.8050
BGG-0A1"1/8"1/8"1 1/2"1 7/8"14 ga.1/4"1/4"-20€87.8050
AF10GG-0E2"3/8"3/8"1"1 13/16"16 ga.5/16"1/4"-20€87.8050
GRATING FASTENERS -

Galvanized Carbon Steel Top Grating Clips

StyleModelScrew SizeOpening SizeFits Bearing Bar SpacingApplicationFits Grating Opening SizeTypeMaterialGradePricePkg. Qty.
AGT-FF-----G-Clip TopCarbon SteelNon Graded€98.01100
BGT-R1/4"1"-Fastens Grating1"TopCarbon SteelNon Graded€259.05100
CGT-W1/4"1"1"Fastens Grating1"TopCarbon SteelNon Graded€241.73100
StyleModelThicknessThread SizeFlange ThicknessJaw OpeningJaw HeightJaw Flange HeightTop Plate DepthTop Plate LengthPricePkg. Qty.
AZSSGG-1C1 1/2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"2 9/16"€162.4225
AZSSGG-1B1 1/4"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"2 9/16"€162.4225
AZSSGG-1D1 3/4"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"2 9/16"€162.4225
AZSSGG-1A1"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"2 9/16"€162.4225
AZSSGG-1E2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"2 9/16"€593.3725
StyleModelThicknessFits Bearing Bar HeightThread SizeFlange ThicknessJaw OpeningJaw HeightJaw Flange HeightTop Plate DepthPricePkg. Qty.
AXSSGG-1C1 1/2"1 1/2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"€798.0350
AXSSGG-1B1 1/4"1 1/4"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"€770.0950
AXSSGG-1D1 3/4"1 3/4"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"€711.0950
AXSSGG-1A1"1"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"€689.3550
StyleModelFlange ThicknessThicknessJaw OpeningJaw HeightJaw WidthJaw LengthJaw ThicknessFits Bearing Bar HeightPricePkg. Qty.
AWSSGG-3A1 1/4" to 1 3/4"1"1 7/8"2 3/4"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.-€226.0025
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AWSSGG-3B1 1/4" to 1 3/4"1 1/4"1 7/8"2 3/4"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.-€226.0025
RFQ
AWSSGG-3C1 1/4" to 1 3/4"1 1/2"1 7/8"2 3/4"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.-€226.0025
RFQ
AWSSGG-3D1 1/4" to 1 3/4"1 3/4"1 7/8"2 3/4"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.-€226.0025
RFQ
AWSSGG-3E1 1/4" to 1 3/4"2"1 7/8"2 3/4"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.-€226.0025
RFQ
AWSSGG-1A1/4" to 3/4"1"13/16"1 3/4"1 1/2"2"1 3/4"1"€735.9350
AWSSGG-1C1/4" to 3/4"1 1/2"13/16"1 3/4"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.1 1/2"€770.0950
AWSSGG-1E1/4" to 3/4"2"13/16"1 3/4"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.2"€798.0350
AWSSGG-1B1/4" to 3/4"1 1/4"13/16"1 3/4"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.1 1/4"€760.7750
AWSSGG-1D1/4" to 3/4"1 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.1 3/4"€754.5550
AWSSGG-2A3/4" to 1 1/4"1"1 9/32"2 1/8"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.-€141.5425
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AWSSGG-2C3/4" to 1 1/4"1 1/2"1 9/32"2 1/8"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.-€141.5425
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AWSSGG-2D3/4" to 1 1/4"1 3/4"1 9/32"2 1/8"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.-€141.5425
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AWSSGG-2E3/4" to 1 1/4"2"1 9/32"2 1/8"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.-€141.5425
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AWSSGG-2B3/4" to 1 1/4"1 1/4"1 9/32"2 1/8"3/4"1 1/8"13 ga.-€141.5425
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StyleModelThicknessFits Bearing Bar HeightThread SizeFlange ThicknessJaw OpeningJaw HeightJaw Flange HeightTop Plate DepthPricePkg. Qty.
AYSSGG-1C1 1/2"1 1/2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"€1,004.6850
AYSSGG-1B1 1/4"-1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"€302.5750
AYSSGG-1D1 3/4"-1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"€302.5750
AYSSGG-1A1"1"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"€1,032.6650
AYSSGG-1E2"-1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"1/8"1/8"€302.5750
GRATING FASTENERS -

Plain Grade 316 Stainless Steel Soft Grip Grating Clips

StyleModelThicknessTop Plate LengthJaw WidthFits Bearing Bar HeightThread SizeFlange ThicknessJaw OpeningJaw HeightPricePkg. Qty.
AYSSGF-1C1 1/2"----1/4" to 3/4"--€151.2825
AZSSGF-1C1 1/2"----1/4" to 3/4"--€162.4225
BFSSGF-1C1 1/2"1 5/8"7/8"-1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"€167.2925
CFSSGG-1C1 1/2"1 3/4"11/16"1 1/2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"€540.0725
AXSSGF-1C1 1/2"----1/4" to 3/4"--€229.7150
CFSSGG-1B1 1/4"1 3/4"11/16"-1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"€155.9325
AXSSGF-1B1 1/4"----1/4" to 3/4"--€229.7150
AZSSGF-1B1 1/4"----1/4" to 3/4"--€162.4225
AYSSGF-1B1 1/4"----1/4" to 3/4"--€151.2825
BFSSGF-1B1 1/4"1 5/8"7/8"-1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"€167.2925
BFSSGF-1D1 3/4"1 5/8"7/8"-1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"€167.2925
AYSSGF-1D1 3/4"----1/4" to 3/4"--€151.2825
CFSSGG-1D1 3/4"1 3/4"11/16"-1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"€155.9325
AXSSGF-1D1 3/4"----1/4" to 3/4"--€229.7150
AZSSGF-1D1 3/4"----1/4" to 3/4"--€162.4225
AXSSGF-1A1"----1/4" to 3/4"--€229.7150
AZSSGF-1A1"----1/4" to 3/4"--€162.4225
AYSSGF-1A1"----1/4" to 3/4"--€151.2825
BFSSGF-1A1"1 5/8"7/8"-1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"€167.2925
CFSSGG-1A1"1 3/4"11/16"1"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"€540.0725
BFSSGF-1E2"1 5/8"7/8"-1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"€167.2925
AXSSGF-1E2"----1/4" to 3/4"--€229.7150
AZSSGF-1E2"----1/4" to 3/4"--€162.4225
AYSSGF-1E2"----1/4" to 3/4"--€151.2825
CFSSGG-1E2"1 3/4"11/16"2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"13/16"1 3/4"€526.7425
StyleModelThicknessFits Bearing Bar HeightScrew SizeGrating StyleOpening SizeFits Support ThicknessApplicationFits Grating Opening SizePricePkg. Qty.
ARSSGC-1C1 1/2"1 1/2"1/4"Close Mesh1"1/4" to 3/4"Fastens Close-Mesh Grating to Structural Shapes1"€874.5650
ARSSGC-1B1 1/4"1 1/4"1/4"Close Mesh1"1/4" to 3/4"Fastens Close-Mesh Grating to Structural Shapes1"€868.3450
ARSSGC-1D1 3/4"1 3/4"1/4"Close Mesh1"1/4" to 3/4"Fastens Close-Mesh Grating to Structural Shapes1"€852.7850
ARSSGC-1A1"1"1/4"Close Mesh1"1/4" to 3/4"Fastens Close-Mesh Grating to Structural Shapes1"€868.3450
ARSSGC-1E2"2"1/4"Close Mesh1"1/4" to 3/4"Fastens Close-Mesh Grating to Structural Shapes1"€911.9150
GRATING FASTENERS -

Plain Grade 316 Stainless Steel Mount SSGM Grating Clips

StyleModelFits Bearing Bar HeightScrew SizeOpening SizeFits Bearing Bar SpacingApplicationFits Grating Opening SizeTypeMaterialPricePkg. Qty.
ASSGM-1/2 x 5------Grating Mount SSGMStainless Steel-20
RFQ
BSSGM X 51"1/2"1"1"Fastens to Grating Surface As A Stable Base That Other Devices Can Be Mounted On1"Grating MountStainless Steel€778.7320
BSSGM-1/2 x 31" to 2"1/2"1"1"Fastens to Grating Surface As A Stable Base That Other Devices Can Be Mounted On1"Grating MountStainless Steel€682.1820
StyleModelFits Bearing Bar HeightScrew SizeOpening SizeFits Bearing Bar SpacingApplicationFits Grating Opening SizeMaterialTypePricePkg. Qty.
AGM-1/2 X 31"1/2"1"---Carbon SteelGrating Mount GM€423.4620
AGM-1/2 x 51" to 2"1/2"1"1"Fastens to Grating Surface As A Stable Base That Other Devices Can Be Mounted On1"Carbon SteelGrating Mount GM€524.6320
StyleModelFits Bearing Bar HeightScrew SizeOpening SizeFits Bearing Bar SpacingApplicationFits Grating Opening SizeMaterialTypePricePkg. Qty.
AWGP-1/GG-1C1 1/2"1/4"1"1"Fastens Parallel Grating Panels to Each Other1"Carbon SteelGrating Connector€242.7610
AWGP-1/GG-1B1 1/4"1/4"1"1"Fastens Parallel Grating Panels to Each Other1"Carbon SteelGrating Connector€251.9310
AWGP-2/GG-1D1 3/4"1/4"1"1"Fastens Parallel Grating Panels to Each Other1"Carbon SteelGrating Connector€231.9210
AWGP-1/GG-1A1"1/4"1"1"Fastens Parallel Grating Panels to Each Other1"Carbon SteelGrating Connector€226.9110
AWGP-2/GG-1E2"1/4"1"1"Fastens Parallel Grating Panels to Each Other1"Carbon SteelGrating Connector€251.9310
GRATING FASTENERS -

Galvanized Carbon Steel Standard Grating Clips

StyleModelFlange ThicknessThicknessFits Bearing Bar HeightFits Support ThicknessThread SizeJaw OpeningJaw HeightJaw Flange HeightPricePkg. Qty.
AF10GG-0D-1 3/4"--1/4"-201/2"1 3/4"3/8"€87.8050
BWGG-1A1/4" to 3/4"1"1"1/4" to 3/4"----€358.9450
BWGG-1B1/4" to 3/4"1 1/4"1 1/4"1/4" to 3/4"----€385.5450
BWGG-1C1/4" to 3/4"1 1/2"1 1/2"1/4" to 3/4"----€358.9450
BWGG-1D1/4" to 3/4"1 3/4"1 3/4"1/4" to 3/4"----€352.3050
BWGG-1E1/4" to 3/4"2"2"1/4" to 3/4"----€392.1850
BWGG-2A3/4" to 1 1/4"1"1"3/4" to 1 1/4"----€390.8650
BWGG-2B3/4" to 1 1/4"1 1/4"1 1/4"3/4" to 1 1/4"----€411.2650
BWGG-2C3/4" to 1 1/4"1 1/2"1 1/2"3/4" to 1 1/4"----€431.6550
BWGG-2D3/4" to 1 1/4"1 3/4"1 3/4"3/4" to 1 1/4"----€428.2450
BWGG-2E3/4" to 1 1/4"2"2"3/4" to 1 1/4"----€431.6550
StyleModelThicknessThread SizeFlange ThicknessJaw OpeningGrating StyleShapeMaterialTypePricePkg. Qty.
ARSCGC-1C1 1/2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"3/8"Close MeshRound SpacerStainless SteelG-Clip RSCGC€229.7150
ARSCGC-1B1 1/4"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"3/8"Close MeshRound SpacerStainless SteelG-Clip RSCGC€229.7150
ARSCGC-1D1 3/4"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"3/8"Close MeshRound SpacerStainless SteelG-Clip RSCGC€229.7150
ARSCGC-1A1"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"3/8"Close MeshRound SpacerStainless SteelG-Clip RSCGC€229.7150
ARSCGC-1E2"1/4"-201/4" to 3/4"3/8"Close MeshRound SpacerStainless SteelG-Clip RSCGC€229.7150
StyleModelScrew SizeOpening SizeFits Bearing Bar HeightFits Bearing Bar SpacingFits Support ThicknessFits Grating Opening SizeMaterialTypePricePkg. Qty.
A8760401/4"1 3/4"2"2"1/4"1 3/4"Stainless SteelClip Only€298.2025
A8760201/4"1 1/4"1 1/2"1 1/2"1/4"1 1/4"Stainless SteelClip Only€121.0425
A8760901/4"1"2"2"1"1"Stainless SteelClip Only€248.4925
A8760701/4"29/32"1 1/2"1 1/2"5/8"29"Stainless SteelClip Only€349.4825
A876000M103/4"1"1"1/4"3/4"Stainless SteelClip Only€286.9625
StyleModelHeightSizeMaterialTypeGradeFinishPricePkg. Qty.
ASSFG-1.5--Stainless SteelSaddle ClipGrade 316Plain€214.39100
ASSI-60-1.51 5/16"14" x 1"Stainless SteelSaddle ClipGrade 316Plain€226.46100
ASSI-60-127/32"14" x 1"Stainless SteelSaddle ClipGrade 316Plain€214.39100
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Grating Clips

Grating clips are suitable for attaching parallel sheets of grating to angular or channel-shaped flanges. They do not require cutting, taping, drilling or welding. Raptor Supplies offers these grating clips from brands like Grainger, Grating Fasteners, Morse Drum, Unistrut and Vigil Antislip.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a G-clip made of?

  • G-clip fasteners consist of three parts, assembled at the factory into a complete installation unit.
  • The main part is the grip-jaw portion of the assembly which includes a female-thread form in its upper portion. The jaw is die-stamped with die-cut, toothed segments facing upward which contact the underside of the structural member.
  • The second part is the stamped top designed to fit flat over the grating upper surface.
  • The third part, a 1/4 inch-20 threaded bolt, joins the body & top and can be adjusted as per requirement.

What is a grating used for?

Gratings are used in panels to optimise bending stiffness while minimising weight. They provide a stable flooring base & traction for superior safety. Gratings are common in industrial and commercial settings.

Are there any maintenance requirements for bar grating clips?

Periodic inspection and maintenance may be necessary to ensure optimal performance over time. This may include checking for signs of corrosion, tightening fasteners if necessary and replacing damaged clips as needed.

How do I choose the right bar grating clips for my project?

Selecting the appropriate grating clips depends on factors such as grating type, panel size, load requirements and installation method.

Are there any specific safety considerations when using these grating clips?

When installing grating clips, it is advisable to follow proper safety procedures, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and using tools and equipment correctly. Additionally, ensure that all clips are securely fastened to prevent accidents or injuries during installation and operation.