Are Stainless Steel Grates Required for your Project?
Are you looking for chemical and corrosion resistance? Do you have an application that requires sanitary flooring? If you answered yes to these questions, it is likely that a stainless steel surface will be the supreme choice for your project.
Now ask yourself, is drainage a concern? Will there be excess liquids or small materials that need to flow through? If so, stainless steel gratings will allow the maximum amount of liquids and small particles to drain off.
Stainless steel grates not only provide chemical/corrosion resistance and drainage but also provide a sturdy work surface with a high strength to weight ratio. Stainless steel grates are most commonly used for applications in food processing facilities, pharmaceutical applications, wastewater treatment plants, projects that require an aesthetically pleasing appearance, and many others. Stainless steel grates also stand up to harsh chemicals used to clean surfaces in applications where sanitary conditions are vital.
The two most common alloys of stainless steel grates available are 304 and 316. 304 stainless is the most common and popular type used, it contains nickel and chromium which provides excellent balance and workability. 316 stainless has better corrosion and pitting resistance as well as a higher strength at elevated temperatures than 304 stainless steel.
If your project calls for stainless steel grates that also add safety to their environment, your best option would be non-slip stainless steel grates. SlipNOT® stainless steel grates provide maximum traction in any slippery environment. The SlipNOT® anti-skid surface is applied to the stainless steel grate with a bond strength of at least 4,000 psi and creates a grit free file hard surface. SlipNOT® products are certified by NSF International for Public Health and Safety. By combining the superior qualities of stainless steel grates and the non-slip surface of SlipNOT® any environment can be instantly and permanently safe.
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