Torqx Step Over Platforms
Mounting building services and other equipment on rooftops is a great way to save space. However safe and effective walkways need to be thought about too. As designated access routes are vital for allowing engineers to safely service or replace equipment.
Torqx Step Over Platforms offer an ideal solution for allowing simple and safe passage across low-lying building services, such as runs of pipework or electrical cables.
Working at height regulations, require precautions to be in place on roof-tops to minimise the risk of trips and slips. Torqx Step Over Platforms have been designed in accordance to BS 4592-0:2006+A1:2012 relating to flooring, stair treads and handrails for industrial use.
Torqx Step Over Platforms Features and Benefits:
- Flexibility – services can be spanned in either direction, unlike channel-based platforms.
- Robust – provides stability and bi-directional strength, with a safe working load of 200kg.
- Long Service Life – with excellent corrosion resistance, requiring minimal maintenance.
- Slip Resistant – the quartz grit top coating provides an excellent anti-slip walking surface.
- Non-Penetrating – the anti-slip and anti-vibration feet, effectively distribute loads.
- Meets British Standards – designed in accordance to BS 4592-0:2006+A1:2012.
Torqx Step Over Platforms are pre-assembled for easy installation. They consist of; GRP grating, your specified steel frame and plastic support feet. For heavy duty applications the 110mm plastic feet can be replaced with 250mm rubber feet. These load spreading feet allow for weight to be evenly distributed on rooftops.
Comes as Standard - 110mm Plastic Feet with a 5mm foam pad on their base, which has anti-vibration and anti-slip properties. Base size: 110mm (L) x 100mm (W) x 60mm (H).
Heavy Duty Option - 250mm Rubber Feet (331202582 x 4) with 41x21mm aluminium strut pre-inserted. Made from durable recycled rubber they offer both vibration and noise absorption. Base size: 250mm (L) x 180mm (W) x 95mm (H).
Torqx Step Over Platforms Sizes & Weight Loads:
| Code | Span | Width | Standard Platform with 110mm Plastic Feet - Supplied (5KN/m2) | Heavy Duty Platform with 250mm Rubber Feet - Sold Seperately (7.5KN/m2) | Concentrated Load (1.5KN (A=200x200mm)) |
| 101114927 | 463mm | 615mm | 27 | 18 | 6.4 |
| 10111492818 | 463mm | 995mm | 21 | 14 | 5.8 |
| 101114929 | 463mm | 1223mm | 18 | 12 | 8.6 |
| 101114930 | 577mm | 615mm | 18 | 12 | 5.6 |
| 101114931 | 577mm | 995mm | 11 | 7 | 7.9 |
| 101114932 | 577mm | 1223mm | 10 | 6.7 | 5.7 |
| 101114933 | 995mm | 615mm | 18 | 12 | 9 |
| 101114934 | 957mm | 995mm | 7.2 | 4.2 | 16 |
| 101114935 | 995mm | 1223mm | 5 | 3.3 | 22 |
Simply select your required platform size, and inform us if the optional Heavy Duty Rubber Feet are required.
Advantages for Using Torqx Step Over Platforms
Using Torqx Step Over Platforms on rooftops offer several advantages, particularly for enhancing safety, accessibility, and maintenance efficiency.
1. Improved Safety
- Avoid Hazards: workers can easily use Torqx Step Over Platforms to navigate over obstacles like ductwork, pipes, or cables, reducing the risk of tripping or falling.
- Stability: Torqx Step over platforms provide stable, anti-slip surfaces, improving footing in environments exposed to the weather.
- Fall Prevention: When paired with safety handrails and guardrails, step over platforms minimise fall risks in elevated work areas.
2. Accessibility and Efficiency
- Easier Navigation: Torqx Step Over Platforms enable smooth passage over obstructions, avoiding the need for workers to climb or make detours, making rooftop maintenance quicker and safer.
- Organised Access Routes: Torqx Step Over Platforms provides clear pathways, reducing confusion and optimising workflow for complex rooftop environments.
3. Protecting Rooftop Infrastructure
- Prevents Damage: By guiding foot traffic over obstacles instead of around them, Torqx Step Over Platforms reduce the risk of damage to pipes, cables, and roof membranes.
- Load Distribution: Torqx Step Over Platforms distributes weight evenly, preventing localised damage or wear on sensitive rooftop areas.
4. Compliance with Safety Regulations
- Meets Standards: Torqx Step Over Platforms can help companies comply with health and safety standards such as Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations.
- Reduced Liability: Ensuring proper rooftop access decreases the risk of workplace injuries and potential for legal liabilities.
5. Durability and Reliability
- Robust Materials: Made from steel brackets and GRP grating, Torqx Step Over Platforms can withstand harsh weather conditions.
- Pre-assembled: Torqx Step Over Platforms are simple to install, and require limited maintenance.
In summary, Torqx Step Over Platforms are a practical solution for improving safety, efficiency, and the longevity of rooftop installations, making them a valuable addition to any rooftop workspace.
Contact our team with your Torqx Step Over Platform or bespoke walkway enquiries via [email protected] or 01322 274226.
