Cable Ladder Systems

Electrical Cable Ladder Racks for the mechanical and electrical industries.

voestalpine Metsec offer complete cable ladder systems ranging from 50mm deep light duty ladders to 150mm deep extra heavy duty ladders in UK and European widths, up to 900mm, with a wide range of accessories.

Cable ladder racking materials and finishes available are mild steel hot dip galvanised as standard, pre galvanised or stainless steel grade 1.4404 (316L) to order. Where requirements specify – a post manufacture process which involves chemical cleaning and passivation of stainless steel parts is also available on request.

voestalpine Metsec electrical cable ladders generally conform to BS EN 61537 “cable management – cable tray systems and cable ladder systems” and are fully supported by independent testing at the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde.

A full design service for the cable management range ensures the most cost effective solution is specified. CAD drawings can also be produced if required.

voestalpine Metsec Cable Management offer comprehensive stocks, very high on-time and in full delivery performance and a made to order service for long, straight lengths and alternative rung configurations.

Cable ladder racks are structures that support and organise cables in various applications, such as industrial plants, power stations, and very commonly in data centers. Cable ladder racks consist of different components, such as:

• Ladder rails: These are the horizontal beams that form the sides of the ladder and provide strength and rigidity. They have slots or holes for attaching fittings and accessories.
• Ladder rungs: These are the cross-members that span between the rails and support the cables. They can have different shapes, such as tubular, solid, or C-shaped.
• Ladder fittings: These are the pieces that connect the ladder sections and change the direction or elevation of the ladder. They include bends, tees, crosses, reducers, and risers.
• Ladder supports: These are the devices that attach the ladder to the floor, wall, ceiling, or other structures. They include brackets, clamps, trapezes, and stands.
• Ladder accessories: These are the additional items that enhance the functionality or safety of the ladder. They include covers, dividers, splices, clamps, and earth straps.

While there are a number of different materials available, voestalpine Metsec manufactures cable ladder ranking using mild steel (which is either pre-galvanised or hot dip galvanised), or stainless steel.