Fiberglass Grating Stair Treads and Stair Covers
Fiberglass stair treads and stair covers are an essential complement to molded and pultruded grating installations. Designed to meet or exceed OSHA requirements and building code standards, fiberglass stair treads and covers are:
- Slip-resistant
- Fire retardant
- Non-conductive
- Low maintenance
- Easily fabricated in the shop or field
Fiberglass Treads & Stair Cover Products
Molded FRP Stair Treads
One-piece molded stair treads are 1-1/2” deep with a 1-1/2” x 6” mesh and a solid, visibly defined, slip-resistant nosing. Available in the same high-performance resins as our molded fiberglass grating products, the grating portion of the tread is available with the standard meniscus or optional grit surface.
Fabrication is facilitated by unique cutting channels spaced at 6” increments. These channels provide efficient utilization when cutting treads to common sizes.
For additional information and load tables, please view Molded FRP Stair Tread Details.
Pultruded FRP Stair Treads
Safe-T-Span pultruded stair treads provide superior strength for stairways that require longer spans. These treads, designed with “I” or “T” shaped bearing bars, have a solid, slip-resistant nosing in a contrasting color.
The standard surface of the entire tread is applied quartz grit. Standard color options are yellow grating with dark gray nosing or dark gray grating with yellow nosing. Treads are stocked in standard 24’ lengths and cut-to-size per order by Grating Pacific.
For additional information and load tables, please view Pultruded FRP Stair Tread Load Table.
Covered Fiberglass Stair Treads
Designed as an alternative to heavy, high-maintenance concrete or slippery metal steps, covered stair treads are designed for uses such as universities, commercial office parks, motels, and aquatic or amusement parks.
Standard in light gray Corvex® resin, other resins and colors are also available. The integrally applied grit top is available in two surface textures that provide slip resistance; lighter standard grit for barefoot traffic or coarse grit for industrial applications.
For additional information and load tables, please view Fiberglass Stair Tread Details.
FRP Stair Covers
Fiberglass stair tread covers are a convenient way to provide a solid, slip-resistant surface for existing stairs. These covers may be installed over wood, concrete, or metal steps.
Safe and durable, the covers are manufactured with an integral aluminum grit walking surface and a visible nosing of contrasting color. For specialty applications, a phosphorescent coating may be specified for the nosing. This treatment allows the nosing to glow upon removal of a primary light source and is commonly used for stairs that serve in emergency exits.
For additional information, please view Fiberglass Stair Tread Covers.
Molded Fiberglass Stair Tread Details
For size and load details of molded fiberglass grating stair treads, please review the information included in the pdf below.
Pultruded Fiberglass Grating Load Tables
Covered Fiberglass Stair Tread Details
Fiberglass Stair Tread Cover Details
Standard Resins & Colors
Corvex®
This isophthalic polyester resin system outperforms a number of competitive fiberglass and metal products. Corvex meets the requirements for corrosion resistance found in industrial, chemical processing, and water/wastewater applications.
Flame Spread: ASTM E84 rating of 25 or less.
Certifications: meets the USCG requirements for general fire rating*.
Standard colors: yellow, dark gray, or dark green.
Vi-Corr®
A superior vinyl ester resin developed for reliable performance in the toughest environments. It offers outstanding resistance to a wide range of highly corrosive situations, from caustic to acidic.
Flame spread: ASTM E84 rating of 25 or less.
Certifications: DNV GL Type Approval No. TAF000003C; ABS Type Approval No. 01-HS34733-X; meets the USCG requirements for general fire rating*.
Standard colors: orange or dark gray.
FGI-AM®
This food-grade isophthalic polyester resin system offers antimicrobial properties to inhibit the growth of bacteria on the surface of the composite to protect the product itself. FGI-AM provides the necessary corrosion resistance to meet the requirements of the food and beverage industry. This product is intended only for non-public health uses.
Flame Spread: ASTM E84 rating of 25 or less.
Certifications: USDA Approvable.
Standard colors: light gray or green.
ISOFR
Isophthalic polyester resin formulation with a low flame spread rating of 25 or less designed for applications where there is moderate exposure to corrosive elements (DNV Type Approval Certificate F-16856).
Flame Spread: ASTM E84 rating of 25 or less
Standard colors: yellow or dark gray.
VEFR
Vinyl ester resin system with a flame spread rating of 25 or less for dependable resistance to both acidic and alkaline environments.
Flame spread: ASTM E84 rating of 25 or less
Standard colors: yellow or dark gray.
Fibergrate Chemical Resistance Guide
For further information on resins and chemical resistance, please click here.
Chemical Resistance Guide
When selecting a fiberglass grating resin, it is important to know what corrosive agents the grating will be exposed to once it is installed. This Chemical Resistance Guide is based on extensive experience with fiberglass grating. As actual use conditions differ, the end user must test the grating for use under actual conditions. Grating Pacific’s technical service representatives are available to discuss the specifics of each project and assist our customers in selecting the best resin for their project.
Fiberglass Stair Treads
