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The benefits of stair treads

Choosing the right stair treads for industrial or workplace applications can be a difficult process. There are many designs and types available to fulfil different needs. However, not knowing the right staircase treads can prove costly if changes are needed later. Our factory offers a wide range of stair treads to meet your industrial, commercial or workplace needs. 

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What are Stair Treads?

Stair treads are the horizontal part of the stairs that people step on and use to walk up the staircase. A tread can be composed of many different materials depending on application and aesthetics such as wood, plastic, steel, aluminium, concrete, and many more products and materials.

Stair treads in industrial areas should be designed to withstand high impact. They should be anti-slip and durable to ensure safety. Therefore, you need to choose stair treads that are structurally robust and sound, following international standards. Otherwise, a small misstep during work can result in a serious accident.


Benefits of Stair Treads

stair treads provide a wide range of benefits, as listed below:

One of the most effective types of stair treads as they can withstand harsh climates

They are rust-resistant, making them ideal for outdoor and industrial use

They are lightweight, which saves time and energy for transport and fitting

Visually pleasing and enhances aesthetics of stairs


Regulations Related to Stair Treads

Stairs should be standard and consistent in all places to avoid workplace accidents. People should be able to step on them to work smoothly and confidently. Adhering to the international regulations under the various building codes is a must. Our team can assist with navigating the right tread selection for your project.

This can include ensuring the correct minimum or maximum rise, and depth and going for treads, along with other standards related to steps, access systems and walkways.


Selecting the Right Stair Treads

Some of the factors that you need to consider when selecting the staircase treads are as follows:

Choosing stair treads is ideal if weight is an important factor to be considered in the space

If the stairs need to be re-positioned in the future, lightweight stair treads are ideal

Food processing plants use stair treads due to their hygienic properties

They can be easily fabricated into specific non-standard shapes which is ideal for customized requirements

They have anti-slip properties making them suitable for use in high-traffic areas


Achieve High Safety by Choosing the Right Stair Treads

manufactures stair treads and stair nosing that fit your safety needs complying with international standard. There are a variety of staircase treads available, which are customized as follows:

Bolt-in or weld-in stair treads

Plain or serrated finishing

Including or excluding nosing

In-built yellow abrasive nosing or floor plate nosing

our staircase treads are made with the following recommended dimensions:

The thickness of the stair treads ranges from 25mm to 40mm

Depths range between 245mm to 285mm

Standard lengths vary between 600mm, 750mm, 900mm, and 1200mm.

Ready to choose the right stair treads? Contact us to get started, and we will help you select the ideal staircase treads according to your needs.