Eaton 53012 12 BL Grip Strut Plank - OSHA Compliant
Part Number: 53012 12 BL
Quick Summary
Eaton 53012 12 BL Grip Strut plank is a slip-resistant safety grating that provides durable footing for industrial walkways, platforms, and mezzanines. In busy plants, wet, oily, or uneven floors create slip hazards that slow productivity and jeopardize worker safety. This plank is OSHA compliant and built from 12-gauge steel with a plain finish, engineered for heavy traffic and harsh environments. With a 144 in length, 11.75 in width, and a 3 in channel size, it integrates easily with standard channel framing for quick, reliable installation and long service life. Choosing Eaton Grip Strut also supports safer maintenance access and reduces lifecycle costs through improved grip and durability.
Product Information
Extended Description
53012 12 BL Eaton: Eaton B-Line series Grip Strut five diamond plank, 144" Grating length, 11.75" Grating width, Steel, 3" Channel size, Plain, Grip Strut, 12 gauge steel
Product Name
Eaton B-Line series Grip Strut five diamond plank
Catalog Number
53012 12 BL
UPC
662516506836
Product Length/Depth
144 in
Product Height
3 in
Product Width
11.75 in
Product Weight
7 lb
Compliances
OSHA Compliant
Application
Safe, sturdy footing where non-slip is required
Material
Steel
Material gauge
12 gauge
Finish
Plain
Channel size
3"
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Grip strut grating - safety grating catalog section
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Eaton Specification Sheet - 53012 12 BL
Feature → Grip Strut five-diamond plank offers a highly textured surface that enhances slip resistance in wet or oily conditions. Business Impact → Reduces slip-and-fall incidents and boosts worker confidence, enabling safer, faster movement on walkways and platforms. Application → Ideal for manufacturing lines, loading docks, and maintenance corridors where grip is critical. Feature → Dimensions of 144 in length, 11.75 in width, and 3 in channel size. Business Impact → Simplifies integration with standard 3-inch channel framing, cutting installation time and field modification costs. Application → Supports rapid deployment on elevated walkways, mezzanines, and stair landings. Feature → 12 gauge steel construction with a plain finish. Business Impact → Delivers robust durability and ease of maintenance, reducing long-term replacement needs. Application → Suitable for harsh environments and high-traffic areas in warehouses and factories. Feature → OSHA compliant design. Business Impact → Aligns with regulatory safety requirements, lowering compliance risk and formal safety program costs. Application → Widely used across industrial facilities seeking proven safety grating. Feature → Lightweight 7 lb per plank. Business Impact → Eases handling and installation, reducing labor effort and crane or hoist dependencies in constrained spaces. Application → Practical for retrofit projects and constrained installations. Feature → Material is steel with a plain finish. Business Impact → Combines strength with straightforward maintenance, enabling predictable performance in challenging environments. Application → Suitable for diverse facility layouts and compatibility with Eaton’s safety grating catalog.
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FAQs
The 53012 12 BL Grip Strut plank is designed for use with standard 3 inch channel framing. Its 144 inch length and 11.75 inch width align with common grating grids, simplifying alignment and installation. The 12 gauge steel with a plain finish provides a sturdy, durable base, while the slip-resistant surface reduces installation rework due to safety concerns. Many facilities pair these planks with existing Eaton grip strut catalog sections for a cohesive safety solution.
Key specs include 12 gauge steel construction, 144 inch product length, 11.75 inch product width, and a 3 inch channel size, with a plain finish and a total weight of about 7 pounds per plank. The product is OSHA compliant, making it suitable for demanding industrial walkways and platforms where slip resistance and durability are essential.
Yes. The Eaton 53012 12 BL Grip Strut plank is specifically designed for safe, sturdy footing on elevated walkways, mezzanines, and stair landings. Its textured five-diamond pattern provides reliable grip under wet or oily conditions, while the 144 inch length and 3 inch channel compatibility ensure fast, secure installation within standard channel frames commonly used on elevated grating systems.
The primary certification noted for this product is OSHA compliance, ensuring it meets recognized safety standards for slip-resistant walking surfaces in industrial environments. This helps facilities maintain regulatory safety programs and reduces risk during audits and routine operations.
Grip Strut planks are built from durable steel with a plain finish, offering low maintenance and long service life in harsh environments. The slip-resistant surface reduces incident-related downtime, and compatibility with standard channel framing speeds installation, cutting labor costs. Over the life of the system, such grating can lower total cost of ownership by minimizing replacements and maintenance needs.