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Engineered Access Systems for Industrial, Commercial & Infrastructure Environments

In industrial environments, access means safety. Whether it’s for maintaining equipment, overseeing production lines, or reaching elevated areas, engineered platforms and walkways are essential to ensuring worker safety, equipment serviceability, and regulatory compliance.

At Build matt, we specialize in the design, fabrication, and supply of steel platforms and walkways that are engineered for strength, long-term durability, and ease of on-site installation. With over two decades of experience in heavy structural fabrication, we deliver customized solutions for industries where reliable access is critical — from power plants and manufacturing units to warehouses, treatment plants, and commercial campuses.

Structural Access Systems by Build Matt

Our steel platform and walkway systems are designed to withstand high loads, meet safety standards, and operate in some of the most challenging industrial and environmental conditions. Build Matt supports both project-based custom designs and modular pre-engineered platforms that can be rapidly assembled and adapted on-site.

We work closely with project consultants, MEP teams, maintenance engineers, and facility managers to ensure each structure meets:

  • Project-specific load and clearance requirements
  • Safe access to equipment, rooftops, conveyors, tanks, or pipelines
  • Long-term durability in corrosive, outdoor, or high-traffic zones
  • Compliance with safety codes

Types of Steel Platforms & Walkways We Fabricate

Mezzanine Platforms

  • Multi-purpose intermediate floors within warehouses or factories
  • Designed for equipment, storage, or workstations
  • Integrated with staircases, pallet gates, and safety rails

Maintenance Walkways & Catwalks

  • Overhead walkways above machines or process lines
  • Access bridges between platforms or buildings
  • Narrow-width catwalks with grating, toe guards, and fall protection

Modular Walkways & Staircases

  • Bolt-on walkway kits for rapid installation on steel buildings
  • Adjustable or collapsible modules for temporary access needs
  • Fabricated with ergonomic inclinations and anti-slip stair treads

Rooftop Access Platforms

  • Elevated decks for HVAC, solar panels, and chiller unit servicing
  • Compatible with waterproofing layers and parapet restraints
  • Load-calculated to support human access and lightweight equipment

Tanker Access & Loading Platforms

  • Platforms for safe access to tanker tops, with self-closing gates
  • Customized for height, mobility, and top loading safety
  • Integrates with fall arrest systems or cages where required

Each solution is engineered and fabricated at Build Matt’s facility with precision-cut components, safe surface treatments, and bolt-ready assembly.

Engineering & Safety Considerations – Built for Long-Term Reliability

At Build Matt, safety is not a checklist item — it’s a foundational design principle that drives every engineering decision. Our steel platforms and walkways are developed with a deep understanding of human factors, structural integrity, and environmental exposure, ensuring safe and efficient access in high-demand industrial environments.

Live Load & Dynamic Performance Validation

Each platform or walkway is designed with a calculated understanding of the static and dynamic loads it must support. Depending on the intended use — such as equipment inspection, personnel movement, or pallet storage — our structures are engineered to withstand ,with optional reinforcements for point loads and vibration-prone environments. Load tables, deflection limits, and structural calculations are documented for every project.

Guardrails, Toe Plates & Fall Protection Provisions

Safety barriers are integrated into our design scope from the outset. Platforms and walkways are supplied with mild steel or stainless steel railings, typically configured with three horizontal guard lines, 150 mm toe boards, and, where required, provisions for lifeline anchoring or cage ladders. All barrier systems are fabricated and installed to meet code-defined height, spacing, and strength thresholds.

Access Clearance & Ergonomic Optimization

Whether it’s a narrow catwalk above a conveyor or a mezzanine deck in a process room, Build Matt engineers every access structure to ensure safe, unobstructed movement for personnel. Platform widths, truss depths, support spacing, and headroom clearances are calculated in accordance with best practices for movement efficiency, ease of egress, and equipment reachability. Special attention is given to stair angle, riser height, and ladder cage alignment to reduce fatigue and injury risk.

Slip Resistance & Surface Traction

Slips and falls are among the most common safety incidents in industrial environments — which is why our surfaces are finished for optimal grip under varying conditions. Depending on site use and environmental exposure, Build Matt platforms can be provided with:

  • Serrated galvanized or MS grating
  • Embossed or checkered plate flooring
  • Non-slip epoxy or PU coatings with grit additives

These finishes are selected to meet both maintenance criteria and slip-resistance ratings for wet, oily, or chemically active zones.

Corrosion Resistance for Harsh Environments

Exposure to moisture, chemicals, and temperature swings can dramatically reduce the lifespan of unprotected steel structures. Build Matt ensures long-term performance through appropriate surface protection strategies, such as:

  • Hot-dip galvanizing for outdoor and coastal applications
  • Epoxy or polyurethane-based industrial coatings for indoor or mildly corrosive environments
  • Powder coating for aesthetic indoor platforms in commercial or institutional settings

All protective coatings are applied in accordance, with dry film thickness (DFT) checks, adhesion tests, and curing validations performed as part of our QA protocols

Fabrication Process & Build Matt Capabilities

Every steel platform and walkway we manufacture goes through a rigorous, precision-controlled fabrication process, including:

CNC-Based Processing

  • High-accuracy plasma cutting, drilling, and punching of MS plates and members
  • Custom notching for embedded bolt placement
  • Bracket and gusset plate profiling for consistent joint fitment

Welding & Assembly

  • Welding by certified operators using SMAW, SAW, or MIG, based on structural load and client preference
  • Weld inspection and post-weld correction for clean finishes and strength
  • Fabrication of pre-drilled base plates, stiffeners, handrail supports, and grating clips

Surface Treatment & Finish

  • Hot-dip galvanizing for rust resistance in coastal/outdoor environments
  • Zinc-rich epoxy or polyurethane coatings for long-term weather protection
  • Optional powder-coating or paint finish for indoor/office-grade platforms

Modular Packaging

  • All components are part-numbered, bundled by assembly units, and supplied with assembly drawings, bolt plans, and handling guidelines to enable smooth on-site erection.

What Sets Build Matt Apart for Industrial Access Structures

At Build Matt, we combine practical fabrication expertise with strong engineering fundamentals, delivering steel platforms and walkways that not only meet code — but exceed expectations in safety, durability, and site adaptability.

Built on 20+ Years of Steel Fabrication Experience

Our access structures have supported operations across power plants, food processing units, oil refineries, chemical facilities, and logistics warehouses. With every project, we bring deep fabrication knowledge that translates into structures that last — no matter the scale, location, or industry.

Engineered for Safety and Real-World Use

Each Build Matt platform and walkway is designed with site-specific parameters:

  • Live load and vibration sensitivity
  • Egress clearances and emergency access points
  • Operator ergonomics and inspection route layouts
  • Custom integrations with ladders, railing systems, mezzanines, or chutes

We ensure compliance with your plant’s internal safety codes, backed by design calculations, part drawings, and bolt-tightening schedules where needed.

One-Stop Solution – Design to Dispatch

From tender stage to project handover, Build Matt offers end-to-end platform solutions, including:

  • In-house detailing and structural drawing
  • Fabrication and coating
  • Trial fit-ups and QA documentation
  • Site packaging, logistics, and erection support (if required)

This unified model ensures faster turnaround, fewer errors, and a single point of accountability.

Modular Systems & Nationwide Reach

Need access in a remote warehouse or rooftop HVAC deck in a high-rise metro project? Build Matt’s platform kits are modular, bolt-ready, and marked for efficient on-site assembly. We handle:

  • Site bundling and labeled packaging
  • Fastening kit supply
  • Pre-assembled base frames (on request)

Step Up to Safe, Reliable Access with Build Matt

Whether you're planning a new production line, retrofitting rooftop systems, or expanding mezzanine workspace — Build Matt delivers industrial-grade steel platforms and walkways that raise safety, accessibility, and operational efficiency to the next level.

Why Build Matt?
  • Precision steel fabrication with safety-first engineering
  • Modular, customizable, and pre-assembled options

Our Expertise

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Steel Platforms & Walkways

Standard platforms are designed for 2.5–5 kN/m² live load, but we customize each system based on equipment loads, human access frequency, and safety factors.

Yes. We offer bolt-together modular kits supplied with complete fastener sets, handrails, grating panels, toe guards, and part-wise instructions — ready for on-site assembly.

Absolutely. For outdoor or humid environments, we recommend hot-dip galvanizing or zinc-rich epoxy primer + PU paint system.

Depending on scope and tonnage, platform systems are typically fabricated within 3 to 6 weeks, including QA and coating. Fast-track delivery is available for emergency needs.

Yes. We design platforms and walkways for integration with steel structures, RCC slabs, tank tops, or MEP support frames, using adjustable base plates or chemical anchor connections.