Stairs With Viewing Gantry

Applications & Use Cases

• Providing elevated access for visual inspection of processing lines in food production facilities.
• Allowing personnel to safely oversee mixing, cooking, or packaging stages.
• Creating a designated vantage point for quality control checks and process monitoring.
• Facilitating maintenance access to overhead equipment or pipework within a production area.

Typical Specifications

Typical construction material

Commonly stainless steel for hygiene and corrosion resistance in food environments.

Platform height

For this class of equipment, viewing gantry heights typically range from 1.5m to 3m, depending on the machinery being observed.

Load capacity

Units are generally designed to support at least two operatives plus light tools, typically 200-300kg per square metre.

Safety features

Commonly include non-slip treads, handrails, and kick plates to comply with workplace safety regulations.

Footprint considerations

The overall length and width will vary significantly based on the required viewing area and access points.

Modularity

Some systems are modular, allowing for custom configurations and future expansion.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the common regulations for gantry and stair systems in food processing?

  Units typically need to comply with BS EN ISO 14122 (Safety of machinery - Permanent means of access to machinery) and relevant health and safety at work regulations, particularly concerning slip resistance, handrail heights, and load bearing.

• Can these systems be customised for specific production lines?

• What maintenance is typically required for stairs and viewing gantries?

• Are these units suitable for washdown environments?

• What is the typical lead time for delivery and installation of such equipment?