Platform and Mezzanine Product 1

In food manufacturing, access stairways are built around Sanitary Design, meaning every detail is engineered to prevent the build-up of food debris, moisture, and bacteria. We typically use 304 or 316-grade stainless steel because it withstands caustic cleaning chemicals and the force of high-pressure, high-temperature washdowns. To remove potential harborage points, all joints are continuously seal-welded and ground smooth, avoiding bolts or lap joints where organic matter can collect and decay.

Safety and ergonomics support this hygienic approach through smart structural choices. Instead of flat C-channel stringers, we often use rounded tubing or diamond-oriented box sections to help water shed naturally rather than pooling. Stair treads are commonly stainless diamond plate or open serrated grating for maximum slip resistance in wet or greasy areas. Many stairways also use stand-off mounts, creating clearance for full access cleaning behind and beneath the structure.