Kattsafe Modular Access Systems

Lightweight, high strength height access at a fraction of the cost

Manufactured from high strength aluminium, Kattsafe Modular Access Systems are an industrial strength alternative to clunky welded steel access products. With less time required to manufacture and no additional engineering needed for most sites, the initial cost of each system is significantly less that other options. And with an impressive strength-to-weight ratio and greater on-site flexibility, they can be installed without special equipment.

SYSTEM OVERVIEW
A proprietary modular system designed to allow on-site assembly and customisation to suit exact site parameters, reducing design and delivery lead time.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Lightweight, less load on structures.
Fit into tight or congested spaces.
Modular design, with fully adjustable and replaceable components.
No welding or hot works permits required.
Cost effective compared to steel.
Various flooring materials available.
Various configurations to conform to site situations.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
Stairs
Used for access up to 6.0m in height with change in direction platforms. The adjustable stair treads allows flexibility of platform height to suit supporting structure.

Platforms
Used to provide access to machinery and elevated equipment for inspection and maintenance. The size and height is adjustable to suit specific site requirements.

Crossovers
Used for access over ducts, conveyors and machinery. Stair heights are adjustable to suit specific bridge height, with bridge lengths in modules from 1.0m to 6.0m

Elevated Walkway
To provide access to cooling towers, water tanks and machinery where the platform is required to be custom built, and can be free standing up to 6.0m with bracing.

Suspended Walkway
Providing access above plant equipment and personnel or into internal ceiling spaces. It can be mounted to roof purlins or concrete and is suitable for drop heights of up to 6000mm.

Cantilevered Walkway
Designed to create access to elevated areas where support from the floor or ceiling cannot be provided. The system is mounted onto the wall using cantilevered brackets.

A proprietary modular access system designed to allow on-site assembly and customisation to suit exact site parameters, reducing design and delivery lead times. System design, supply, layout, installation and certification must be conducted as per the manufacturer’s installation instructions and current standards.

MATERIALS

High grade structural aluminium.
Fixing brackets and joining plates manufactured from profiled stainless-steel plate, powder coated.
T-bolt manufactured from stainless steel with anti-seize coating.

DIMENSIONS

80 extrusion: 80 x 38mm.
180 extrusion: 180 x 32mm.
Platform support extrusion: 58 x 38mm. Stair tread: 250 x 40mm.
Handrail post extrusion: 58 x 38mm.
Aluminium expanded mesh: 600 x 13mm.

WEIGHT

80 extrusion: 2.6kg/m
180 extrusion: 4.0kg/m
Platform deck (aluminium mesh only - 600mm wide): 4.2kg/m2
Stair tread: 3.9kg/m

COMPLIANCE
Modular access systems are designed to conform with requirements of Australian Standards AS1657:2018 and relevant statutory OHS codes of practice and guidelines.

TESTING
Testing and performance based on requirements of Australian Standard AS 1657-2018 and AS/NZS 117 under live load conditions.

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Inspection and certification required every 12 months by competent person in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and requirements of Australian Standards AS/ NZS 1891 and AS/NZS 5532. (Refer installation manual).

PRODUCT WARRANTY
10 Years from date of purchase subject to correct installation. Use and maintenance to be in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations. (This excludes wearing parts).

WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
All warranty claims must be made in writing within 14 days of the appearance of the defect.

Incorrect installation or work done by a non accredited Kattsafe system installer will void all warranty rights.

Systems that have been installed using non proprietary equipment will void all warranties.

System roof/cladding and concrete penetration seals are not covered in this warranty.

Systems/components that have not been maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s/legislative requirements will void warranty.

Systems used by incompetent persons or use with non compatible accessories ie. harness gear, lanyards, travellers, fall arrestors etc. will void warranty.

Systems/components used for purposes other than their intended use will void warranty.

General wear and tear is expected and will depend on the frequency of use and is not covered by warranty.