OVERHEAD SERVICE SUPPORT GRID

The Alphastrut® aluminium overhead support grid system was desiged to reduce weight and installation time on offshore oil and gas platforms.
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The Alphastrut® aluminium raised access flooring and services support system was developed specifically for use on offshore oil and gas platforms, so has the strength and corrosion resistance required for marine applications.
Made from high grade aluminium extrusions anodised to marine grade (which have passed the 2,000-hour salt spray test), it was originally designed as a weight saving solution for living quarters and local equipment room modules. It has been successfully installed on a number of high-profile North Sea projects, delivering significant weight reductions on topside modules.
The clever design of the Alphastrut system simplifies sub-floor cable containment and allows for large cable ladder runs on multiple tiers with maximum cable separation, while HVAC, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation services can be accommodated either sub-floor or in an overhead grid.
The system delivers cost and time saving benefits for shipyards, as the floor and ceiling grids are simply and quickly bolted together, with no requirement for welding or hot cutting.
Alphastrut also manufactures an aluminium handrail system suitable for installation on new builds or to replace corroded steel handrails.
See the table below for more information about the benefits of Alphastrut for ships and FPSOs.
FEATURES | ALPHASTRUT | GALVANISED STEEL | STAINLESS STEEL | |
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SAFETY | Lightweight for easier handling | Clean and dry finish | Cold Cut | No sharp burr after cutting |
DESIGN | Excellent strength to weight ratio | Multi-faceted connection points | Low weight combination channels | Fully bolted construction No welded starter brackets | Full 3D / 2D design service | Offers full integrated package | Alphastrap 60% time saving on assembly |
INSTALLATION | Easier handling for quicker installation | No cut end treatment required | No hot work permit required for cutting | Alphastrap tec-screw dropper connection |
IN-SITU | No painting required | Clean and dry finish | Aesthetically pleasing |