Chequered Plate – Tread Plates

Chequered Plate (Tread Plate) – Anti-Slip Steel & Aluminum Floor Plate Solutions

Chequered plate – also known as tread plate, checker plate or floor plate – is a metal sheet with a raised surface pattern that combines enhanced grip with additional stiffness. Typical patterns include diamond, tear drop and checker designs that increase traction while adding structural rigidity without a significant weight penalty.

HL Metal supplies steel chequered plate, mild steel chequered plate, galvanized chequered plate and aluminum chequered plate for demanding applications in construction, automotive, shipbuilding and general manufacturing. Our anti-slip steel floor plate and tread plate solutions are widely used in walkways, stair treads, truck beds, industrial flooring and any environment where reliable slip resistance and long-term durability are essential.

Chequered Plate & Tread Plate at a Glance

As a specialised chequered plate supplier, HL Metal offers a complete portfolio of tread plate products with optimised thicknesses, sheet sizes and surface finishes. Whether you require steel chequered floor plate for heavy-duty industrial use or aluminum tread plate for lightweight transport applications, we provide project-specific solutions with competitive pricing and fast lead times.

  • Product range: chequered plate, tread plate, diamond plate, floor plate
  • Materials: steel chequered plate, mild steel chequered plate, galvanized chequered plate, aluminum chequered plate
  • Applications: industrial flooring, platforms, stair treads, ramps, truck beds, trailers, ship decks
  • Surface patterns: tear drop, diamond, checker, anti-slip floor plate designs
  • Services: cutting, notching, stair-tread manufacturing, fabrication-ready panels

Chequered Plate Thickness, Weight Chart and Sizes

The table below summarises typical chequered plate thickness, standard sheet dimensions and approximate chequered plate weight. These values are frequently used for steel chequered floor plate and tread plate in industrial and commercial projects.

Thickness (mm) Dimensions (mm) Approx. Weight (kg / sheet)
2 / 3 1000 × 2000 42.00
2 / 3 1250 × 2500 63.00
2 / 3 1500 × 3000 90.00
3 / 4 1000 × 2000 54.00
3 / 4 1250 × 2500 87.00
3 / 4 1500 × 3000 126.00
4 / 5 1000 × 2000 68.00
4 / 5 1250 × 2500 113.00
4 / 5 1500 × 3000 162.00
5 / 6 1000 × 2000 87.00
5 / 6 1250 × 2500 138.00
5 / 6 1500 × 3000 198.00

Values represent common commercial sizes for chequered plate. For alternative dimensions, custom-cut tread plate panels or project-specific formats, please contact our sales team. You can also refine weight calculations using our steel weight calculator .

Common Types of Chequered Plates

HL Metal offers several material options so you can select the most suitable chequered plate or tread plate for your application, balancing weight, corrosion resistance and cost.

  • Steel Chequered Plate: Durable, heavy-duty and impact-resistant; ideal for industrial floors, machine platforms, staircases and loading docks.
  • Mild Steel Chequered Plate: Cost-effective and easy to weld; perfect for general-purpose checker plate flooring, fabrication and retrofitting projects.
  • Galvanized Chequered Plate: Zinc-coated for high corrosion resistance; suitable for outdoor, marine and coastal environments where long-term protection is critical.
  • Aluminum Chequered Plate: Lightweight and naturally corrosion- resistant; commonly used in transport vehicles, trailers, steps, ramps and architectural features where weight saving is important.
  • Hot Rolled Chequered Plate: Produced by controlled hot rolling; combines a robust surface with reliable mechanical properties for demanding anti-slip steel floor plate applications.

Advantages of Using Chequered Plate

Chequered plate and tread plate offer multiple functional and economic benefits, making them a preferred solution for anti-slip floor systems and heavy-duty access areas.

  • Anti-Slip Performance: Raised patterns significantly reduce the risk of slips and falls, especially in wet, oily or contaminated environments such as workshops, engine rooms and service platforms.
  • High Load-Bearing Capacity: Despite relatively low weight per m², checker plates provide excellent stiffness and strength, handling substantial loads without excessive deformation.
  • Versatile Customization: Available in various thicknesses, sheet sizes, patterns and finishes, chequered plate can be tailored to almost any floor or stair design.
  • Corrosion Resistance: When produced as galvanized chequered plate or from aluminum, tread plates offer enhanced resistance to rust and weathering in harsh conditions.
  • Easy Fabrication: The base materials are suitable for cutting, drilling, welding and bending, ensuring seamless integration into new builds and refurbishment projects.

For projects focusing specifically on tear drop designs, you can explore our dedicated tear drop patterned sheets .

Why Choose HL Metal for Your Chequered Plate Needs?

With years of expertise in the steel and metal industry, HL Metal positions itself as a reliable, export-oriented chequered plate supplier. We combine rigorous quality control, flexible logistics and responsive technical support to deliver tread plate solutions that match your exact project requirements.

  • Competitive pricing structures for both bulk orders and smaller project quantities
  • Fast delivery schedules designed to keep your project on time
  • Expert consultation on material selection, thickness optimisation and surface finish
  • Custom cutting, stair tread preparation and finishing services aligned with your drawings

By partnering with HL Metal, you secure a long-term supplier committed to supporting the safety, durability and efficiency of your operations with high-performance chequered plate and tread plate products.

Technical Specifications

Below table summarises representative technical specifications for common chequered plate sizes, including sheet format, weight per m² and surface pattern. These values can be adapted to your project-specific standards and regional norms.

Thickness (mm) Sheet Size (mm) Weight (kg/m²) Surface Pattern
2.5 1000 × 2000 20.0 Tear Drop
3.0 1250 × 2500 24.0 Diamond
4.0 1500 × 3000 32.0 Diamond
5.0 1500 × 6000 40.0 Tear Drop
6.0 2000 × 6000 48.0 Checker

Refer to these values as a starting point for specifying chequered floor plate. If you require alternative thickness, weight or pattern combinations, our engineering team can assist with project-specific designs and custom production routes.

HL Metal – Your Trusted Chequered Plate Supplier

HL Metal supports international customers with the full package: technical guidance, optimised nesting and cutting plans, consolidated loads and complete export documentation. If you need chequered plate or tread plate for new projects or maintenance work, our team is ready to prepare a detailed proposal.

Share your required thickness, sheet sizes, pattern type, material (steel, galvanized or aluminum), quantities and destination. We will respond with a tailored chequered plate price offer and the most efficient packing and shipping options.

Request Your Chequered Plate & Tread Plate Offer

For detailed product information, updated price quotations and expert advice on the most suitable chequered plate solution for your project, please contact the HL Metal sales team. You can also pre-check approximate weights using our steel calculator before requesting a full quotation.

Tread Plate, Steel Chequered Plate, Mild Steel Chequered Plate, Galvanized Chequered Plate, Hot Rolled Chequered Plate

Tread plates are widely favored across diverse industries due to their functional and mechanical advantages. Here are some of the most common application areas:

Industrial Stair Treads and Walkways
The anti-slip properties of chequered plates make them ideal for manufacturing industrial staircases, platforms, and catwalks in factories, warehouses, and production facilities. The raised pattern provides extra grip, reducing the risk of accidents in high-traffic areas.

Transportation and Vehicles
Tread plates are extensively used in the construction of truck beds, trailers, and loading ramps. Their durable, impact-resistant surface can withstand heavy-duty operations and constant wear, making them indispensable in the transport sector.

Marine and Shipbuilding
Ships and marine vessels utilize chequered plates on decks, walkways, and gangways where moisture and slippery conditions are common. The embossed surface ensures crew safety and adds structural reinforcement to ship components.

Construction and Architecture
Beyond functional use, chequered plates are increasingly incorporated into architectural designs. From decorative wall panels to flooring solutions in commercial buildings, these plates add both visual appeal and practical benefits.

Machinery and Industrial Equipment
Machine bases, protective covers, and platforms in manufacturing plants frequently use chequered plates for their robustness and ease of maintenance.

Superior Quality, Versatile Applications, and Unmatched Durability

Also known as tread plates, are highly durable steel sheets embossed with a regular pattern of raised diamonds or lines on one side. This textured surface not only enhances the plate’s aesthetic appeal but, more importantly, provides excellent anti-slip properties, making it an essential material across various industrial, architectural, and transportation sectors.

Manufactured in top-grade materials such as ST37 and S235JR, tread plates are engineered to meet both local and international quality standards. With thicknesses ranging from 1.50 mm to 10.00 mm, widths between 1000 mm and 1500 mm, and customizable lengths up to 6000 mm, these plates can be tailored precisely to meet specific project requirements. Whether you need standard sizes or custom cuts, tread plates deliver unmatched versatility and performance.

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Angle Bar, Flat Bar, T Bar & Transmission Steel – HL Metal Katalog & Galvanized Round Bar Solutions

HL Metal offers a comprehensive range of Angle Bar, Flat Bar, T Bar and Transmission Steel products for construction, machinery manufacturing, steel fabrication and export projects. In addition, we supply Galvanized Round Bar, Galvanized Steel Rod, Galvanized Bar Steel and Hot-Dip Galvanized Round Bar options for outdoor, structural and anti-corrosion applications.

You can review our full HL Metal Katalog online and explore detailed dimensions, steel grades and usage areas. Our steel service center in Turkey provides cutting, drilling, custom lengths and project-based packaging for international customers.

Looking for a reliable Angle Bar, Flat Bar, T Bar, Transmission Steel or Galvanized Round Bar supplier from Turkey? HL Metal offers fast quotation, flexible production and export-focused service.

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HL Metal Katalog includes Angle Bar, Flat Bar, T Bar, Transmission Steel, Galvanized Round Bar, Galvanized Steel Rod, Galvanized Bar Steel and Hot-Dip Galvanized Round Bar for export from Turkey.

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Angle Bar – Structural Steel Angles for Construction & Fabrication

Angle Bar is one of the most commonly used structural steel profiles in construction, machinery, steel frames and industrial fabrication. HL Metal supplies both equal and unequal Angle Bar sections in different sizes and thicknesses, suitable for load-bearing structures, bracing, support frames and welded assemblies.

Through our dedicated product page, you can review typical dimensions, available steel grades and technical details: Angle Bar – HL Metal.

Key Features of Angle Bar:
  • Produced from quality structural steels such as S235JR, S275JR or S355JR*
  • Available in equal and unequal leg dimensions
  • Suitable for welding, drilling and cutting operations
  • Commonly used in frames, racks, platforms, support structures
  • Can be supplied in standard lengths or cut-to-size on request
Typical Applications:
  • Building and industrial steel construction
  • Machine chassis, platforms and equipment supports
  • Warehouse racks and storage systems
  • Vehicle body and trailer manufacturing
  • General fabrication and welded assemblies

*Steel grade availability depends on section size and stock status. We recommend sending your project list so that our technical team can match the best Angle Bar options for your application.

Flat Bar & T Bar – Versatile Profiles for Steel Fabrication

Flat Bar and T Bar profiles are widely used in steel fabrication, construction elements, support brackets, decorative structures and machine components. HL Metal provides a wide stock range and custom production options for both product groups.

You can find detailed information on dimensions and tolerances on our dedicated page: Flat Bar and T Bar – HL Metal.

Flat Bar Highlights:
  • Available in multiple widths and thicknesses
  • Ideal for reinforcement plates, connection elements and brackets
  • Easy to drill, cut, weld and machine
  • Can be used as base plates, stiffeners or edge protectors
T Bar Highlights:
  • Efficient load distribution for certain structural details
  • Used in roof structures, walkways and support rails
  • Compatible with welding and bolted connections
  • Available in multiple metric section sizes

Both Flat Bar and T Bar can be supplied in commercial lengths or as cut-to-length pieces with deburring, drilling and special packaging upon request, ideal for export projects where ready-to-assemble packages are preferred.

Transmission Steel – Shafts, Axles & Precision Bars

Transmission Steel (also known as shaft steel or machine steel) is used in rotating components such as shafts, axles, pins, couplings and transmission elements. HL Metal supplies Transmission Steel in popular grades like C45, CK45 and other engineering steel grades, which can be heat-treated according to the desired mechanical properties.

For detailed grade information, size range and machining options, please visit: Transmission Steel – HL Metal.

Advantages of HL Metal Transmission Steel:
  • High strength and good machinability
  • Suitable for turning, milling and drilling
  • Available in peeled, drawn or ground surface conditions*
  • Used in shafts, axles, gears and general machine parts
Export-Oriented Supply:
  • Bar lengths optimized for container or truck loading
  • Bundles securely strapped and labeled
  • Material certificates provided on request
  • Support with export documentation and logistics planning

*Surface condition and tolerance class can be selected depending on your mechanical requirements and machining process. HL Metal can also propose suitable Transmission Steel alternatives for your existing drawings.

Galvanized Round Bar & Galvanized Steel Rod Solutions

For outdoor constructions, coastal environments and applications requiring long-term corrosion resistance, HL Metal offers Galvanized Round Bar and Galvanized Steel Rod products. These bars are produced as Galvanized Bar Steel or directly as Hot-Dip Galvanized Round Bar depending on project requirements.

Galvanizing provides a durable zinc coating that protects the steel core against rust and aggressive weather conditions. Hot-Dip Galvanized Round Bar is especially preferred for infrastructure, guardrails, outdoor machinery, fencing posts and industrial steel constructions.

Typical Uses of Galvanized Round Bar:
  • Support bars and posts in outdoor steel structures
  • Guardrail and barrier components
  • Industrial frames, connection details and fixing elements
  • Fencing systems, gates and security applications
Why Choose Galvanized Bar Steel?
  • Extended service life in outdoor and humid environments
  • Lower maintenance costs compared to unprotected carbon steel
  • Compatible with drilling, cutting and welding (with proper procedures)
  • Available as Galvanized Round Bar and Galvanized Steel Rod in multiple diameters

On request, HL Metal can propose the right Galvanized Bar Steel diameter, steel grade and galvanizing type (including Hot-Dip Galvanized Round Bar) according to your design loads, corrosion class and project lifetime expectations.

Download HL Metal Katalog & Request a Price Offer

If you are evaluating a new project or looking for a long-term supplier, we recommend downloading the HL Metal Katalog to see our complete range of Angle Bar, Flat Bar, T Bar, Transmission Steel and Galvanized Round Bar / Galvanized Steel Rod products.

You can access our latest catalog here: HL Metal Demir Çelik Sanayi Katalog (PDF) .

For a project-based quotation, please share your required dimensions, steel grade, surface condition, quantity and delivery term. Our team will prepare a tailored offer including price, lead time and suggested loading plan.

HL Metal supports international customers with cut-to-length bars, marking, labeling and export-ready packaging. Our goal is to deliver Angle Bar, Flat Bar, T Bar, Transmission Steel and Galvanized Bar Steel in the most efficient way for your supply chain.

At HL Metal, we stock and export a wide range of chequered floor plates in multiple sizes, patterns, and materials. Whether you need diamond tread plate for construction or embossed steel plate for marine projects, we deliver high-quality solutions tailored to your needs.

We supply both standard and custom sizes, with fast lead times and FOB pricing from our nearest seaport. Our plates meet international quality standards and can be accompanied by mill test certificates, origin documents, and surface treatment options.

Refer to the technical table above for common thicknesses, sheet sizes, weight per m², and available surface patterns. If you require a specific thickness or dimension, our engineering team can assist with custom production.