Access Gantries and Gantry Platforms
Access platforms and gantries are custom-engineered height safety solutions. They provide safe, efficient access to equipment and maintenance areas in commercial and industrial settings.
Our platforms and gantries are lightweight, durable, and made to handle complex site conditions.
These access gantries ensure compliance, reliability, and smooth performance across a wide range of applications.
What Is A Gantry Platform?
A gantry platform is an elevated walkway or work platform supported by a gantry frame, designed to provide safe access over equipment, vehicles, or ground-level obstructions.
Gantry platforms, access platforms, and other height safety systems are essential for maintenance, construction, and logistics work and provide height safety solution for work at heights. They protect workers and help streamline site operations.
Unlike gantry cranes (used for lifting), access gantries are used for people, offering secure footing and fall protection for maintenance, inspection, or operational tasks.
At Safetylyne, we design custom gantry platforms for warehouses, processing plants, transport depots access, and more - ensuring
compliance with AS1657 and seamless integration with site-specific access needs.
Gantry Platforms and Access Gantries
Elevated access gantry systems provide safe access to hard-to-reach areas. They vary in design and mobility to suit specific tasks, from industrial maintenance to transportation and site traffic logistics.
Key features include:
+ Stable and secure structures for safe work at heights
+ Compliance with Australian standards for ladders and platforms
+ Options for fixed, portable, or suspended systems
+ Durable construction, often with non-slip surfaces, guardrails and stairs for safe access essential for work at heights
+ Safetylyne's gantry platforms can be installed on uneven surfaces to provide safe and compliant even working surface for easy access solution
Types of Gantry Platforms
1. Fixed Gantry Platforms
A permanent structural access solution for repetitive tasks or areas requiring constant access. These platforms are ideal for:
- Industrial equipment maintenance
- Conveyor or plant system inspections
- Warehouses with elevated access needs
Features:
- Customisable designs for specific site layouts
- Durable materials for heavy-duty use
- Compliance with Australian safety standards and regulations for work at heights
2. Maintenance Access Platforms
These platforms support routine servicing and inspections. They give workers stable, safe access for HVAC work and solar panel maintenance.
Advantages:
- Lightweight aluminium maintenance platforms for easy portability
- Durable, corrosion-resistant materials for long-term use
- Custom sizing to fit tight spaces or specific equipment
3. Suspended Gantry
Suspended gantries are lightweight and easy to move.
Applications:
- Building and plant maintenance access, production line access, food manufacturing conveyors access, storage access, including cold storage access, warehouse access solutions.
- Accessing large machinery or plant equipment
- Safely walking through facilities, warehouses, conveyors, abattoirs etc
Benefits:
- Non-slip surfaces and guardrails for safety
- Flexibility to reach different heights and angles
- Suitable for corrosive and humid environments
4. Tanker and Truck Access Platforms
Specialised platforms designed for safe access to large vehicles such as trucks, tankers and mining machinery access.
Benefits:
- Enhanced safety for loading, unloading, and maintenance tasks
- Stability for high-risk environments
- Custom-engineered designs to accommodate different vehicle sizes
5. Stair GANTRY Platforms
Combining stairs and platforms, stair access platforms are perfect for ergonomic and secure movement between levels.
Applications:
- Industrial facilities with multi-level operations
- Construction sites requiring elevated access
- Warehouses and logistics centers
6. Bridge Deck Gantry Platforms
Bridge deck platforms are versatile solutions designed for both indoor and outdoor applications. Engineered for stability and safety, they are especially useful in environments with uneven ground or challenging site conditions.
Applications:
- Construction sites requiring elevated access across varying terrain
- Maintenance of bridges, overpasses, and other infrastructure
- Industrial facilities with large or uneven workspaces
Benefits:
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, with durable materials that withstand harsh weather conditions
- Customisable designs to accommodate uneven ground and site-specific requirements
- Enhanced safety features, including guardrails and non-slip surfaces, for secure operations for maintenance access, crossover access, work at heights, mining sites access, pipelines crossover, etc
7. Viewing Gantry Platforms
Designed to provide elevated observation points for monitoring, supervision, or public viewing in industrial, commercial, or warehouse settings. Eg, recycling facilities and distribution centers and manufacturing plants.
Applications:
- Factory floors and production lines
- Training and demonstration areas
- Public or staff observation in stadiums, arenas, or workshops
Benefits:
- Clear, elevated visibility over active areas
- Secure and stable structure for extended viewing
- Customisable size, height, and railing configurations
Key Features to Look For When Selecting a Platform or Gantry
+ Compliance. Ensure the platform meets Australian standards for ladders and platforms.
+ Material. Opt for aluminium platforms for durability and corrosion resistance.
+ Safety Features. Look for non-slip surfaces, guardrails, and fall protection systems, like guardrails and appropriate edge protection systems.
+ Custom Design. Choose platforms tailored to your site-specific requirements tu suit custom requirements of your project for the best operations efficiency.
Australian Standards for Platforms and Gantries
Ensuring Safety and Compliance
Platforms and gantries in Australia must comply with strict safety regulations to ensure the well-being of workers and the durability of the structures. Key standards include AS/NZS 1657, which governs the design, construction, and installation of fixed platforms, walkways, stairways, and ladders, ensuring they provide safe access and prevent falls.
Additionally, AS/NZS 4994.1 covers temporary edge protection systems, critical for gantries and elevated work areas. These standards mandate features like guardrails, non-slip surfaces, and appropriate load ratings, ensuring platforms and gantries are fit for purpose in industrial, construction, and maintenance environments. Compliance with these standards is not only a legal requirement but also a vital component of workplace safety and operational efficiency.
Safetylyne: Your Trusted Partner in Height Safety
Safetylyne specialises in the design, manufacture, and installation of gantry platforms, access platforms, and other height safety solutions. We ensure every solution is tailored to meet specific operational needs while prioritising safety and compliance.
Why Safetylyne Access Systems are the Smart Choice?
+ Engineered and Manufactured in Australia. Designed to handle tough Australian conditions.
+ Compliant and Durable. Adheres to all relevant safety standards and regulations, ensuring reliability over time.
+ Custom Solutions.
From fixed gantry platforms to portable access platforms, solutions are tailored to your industry and site requirements.
Get Expert Advice on Compliant Access Systems Today
Choosing the right platform is crucial for safety, productivity, and compliance.
Contact Safetylyne today for a consultation and discover how our tailored solutions can meet your operational need.
