Heavy Duty Road Plates For Sale

Our heavy duty road plates offer a reliable, reusable solution for creating safe, temporary access routes across excavations, trenches, or uneven ground. Designed for use in construction, highway maintenance, and utility works, these steel road plates are engineered to bear heavy loads while ensuring the safety of vehicles and pedestrians. Whether bridging an open trench or creating a stable surface on-site, our metal road plates provide durable performance under demanding conditions.

Types of Steel Road Plates

Two main types of steel road plates exist: plain steel road plates and anti-skid steel road plates.

Plain Road Plates: Consist of durable steel and provide a smooth, even surface for vehicles to drive over. They are suitable for a wide range of applications, including construction sites, emergency response, and temporary road closures.
Anti-Skid Road Plates: These plates have a textured surface that provides excellent traction, even in wet or icy conditions. They are ideal for use in areas where safety is a top priority, such as construction sites, car parks, and loading docks.

Steel Road Plate Sizes 

Our range of steel road plates provides a durable and reliable solution for covering temporary excavations and trench works, ensuring safety and maintaining traffic flow on construction sites and roadworks. Available in a variety of sizes and specifications, the standard plates come in 2400 x 1200 x 18mm, 1200 x 1200 x 18mm, and 2400 x 1200 x 25mm options, offering robust strength and load-bearing capacity. For added safety in high-traffic or wet conditions, our anti-skid variants are available in 1200 x 1200 x 18mm, 2400 x 1200 x 18mm, and 2400 x 1200 x 25mm sizes, featuring a textured surface to reduce the risk of slips and skids. All plates are manufactured from high-quality steel, making them a dependable choice for both temporary and semi-permanent use.

Benefits of Using Road Plates

Improved Safety: Steel road plates can help stop accidents and injuries. They provide a strong and safe surface for vehicles.
High load-bearing capacity: Capable of supporting large vehicles and heavy machinery.
Enhanced Efficiency: By providing temporary access across uneven terrain, road plates can improve traffic flow and reduce delays.
Durability and Reliability: These plates, made from high-quality steel, withstand heavy loads and last a long time.
Cost-Effective Solution: Road plates offer a cost-effective alternative to permanent road repairs or construction.
Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of applications, including construction sites, emergency response, and temporary road closures.
Anti-skid finishes: Which enhance traction and reduce accident risk, even in wet or icy conditions.
Multiple handling options: Including lifting eyes for crane use and fork pockets for manual or forklift movement.

Applications for Steel Road Plates

Steel road plates have numerous applications, including:

Construction Sites: Used to provide temporary access to construction areas and equipment.
Emergency Response: Deployed in emergencies to create temporary roads or bridges.
Temporary Road Closures: Used to divert traffic during road repairs or construction.
Parking Areas: Used to provide temporary access to parking lots or garages.
Loading Docks: Used to create a stable surface for loading and unloading vehicles.
Event Venues: Used to provide temporary access to event sites or parking areas.

Factors to Consider When Choosing Steel Road Plates

When selecting from our road plates for sale, it is important to consider several factors. You should ensure that the plate size and thickness are appropriate for the expected traffic load. Handling options—such as crane lifting eyes or fork pockets—should match your site equipment. An anti-skid surface is recommended for areas exposed to wet or icy weather or where pedestrian access is frequent. Additionally, check compatibility with the vehicles using the plate and the duration of use.

By carefully considering these factors, you can select the most suitable steel road plates for your specific needs.

Steel road plates and anti-skid road plates are a versatile and essential tool for providing temporary access in a variety of situations. Road plates are strong and reliable. People can use them to bridge gaps, create temporary roads, and improve safety at construction sites.

We also offer a full range of related products to complement our steel road plates, including trench covers, road cones, barriers, and road plate hire services. If you’re unsure about the best solution for your site, please contact us for expert advice.

Contact Us

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or need any further information regarding our products. You can get in touch by calling 01283 512 111, by emailing sales@firstfence.co.uk, or you can use our online live chat system where a friendly member of our team will be happy to help.