From internal walkways and cable troughs, to riser flooring and roof access structures, Barclay & Mathieson is proud to support the telecommunications and data centre sectors with high-performance GRP solutions.
Since 2024, data centres have been officially classified by the UK Government as Critical National Infrastructure, underlining their essential role in keeping businesses, services and society connected. In these highly sensitive environments, access systems must be safe, reliable and compatible with complex electrical and digital infrastructure.
GRP (Glass Reinforced Polymer) is widely specified in telecommunications and data centre applications due to its unique combination of safety and performance characteristics.
Our GRP walkways, platforms and access systems are:
These properties make GRP the preferred choice wherever safety, reliability and long-term performance are critical.
In data halls, mezzanine levels, plant rooms and service corridors, GRP walkway products provide safe, clearly defined pedestrian routes for technicians and maintenance teams. Open mesh GRP grating panels allow airflow, cable visibility, and a slip-resistant walking surface.
Our Cable Troughs provide an innovative alternative to heavy precast concrete systems. By combining recycled plastic channels with GRP covers they help improve installation efficiency, while delivering safe, long-lasting cable access and protection.
Safe access within service risers is essential in multi-storey data centres and telecommunication structures. Our steel-supported GRP riser flooring systems combine the structural strength of steel with GRP’s non-conductive and slip-resistant surface properties, delivering reliable access solutions for inspection and maintenance activities.
These systems can be supplied as pre-built riser units or post-fixed installations, supporting both new-build and refurbishment projects.
Rooftop environments on telecommunications and data centre facilities often house antennas, cooling plant, containment systems and enhanced service cabling that require regular inspection and maintenance.
To support safe movement across these complex roof layouts, we supply GRP handrailed walkways and step-overs that create clearly defined pedestrian routes while protecting roof membranes and finishes. The slip-resistant GRP walking surfaces provide reliable footing in exposed conditions, while integrated handrails deliver continuous edge protection for personnel working at height.
Where enhanced service cabling, pipework or containment systems cross pedestrian routes, GRP fabricated step overs provide a safe and practical solution. These purpose-built units allow maintenance teams to step cleanly over obstructions without placing load on critical services, helping prevent damage while reducing trip and fall risk.
Lightweight, non-conductive and corrosion resistant, GRP step overs are ideally suited to rooftop data and telecoms environments, where safety, equipment protection and long-term performance are essential.
We understand the operational demands of telecommunications and data centre facilities, where downtime for maintenance is to be avoided. Our technical team works closely with contractors, engineers and operators to ensure GRP access systems are correctly specified, practical to install and suitable for long-term use.
With a proven range of GRP walkways, platforms, riser flooring and handrail systems, Barclay & Mathieson supports safe access across the full lifecycle of telecoms and data infrastructure.
If you’re designing or upgrading access systems within a telecommunications facility or data centre, our team can provide project-specific advice on GRP access solutions.
Explore our GRP product ranges or contact us to discuss your requirements. Call us on 0114 254 3220.
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