Engineered for Industrial and Commercial Installations
Chalfant Manufacturing, a member of the OBO Betermann Group,
is a leading provider of high-quality cable tray and cable
management systems. Our industry-leading advancements,
paired with over 80 years of domestic production experience,
sets our products apart.
We supply premium cable trays that are proudly manufactured
in the USA in compliance with the Build America Buy America
Act, so they qualify for federally funded infrastructure
projects.
Chalfant Manufacturing designs and stocks a full range of cable
tray systems for electrical contractors and engineers across
North America. Our cable trays and cable management systems
support and route power, low voltage, and data cabling in
manufacturing plants, data centers, warehouses, power facilities,
and other demanding industrial environments.
Featured Industrial Cable Tray Product Lines
Our aluminum ladder tray revolutionized wire and cable
management in manufacturing plants. It remains the industry
standard for high-density power and control cable routing
across commercial and industrial facilities.
All of our aluminum cable tray systems meet or exceed NEMA VE-1
standards and NEC Article 392 requirements. They are classified
by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) as equipment grounding
conductors.
- Load and span performance –
These trays support weight capacities from 50 to 100 pounds
per linear foot and spans of up to 40 feet, which makes them
well-suited for long runs and heavy power cabling. Steel and
304 and 316 stainless-steel options are available where added
strength or corrosion resistance is required.
- Material and finish –
Constructed from high-strength 6063-T6 aluminum extrusions,
these aluminum cable trays deliver superior structural
load-bearing capacity while remaining lightweight. They have
a smooth finish and are resistant to atmospheric corrosion.
- Installation and application –
Our industrial cable trays are ideal for seacoast, offshore,
and most petrochemical and pulp mill applications.
The GR-Magic® wire mesh tray system is designed for low voltage
and data cabling. Its open construction promotes airflow and
gives contractors flexible, accessible routing paths that adapt
easily as cabling needs change.
As our flagship cable tray system, GR-Magic® reflects our
commitment to innovation. Its patented snap-together connection
reduces installation time by 60% to 70%. You do not need screws,
plates, or tools to configure this tray.
- Load and span performance –
GR-Magic® proves its stability in DIN 4102 Part 12 fire testing
by carrying a 10 lb/ft cable load on supports spaced 4.9 ft
apart. For load ratings at your project's support spacing,
contact your Chalfant rep.
- Material and finish –
GR-Magic® is a steel cable tray available in three steel finishes:
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Electro-galvanized steel for indoor commercial and data
center spaces
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Hot-dip galvanized steel for outdoor or high-moisture
environments
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304/316 stainless steel for sanitary food processing plants
- Installation and application –
Our patented, tool-free connection system allows straight
lengths to be snapped together in seconds. It mounts almost
anywhere, including directly to walls and ceilings.
The BKRS walkable tray is a heavy-duty steel cable tray rated
to be walked on, built for power plants, tunnels, and heavy
industrial routing where load capacity and access are both
priorities.
- Load and span performance –
It has been tested per IEC 61537 and EN 50085-2-2 standards
to guarantee a minimum footfall load capacity of 350 kg
(770 lb) when adhering to a maximum compartment width of
220 mm between barrier strips.
- Material and finish –
The BKRS is built with a continuous 2 mm heavy-duty steel
thickness across the tray, cover, and internal barrier strips.
It features a specialized chequer plate cover certified to
Anti-Slip Class R11 and Displacement Space Class V10 to
maximize traction and safety.
- Installation and application –
The integrated continuous Z-shaped barrier strips provide
physical separation and electromagnetic compatibility compliant
with DIN EN 50174. This shields sensitive data lines from
high-voltage power lines, making this cable management system
perfect for plants with high-traffic robotics, automotive
assembly lines, or packaging halls. It can be mounted directly
on the floor, or installed on Z-supports, support profiles,
and stand-off brackets alongside machinery.
Fittings and Accessories
Every Chalfant cable tray system is backed by a complete line
of fittings, bends, covers, and supports, so contractors can
build a continuous, code-compliant cable management pathway
throughout the installation.
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Directional fittings –
Bends, horizontal tees, 4-way crosses, and offset reducers
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Protective covers –
Solid, louvered, peaked, rain-peaked, and walkable chequer
plate covers with wind resistant clamps
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Splices and hardware –
Expansion and adjustable splice plates, continuous Z-shaped
barrier strips, ladder drop-outs, trapeze supports, and
UL classified bonding jumpers
Choosing the Right Cable Tray System with Chalfant Manufacturing
Our team of experts is ready to help you select the right cable
tray system and finish for your project. Contact Chalfant
Manufacturing today or find your local rep to get started.
| Selection criteria |
Aluminum Ladder Tray
Long spans, heavy cable
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GR-Magic® Wire Mesh Tray
Fast, tool-free install
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BKRS Walkable Tray
Floor-level, step-rated
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| Best for |
Power and control cable runs in industrial, power
generation, and oil and gas facilities, including
corrosive or caustic environments, indoors or outdoors
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Low-voltage and data cabling in data centers, commercial
buildings, and warehouses, where routes change often
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Cable runs on the floor near machines and robotic
production cells, where workers need to step on the tray
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| Material |
6063-T6 aluminum extrusions with 5052-H34 sheet |
Steel wire mesh, or aluminum |
Steel, with a continuous 2 mm thickness across tray,
cover, and barrier strip
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| Finishes |
Aluminum, with powder-coated options in standard and
custom colors
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Electro-galvanized, hot-dip galvanized, aluminum,
or stainless steel
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Strip-galvanized tray and chequer plate cover;
hot-dip galvanized supports
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| Load & span |
Support spans up to 40 ft; load rating varies by
series and span (see product spec sheets)
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Fire-tested to DIN 4102 Part 12 with a 10 lb/ft
cable load on 4.9 ft support spacing
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Footfall load of at least 350 kg (about 770 lb)
per EN 50085-2-2 with the chequer plate cover
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| Mounting & installation |
Elevated runs on supports spaced up to 40 ft apart
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Snap-together, tool-free connections, with no splice
plates or bonding jumpers; mounts directly to walls
and ceilings in almost any position
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Floor mounting (100–110 mm step height), Z supports,
Z-shaped support profiles, or support brackets
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| Key advantage |
Lightweight and corrosion-resistant across long spans
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Cuts installation time by 60% to 70%
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Certified R11 anti-slip and V10 displacement space
chequer plate cover; Z-shaped barrier strip separates
power, control, and data cables
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| Standards & listings |
Classified by UL for use as an equipment grounding
conductor
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UL Classified; meets NEMA and NEC standards;
integrated equipotential bonding
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IEC 61537 product standard; barrier strip separation
per DIN EN 50174
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| Sizes |
Multiple series and widths (see product pages)
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Multiple widths and depths (see product pages)
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Six widths from 100 to 600 mm (about 4 to 24 in);
100 mm or 110 mm side heights
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Specifications from Chalfant Manufacturing product pages and
OBO Bettermann BKRS technical documentation. Confirm
project-specific load and span requirements with your
Chalfant rep.
