Different Types of Accessories for Raised Access Flooring
Raised access flooring accessories are part of a raised access flooring which is a structural floor built above a substrate like concrete slab to create a hidden space below the floor for accommodating cables, ducts etc. of electrical and mechanical and services. They are commonly used in new office buildings, computer rooms, IT data centers, command centers, and wherever electrical supply mechanical services, cables, wiring etc. have to be routed. Some of the accessories associated with raised access flooring are described below.
Power, Voice, and Data Box
This is a frame made of galvanized steel of a high grade, 2 mm thick, and has a very strong lid. The box is empty when supplied ready for receiving on-site installation of the designed outlets or pre-wired for custom-made telecommunication, voice/data or electrical parts as per requirement.
Air Diffuser
The Air Diffuser is an important part of raised access flooring accessories and is made from high impact materials like polycarbonate complying with state standards for flammability. The air diffuser is of low velocity for use in an access floor system. It uses the floor space below as a pressurized air supply plenum. The turbine of the diffuser produces an airflow with helical flow pattern of discharge. This produces conditioned air resulting in comfortable flow conditions for humans. The climate within the office area can be controlled by a damper from the floor above easily. Diffusers come in colors of black, brown and grey. Depending upon the quantity ordered, other colors may be available. Diffusers are mounted onto the floor panel with three clams. Clamps are fastened from the top without removal of the access floor panel.
Grommets and Trims
Grommets and trims are the next products of raised access flooring accessories. They are meant for permitting connection of electronic parts via neat and pleasing openings. The grommet face plate slides to facilitate adjustment of cable. Grommets can be purchased rectangular and round shapes. Round grommets are 3”, 4” and 5” in diameters. Rectangular grommets come in sizes as square of 4” x 4” and rectangle 4”x 8”.
Seismic Braces
For projects in areas with high seismic risk, the raised floor pedestals have to be supported by seismic braces to provide lateral stability to the floors. Braces may have one to four legs. Braces not only provide stability to the floors but also prevent damages to other equipment in the building.
Lifting Devices, Cable Trays and Hand Rails
Lifting devices are also, raised access flooring accessories like double suction cups and panel lifters and are necessary for installation and alteration work. Cable tray system is meant for cable management in access flooring system. The tray design permits free airflow inside. Handrail System are necessary for providing hand support grip and safety while climbing up the floor or walking along the floor. It may be made of anodized aluminum with extruded railing. The system should meet safety standards and regulations.
Raised access flooring accessories contribute to the safety, maintenance and comfort of employees and work environment.