Caterpillar Generator Stair and Platform Installation

This generator maintenance panel access platform used the OSHA style APEX grip strut platform and industrial step.

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DeKalb County is located in the north-central portion of Georgia and is home to over 750,000 residents. The County has received accolades for its energy conservation and renewable energy initiatives. Caterpillar (CAT) is the world's largest manufacturer of generator sets and they offer the largest range of specifications available for commercial and industrial use. The company’s generators are known for their excellent energy efficiency and consistent track record of meeting global emissions compliance standards.
DeKalb County contacted Upside Innovations to inquire about generator access stairs and a platform for a large CAT generator located at one of their government facilities. Upside Innovations’ APEX system consists of prefabricated modular aluminum stairs and platforms that can be easily configured to meet any application, making it the perfect access solution for CAT’s expansive product line. The components are 100% aluminum and will not rust, rot, or warp, allowing them to withstand the elements. The OHSA-compliant generator access stairs feature heavy-duty railings and 3” channel grip strut grating that allows workers to move freely while servicing CAT generators.

The CAT generator at the County’s facility sat several feet above the ground. The independently adjustable legs on the APEX platforms make it easy for the Upside installation team to position the legs near the unit on the curb while lengthening the outside legs to maintain a level installation. The engineering team chose a standard 56" wide platform to allow sufficient room for the maintenance panels to swing open unobstructed while maintenance technicians work on the unit.