Weight Rating of Erickson E-Track Cargo Control Track EM59150
Question:
Im trying to determine the strength of e-channel to hold back Steel coil sitting in rack or cradle. Coil can weight 18,000 lbs. Thinking of placing channel bars directly on top of metal racking. Maybe 6-10 bars. At what limit will e-channel on wall fail? Does using two rows of channel double strength?
asked by: Paul
Helpful Expert Reply:
The Erickson E-Tracks such as 5-foot-long # E19148 and 2-foot # EM59150 are rated for 2000-lbs.
This rating presumes that the mounting surface you attach them to and the fasteners you use are also rated at least for this much weight. Installation of E-Track should use no less than 2 fasteners per linear foot per side.
The tracks clearly do not have the capacity to suspend your 18K-lb load and the trailer wall itself will need to be really strong to hold a load like that. Depending on your installation the tracks can potentially be used to secure the item from lateral movement but not for holding its weight.
Products Referenced in This Question
Erickson Horizontal E Track - Zinc Plated Steel - 2,000 lbs - 2' Long - Qty 1
- E-Track
- E-Track Rails
- Horizontal
- 5 Inch Wide
- 2000 lbs
- 2 Feet Long
- Erickson
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Erickson Horizontal E Track - Zinc Plated Steel - 2,000 lbs - 5' Long - Qty 1
- E-Track
- E-Track Rails
- Horizontal
- 5-1/8 Inch Wide
- 2000 lbs
- 5 Feet Long
- Erickson
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