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.

expert reply by: Adam R