Cogan Commercial Mezzanines, Catwalks & Work Platforms
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The Safety Source is the leading Cogan mezzanine floor installation and design service. We have hundreds of customers around the country, from offices to distribution centers. If you have an area that requires a mezzanine, we’ll be able to successfully complete the job within a reasonable timeframe. We provide local turnkey service anywhere in North America, including Mexico!
Our team of mezzanine installers are experts and have many years of experience to hone their craft. As such, we can provide your business with a design consultation and quote within 3-5 business days.
If you choose to move forward with our proposal, with modifications or not, we will work you into our schedule on a mutually agreed-upon date. One of our project managers will stay in constant contact before, during, and after the installation to ensure you have complete satisfaction.
Call us today for industrial mezzanines, catwalks, work platforms, and any vertical expansion you need for your business.
For other similar services, like pallet racking installation check out our other industrial projects.
Increase your manufacturing and storage capacity fast – without incurring costly renovations or moving to a new facility – with a structural steel mezzanine. Whether you need a little or a lot more floor space, Cogan has the perfect mezzanine solution to fit your application, your timing and your budget. All Cogan mezzanines are engineered with your business in mind. Intelligently built, the modular components easily adapt to your evolving needs, providing the added value, flexibility and functionality you need in fast-changing times.
Every project is custom designed to fit your needs and budget
Professional installation
Best in-class customer service and warranty
Our Process
Our pre-engineered mezzanines deliver unbeatable quality, flexibility and affordability. When you choose The Safety Source for your mezzanine project, we guarantee a product that you get:
Faster. Our manufacturers have a large inventory of standard components means we can quote, manufacture and ship your order faster.
Leaner. We partner with ultra-efficient manufacturers whose production process keeps our costs low. Lower cost to us means lower cost to you.
Better. Our partners are family-owned and operated for over 100 years, which means a refined pre-engineered system that offers the best quality and reliability.
3 Simple Steps
Design Consultation
Receive an initial call within 24 hours. We'll assess your needs and visions.
Accurate Estimation
Receive your quote in 48 hours. We ensure speed and accuracy.
Secure Installation
Schedule an installation date as soon as you’re ready. We guarantee the dates we plan with you.
Mezzanine Options
- Flooring
- Staircases
- Handrails
- Gates
- Ladders
Rugged and resilient, Cogan mezzanine flooring systems are designed to withstand the wear and tear of industrial use. Choose from five different options to best suit your application.
Resin Board
ResinDek Mezzanine Flooring Panels have been engineered and developed to be the superior choice for distribution centers and material handling experts.
Sheet Size: 4' x 8' / 32 sqft
Finish: Unfinished, Grey Diamond Seal
Application: Flooring
Corrugated Decking
Cogan corrugated decking is a steel underlay used to reinforce resin board and concrete flooring. Complete with a galvanized top side and white underside, corrugated steel decking is available in three different gauges for your convenience.
Gauges: 18GA, 20GA, 22GA
Width: 3'-0"
Decking Length: 4'-0", 8'-0", 9'-0", 10'-0", 11'-0", 12'-0", 13'-0", 14'-0", 15'-0", 16'-0"
Finish: Galvanized, White Underside
Application: Flooring
Open Bar Grating
Cogan open bar grating will be your choice for mezzanine flooring than can handle heavy industrial use. Open bar grating allows for light and sprinkler penetration. Available in a standard black paint finish.
Width: 3'-0"
Decking Length: 4'-0", 8'-0", 12'-0", 16'-0", 20'-0", 24'-0"
Finish: Painted Black Or Hot-Dipped Galvanized
Application: Flooring
Diamond Grip Flooring
Cogan diamond grip flooring is durable and wear-resistant. Anti-skid diamond grip dimples provide additional traction to maximize safety.
Plank Width: 6", 9", 12"
Plank Length: 12'
Gauge: 12GA, 14GA
Finish: Unfinished, Grey Diamond Seal
Application: Flooring
Concrete
Cogan also offers concrete flooring over a galvanized corrugated steel deck.
Concrete Thickness: 4"
Placement: Poured Over Galvanized Corrugated Steel Deck
Application: Flooring
Cogan mezzanine staircases are maintenance-free, built to last, and easy to assemble. Simple nut-and-bolt connections and factory-welded components allow for fast installation with minimal disruption to your workflow. Security treads are made with galvanized anti-slip surfaces to provide additional grip for safe and efficient access. The superior construction also means our staircases comply with even the most stringent building code requirements. Whether your mezzanine is for storage, manufacturing, or public use, we always have the right staircase for your application.
Staircase Models
Cogan provides various model of staircases.
Model 1: 2 Rails, 38° Angle, 8" Max RIse, 10" Min Run
Model 2: 3 Rails, 31° Angle, 7" Max RIse, 11" Min Run
Model 3: 3 Rails + Inner Handrail, 31° Angle, 7" Max RIse, 11" Min Run
Model 4: 2 Rails + Inner Handrail + Wire Mesh, Integrated Palens, 31° Angle, 7" Max RIse, 11" Min Run
Riser/Tread
Cogan provides various design options for the risers, tread, step width and the step depth.
Tread Options: Open Tread, Closed Tread
Riser Options: Open Riser, Closed Riser
Step Width: 36", 45", 60"
Step Depth: 12" Deep
Landings
Cogan provides three landing types: straight, L-shape and U-shape staircases.
Landing Types: Straight, L-Shape, U-Shape Staircase
Width Step Size: 36", 45", 60"
Staircase Tower
A staircase tower design requires the staircase run to be divided equally. If the staircase rise is higher than 12’, a mid-landing is required in which case both runs must be the exact same length.
Design Requirement: Staircase run are divided equally
Mid-Landing: If staircase rise is higher than 12'
Self-Closing Staircase Safety Gate
Cogan’s self-closing safety gate serves as an additional security option to guard the opening on a mezzanine staircase entryway.
Stair Opening Width: 24"-36", 33"-48"
Sizing: Adjustable Length
Finish: Powder-Coated
Closing Method: Spring Loaded, Self Closing
Double Staircase
Cogan provides various models of double staircases.
Model 1: 2 Rails, 38° Angle, 8" Max Rise, 10" Min Run
Model 2: 3 Rails, 31° Angle, 7" Max Rise, 11" Min Run
Model 2: 2 Rails + Wire Mesh, Integrated Panels, 31° Angle, 7" Max Rise, 11" Min Run
Ramp
The Cogan ramp system provides an easier way to access mezzanines while maneuvering equipment and products.
Incline: 15°, 17°, and 19°
Model Type: Model 1 = Wire Mesh, Integrated Panels
An innovative continuous design, nothing installs faster than Cogan safety handrails. Choose from 3 different models to best suit your needs.
2-Rail Handrail
Cogan 2-rail handrails are 42” high and ideal for situations where light-duty protection is required. Handrail posts are made of 2 1/2”x2 1/2”x14GA steel tube. Rails are made of 1 1/2”x1 1/2”x16GA steel tube securely fastened to the handrail posts with zinc-plated clips. This special design allows for the rails to be cut to size and attached without welding, reducing installation time and cost. Optional kick plate is also available.
Post Height: 42"
Post Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 14GA
Post Finish: Powder-Coated
Rail Height: 4"
Rail Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 16GA
Rail Finish: Galvanized
3-Rail Handrail
Cogan 3-rail handrails are 42” high and designed to meet all BOCA, UBC and IBC safety requirements. Handrail posts are made of 2 1/2”x2 1/2”x14GA steel tube. Rails are made of 1 1/2”x1 1/2”x16GA steel tube securely fastened to the handrail posts with zinc-plated clips. This special design allows for the rails to be cut to size and attached without welding, reducing installation time and cost. Optional kick plate is also available.
Post Height: 42"
Post Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 14GA
Post Finish: Powder-Coated
Rail Height: 4"
Rail Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 16GA
Rail Finish: Galvanized
Wire Mesh Handrail
Cogan wire mesh handrails are our upgraded system designed to meet the stringent safety requirements of mezzanines intended for public use. Panels are made of 2”x2” welded wire mesh and are shop welded to 1 1/4”x1 1/4” structural steel frames. Handrail posts are made of 2 1/2”x2 1/2” steel tube. Rails are made of 1 1/2”x1 1/2” steel tube and simply fasten to the posts using specially designed zinc-plated clips. This allows for the rails to be cut to size and attached without welding, reducing installation time and cost. Kick plate is also available.
Post Height: 42"
Post Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 14GA
Post Finish: Powder-Coated
Rail Height: 4"
Rail Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 16GA
Rail Finish: Galvanized
Wire Mesh Size: 2" x 2" Welded Steel Wire Mesh
Frame Material: Structural Angle 1 1/4" x 1 1/4" x 12GA
Wire Mesh Finish: Powder-Coated
Safety, efficiency and flexibility. Our mezzanine safety gates are easily adaptable to keep your process running smoothly. Choose from five different models to best suit your needs.
Single Swing Gate
Cogan single swing safety gates are available in 2-rail, 3-rail and wire mesh configurations, each conveniently designed to accommodate your handrail selection.
Gate Width: 2'-6", 3'-0", 3'-6", 4'-0"
Type Of Gate: Single-Swing Gate
Finish: Powder-Coated
Models: 2-Rail, 3-Rail Or Wire Mesh
Frame Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 16GA
Type Of Closure: Padlock Hasp
Double Swing Gate
Cogan double safety swing gates are available in 2-rail, 3-rail and wire mesh configurations, each conveniently designed to accommodate your handrail selection.
Gate Width: 5'-0", 6'-0", 7'-0", 8'-0"
Type Of Gate: Double-Swing Gate
Finish: Powder-Coated
Models: 2-Rail, 3-Rail Or Wire Mesh
Frame Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 16GA
Type Of Closure: Padlock Hasp
Sliding Gate
Cogan sliding safety gates allow you to easily access your mezzanine in constricted areas. Available in 2-rail, 3-rail and wire mesh configurations, each conveniently designed to accommodate your handrail selection.
Gate Width: 5'-0", 6'-0", 7'-0", 8'-0"
Type Of Gate: Sliding Gate
Finish: Powder-Coated
Models: 2-Rail, 3-Rail Or Wire Mesh
Frame Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 16GA
Type Of Closure: Padlock Hasp, Receiver Bracket
Lift-Out Safety Gate
Cogan lift-out safety gates are completely removable, allowing for the unobstructed loading and unloading of material. Available in 2-rail, 3-rail and wire mesh configurations, each conveniently designed to accommodate your handrail selection.
Gate Width: 4'-0", 5'-0"
Type Of Gate: Lift-Out Safety Gate
Finish: Powder-Coated
Models: 2-Rail, 3-Rail Or Wire Mesh
Frame Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 16GA
Type Of Closure: None
Safety Pivot Gate
Cogan’s patent-pending safety pivot gate is your safest bet for a busy loading zone. Specially designed pivot arms allow the gate to be opened on one side while closed on the other, protecting your employees from dangerous fall accidents.Need is fast? All standard safety pivot gates are in stock and ready to ship.
Gate Width: 5'-0", 6'-0", 7'-0", Up To 13'-0"
Type Of Gate: Safety Pivot
Finish: Powder-Coated - Main Assembly, Galvanized - Handrails And 2 Lower Gate Rails
Top Rail Sizes: 1 1/2" x 1 1/2", 2" x 2" Or 2" x 4"
Frame Material: Hollow Structural Tubing
The majority of building codes and fire regulations require multiple access points for any second-level mezzanine structure. Factors such as the size of the mezzanine and the number of employees working on and around the platform can create the need for a second or even third access point. While the placement of an additional staircase is ideal, it is not always possible given the potential space constraints and obstructions in your facility. Cogan platform ladders are an ideal, space-saving alternative to staircases. Built to meet strict building code and safety requirements, our platform ladders are sturdy and secure for easy and efficient access to your mezzanine.
Ladders
Cogan standard platform ladders are 24” wide. Optional welded safety cages are available for added fall protection or if required by code. All ladders are sealed in a durable, powder-coated yellow paint finish for maximum visibility.
Ladder Width: 24"
Optional Parts: Safety Cage
Finish: Powder-Coated
Frame Material: Hollow Structural Tubing 2" x 2" 16GA
Self-Closing Ladder Safety Gate
Spring-loaded hinges ensure our safety gates close automatically. Gates cannot be left open by accident, therefore providing constant visual indication of the access point. Workers will be deterred from walking directly into the opening, reducing the likelihood of trip or fall accidents and other hazards.
Stair Opening Width: 24"-36"
Sizing: Adjustable Length
Finish: Powder-Coated
Closing Method: Spring Loaded, Self Closing
Design Load & Bracing
Many factors contribute to the loads that affect the capacity requirements of your mezzanine. It is important to take these loads into consideration when approaching the mezzanine design.
Dead loads (anything permanent on the mezzanine, walls built on top, B-Deck and overlay, etc.) as well as live loads (racking on top of the mezzanine, pallet jacks, people standing and walking, etc.) needs to be taken into consideration when designing the mezzanine structure.
The decking or flooring of a mezzanine will vary by application but is generally composed of B-Deck underlayment and wood product finished floor, concrete or a heavy-duty steel grating. When designing a structural steel mezzanine, it is important to consider the application, as well as the equipment that will be used on top of the mezzanine. If pallet jacks are being used for example, a resin board overlay is ideal for a smooth rolling load.
Live loads are separated in two different categories: Uniformly Distributed Loads (UDL) and Point Loads. Refer to the drawings below for more information.
Uniformly Distributed Load (UDL)
A loaded pallet will uniformly distribute the load to the deck because of its multiple transfer points.
Point Load (PL)
Racking installed on top of a mezzanine deck creates poit loads. For point loads that are too high for the deck capacity, contact a Safety Source LLC Sales Representative to discuss different options available.
Pallet Jack Load (PJL)
For pallet jack maximum capactiy calculations, maximum loads are only based on the loaded material. Do not take into consideration the pallet jack weight.
Mezzanine Applications
Industrial Applications
Ideal in production facilities and warehouses, mezzanine floors provide extra storage, production space, and office space. Rather than solely using the ground-level floor plan to optimize space, these focus on the entire volume of the building to create added space.
Offices
Mezzanines are common in places like industrial units and car dealerships. They provide additional space for an office while still preserving floor space. Uses for these floors can also include complementing existing offices that usually need a protected staircase.
Retail Spaces
Also used to increase square footage in a specified space, mezzanines help increase company profits by providing extra room for shelf space. Contractors typically build the addition seamlessly with the original features of the building, making the mezzanine indistinguishable as an addition.
Storage Applications
Finding storage can be complicated, and many facilities face difficulties finding somewhere to put their extra products. Mezzanine floors help mitigate the struggle. Some companies use mezzanines for additional storage.
Production Space
Production space may also multiply with mezzanine floors. Many companies enlist the help of steel-work upgrades to multiply the loading capacity.
Catwalk And Conveyer
Mezzanine floors also are useful in transportation. They feature specific designs to accommodate both of these systems, providing a convenient method of transportation across and above the facility. Catwalks also can connect mezzanine levels, which allows for quick maneuverability across the facility.
Mezzanine Examples
The Safety Source is here to help your business expand and optimize its floorspace; here are some examples of the types we provide:
General Storage
Equipment Platform
Industrial Catwalk
Inplant Office
Parts Inventory
Auto Parts
Exhibition Platform
Retail Store
Restaurants & Bars
Success Stories
The team at The Safety Source sat down and looked at our current space and provided an out of the box solution - a two story mezzanine with an inplant office installed on the 2nd floor. This solution was not only cost effective it was designed and installed on time and on budget. Thanks for being a vendor we can rely on.
Facility Manager
Magna Seating Detroit
We have been contracting The Safety Source to manage our MRO supplies with their state of the art vending software we have seen on average $6,000 per month savings! They also perform pallet racking repairs and installation and have always accommodated our busy production schedule and provided the best value.
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Detroit Manufacturing Systems
Why Choose Us
Our team at Safety Source LLC are experts in designing and implementing mezzanines, catwalks, and platforms for various businesses, including retail, industrial, and warehousing.
During our design consultation, we make sure we understand your wants, needs, and desires entirely before designing a custom mezzanine solution that satisfies your business and makes the most efficient use of your current building layout.
Besides our fair quotes and quick turnaround, our project manager will stay in touch with you as much (or as little) as you desire. They’ll review the detailed CAD design plan, installation timeline, and detailed quotation. We want to ensure your stratification, and we believe the best way to do that is to stay in touch.
Companies We Work With
Recent Projects We've Completed
At Magna Seating in Highland Park, MI, we provided additional space in their overflowing warehouse with a two-story office mezzanine. We provided full consultation, design, and installation of the below areas on our effective mezzanine platforms:
- - Additional office space
- - Conference area
- - Research and development area
In our initial consultation with Magna Seating, we quickly determined that building vertically would optimize their space in an already limited facility. As such, a 3-story mezzanine structure was conceptualized and outfitted with vinyl flooring, cubicles, decor, cubicles, and even a kitchen area.
Magna Seating now has much more space for their growing business while staying within the constraints of the floor space they already have.
FAQs
Have questions? Here are some of our most common ones:
How does the process of a mezzanine floor installation begin?
Once our project proposal is approved, we begin the production and delivery of the building materials. Typically, this takes 10-15 weeks. When all the building materials are delivered, our trained installers will begin construction while keeping disruptions to your regular business functions to a minimum. Every business varies, and we’ll work our installation around you the best we can.
How Long Does it Take You to Build a Mezzanine Floor?
No mezzanines are the same; some take days, while others take over a week or more. The time it takes will vary depending on the size and complexity of your mezzanine.
How disruptive is a mezzanine floor installation?
Our team understands that keeping your business running is important; that is why we work efficiently and keep disruptions to a bare minimum.
How much does a warehouse mezzanine cost?
Mezzanine cost varies by size and complexity. For an accurate price estimate, fill out our form or give us a call today.
Will there be A project manager overseeing the installation process?
Yes, there will be a project manager overseeing the entire installation process.
Will my completed mezzanine floor be inspected?
Yes, mezzanines are inspected to ensure they meet local building codes.
