Equipment weighing 75 pounds or more that is installed in-line with ducts must be laterally braced independently of them, according to section 13.6.7 of ASCE 7. This equipment then needs dedicated bracing from the duct bracing.
That’s where Gripple’s Fast Trak comes into play. Now in its third iteration of improvements, the technology has been optimized for a quick and secure install, according to Tommy Luce, business development manager at Gripple USA. He said Fast Trak is available for all trades wanting to build a trapeze with a simple slide and click installation, with no tools required for adjustments.