Granite Bed Plates
Granite floor-mounted foundations for inspection and testing, designed around your application. Single slabs to 10,000 mm in length.

A granite bed plate provides a stable, chemically inert foundation at floor level. Specified for precision machine bases, optical and test rig foundations, and large-part inspection in controlled environments.
Specification.
Material
Close-grain black granite
Finish
Precision lapped
Standard
DIN 876-1, grade to specification
Largest single slab
To 10,000 mm in length; width a function of length
Interface
Typically threaded, reamed or hard bushed holes, keyways, T-slots and slots
Other standards
On request
Options.
Interface features
Standard features, bespoke features, or duplicates of those on your existing tooling.
Installation
Mounted to the floor, or set into a pit.
Anchoring
Mechanical, chemical, or grouted in for heavier duty applications; the method is determined by the loading — static or dynamic.
Specification notes.
Bonded elements
Every cast iron interface feature is available in granite, produced with cast iron or stainless steel elements bonded in, chosen to suit the load.
Civils
The foundation is designed for the task; imposed loads, pit construction and the interface with the finished floor are detailed for each installation. Carried out by us, or by your principal contractor working to our details.
Terminology
Also specified as granite machine bases or granite test beds.
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