Marco Catalogue

power pole and post

introduction

The 3.6m double-sided Marco Aluminium Power Pole is available in both
a satin anodised and white powder-coated aluminium body, with a pure
white uPVC lid.

The system benefits from a strong aluminium profile designed to retain
its rigidity in all installation situations. The length of the Power Pole can
easily be modified on-site and a height-adjusting locking mechanism is
supplied. The pole benefits from 35mm deep accessory boxes for quick
and easy installation of accessories.

A 1 metre aluminium Power Pole extension is available, and Marco can
supply power poles up to 5 metres in length, normally from stock.

Each Marco Power Pole is supplied with six accessory boxes, ceiling
shroud, floor boot, accessory spacers to help speed installation, and six
metres of uPVC divider.

Coloured lid and coloured plates can be supplied to meet DDA compliance.

power pole power post The 0.65m double-sided Marco Power Post is available in both satin
anodised aluminium and white powder-coated finishes.
Please contact our Sales Team for further information on the range
The post is used in much the same way as the Power Pole, but transfers
wiring up from the floor, rather than down from the ceiling.

It conceals wiring effectively and positions sockets conveniently, which is
of particular benefit in offices and other application areas.

Marco Power Posts have a metal plate on the underside which is fixed
securely to the floor, and a strong steel rod that extends from the plate
through to the top of the post to give the product added strength.
Power Posts can be fabricated to specific sizes, up to 1 metre tall,
if necessary. Should you require any further information then please
contact our sales office.

The Power Post is capped with a pyramidal top, and is supplied with a
floor boot, six accessory boxes, uPVC divider and accessory spacers.
The accessory spacers, which are fitted between the socket boxes, help
to reduce installation times.

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case study

old trafford

Marco has supplied a series of Power Poles to contractors at work in
Manchester United’s football stadium, Old Trafford.

As part of a wider alterations programme at the ground, the Marco Power
Poles were specified by Alard Electrical.

The firm opted for a white powder-coated finish (a silver finish is also
available) to blend comfortably with the surrounding environment. At a
standard 3.6 metre length, the double-sided pole benefits from a strong
aluminum profile designed to retain its rigidity in all installation situations.
The length of the Power Pole can be simply modified on-site and a height-
adjusting locking mechanism is supplied.

A one metre extension is available for each Power Pole with each pole
being supplied with six accessory boxes, ceiling shroud, floor boot, and
accessory spacers to help speed installation.

Forming part of Marco’s growing range of Cable Management solutions,
the Power Pole is ideal in situations where the power supply must be
introduced and contained in an open area.

Key Accounts Manager Kate Knox added: “The Power Pole is a
fantastic accessory that often meets a very specific need within a project
and we’re pleased to have been able to support Alard Electrical in meeting
all of their objectives.

Old Trafford is recognised internationally as a sporting institution and we’re
pleased to have formed part of the supplier team who’ve helped improve
the ground in preparation for many year’s sporting action!”

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accessories

MTPRCDH MTLS MTD105

MTPSB1 MTPSB1-25

MTP1 MTP1W MTPP1 MTPP1W MTPCS MTPFB * Extra Jacking Mechanism required when cutting
pole down to size
Replacement ceiling Replacement
shrouds available* floor boots available 5 meter power poles
are available

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accessories

CODE DESCRIPTION PACK SIZE 100 mm
MTP1 Power pole, aluminium body, uPVC lids 3.6m
MTP1E1 Power pole extension kit 1m 100 mm
MTP1W Power pole - white coated aluminium body, uPVC lids 3.6m
MTP1E1W Power pole extension kit - white coated aluminium body, uPVC lids 1m
MTPP1 Power post, aluminium body, uPVC lids 0.65m
MTPP1W Power post - white coated aluminium body, uPVC lids 0.65m
RCD/MCB DIN rail housing (includes: hinged cover, mounting frame, mounting
MTPRCDH 1
bracket. Marco locking mechanism available)
MTLS 10
MTD105 Accessory spacer 16 x 1.5m
MTPSB1 uPVC divider
MTPSB1-25 Socket mounting box 35mm 1-gang 10
Socket mounting box 25mm 1-gang 10

dimensions and cable capacities

DATA CABLE NOMINAL 4120mm2 COMPARTMENT A 4116mm2and 35mm POWER CABLE CABLE 4120mm2 COMPARTMENT A 4116mm2and 35mm
DIAMETER CSA 4116mm2and 25mm back box (1700mm2) CONDUCTOR FACTOR 4116mm2and 25mm back box (1700mm2)
(mm2) 45% Fill (1852mm2) back box (2420mm2) CSA (mm2) back box (2420mm2)
(mm) 94 45% Fill (765mm2)
77 45% Fill (1089mm2)
65 38 45% Fill (1852mm2) 45% Fill (1089mm2) 45% Fill (765mm2)
55 54 31
5 19.6 48 45 26 1.5 8.6 215 125 87
5.5 23.8 38 22
6 28.3 32 19 2.5 12.6 146 85 59
6.5 33.2 27
7 38.5 4 16.6 111 64 45

6 21.2 87 50 35

Typical cable loading information in line with wiring regulation BS 7671 (45% CSA Fill)

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bench trunking and units

introduction

Marco Bench Trunking is manufactured from satin anodised aluminium
and is fitted with a white uPVC lid.
It is available in both satin anodised aluminium and white powder-coated
finishes, with a facility for earth termination.
Marco Back to Back Bench Trunking is also available.
A full range of moulded and fabricated fittings is available, and 35mm and
25mm Marco Accessory Boxes can be installed at any point along the
Bench Trunking system.
Optional clip-in dividers are available for segregation between power and
data cabling.

Marco Bench Trunking Units are available in one-gang, two-gang or
combined one and two-gang socket mounting boxes. Back to Back units
and additional combinations can be supplied to order.
For the convenience of the installer, all Marco Bench Trunking products
can be supplied pre-assembled.
Available in anodised aluminium and white powder-coated aluminium
finishes.

Please contact our Sales Team for further information on the range

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jubilee house bench trunking

Marco, a leading uPVC Cable Management Company, and the case study
UK’s largest manufacturer of Steel Wire Cable Tray, has
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the transformation of an abandoned former Land Registry
building in Lytham St Anne’s, Lancashire.

Jubilee House, a 77,400sq ft building, which sits on a prominent
position on the Lytham waterfront, is undergoing a radical
overhaul to provide ultra modern office space and high-end
apartments.

Accountancy service provider and owners of the building,
Dandro, will also relocate their operation to Jubilee House.

Electrical Contractor Bowker Ltd, has managed the electrical
installation and has utilised Marco’s one stop shop service,
specifying a range of Cable Management products including
Marco ELITE uPVC Trunking, Steel Wire Cable Tray, Charcoal
Bench Trunking and Power Poles.

Kate Knox, Key Accounts Manager at Marco, said: “This project
illustrates how all of a customer’s Cable Containment needs can
be met under one roof by Marco.

This is a high-end, prestigious redevelopment of an impressive
building; restoring and enhancing it, and ultimately bringing it line
with modern day needs and demands.”

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bench trunking

accessories

MTBTW MTBTI / MTBTIW MTBTE / MTBTEW MTLS

MTBT MTBJ MTBC MTD1052

MTBT-BB / MTBT-BBW MTPSB1 / MTPSB1-25 MTPSB2 / MTPSB2-25 MTBTRCDH

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bench trunking

accessories

CODE DESCRIPTION PACK SIZE 100 mm

MTBT Bench Trunking, aluminium body, uPVC lid 1 x 2m 100 mm
MTBTW Bench Trunking, white powder-coated aluminium body, uPVC lid 1 x 2m
MTBT-BB Back to back Bench Trunking, aluminium body, uPVC lid 1 x 2m
MTBT-BBW Back to back Bench Trunking, white powder-coated aluminium body, uPVC lid 1 x 2m
MTBTI Internal angle
MTBTIW Internal angle white 1
MTBTE External angle 1
MTBTEW External angle white 1
MTBC End cover 1
MTBJ Joint cover 2
MTLS Accessory spacer 2
MTPSB1 Socket mounting box 35mm 1-gang 10
MTPSB1-25 Socket mounting box 25mm 1-gang 10
MTPSB2 Socket mounting box 35mm 2-gang 10
MTPSB2-25 Socket mounting box 25mm 2-gang 10
MTD1052 uPVC divider 10
RCD/MCB DIN rail housing (includes: hinged cover, mounting frame, 10 x 2m
MTBTRCDH
mounting bracket, Marco locking mechanism available) 1

dimensions and cable capacities

DATA CABLE NOMINAL 6296mm2 COMPARTMENT A 6296mm2and 35mm POWER CABLE CABLE 6296mm2 COMPARTMENT A 6296mm2and 35mm
DIAMETER CSA 6296mm2and 25mm back box (3860mm2) CONDUCTOR FACTOR 6296mm2and 25mm back box (3860mm2)
(mm2) 45% Fill (2833mm2) back box (4582mm2) CSA (mm2) back box (4582mm2)
(mm) 144 45% Fill (1737mm2)
19.6 119 45% Fill (2061mm2) 45% Fill (2833mm2) 45% Fill (2061mm2) 45% Fill (1737mm2)
5 23.8 100 88
5.5 28.3 85 105 72 1.5 8.6 329 239 201
6 33.2 73 86 61
6.5 38.5 72 52 2.5 12.6 224 163 137
7 62 45
53 4 16.6 170 124 104

6 21.2 133 97 81

Typical cable loading information in line with wiring regulation BS 7671 (45% CSA Fill)

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bench trunking units

MTBU1 MTBU1-BB MTBU2 MTBU2-BB
MTBU1W MTBU1-BBW MTBU2W MTBU2-BBW

MTBU3 MTBU3-BB MTBU4 MTBU4-BB
MTBU3W MTBU3-BBW MTBU4W MTBU4-BBW

Alternating configurations available.
Please contact our Sales Team for further information on the range

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CODE DESCRIPTION PACK SIZE
MTBU1 Bench Trunking unit 1-gang 1
MTBU1W Bench Trunking unit, white powder-coated aluminium 1-gang 1
MTBU2 Bench Trunking unit 2-gang 1
MTBU2W Bench Trunking unit, white powder-coated aluminium 2-gang 1
MTBU3 Bench Trunking unit 3-gang 1
MTBU3W Bench Trunking unit, white powder-coated aluminium 3-gang 1
MTBU1-BB Back to back Bench Trunking unit 1-gang 1
MTBU1-BBW Back to back Bench Trunking unit, white powder-coated aluminium 1-gang 1
MTBU2-BB Back to back Bench Trunking unit 2-gang 1
MTBU2-BBW Back to back Bench Trunking unit, white powder-coated aluminium 2-gang 1
MTBU3-BB Back to back Bench Trunking unit 3-gang 1
MTBU3-BBW Back to back x unit, white powder-coated aluminium 3-gang 1

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steel wire cable tray system

introduction

Marco Cable Management is the largest UK manufacturer of Steel Wire
Cable Tray.
Available in electro-zinc, pre-galvanised, powder-coated, and hot-
dipped galvanised finishes. Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray is offered in
three standard depths – 30mm, 55mm and 106mm*, complemented
by a wide range of available fittings to join and support the wire tray.
In comparison to conventional tray, Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray is light in
weight, enabling bends to be easily fabricated on-site. The design makes
installation quick and convenient, thereby reducing on-site costs.
All Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray is manufactured in a state of the art,
custom-built factory in the UK, and considerable amounts of all sizes are
kept in stock.

*75mm depth Steel Wire Cable Tray supplied to order.

Please contact our Sales Team for further information on the range

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steel wire cable tray system

contents

marco steel wire cable tray

page number 70 pre-galvanised 72 Quik-Clik

64 finishes 71 powder-coated 75 G-shape Tray
66 case study
70 electro-zinc 71 hot dipped galvanised 76 Accessories

marco steel wire cable tray fabrication guides

page number 89 right angle bend
90 radius tee-junctions and crossovers
86 introduction 91 tee-junction with right angle and crossovers
87 large radius bend
88 small radius bend

marco steel wire cable tray technical info ELECTRO ZINC HOT DIPPED GALVANISED PRE GALVANISED STAINLESS STEEL POWDER COATED

page number STANDARDS BSEN 12329:2000 BSEN ISO1461:2009 BSEN 10244-2 BSEN 10088-2 AISI 316L BSEN13438

92 recommendations 94 cable capacities INTERIOR INSTALLATION RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE POSSIBLE
93 finish applications NON-CORROSIVE POSSIBLE
INTERIOR INSTALLATION NOT RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE NOT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE
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EXTERIOR INSTALLATION NOT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE
MODERATELY CORROSIVE
EXTERIOR INSTALLATION NOT RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE NOT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
SEVERELY CORROSIVE

FOOD INDUSTRIES NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED

DATA CENTRES POSSIBLE POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE RECOMMENDED

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finishes

Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray is made from direct drawn bright mild steel.
The tray is made from a 100mm by 50mm mesh grid design structure.
Each length is produced to 3 metres in length.
Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray is available in the following finishes:
Electro-Zinc Coated (EZ) to standard BSEN ISO2081:2008
The Marco Electro-Zinc Plate finish is recommended for use in interior
installations where the atmosphere is noncorrosive. Marco EZ Steel Wire
Cable Tray is coated to a thickness of between 5-12 microns.
Pre-Galvanised (PG) to standard BSEN 10244-2
The Marco Pre-Galvanised finish is recommended for use in data centres
and other interior applications. Marco PG Steel Wire Cable Tray is coated
to a thickness of approximately 20 microns (135 gr/m2 – class B).

Please contact our Sales Team for further information on the range

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finishes

Hot-Dip Galvanised (HDG) to standard ISO1461:2009
The Marco Hot-Dip Galvanised finish is recommended for exterior use and
more aggressive atmospheres. Marco HDG tray is coated to a
thickness of between 60-100 microns.

Powder-Coated (PC) to standard BSEN 13438
The Marco Powder-Coated finish is recommended for exterior
and interior use in a range of atmospheric environments and is
capable of withstanding a variety of corrosive conditions. Its
installation is also suggested for use in data centres.

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case study

Set over two floors, the new build scheme contains eight studios at ground
floor level and a large number of offices at level one. With major acoustic
sound proofing and high power supply needed to cope with the demands
of huge and complex lighting rigs (there are 2,700 light fittings in total), work
began at ground floor and continued on a studio by studio basis.

Marco’s Steve Davis worked closely with electrical contractor Whitehead
during both specification and build phases of the new studios. He said:
“Whitehead specified Marco’s Steel Wire Cable Tray at a depth of 55mm,
with widths varying from 100mm – 500mm. Several thousand lengths of
various sizes were installed to support the Cat6 data and fire alarm cables.

A series of Marco Quick Fit accessories were used to support the installation.
Quick Couplers were used to join the lengths whilst Quick Locks were used
to speed installation on sweeping bends, alongside the Marco Fast Fix Strut
Clip to secure the whole installation. The use of Fast Fix Strut Clip enabled
the Steel Wire Cable Tray to be fixed to the strut channel within seconds,
reducing the installation time considerably when compared to the traditional
method of hold down clamp, spring nut, and bolt.

BBC Drama Centre As part of the specification and under the restraints of a fast track
installation programme, Marco developed a bespoke Steel Wire Cable Tray
When M&E contractor Whitehead Building Services won a £5m system to speed up installation whilst also reducing costs. The bespoke
installation contract to help create the BBC’s new Drama Village in Steel Wire Cable Tray product was designed as a ‘J’ shape with one side
Cardiff, they chose to specify Marco’s ELITE 3 uPVC Trunking and higher than the other. This acted as a shelf for the data cables to be
Steel Wire Cable Tray systems across the entire facility. installed in. The higher side of the Steel Wire Cable Tray was fixed directly
to the strut using Marco’s Fast Fix Strut Clip, negating the use of an extra
The 170,000 sq ft (15,800 sq m) site houses productions including bracket and spring nuts”.
Casualty, The Sarah Jane Adventures and TV’s favourite, Doctor
Who. The village is part of the BBC’s commitment to double television Mark Eaves, Whitehead Contracts Manager said: “Marco reacted positively
network production from Wales by 2016. to our design requirements and quickly produced a sample length for us. It
was an ideal solution that met our exact needs and we have installed this
throughout the building”.

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case study

olympic white water centre

Marco have supplied a series of specialist products to contractors at work
on London’s historic Olympic event in 2012.

Marco’s Steel Wire Cable Tray was used by the M&E team at the White
Water Centre in Lee Valley, located 30 kilometers north of the Olympic
Park, on the edge of the 1,000-acre River Lee Country Park – part of the
Lee Valley Regional Park.

The White Water Centre has two separate courses including a 300 metre
Olympic-standard competition course with a 5.5m descent, and a 160m
intermediate/training course with a 1.6m descent. Both courses were
built from scratch, along with a 10,000 square metre lake. This feeds a
system of pumps that provide the course with 15 cubic metres of water
per second. The white water is created by these pumps and obstacles
placed along the course.

Construction of the Lee Valley White Water Centre was completed on
time. It opened in spring 2011 as the only brand new London 2012 venue
that the public were able to use ahead of the Games.

Jeff Kerridge, Sales Manager said: “Of course we’re delighted to
see our product included in a worldwide historic event such as London
2012. Being part of the supply chain involved in delivering products
to those on-site and helping bring this massive event to life is a
fantastic achievement.”

The two courses and the facilities building remain, with the venue once
again becoming a world-class canoeing and kayaking facility for people
of all levels of ability, and a major leisure attraction for white water rafting.

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case study

the shard, london

Marco has supplied both Steel Wire Cable Tray and ELITE uPVC Trunking
to M&E contractors carrying out installation works at the Shard, the latest
major development to feature amongst London’s skyline.

The Shard, which stands at 1,016 feet, is currently the tallest building in
Europe. Completed ahead of the London Olympics, the Shard provides
900,000 square feet of office space, hotel, residential apartments,
restaurants and viewing galleries with unparalleled views of South East
England. Designed by world renowned architect Renzo Piano, construction
costs alone have totaled £435 million.

Jeff Kerridge, Sales Manager of Marco Cable Management
said: “Needless to say, we’re thrilled to have our products specified at
such an important structure. Our ELITE range has sat incredibly
well with the modern, clean, bright white design of the Shard and it’s
fantastic to see our product in-situ.

This specification really highlights how far the business has come in its 10
years. Today, we are supplying products across the UK to contractors
employed at major landmark schemes including this development in the heart
of the capital. We have worked hard to ensure our products hold national
appeal in terms of functionalility, quality and aesthetics and our involvement
in this scheme certainly demonstrates this”.

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case study

top marks at swansea university

Marco, a leading uPVC Cable Management Company, and the
UK’s largest manufacturer of Steel Wire Cable Tray, has secured a
‘significant’ contract with Whitehead Building Services to a series
of supply cable containment solutions at Swansea University’s
£450million Campus scheme.

The Campus Development Programme will transform the existing
estate into a trailblazing 21st century centre. Swansea University has
been working over a number of years to develop the plan, which will
ultimately allow the higher education centre to become a research-
intensive UK top-30 university by 2017.

The Campus Development Programme, focuses on the development
of a new Bay Campus and the transformation of the Singleton Park
Campus. Contractor Vinci will manage the construction of the scheme
and has appointed Whitehead Building Services as Mechanical and
Electrical Contractor. Work on the main construction began on site
in May 2013 and the new campus will be welcoming its first student
intake in September 2015.

The university is keen to utilise local supply chain teams in terms of
both contracting and the supply of products.

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electro-zinc and pre-galvanised

Electro Zinc

Electroplated Steel Wire Cable Tray is the standard and most popular
range in the UK market place.
With the current trend to ‘show off’ an installation, Marco Electro-Zinc
trays are bright and shiny, giving a pleasing aesthetic finish. Adequate
corrosion resistance and protection for most dry, internal
environments, EZ Steel Wire Cable Tray can be used in both new and
refurbishment projects.

typical applications include: Universities
Airports
Schools and academies Factories
Hospitals Ceiling voids and roof-spaces
Offices
Warehouses

Pre-Galvanised

The Continuous Hot-Dip Galvanised (Pre-Galvanised) finish is one of
the latest finishes to be launched by Marco.
Ideal for use in data centres and other interior applications, this
finish offers an alternative specification to Electro-Zinc plating.

Whilst Pre-Galvanising (PG) is also a method of hot-dip galvanising
(HDG), it differs in the thickness of coating and the order in
which the raw steel is treated – PG is treated prior to
fabrication, rather than after. The finish is much smoother compared
to that of a HDG finish.

Data Centres Schools and academies
Hospitals Universities
Offices

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powder-coated and hot-dip galvanised

powder-coated

Marco Powder-Coated Steel Wire Cable Tray is recommended for interior
use in a range of atmospheric environments and is capable of withstanding
a variety of corrosive conditions. The product is proving ideal for installers
looking for extra protection above that offered by a hot-dip galvanized
finish. Powder-Coated Steel Wire Cable Tray can also be used in exterior
applications when the tray has also gone though a galvanizing process.

Not only does the product offer additional protection, its coating also
provides suitability in environments where aesthetics play an important role.

Typical applications include:

Leisure centres
Data centres
Retail outlets

hot-dip galvanised

Marco Hot-Dip Galvanised (HDG) finish is recommended for exterior
use and more aggressive atmospheres. Marco HDG tray is coated to
a thickness of between 60-100 microns. White rust may appear on the
surface of the tray wires without affecting its resistance to corrosion, this
is due to the formation of zinc hydroxycarbonate.

Typical applications include:

Road tunnels Waste water and sewage treatment works
Wind farms Power stations
Bridges Roof tops
Subways Most exterior applications
Railways

STANDARDS - Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray conforms to the Please contact our Sales Team for further information on the range
following standards: BSEN 61537:2007, IEC 61537
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Quik-Clik System product

TAKES
SECONDS TO
COUPLE

key features

Available both pre-fixed to the steel wire cable tray
and as individual Fast Fix Couplers
Rapid Quik-Clik installation, takes seconds to couple
Pre-fixed couplers can be removed and re-attached as
needed, for on site installation
Designed to work with MC55 and MC106 Steel Wire
Cable Tray
Strong and secure fitment, whilst maintaining and
exceeding EN61537 standards for electrical continuity

Standard length of Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray and divider is 3 metres Patent Pending

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product Quik-Clik System

Marco’s Quik-Clik Joining Coupler (MCM) 55/106mm Steel Wire Cable Tray

The latest addition to Marco's Steel Wire Cable Tray MCM55/106
accessories is the new Quik-Clik Joining Coupler. This
latest innovation allows two lengths of Steel Wire Cable Tray SIZE SIZE FINISH
to be coupled together faster than ever before. Taking (mm) (mm)
seconds to install, the new Joining Coupler is designed to MCM55 MCM106 Electro-Zinc Pre-
save even more time on site. It's quik-clik installation ensures a N/A EZ Galvanised
strong and secure fit without the use of mechanical parts, tools, 55 x 50
or the need for nuts and bolts. PG
The clip is manufactured from sprung steel and designed to work
with steel wire cable tray sizes MCM5550 - MCM55600 55 x 100 106 x 100
and MCM106100 - MCM106600.
Available pre-fixed as standard, allowing for faster on-site installation 55 x 150 106 x 150
and more efficient coupling.*
55 x 200 106 x 200
Marco's new Quik-Clik (MCFJC) is available as
an individual coupler as well as pre-attached 55 x 300 106 x 300
to the Steel Wire Cable Tray.
55 x 400 106 x 400
*Current coupler only fits stated sizes of Steel Wire Cable Tray
55 x 450 106 x 450

55 x 500 106 x 500

55 x 600 106 x 600

Full availability Code description: MCM55100EZ = MC (size) (finish)

Code description: MCM106100EZ = MC (size) (fi nish)

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30mm Steel Wire Cable Tray 55mm Steel Wire Cable Tray 106mm Steel Wire Cable Tray

MC30 MC55 MC106*

FINISH FINISH FINISH

SIZE Electro-Zinc Hot-dip Pre- Powder SIZE Electro-Zinc Hot-dip Pre- Powder SIZE Electro-Zinc Hot-dip Pre- Powder
(mm) EZ Galvanised Galvanised Coated (mm) EZ Galvanised Galvanised Coated (mm) EZ Galvanised Galvanised Coated
30 x 50
HDG PG PC HDG PG PC HDG PG PC

55 x 50 106 x 100

30 x 100 55 x 100 106 x 150

30 x 150 55 x 150 106 x 200

30 x 200 55 x 200 106 x 300

30 x 300 55 x 300 106 x 400

30 x 400 55 x 400 106 x 450

30 x 450 55 x 450 106 x 500

55 x 500

30 x 500 55 x 600 106 x 600

Full availability Min order quantities apply Full availability Min order quantities apply Full availability Min order quantities apply

Code description: MC30100EZ = MC (size) (finish) Code description: MC55100EZ = MC (size) (finish) Code description: MC30100EZ = MC (size) (finish)

*75mm depth Steel Wire Cable Tray supplied to order

Standard length of Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray and divider is 3 metres

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new steel wire cable tray system

product technical information

60mm Steel Wire Cable Tray Marco’s New G-Shape Steel Wire
Cable Tray (MCG60)
MCG60150 FINISH Wall Mounted
Electro-Zinc Introducing Marco's latest cable management innovation
SIZE the new G-shape steel wire cable tray. Available in Ceiling Mounted
(mm) EZ four widths, Marco's new G-shape steel wire cable tray MCCL25 for MCG6060
is designed for under desk cable management and
60 x 60 above suspended ceilings for service containments in small
voids. The unique shape of the tray allows for both
60 x 100 wall and ceiling mounting, and reduces the need for
60 x 150 suspension brackets by being directly fixed to a solid
60 x 200 surface using MCCL or MCCL25.
Full availability
Code description: MCG60100E = MCG (size) (finish) The tray can be easily installed and modified on
site by one person, fabricating bends using the same
accessories used for Marco's standard tray.

key features

Chamfered edges to protect cables during installation

Ideal for under desk cable management

Power & Data Cables can be easily installed and added
from the side

G-shape wire tray can be mounted to both Walls and
Ceilings

Compatible with a number of standard Marco
accessories, including the new MCFJC coupler

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accessories

Marco Cable Management has further enhanced its reputation, by the
continued growth in innovative products and supportive accessories.

Marco has also invested heavily in new state of the art equipment to
cement its position as the largest UK manufacturer of Steel Wire Cable
Tray solutions. Additionally, we have also invested in a 25,000 sq
ft dedicated distribution site for the Steel Wire Cable Tray range.

The Steel Wire Cable Tray accessories have been further expanded
to include a new range of fast fix designs. These enable a reduced
installation time on-site. These additions allow Marco to offer a full range
of accessories for every Steel Wire Cable Tray installation requirement.

The Marco Fast Fix Universal Strut Clip allows the tray to be fastened
to strut both quickly and easily, whilst maintaining a sturdy support.
Supplied in packs of 50, the Strut Clip is made secure with one turn of
a screwdriver and can be utilised in both new build and re-fit schemes,
where strut channel is specified. Made from sprung steel, the Strut Clip
has a chromium-free Geomet® finish.

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Marco’s Fast Fix Side Coupler key features
(MCSSC) & The New Large Fast Fix
Side Coupler (MCSSCL) Quick and easy to install, saving time on installation

Marco’s Steel Wire Cable Tray accessories include the new Fast Fix With one turn of a screw driver, Marco’s new Fast Fix Side Coupler is
Side Coupler, enabling two lengths of Steel Wire Cable Tray to locked into place
be coupled together and secured within seconds. Therefore
reducing installation time on-site whilst meeting and exceeding earth Innovative design allows for installation from inside the Steel Wire
continuity requirements to standard EN 61537. Cable Tray, making the coupler ideal for use within confined spaces

The innovative design allows the Marco Fast Fix Side Coupler to be Chromium-free Geomet® finish. Suitable for both internal and external
installed from inside the Steel Wire Cable Tray, allowing for ease of environments, as well as Data Centre applications
installation within confined areas.
Meets and exceeds EN 61537 standard for electrical continuity
Supplied in packs of 50, the new Fast Fix Side Coupler is
made secure with one turn of a screwdriver and can be utilised with MCSSC designed to fit Marco 55mm depth side walls (up to and
both 55mm and 106mm depth side walls. including 200mm wide trays) and 106mm depth side walls (100mm
to 200mm wide trays only). MCSSCL designed to fit 55mm and
106mm depth tray, and from 300mm up to 600mm wide tray.

Made from sprung steel, it has a chromium-free Geomet® finish, and
is suitable for both internal and external environments, as well as
Data Centre applications.

The new MCSSCL is available to accommodate larger tray sizes, MCSSC
whilst retaining the innovative functionality of the original. The new
coupler fits Marco's larger sizes of tray ranging from MC55300-600
& MC106300-600.

Highly Commended MCSSCL
Innovative Commercial Product of the Year
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MCL MCD MCSSC/MCSSCL

MCQC MCFUSC new

MCFJC/M/L

MCQLL MCQLS MCDOP

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MCDJB *MCCL25 to fit MCG6060 only. max safe working load (kg): 100

MCCL / MCCL25* MCSH

conduit hole diameters 20 & 25mm conduit hole diameters 22, 25 & 32mm max safe working load (kg): 100

MCFCP MCFCP3 MCAMP

MCMFP MCUSB MCCA
FINISHES: Pre-Galvanised-PG, Geomet®-GT and Electro-Zinc-EZ
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MCCB MCCS / MCCM MCM620NW

MCET16 MCSP MCSP90

max safe working load (kg): 100 will take M6/M8 threaded rod max safe working load (kg): 100 will take M10/M12 threaded rod max safe working load (kg): 30

MCSB68 MCSB1012 MCSB50

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max safe working load (kg): 30 max safe working load (kg): 30 max safe working load (kg): 20

MCSB100 MCSB150 MCB35

MCTS35 max safe working load (kg): 150

MCFFB

215mm

MCCSB RANGE MCWFB RANGE MCCFB RANGE MCCB RANGE MCWB RANGE

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CODE DESCRIPTION TRAY FINISH QTY CODE DESCRIPTION FINISH QTY
WIDTH (mm)

MCL100 Steel Wire Cable Tray lid - 2m long 100 PG 6 MCCL Clamp large - hole diameter 6.5mm EZ GT 50
50
MCL150 Steel Wire Cable Tray lid - 2m long 150 PG 4 MCCL25 Clamp large - hole diameter 8.2mm (to fit MCG6060 only) PG
MCDOP Drop out plate PG 50
MCL200 Steel Wire Cable Tray lid - 2m long 200 PG 4 10
MCDJB Divider joining bracket EZ 25
MCL300 Steel Wire Cable Tray lid - 2m long 300 PG 2 20
MCSH Suspension hanger - hole diameter 10.2mm (25 pairs) EZ GT 20
MCL400 Steel Wire Cable Tray lid - 2m long 400 PG 2 20
MCFCP Flexible conduit plate (not suitable for 75mm deep range) EZ GT 50
50
MCL450 Steel Wire Cable Tray lid - 2m long 450 PG 2 MCFCP3 Flexible conduit plate 32mm PG 50 MCTAG
50 MCROP
MCL500 Steel Wire Cable Tray lid - 2m long 500 PG 2 MCAMP Wall bracket/ACC mounting plate PG 50
50
MCL600 Steel Wire Cable Tray lid - 2m long 600 PG 2 MCMFP Multi fix plate PG 50
10
CODE DESCRIPTION (mSmIZxEm) FINISH QTY MCUSB Universal support bracket PG 50
20
MCCA Nut, bolt and clamp assembly EZ GT 20
20
MCD30 Steel Wire Cable Tray divider 30 x 3 PG 20 MCCB Nut, bolt and clamp assembly EZ GT 50
50
MCD55 Steel Wire Cable Tray divider 55 x 3 PG 16 MCCS Clamp small EZ GT 50
50
MCD106 Steel Wire Cable Tray divider 106 x 3 PG 12 MCCM Clamp medium EZ GT 50
50
CODE DESCRIPTION (mSmIZxEm) FINISH QTY MCM620NW M6 x 20 screw, nut and washer EZ GT 50

MCET16 Earth terminal COPPER

MCSSC Fast fix side coupler (to fit MC5550 - MC55200) NA GT 50 MCSP Splice plate PG GT
NA EZ 50
MCSSCL Large Fast fix side coupler (to fit MC55300-600 MCSP90 Splice plate with 90 degree bend PG GT
& MC106300-600) NA GT 50
MCSB68 Suspension bracket for 6 and 8mm threaded rod EZ / PG
MCFUSC Fast fix universal strut clip NA EZ GT 50
NA EZ 25 MCSB1012 Suspension bracket for 10 and 12mm threaded rod EZ / PG
MCQC Quick coupler (each bag supplied with tool. Also NA EZ 25
NA EZ 50 MCSB50 Suspension bracket for MC3050 and MC5550 PG
MCQLS available separately upon request) NA EZ 50
MCQLL NA EZ 50 MCSB100 Suspension bracket for MC30100 and MC55100 PG
MCFJC Quick lock small
MCSB150 Suspension bracket for MC30150 and MC55150 PG
(for trays from 100mm to 200mm)
MCB35 Bracket for MC3050 and MC5550 PG
Quick lock large

(for trays from 300mm to 600mm)

Fast Joining Coupler MC5550-200)

MCFJCM Fast Joining Coupler MC55300 & 106100-200 MCTS35 Tray support bracket for MC3050 and MC5550 PG

MCFJCL Fast Joining Coupler MC55400-600 & 106300-600 MCFFB Fast fix floor bracket PG

MCTAG Available in various colours uPVC

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CODE DESCRIPTION LUGS FINISH QTY CODE DESCRIPTION TRAY *LOAD FINISH QTY
WIDTH (Kg)
MCCSB100 Fast fix channel support bracket for 100mm wide tray, 200mm long 2 PG 10 MCWFB100 Fast fix wall bracket 100 175 PG 12
MCWFB150 Fast fix wall bracket PG 12
MCWFB200 Fast fix wall bracket 150 200 PG 12
MCWFB300 Fast fix wall bracket PG 12
MCCSB150 Fast fix channel support bracket for 150mm wide tray, 250mm long 2 PG 10 MCWFB400 Fast fix wall bracket 200 140 PG 12
MCWFB450 Fast fix wall bracket PG 12
MCCSB200 Fast fix channel support bracket for 200mm wide tray, 300mm long 2 PG 10 MCCFB100 Fast fix ceiling bracket 300 100 PG 12
MCCFB150 Fast fix ceiling bracket PG 12
MCCFB200 Fast fix ceiling bracket 400 95 PG 12
MCCFB300 Fast fix ceiling bracket PG 12
MCCSB300 Fast fix channel support bracket for 300mm wide tray, 400mm long 4 PG 10 MCCFB400 Fast fix ceiling bracket 450 70 PG 12
MCCFB450 Fast fix ceiling bracket PG 12
MCCSB400 Fast fix channel support bracket for 400mm wide tray, 500mm long 6 PG 10 MCCB100 Cantilever bracket 100 135 PG 20
MCCB150 Cantilever bracket PG 20
MCCB200 Cantilever bracket 150 125 PG 20
MCCB300 Cantilever bracket PG 20
MCCSB450 Fast fix channel support bracket for 450mm wide tray, 550mm long 8 PG 10 MCCB400 Cantilever bracket 200 90 PG 20

CODE DESCRIPTION 300 75 FINISH QTY

MCCSB500 Fast fix channel support bracket for 500mm wide tray, 600mm long 8 PG 10 MCWB50 Wall/floor bracket 400 50 PG 20

MCCSB600 Fast fix channel support bracket for 600mm wide tray, 700mm long 10 PG 10 MCWB100 450 44 PG 20
MCWB150 PG 20
MCWB200 100 200 PG 20
MCWB300 PG 10
MCCSB1000 Fast fix channel support bracket for 1000mm wide tray, 1100mm long 10 PG 10 MCWB400 150 180 PG 10
MCWB450 PG 10
MCWB500 200 200 PG 10
MCWB600 PG 10
300 300

TRAY 400 400
WIDTH
ADDITIONAL
50 COMPONENTS
MCTS35 / MCCB or
Wall/floor bracket 100 MCB35 / MCM620NW
Wall/floor bracket 150
Wall/floor bracket 200 MCCL / MCM620NW
Wall/floor bracket 300
Wall/floor bracket 400 MCCL / MCM620NW
Wall/floor bracket 450
Wall/floor bracket 500 MCCL / MCM620NW
Wall/floor bracket 600
MCCL / MCM620NW

MCCL x 2 / MCM620NW x 2

MCCL x 2 / MCM620NW x 2

MCCL x 2 / MCM620NW x 2

MCCL x 2 / MCM620NW x 2

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1234 2
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MCFUSC MCWFB MCQFR MCWB 8

Fast fix universal Fast fix wall bracket Quick fix riser and Wall bracket 10
strut clip floor support
8 1 11
567 5 12
14
MCCA MCFCP3 MCSH MCFCP

Nut, bolt & clamp Flexible conduit plate Suspension hanger Flexible conduit plate
assembly 22, 25 & 32mm glands 20 & 25mm glands

9 10 11 12

MCCB200 MCAMP MCDOP MCSP

Cantilever bracket. Wall Bracket/ACC Drop out plate Splice plate
Mounting Plate
Other widths available

13 14 13
9
MCCL MCSB100

2 MCCL large clamps Suspension bracket for
with MCM620NW hex MC30100 & MC55100.
screw & flanged nut
MCSB50 & MCSB150 also available

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26

15 16

MCQC MCFFB MCWB MCCSB

Quick coupler Fast fix floor bracket Floor bracket Fast fix support channel

17 19 20 21 22

18 MCQLL MCCFB MCSB68 & 1012 MCB35
20
Quick lock large. Fast fix ceiling Suspension bracket, Bracket for MC3050
19 bracket self locking & MC5550
For trays from 300-600mm
24
25 21 23 24 25 26
22
23 MCTS35 MCQLS MCSB50 MCSSC
MCSSCL
Tray support bracket for Quick lock small. Suspension bracket for
MC3050 & MC5550 MC3050 & MC5550 Fast fix side couplers
For trays from 100-200mm

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MCFJC

Marco Quik-Clik
side coupler

Bends, T-Junctions and Crossovers

Easily fabricated on-site using MCCA clamps and MCSP splice plates

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fabrication guide

Available in Electro-Zinc, Pre-Galvanised, Powder-Coated, Hot-
Dip Galvanised. Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray is offered in three depths –
30mm, 55mm and 106mm*. A wide range of fittings is available to join
and support the Steel Wire Cable Tray.
The following section is intended to be used as a guide to fabricating Steel
Wire Cable Tray fittings on-site.

REDUCERS TYPICAL FABRICATED REDUCER COMPONENTS WIRE CUTTING DIRECTIONS

MCCA x2

MCCA x2

MCSP x1 CORRECT INCORRECT

Example of MC55300 - MC55200 MC55300 and MC55100 All bends can be easily fabricated on-site
MCCA x 3 or MCCB x 2 plus MCSP x 50mm

Please refer to BEAMA Best Practice Guide *75mm depth Steel Wire Cable Tray supplied to order.
for additional installation instructions

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fabrication guide - large radius bend

NEW LARGE RADIUS BEND - QUICK FIT ASSEMBLY

TRAY WIDTH 100mm 150mm 200mm 300mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 600mm
4 6 8 9 10 12
REMOVE 2 3 4
SEGMENTS 6 8 9 10 12

MCQLS 23

MCQLL

TRAY WIDTH FASTENING TYPE MCCB MCCA REMOVED
(mm) SEGMENTS

NEW LARGE RADIUS BEND 50 MCCB x 4 x4 1 2

MC55200 100 MCCB x 2 x3 3
MCSP x 50mm x 1 x4 4
Alternate sections to be removed. Example of MC55200, MCCA x 2, x2 x2 4
MCCB x 2, MCSP x 50mm x 1 [to be cut to size on-site] 150 MCCB x 2 x2 x4 6
MCSP x 50mm x 1 x2 x6 8
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MCCA x 2 x9 9
200 MCCB x 2

MCSP x 50mm x 1

MCCA x 4
300 MCCB x 2

MCSP x 50mm x 1

400 MCCA x 6
450 MCCB x 2
MCSP x 50mm x 1

500 MCCA x 9

600 MCCA x 11 x11 11

STANDARDS - Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray conforms to the
following standards: BSEN 61537:2007, IEC 61537

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TRAY WIDTH FASTENING TYPE MCNW620 MCCA REMOVED REMOVED
(mm) MCCL x2 SEGMENTS A SEGMENTS B

50 MCCA x1 1 -

100 MCCA x1 1 1

150 MCCL x 2 x1 1 2
MCM620NW x 1

200 MCCL x 2 x1 1 2
MCM620NW x 1

MC55100 300 MCCL x 2 x1 2 2
MCM620NW x 1
REMOVE
SEGMENTS 'B' 400 MCCL x 2 x1 2 4
MCM620NW x 1

450 MCCL x 2 x1 2 4
MCM620NW x 1

REMOVE REMOVE REMOVE
SEGMENTS 'A'
SEGMENTS 'B' REMOVE RSEEGMMOENVTES 'B'
500 MCCA x 9 x1 2 5
SEGMENTS 'B' SEGMENTS 'A'

600 MCCA x 11 x1 26
All bends can be easily fabricated on-site

Example of MC55200, MCCL x 2, MCM620NW x 1

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TRAY WIDTH FASTENING MCCA REMOVED
(mm) TYPE SEGMENT
100 MCCA x2 1

150 MCCA x2 1

200 MCCA x2 1

300 MCCA x2 2

MC55100 400 MCCA x2 2

450 MCCA x2 2

500 MCCA x2 2

REMOVE 600 MCCA x2 2
SEGMENTS All bends can be easily fabricated on-site

REMOVE
SEGMENTS

WIRE CUTTING DIRECTIONS

Example of MC55200, MCCA x 2 REMOVE STANDARDS - Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray conforms to the
SEGMENTS following standards: BSEN 61537:2007, IEC 61537
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SEGMENTS

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TRAY WIDTH FASTENING MCCB MCCA REMOVED REMOVED
(mm) TYPE SEGMENTS SEGMENTS
A1 A2 B1 B2
100 MCCA
MCCA x3 1 1

150 MCCB x 2 x2 x1 3 2 1 1
MCSP x 50mm
x3 3 2 1 1
200 MCCA

300 MCCA x4 4 2 1 1

MC55100

REMOVE REMOVE REMOVE 400 MCCA x4 5 2 1 1
SEGMENTS 'A1' SEGMENTS 'A2' SEGMENTS 'A1'

REMOVE REMOVE 450 MCCA x2 x4 5 2 1 1
SEGMENT 'B1' SEGMENT 'B2' x2 x2 6 2 1 1
MCCA x2 6 2 1 1
500 MCCB x 2
WIRE CUTTING DIRECTIONS
MCSP x 50mm
MCCA
600 MCCB x 2
MCSP x 50mm
All bends can be easily fabricated on-site

REMOVE REMOVE REMOVE
SEGMENTS 'A1' SEGMENTS 'A2' SEGMENTS 'A1'

Example of MC55200, MCCA x 3 or MCCB x 2 plus, MCSP x 50mm STANDARDS - Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray conforms to the
following standards: BSEN 61537:2007, IEC 61537

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SEGMENT 'B1'
REMOVE
SEGMENT 'B2'

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TRAY WIDTH FASTENING MCCB MCSP90 REMOVED
(mm) TYPE SEGMENTS

100 MCCB x4 x2 1
MCSP90 x4
x4
150 MCCB x4 x2 1
MCSP90 x4
x4
200 MCCB x4 x2 2
MCSP90 x4

300 MCCB x2 2
MCSP90

MC55200 fixing a MC55100 400 MCCB x2 3
MCSP90
WIRE CUTTING DIRECTIONS
450 MCCB x2 4
MCSP90

500 MCCB x2 5
MCSP90

600 MCCB x2 6
MCSP90

All bends can be easily fabricated on-site

Example of MC55200 fixing a MC55100: MCCB x 4 MCSP90 x 2 STANDARDS - Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray conforms to the
following standards: BSEN 61537:2007, IEC 61537
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WALL SUPPORT BRACKET RECOMMENDATIONS SUSPENSION BRACKET RECOMMENDATIONS

REF NO DIMENSIONS FAST FIX WALL CANTILEVER WALL/FLOOR MCAMP MCB35 REF NO DIMENSIONS SUPPORT CHANNEL MCSB68 MCSH MCSB50 MCSB100 MCSB150
MC3050 (mm) BRACKET BRACKET BRACKET - MC3050 (mm) STANDARD/FAST FIX MCSB1012

30 x 50 - MCCB100* MCWB50 30 x 50 - - --

MC30100 30 x 100 MCWFB100 MCCB100 MCWB100 / MCCSB100 - - MC30100 30 x 100 MCCSB100 --

MC30150 30 x 150 MCWFB150 MCCB150 MCWB150 / MCCSB150 - - MC30150 30 x 150 MCCSB150 --

MC30200 30 x 200 MCWFB200 MCCB200 MCWB200 / MCCSB200 - - MC30200 30 x 200 MCCSB200 ---

MC30300 30 x 300 MCWFB300 MCCB300 MCWB300 / MCCSB300 - - MC30300 30 x 300 MCCSB300 - -- - -

MC30400 30 x 400 MCWFB400 MCCB400 MCWB400 / MCCSB400 - - MC30400 30 x 400 MCCSB400 - -- - -

MC30450 30 x 450 MCWFB450 - MCWB450 / MCCSB450 - - MC30450 30 x 450 MCCSB450 - -- - -

MC30500 30 x 500 - - MCWB500 / MCCSB500 - - MC30500 30 x 500 MCCSB500 - -- - -

MC5550 55 x 50 - MCCB100* MCWB50 MC5550 55 x 50 - - --

MC55100 55 x 100 MCWFB100 MCCB100 MCWB100 / MCCSB100 - - MC55100 55 x 100 MCCSB100 --

MC55150 55 x 150 MCWFB150 MCCB150 MCWB150 / MCCSB150 - - MC55150 55 x 150 MCCSB150 --

MC55200 55 x 200 MCWFB200 MCCB200 MCWB200 / MCCSB200 - - MC55200 55 x 200 MCCSB200 ---

MC55300 55 x 300 MCWFB300 MCCB300 MCWB300 / MCCSB300 - - MC55300 55 x 300 MCCSB300 - -- - -

MC55400 55 x 400 MCWFB400 MCCB400 MCWB400 / MCCSB400 - - MC55400 55 x 400 MCCSB400 - -- - -

MC55450 55 x 450 MCWFB450 - MCWB450 / MCCSB450 - - MC55450 55 x 450 MCCSB450 - -- - -

MC55500 55 x 500 - - MCWB500 / MCCSB500 - - MC55500 55 x 500 MCCSB500 - -- - -

MC55600 55 x 600 - - MCWB600 / MCCSB600 - - MC55600 55 x 600 MCCSB600 - -- - -

MC106100 106 x 100 MCWFB100 MCCB100 MCWB100 / MCCSB100 - - MC106100 106 x 100 MCCSB100 ---

MC106150 106 x 150 MCWFB150 MCCB150 MCWB150 / MCCSB150 - - MC106150 106 x 150 MCCSB150 ---

MC106200 106 x 200 MCWFB200 MCCB200 MCWB200 / MCCSB200 - - MC106200 106 x 200 MCCSB200 - -- - -

MC106300 106 x 300 MCWFB300 MCCB300 MCWB300 / MCCSB300 - - MC106300 106 x 300 MCCSB300 - -- - -

MC106400 106 x 400 MCWFB400 MCCB400 MCWB400 / MCCSB400 - - MC106400 106 x 400 MCCSB400 - -- - -

MC106450 106 x 450 MCWFB450 - MCWB450 / MCCSB450 - - MC106450 106 x 450 MCCSB450 - -- - -

MC106500 106 x 500 - - MCWB500 / MCCSB500 - - MC106500 106 x 500 MCCSB500 - -- - -

MC106600 106 x 600 - - MCWB600 / MCCSB600 - - MC106600 106 x 600 MCCSB600 - -- - -

Suspension brackets can be used effectively only up to a certain weight. For larger Steel Wire Cable Tray, support channels are recommended. * Due to a central wire running down the length of the tray a
MCB35 is needed. **Due to a central wire running down the length of the tray, central suspension brackets would need to be staggered.

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COUPLER RECOMMENDATIONS RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE NOT RECOMMENDED

REF NO MCQC QUICK MCCA MCSSC MCSSCL MCFJC MCFJCM MCFJCL ELECTRO-ZINC PRE-GALVANISED POWDER-COATED HOT-DIPPED
MC3050 COUPLER COUPLER COUPLER COUPLER COUPLER COUPLER COUPLER GALVANISED

SIDE BASE SIDE BASE SIDE SIDE SIDE SIDE SIDE

MC30100 STANDARDS BSEN 12329:2000 BSEN 10244-2 BSEN13438 BSEN ISO1461:2009

MC30150 INTERIOR INSTALLATION
NON-CORROSIVE
MC30200

MC30300 INTERIOR INSTALLATION
CORROSIVE
MC30400

MC30450

MC30500 EXTERIOR INSTALLATION
MODERATELY CORROSIVE
MC5550

MC55100

MC55150 EXTERIOR INSTALLATION
SEVERELY CORROSIVE
MC55200

MC55300

MC55400 FOOD INDUSTRIES

MC55450

MC55500 DATA CENTRES

MC55600

MC106100

MC106150

MC106200 Marco Hot-Dipped Galvanised Steel Wire Cable Tray is manufactured primarily to
provide an effective protection against corrosion protection, and does not
MC106300 possess the same aesthetic surface as other finishes. Differences in colour and
surface finish can occur as a direct result of the galvanising process, which has no
MC106400 detrimental affect to the quality of the anti-corrosion protection.

MC106450 For instances where aesthetics (colour or smoothness of the surface) play an
important role in the installation, Marco recommends a Powder-Coated finish.
MC106500

MC106600

This table is intended to be used as a guide only. STANDARDS - Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray conforms to the
For large volumes of cable, more support may be necessary. following standards: BSEN 61537, IEC 61537

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TABLE SHOWING APPROXIMATE CABLE CAPACITIES OF ALL STEEL WIRE CABLE TRAYS USING A 50% FILL RATIO

MC30 APPROX CABLE CAPACITY UNDER NEC 50% RULE

CABLE TRAY TOTAL FILL AREA NEC 50% RULE: CAT 5e 4-pr UTP CAT 6 4-pr UTP CAT 6a 4-pr UTP
(mm2) ALLOWABLE FILL (4.9mm diam) (6.5mm diam) (8.9mm diam)
MC3050
MC30100 1400 AREA (mm2) 37 21 11
MC30150 2800 700 74 42 23
MC30200 4200 1400 111 63 34
MC30300 5600 2100
8400 2800 148 84 45
MC55 4200 223 127 68

APPROX CABLE CAPACITY UNDER NEC 50% RULE

CABLE TRAY TOTAL FILL AREA NEC 50% RULE: CAT 5e 4-pr UTP CAT 6 4-pr UTP CAT 6a 4-pr UTP
(mm2) ALLOWABLE FILL (4.9mm diam) (6.5mm diam) (8.9mm diam)
MC5550
MC555100 2600 AREA (mm2) 69 39 21
MC555150 5200 1300
MC555200 7800 2600 138 78 42
MC555300 10400 3900
MC555400 15600 5200 207 118 63
MC555450 20800 7800
MC555500 23400 10400 276 157 84
MC555600 26000 11700
31200 13000 414 235 125
MC106
15599.95 552 313 167

620 353 188

689 392 209

827 470 251

APPROX CABLE CAPACITY UNDER NEC 50% RULE

CABLE TRAY TOTAL FILL AREA NEC 50% RULE: CAT 5e 4-pr UTP CAT 6 4-pr UTP CAT 6a 4-pr UTP
(mm2) ALLOWABLE FILL (4.9mm diam) (6.5mm diam) (8.9mm diam)
MC106100
MC106150 10303 AREA (mm2) 273 155 83
MC106200 15452 5152 410 233 124
MC106300 20600 7726 546 310 166
MC106400 30903 10300 819 466 248
MC106450 41200 15452 1092 621 331
MC106500 46348 20600 1229 698 373
MC106600 51503 23174 1366 776 414
617800 25752 1639 931 497
30900

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testing

installation test area

Marco has created an Installation Test Area at their factory premises,
where all Marco uPVC Trunking and fittings can be installed and tested in
a realistic setting.

Marco has a spectrophotometer to carry out in-house colour testing, external
fire testing (Warrington Fire Testing), in-house quality/testing procedures and
supplier test measurements for the uPVC compound Marco purchases.

thermal expansion (uPVC)

It is recommended not to run the installation at high temperatures for long
periods of time. The table below shows the various temperatures for the
different uPVC Trunking stages:

TEMPERATURE RANGE °C MIN MAX

STORAGE -5 +50
INSTALLATION -5 +50
OPERATING -5 +60

water absorption (uPVC)

Negligible

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testing

Marco Cable Management has further demonstrated its commitment to
producing the highest quality products on the market by investing in a
high-tech suite of specialist test equipment.

To date, Marco is the only UK manufacturer of Steel Wire Cable Tray to
own such high specification in-house testing equipment, which will ensure
all products are fully compliant with IEC61537 and related standards.
Marco is now able to regularly carry out full deflection tests on all products,
and is testing alternative configurations with a view to developing the next
generation of trays for the UK and European markets.

safe working load

Marco Steel Wire Cable Trays are tested across two spans and a cantilever.
The deflection is measured on the central span using three sensors placed
on the sides and at the centre to the tray.

The test method conforms to the BSEN 61537 standard.

Note: The maximum deflection of 1/100 is always reached for a lesser
load than that of the safety load. (The breaking point divided by a safety
co-efficient of 1.7). CEI/61537

COUPLING S/5

SENSOR POSITION S
0.4S S
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permissible load Load in Kg/M 140 MC30 RANGE 1/100th of the span MC30 SIZE (mm)
120 30 x 50
Permissible loads are tested for a maximum deflection of 1/100th of the 100 1.5m MC3050 - 100 CODE NO 30 x 100
span, with a coupling positioned at 1/5th of the span from the support. 80 span in metres MC30150 - 200 MC3050 30 x 150
The coefficient applied to the load for coupling in the middle of the 60 MC30300 MC30100 30 x 200
span = 0.7. 40 MC55 RANGE MC30400 -500 MC30150 30 x 300
20 MC30200 30 x 400
Permissible load for maximum sag = L/100 on the intermediate span, 1.5m 2.0m MC30300 30 x 450
coupling at 1/5th of the span. 0 1.0m span in metres MC30400 30 x 500
MC30450
MC106 RANGE MC30500 SIZE (mm)
55 x 50
Load in Kg/M 180 1.5m 1/100th of the span MC55 55 x 100
160 span in metres MC5550 - 100 55 x 150
140 MC55150 CODE NO 55 x 200
120 MC55200 MC5550 55 x 300
100 MC55300 MC55100 55 x 400
80 MC55400-450 MC55150 55 x 450
MC55500-600 MC55200 55 x 500
60 MC55300 55 x 600
40 2.0m MC55400
20 MC55450 SIZE (mm)
0 1/100th of the span MC55500 106 x 100
MC55600 106 x 150
1.0m MC106100-150 106 x 200
MC106200 MC106 106 x 300
Load in Kg/M 180 MC106300-600 106 x 400
160 CODE NO 106 x 450
140 2.0m MC106100 106 x 500
120 MC106150 106 x 600
100 MC106200
80 MC106300
MC106400
60 MC106450
40 MC106500
20 MC106600
0

1.0m

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recommended support spacing

There is an optimum configuration to obtain 2 metre spans without the
couplings being positioned at the supports or in the middle of the spans.

To obtain this result, the first span is deliberately limited to 1.5 metres,
then the supports are placed approximately every 2 metres. The coupling
points are therefore always 0.5 metres from a support.

3 metre tray 3 metre tray 3 metre tray supports

COUPLER COUPLER COUPLER The brackets are characterised by their permissible loads (in Kg).

The hangers are characterised by their permissible torques (in Kg.m).
All Marco supports are tested and conform with the standard BSEN61537.

The safe working load (SWL) as defined by the standard is the lowest
value of either:

The load creating a deflection of L/20 at the end
The breaking load divided by 1.7, if the deflection at L/20 is not reached

S/5 S/5 S/5 electro magnetic compatibility
2 metre 2 metre
1.5 metre 2 metre 2 metre Marco engage the services of York EMC, part of The University of York,
L to investigate the shielding effectiveness of Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray.

Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray is found to outperform the 200mm pacing
configuration required by BS EN50174-2 proven by the independently
commissioned EMC tests.

This indicates that Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray can offer a more efficient
and compact installation (rather than relying on spacing).

MAX L20mm

SOURCE COUPLING VICTIM
POWER CABLES DATA CABLES

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electrical continuity short circuit testing

Marco engage the services of York EMC, part of The University Marco has carried out short circuit tests at an independent laboratory
of York, to measure the resistance of Steel Wire Cable Tray and in Europe in order to prove that their Steel Wire Cable Tray is
an MCQC. designed and manufactured with sufficient strength to withstand a
short circuit fault.
The resistance tests are in comparison with requirements
EN537:2007 clause 11.1, electrical continuity [1]. Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray is tested in accordance with the
standard that governs the manufacture of cable cleats, IEC
An electric current is passed though the system in order to measure 61914:2009 (Cable Cleats for Electrical Installations) in order to
the resistance of the coupler. The lower the resistance, the better prove that the system can be used for installations where there is a
the electrical continuity. fault requirement.

The maximum Steel Wire Cable Tray impedance per metre is set at During the test, two lengths of MC106450 (106mm high x 450mm
5mΩ, while the value recorded using Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray is wide) Steel Wire Cable Tray are supported and attached at intervals
1.3mΩ, over 3 times more effective than the requirement specified. of 1.5 metres to three pieces of strut supports. The Steel Wire Cable
Trays were coupled together at 1/5th of the span (300mm from the
Under the requirements of the standard, couplers must have a support) using four MCQC (Marco Quick Couplers), on the walls and
maximum resistance of 50mΩ. On average, Marco couplers are found base of the tray. The cables used to carry the current for the short
to have a resistance of 0.44mΩ, over 100 times more effective than circuit are placed in a trefoil installation using Ellis Patent’s ‘stainless
the specified requirement. steel’ Vulcan+ cleats positioned at intervals of 500mm along the
length of the tray.
The Steel Wire Cable Tray and Coupler exceed the requirements
of the EN 61537:2007 standard for the electrical continuity Testing in accordance with the standard IEC 61914:2009 clause
clause 11.1. 6.4.3, a current of 106KA is applied to the cable. An inspection of
the test object then confirms that there had been no damage to
either the couplers or the tray with both appearing to have remained
in their original state as prior to the tests taking place. In line with
clause 6.4.4 another current of 106KA is again passed through the
same test object, with an inspection once more confirming that there
had been no damage to the system.

The tests confirm that Marco Steel Wire Cable Tray is produced with
enough strength and quality to withstand short circuits, enabling the
system to be specified on a wide range of electrical installations.

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quick fit strut clip (mcfusc)

The Marco Quick Fit Strut Clip (MCFUSC) is ideal for a wide range of
installations, including modular builds, as it is able to be fitted prior to transit
without the need of additional securing clips.

In order to prove that the MCFUSC can be used in even the most complex
of installations, Marco undertake bespoke testing to the conditions of
British Standard BSEN61537.

The testing takes place at Marco’s in-house facilities, using a Compression
and Tensile Testing Load Cell.

To determine a Safe Working Load for the MCFUSC, a test is devised by
fitting a length of MC55200EZ (55 x 200mm) Steel Wire Cable Tray to a
piece of strut, attached using two MCFUSC clips.

The machine is then set to pull away from the centre position up to a
maximum force of 80kg, until either the Steel Wire Cable Tray deflected
5mm in height, or the MCFUSC failed.

The Steel Wire Cable Tray reaches the desired deflection of 5mm with the
MCFUSC holding securely in place.

Marco can therefore prove that the MCFUSC has a Safe Working Load
of 80Kg.

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notes

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