About Company

Boeing Distribution is a global provider of aerospace parts, and supply chain solutions serving commercial aviation, defense, and industrial customers worldwide. Supporting complex maintenance and manufacturing operations requires infrastructure that emphasizes safety, reliability, and efficient access to critical equipment and storage areas.

Because aerospace facilities often include specialized process equipment and large storage systems, safe access for inspection, maintenance, and routine operations is an important part of day-to-day workflow. Properly engineered access platforms help personnel perform these tasks efficiently while meeting the demanding safety and durability requirements of industrial environments.

Boeing Distribution

Project Overview

Maintaining critical equipment requires safe, reliable access solutions—especially in facilities where fuel systems demand regular inspections and preventive maintenance. Atlantic Rack partnered with a Boeing distribution center to engineer, manufacture, and install a custom galvanized structural catwalk system that would provide technicians with safe overhead access to three large fuel storage tanks.

The challenge was to create a durable elevated walkway that allowed maintenance personnel to safely inspect and service the tanks without disrupting operations or requiring temporary access equipment.

Because the structure would be exposed to outdoor conditions, durability was also a key consideration. The access system needed to withstand long-term environmental exposure while providing a stable working platform for employees.

The Challenge

The distribution center needed a permanent elevated access solution that would:

  • Provide safe access above three fuel tanks.
  • Allow technicians to perform routine inspections and maintenance efficiently.
  • Meet structural and safety requirements for an industrial environment.
  • Resist corrosion and provide long-term durability.
  • Integrate seamlessly within the existing facility layout.

Traditional ladders or portable lifts would have slowed maintenance activities and increased safety risks. A custom-engineered catwalk was the ideal solution.

Fuel Tanks

Our Solution

Atlantic Rack designed and installed a fully customized structural catwalk system engineered specifically for the facility’s layout and operational requirements. The project included:

  • Custom structural steel support system
  • Hot-dip galvanized steel construction for superior corrosion resistance
  • Elevated maintenance walkway spanning all three fuel tanks
  • Heavy-duty grating platform for secure footing
  • Integrated guardrails and safety features
  • Custom access points for maintenance personnel
  • Professional installation with minimal disruption to facility operations

The galvanized finish provides exceptional protection against corrosion, making the structure ideal for demanding industrial environments while minimizing long-term maintenance requirements.

Results and Project Benefits

The completed catwalk system provides Boeing technicians with a safe and efficient elevated work platform that significantly improves access to the fuel tanks.

Project Benefits

  • Safe overhead access for inspections and maintenance
  • Improved technician productivity
  • Permanent access solution eliminating temporary equipment
  • Enhanced workplace safety
  • Durable galvanized construction for long service life
  • Reduced maintenance costs due to corrosion-resistant finish
  • Custom design tailored to the facility’s operational needs
Galvanized Structural Catwalk Platform
Platform Installation

Why Atlantic Rack?

Every industrial facility presents unique challenges. Atlantic Rack specializes in designing custom structural platforms, catwalks, maintenance access systems, and material handling solutions engineered around each customer’s specific application.

From initial engineering through fabrication and professional installation, our team delivers turnkey solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and operational performance.

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Galvanized Structural Platform Catwalk
Galvanized Structural Platform Catwalk
Galvanized Structural Platform Catwalk
Galvanized Structural Platform Catwalk
Galvanized Structural Platform Catwalk
Galvanized Structural Platform Catwalk