Cable Trays Manufacturer
Sohum Industrial Sales Corporation is a Manufacturer of Cable Trays for industrial plants, commercial buildings, infrastructure projects, power installations, factories, warehouses and electrical distribution systems. The company supplies different cable-support solutions across West Bengal, Kolkata, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Bhutan. Cable Trays provide a planned route for electrical and communication cables while keeping cable runs organised, accessible and properly supported. The appropriate tray design depends on cable quantity, cable weight, installation environment, ventilation requirements and project specifications.
Cable Trays: The Structured Route for Modern Cable Installation
A Cable Tray is a mechanical support system used to carry and organise cables along horizontal or vertical routes. Instead of allowing multiple cables to remain loosely suspended or bundled together, a tray provides a defined pathway from one equipment location to another.
Cable trays are commonly installed in:
- Factories
- Power plants
- Commercial buildings
- Data and communication facilities
- Warehouses
- Manufacturing units
- Process industries
- Substations
- Solar power projects
- Infrastructure facilities
- HVAC installations
The tray itself does not replace electrical insulation or cable protection. Its primary role is to support, route and organise cables.
Types of Cable Trays Supplied by Sohum Industrial Sales Corporation
Different installations call for different tray constructions. The following options can be selected according to the project’s requirements.
Ladder Type Cable Trays
Ladder Cable Trays consist of two longitudinal side rails connected by regularly spaced cross members.
The open structure provides excellent ventilation and makes the tray particularly useful for heavier power cables. It also allows cables to be secured at convenient intervals.
Common applications:
- Power cables
- Industrial plants
- Transformer connections
- Large electrical installations
- Long cable runs
Wire Mesh Cable Trays
Wire Mesh Cable Trays are manufactured from welded wire sections forming a lightweight open basket-like structure.
Their open construction provides good airflow around cables and offers convenient access for cable routing and additions.
Suitable for:
- Control cables
- Data cables
- Instrumentation cables
- Communication wiring
- Electrical installations requiring frequent cable changes
C Channel Cable Trays
C Channel Cable Trays use a channel-shaped structural profile to provide cable support. Their relatively simple construction can be suitable for smaller cable routes and selected electrical installations.
They can also be used with appropriate accessories for creating organised cable-support pathways.
Hot Dip Galvanized Cable Trays
Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) Cable Trays receive a zinc coating through the hot-dip galvanizing process.
The coating provides additional protection against corrosion and makes these trays suitable for demanding industrial and outdoor environments.
Common applications include:
- Outdoor cable routes
- Industrial plants
- Chemical-related environments
- Infrastructure projects
- Power installations
- Areas exposed to moisture
The required galvanizing specification should be selected according to the environment and project requirements.
5. SS Cable Trays
Stainless Steel Cable Trays are selected where corrosion resistance, cleanliness and long-term durability are important considerations.
They can be useful in environments where conventional carbon-steel trays may require a higher level of corrosion resistance.
Typical applications include:
- Food-processing facilities
- Pharmaceutical plants
- Chemical industries
- Coastal or corrosive environments
- Hygienic production areas
The stainless-steel grade should be selected according to the environmental conditions.
Aluminum Cable Trays
Aluminum Cable Trays offer a lightweight cable-support solution with good corrosion resistance.
Their lower weight can be advantageous where installation handling and structural loading are important considerations.
They can be considered for:
- Industrial installations
- Commercial buildings
- Rooftop cable routing
- Outdoor applications
- Projects where lightweight construction is preferred
PVC Cable Trays
PVC Cable Trays are manufactured from suitable polymeric material and offer a non-metallic cable-support option.
They can be considered for installations where resistance to moisture, corrosion and certain chemicals is required.
Typical applications include:
- Control wiring
- Small electrical installations
- Communication cables
- Corrosive environments
- Indoor cable management
The temperature and chemical compatibility of the PVC material should be checked for the intended application.
Powder Coated Cable Trays
Powder Coated Cable Trays are generally fabricated from metal and finished with a powder-coating system.
The coating provides a protective and finished surface while allowing the tray to be supplied in different colours when required for project identification.
These trays can be suitable for:
- Indoor electrical installations
- Commercial buildings
- Factories
- Machinery areas
- Building services
Heavy Duty Cable Trays
Heavy Duty Cable Trays are designed for applications involving substantial cable loads or demanding support conditions.
Their construction, side-rail profile, material thickness and support spacing can be selected according to the required load capacity.
They are commonly considered for:
- Large power cables
- Industrial plants
- Power-generation facilities
- Transformer areas
- Heavy electrical installations
The allowable load should always be determined from the manufacturer’s tested/design data rather than from the tray name alone.
Cable Tray Covers
Cable Tray Covers are used to cover an installed tray where additional protection from external conditions or accidental contact is required.
Depending on the application, covers can help reduce exposure to:
- Dust
- Falling particles
- Debris
- Sunlight
- Water, where the cover system is designed for that purpose
A cover should not be assumed to make an ordinary tray completely weatherproof. The complete tray-and-cover arrangement must be appropriate for the installation environment.
MS Cable Trays
MS Cable Trays are manufactured from mild steel and can be supplied in different configurations, thicknesses and finishes.
MS trays are widely used because they provide a practical combination of structural strength, availability and cost-effectiveness.
Depending on the environment, MS trays can be supplied with suitable surface treatments such as:
- Powder coating
- Pre-galvanizing
- Hot-dip galvanizing
- Other specified protective finishes
Cable Tray Technical Specification Chart
Cable tray specifications vary significantly according to design, load and installation conditions. The following chart provides common specification options for SEO and product-reference purposes.
|
Parameter |
Typical Options |
|
Product |
Cable Tray |
|
Tray Types |
Ladder / Wire Mesh / C Channel / Perforated / Heavy Duty |
|
Materials |
MS / GI / SS / Aluminium / PVC |
|
Surface Finish |
HDG / Powder Coated / Pre-Galvanized / Mill Finish |
|
Width |
Project Specific |
|
Side-Rail Height |
Project Specific |
|
Length |
Commonly supplied in standard sections |
|
Thickness |
Selected according to load requirement |
|
Load Capacity |
Based on tray design and support spacing |
|
Mounting |
Wall / Floor / Ceiling / Rack / Structure |
|
Installation |
Indoor / Outdoor |
|
Covers |
Available where required |
|
Accessories |
Bends / Tees / Crosses / Reducers / Couplers |
|
Cable Type |
Power / Control / Instrumentation / Communication |
|
Material Grade |
As specified for project |
|
Finish Requirement |
Based on environment |
Note: Tray width, thickness, material grade, load capacity and support span should be finalised from the actual cable schedule and project design. There is no single specification suitable for every cable tray installation.
How to Select the Right Cable Tray
Selecting a tray only by its width is not enough. Several technical factors should be considered.
- Cable Quantity
Calculate the number and approximate diameter of cables that will occupy the tray.
- Cable Weight
Heavy power cables can require stronger trays and shorter support spans.
- Future Expansion
Where future cable additions are expected, sufficient spare space should be incorporated into the tray layout.
- Installation Environment
Indoor, outdoor, humid, chemically aggressive and coastal environments may require different materials or finishes.
- Support Spacing
Tray load capacity is influenced by the distance between supports. A tray that can carry a particular load at one span may have a different capacity at another span.
- Cable Separation
Power, control, instrumentation and communication cables may require appropriate routing or separation according to the system design and applicable requirements.
- Corrosion Exposure
HDG, stainless steel, aluminium, PVC or a suitable coated finish can be considered depending on the surrounding environment.
Cable Tray Accessories
A cable-tray installation normally requires more than straight tray sections. Sohum Industrial Sales Corporation can cater to requirements involving suitable cable-management accessories, including:
- Horizontal bends
- Vertical bends
- Tee sections
- Cross sections
- Reducers
- Coupler plates
- Jointing hardware
- Tray covers
- Support brackets
- Cantilever arms
- Hanger arrangements
- Clamps
- Fasteners
- End plates
Using compatible accessories helps maintain continuity and creates a cleaner cable-routing system.
Ladder Tray vs Wire Mesh Tray
Feature | Ladder Cable Tray | Wire Mesh Cable Tray |
Construction | Side rails with cross members | Welded wire structure |
Typical Load | Medium to heavy, design dependent | Light to medium, design dependent |
Ventilation | Excellent | Excellent |
Cable Access | Easy | Very easy |
Common Use | Power cables | Control/data/instrumentation |
Installation | Industrial & large routes | Flexible indoor installations |
Modification | Relatively straightforward | Convenient for smaller cable additions |
Neither type is universally better. The correct choice depends on the cable characteristics, load, support arrangement and installation conditions.
Why Cable Tray Ventilation Matters
Open cable trays allow air to circulate around the installed cables. This can be advantageous for heat dissipation compared with completely enclosed cable-support arrangements.
However, cable ampacity must still be determined using the appropriate installation conditions, grouping factors, ambient temperature and applicable cable standards. A well-ventilated tray does not automatically eliminate cable derating requirements.
Cable Tray Installation Considerations
A reliable cable-management system depends on correct installation as much as the tray itself.
Important considerations include:
- Adequate support spacing
- Proper tray alignment
- Suitable couplers and fasteners
- Correct bends and accessories
- Appropriate cable separation
- Cable securing where required
- Protective earthing/bonding for metallic tray systems where applicable
- Avoiding excessive cable loading
- Maintaining access for inspection
- Providing suitable expansion arrangements where required
The final installation should follow the relevant electrical design, cable manufacturer’s recommendations and applicable standards.
Where Cable Trays Are Commonly Used
- Manufacturing & Engineering Plants
For routing power and control cables between machinery and electrical rooms.
- Power & Utility Projects
Suitable for organised cable distribution around substations and electrical equipment.
- Commercial Buildings
Used for electrical, HVAC, fire-alarm, communication and other building-service cable routes.
- Solar Projects
Can provide organised support for suitable DC and AC cable routes within solar installations.
- Data & Communication Installations
Wire mesh and other suitable tray systems can be used for structured cable management.
- Process Industries
Tray systems can accommodate power, instrumentation and control cabling across process areas.
- Warehouses & Infrastructure
Useful for long cable routes where accessible and organised cable support is required.
Material Selection: Which Cable Tray Is Suitable?
Environment / Requirement | Potentially Suitable Tray |
Heavy industrial cable loads | Heavy Duty / Ladder |
Outdoor industrial installation | HDG / suitable coated tray |
Corrosive environment | SS / Aluminium / suitable non-metallic option |
Lightweight installation | Aluminium / Wire Mesh |
Control & communication cables | Wire Mesh |
General indoor use | MS / Powder Coated |
Moisture-prone application | HDG / SS / suitable PVC |
Protected cable route | Tray with suitable Cover |
This table is only a general selection guide. The actual material should be chosen after considering temperature, chemicals, moisture, mechanical loading and installation conditions.
Quality Checks Before Dispatch & Installation
A cable tray should be checked for the requirements specified in the purchase order and project drawings.
Important checks may include:
- Material verification
- Dimensions
- Thickness
- Surface finish
- Joint compatibility
- Straightness
- Weld quality, where applicable
- Coating condition
- Accessories
- Load/design documentation where specified
For galvanized products, the required galvanizing specification and coating requirements should be verified according to the applicable project standard.
Why Choose Sohum Industrial Sales Corporation?
Sohum Industrial Sales Corporation supplies cable-management products for electrical installations requiring practical and organised cable routing. The company offers access to a broad range of Ladder Type Cable Trays, Wire Mesh Cable Trays, C Channel Cable Trays, Hot Dip Galvanized Cable Trays, SS Cable Trays, Aluminum Cable Trays, PVC Cable Trays, Powder Coated Cable Trays, Heavy Duty Cable Trays, MS Cable Trays and Cable Tray Covers. Requirements can be considered according to cable quantity, load, material, dimensions, finish, installation environment and project-specific specifications.
Cable Tray Supply Across Eastern & Northeastern India
For projects requiring dependable cable-support infrastructure, the right tray can make cable installation more organised, accessible and maintainable. Sohum Industrial Sales Corporation supplies Cable Trays across West Bengal, Kolkata, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Bhutan, catering to industrial, commercial, infrastructure and electrical-project requirements.
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