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Grate & Planter

Custom grate system for Young+Dring.

Photo © Dan White

University of Kansas Spencer Art Museum Renovation.

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Silver Towers light fixtures and metalwork.

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Detail of the Young+Dring planter boxes for the power & light district

Photo by Dan White courtesy of Young+Dring

Custom grate systems for tree surrounds and other applications can be developed using a range of methods including custom casting and custom water jet for heavy plates in a variety of metals. Zahner will work with your team to develop the perfect system.

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Zahner offers a range of systems that can be used as part of a complete building envelope.

About Grate & Planter

Custom grate and planter systems for tree growth and inhibition can be developed with any aesthetic or design, and can be engineered to provide flexibility and expansion for decades.

Starting with your concept and working within your budget, Zahner’s design team will develop your design as a durable permanent artwork unlike any other. The company’s dedicated team of engineers and fabricators will develop systems in collaboration with a designer’s vision.

Using the magic of engraving technologies, ZIRA, designers can embed graphics, logo branding, and patterned imagery designs into various custom grates and planter box systems, from tree surrounds to trench grates. Zahner provides designers with unparalleled possibility.

Custom grate designed by E. Cundiff.
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Custom steel planter for the University of Kansas.
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Custom tree-surround for Young+Dring.
Photo © Dan White
Custom planter for the Spencer Art Museum.
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Any pattern or design can be cut into plate metal and developed as a grate, planter, or tree surround using Zahner custom metal processes.

Developing a custom plant surround starts with your concept. Zahner can provide a number of design options as well as full service design assist, engineering, manufacturing and installation services. Find out how Zahner can assist with developing your concept by contacting the Zahner sales team.

Featured Projects

Spencer Art Museum

Spencer Art Museum

Pomona Planters

Pomona Planters

Gaines Residence

Gaines Residence

Silver Towers

Silver Towers

Denny's Flagship

Denny’s Flagship
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Take your next project beyond ordinary.

Work with the Zahner Custom Solutions team to create a one-of-a-kind solution for your project.