What Are Base Plates and Insertion Plates?
Base plates are structural mounting components used to secure vertical steel tubes or profiles directlyto a fixed surface. Typical applications include fencing systems, gate assemblies and boundary installations where accuracy, long-term stability and visual uniformity are required. Because each anchor point is pre-defined, no welding is needed and placement remains repeatable across extended runs.
Insertion plates offer a built-in positioning advantage. The collar is cut from the plate and welded from underneath, creating a flat top face. The post slides directly into place, ensuring upright alignment without tilt or uneven seating. The result is a faster, more reliable mounting process that reduces labour time and eliminates field adjustments.
Consistent geometry across all variants simplifies planning and supports scalable installation in larger systems. All models are available with hot-dip galvanised or powder-coated finishes, protecting against corrosion and mechanical wear while visually matching surrounding components. The combination of precision, speed and durability makes the base plate system a preferred choice for professional applications.
Advantages and Key Features
Base plates enable controlled installation on concrete, natural stone and steel. Fixed bore positions match standard anchoring methods, including wedge anchors and chemical fixings. Installation remains precise without welding or manual correction. Every anchor point matches the last, even across extended alignment grids.
Compact variants are suitable for height-restricted areas, for example beneath handrails or technical structures. Corner variants allow placement along walls or foundation lines without additional tooling. All models are hot-dip galvanised for long-term protection against wear and weather. Optional finishes include Jet Black (RAL 9005), Anthracite Grey (RAL 7016), Pine Green (RAL 6005), Dark Green (RAL 6009) and Moss Green (RAL 6009). The finish supports a clean and uniform appearance within the full system.
The combination of fixed geometry, practical mounting and durable coating supports use in commercial fencing, security installations and structural perimeter zones.
Accessories and Complementary Components
Installation begins with the selection of anchoring components suited to the substrate and structuralload. Expansion bolts, chemical anchors, threaded rods and concrete screws are applied based onmaterial type, load capacity and environmental exposure. Each anchoring method must meet definedtolerances for permanent mechanical connection.
If the mounting surface is uneven or subject to movement, rubber interface pads or sealing layers areinstalled between base plate and foundation. Contact is maintained across the full surface area,reducing vibration and limiting fatigue under continuous load.
Assembly continues with the use of calibrated torque wrenches, depth gauges and alignment jigs. Tools are selected to control preload, anchoring depth and horizontal positioning across repeated installations.
Final components include post caps, structural connectors, end sleeves and colour-finished accessories. All products are dimensionally compatible with standard tube sizes and are specified to
support consistent installation geometry across fencing systems, technical assemblies and modular frames.
Buisklem is Europe’s Specialist Manufacturer of Base Plates
Base plates from Buisklem are developed in direct response to installation challenges reported by professionals in fencing, steel construction and industrial assembly. Production is carried out to precise dimensional tolerances, ensuring accurate fit and consistent performance over long installation lines. As both manufacturer and supplier, Buisklem maintains full control over availability, quality and configuration. Models are held in stock for immediate dispatch, while project-specific formats and colours are produced to order. Installers, wholesalers and system builders throughout Europe rely on Buisklem for reliable delivery, repeatable mounting and long-term structural integrity.