Strut Pro Runner: The Complete Guide to Modern Ladder Tray Support Systems

Introducing the Strut Pro Runner — exclusively designed and developed by Direct Channel Support Systems UK. A modular, cost-effective, and durable alternative to traditional ladder racks.

Strut Pro Runner cable tray support system
The Strut Pro Runner – an exclusive Direct Channel innovation.

What is the Strut Pro Runner?

The Strut Pro Runner is a purpose-built, UK-designed support system for ladder cable trays.
Developed by Direct Channel Support Systems under our in-house Strut Pro brand, it delivers a smarter, faster, and more cost-effective alternative to conventional ladder racks.

Unlike generic brackets or heavy welded frames, Strut Pro Runner products are engineered in the UK with real contractors in mind. As a result, they offer modular sizes, strong galvanised steel, and rapid installation without specialist tools. In addition, the system reduces site labour while ensuring long-term durability.

Why Strut Pro? Our Brand Promise

  • 🏗️ Designed in the UK – developed by Direct Channel Support Systems’ engineering team.
  • 💡 Built Smarter – modular, lightweight, and reconfigurable compared with fixed ladder racks.
  • 💷 Cheaper – lower material cost and reduced labour hours on site.
  • ⏱️ Faster Install – no welding, no complex fabrication, just quick fit with strut.
  • 🛠️ Contractor-Focused – engineered to make life easier for UK installers.

When you choose Strut Pro, you’re not just buying hardware. Instead, you’re investing in a solution created by one of the UK’s leading suppliers of channel systems — a company with decades of hands-on industry experience. Therefore, you can be confident that every product is designed for real-world performance.

Why Strut Pro Runner is Better Than Standard Ladder Racks

Feature Traditional Ladder Rack Strut Pro Runner
Origin Generic imports, standard design Direct Channel UK, exclusive Strut Pro design
Cost Higher due to bulk steel + labour Cheaper upfront and lower install cost
Flexibility Fixed once fabricated Available in 300–1500mm sizes with modular fit
Durability Standard protection Hot-dip galvanised finish for long-term corrosion resistance

Step-by-Step Installation

Strut Pro Runner was designed for speed. Here’s the simple process:

Step 1

Step 1 – Place Runner

Step 2

Step 2 – Align with Strut

Step 3

Step 3 – Secure Ladder Tray

Step 4

Step 4 – Completed Install

No welding. No specialist tools. Just smart, UK-designed engineering that saves time and effort.

Available Strut Pro Runner Models

Conclusion

As the exclusive designers of the Strut Pro Runner, Direct Channel Support Systems is proud to deliver a UK-engineered product that challenges outdated ladder racks.

Therefore, by choosing Strut Pro Runner, you gain a faster, cheaper, smarter, and more durable solution. As a result, your installations become easier and more efficient.

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