A base plate is a solid piece of material that has enough strength and sturdiness to serve as the surface to fix channel supports. Why use a base plate?Using a flat supporting plate at the base of a column helps distribute the columns weight over a larger area and provides better stability. Where to use a base plate?Use a base plate to fix vertical lengths of channel sections to the floor as part of a channel support system in cabling, piping or ducting.Benefits of base plates? Easy to install No welding required High strength Hard wearing