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end plate

n.
The area of synaptic contact between a motor nerve and a muscle fiber.
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end′ plate`


n.
a specialized area on the surface of a muscle fiber where a motor neuron makes contact with the muscle.
[1875–80]
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The decking comes in six different styles for easy drop-in installation: with or without an angle collar to rest on step beams; with or without an end plate to rest on top of box or structural beams; with an angle collar to rest on top of box or structural beams; and with a waterfall end plate for use with step beams.
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Also offered in a galvanized finish, the pallet rack decking comes in four deck styles: on a step beam with or without an angle collar, or on top of box or structural beam with or without an end plate. Ohio Gratings, 800-321-9800 www.ohiogratings.com.
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