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I’m guessing an engine-block heater and laptop per stall, and it was a rush job for Antarctic –30° due any day now. 
 
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I wouldn't thow my beer can in that receptical,(pun intended)sparks may fly. 
 
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Not to go off on a tangent, but...
      Anyone have a way of anchoring stuff to those sheet metal panels that they're happy with? 
 
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Let's see weather proof covers, Check Plenty of Support for conduit, Check Weather proof fittings, Check If this was in the Mojave desert, it might not have any moisture problems. 
 
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John Steinke wrote:    Anyone have a way of anchoring stuff to those sheet metal panels that they're happy with?  Yep, Aim for a stud! If not, there's not a whole lot more that self tapping button heads I can imagine... rhagfo,  The Mojave is known for flash floods during certain times of year!   ![[Linked Image]](https://www.electrical-contractor.net/ubb/eek.gif)  Not to mention the occasional high desert freak snow drop... Im really curious what the purpose for these are... Vending machines maybe? Install by Pepsi's in-house handyman?   ![[Linked Image]](https://www.electrical-contractor.net/ubb/biggrin.gif) -Randy  
 
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On sheet metal I'd use two-hole straps with 1/4" bolts with nuts & washers on the back side.
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As the smart(dumb)alec that I am, the plugs are upside down...S 
 
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You use #10-12-14 Fastenes on this stuff.  Like Randy said, hit the studs. 
 
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I agree with the above, you either hit the structure inside or you have trouble with anything more than the smallest raceways and boxes. In a pinch I have used toggle bolts on this with a fender washer to cover the hole. A little spray paint that is a close match hides the washer pretty well compared to leaving it shiny zinc. This is a poor option if you can see it from inside the building though.  ![[Linked Image]](https://www.electrical-contractor.net/ubb/frown.gif) If I had to do that job in the picture (with the right boxes) I would probably use at least four #12 fasteners and a full layer of silicone adhesive between the box and the wall. Bob  
 
  
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