Common cable trays are made of galvanized steel, stainless steel, aluminum, or glass-fiber reinforced plastic. The material for a given application is chosen based on where it will be used. These trays may be made of wire mesh, called "cable basket", or be designed in the form of a single central spine (rail) with ribs to support the cable on either side. Channel. Cable Tray is a light weight structural electrical support system that allows safe harnessing and transport of cables and electrical flexible conduits across open spans and gives protection against the overheating and fire build up problems. Key Features: What is a Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) Cable Tray? Hot dip galvanized cable trays are made from steel and then immersed in. B manufactures its cable tray in a range of materials with a variety of finishes.