Prior to using any railing products, it is incumbent on designers, fabricators and installers to make themselves familiar with local building codes that apply to their applications. Most municipalities and local code bodies do not write code — they adopt codes prepared by various code bodies. Historically, model codes were prepared by code bodies such […]

I came across this wall mounting brackets recently. I have yet to figure out why the extension block between the bracket and the handrail exists. This was an exit stair in a hotel in San Francisco. My initial thought: it has to meet the requirements for clearance between the underside of the handrail and the […]

The Wagner Companies stocks a railing components and custom formed parts in stainless steel. They are available in Type 304 Stainless Steel — an austenitic stainless steel containing 18% chrome and 8% nickel (often referred to as 18-8 stainless). Some products are also available in Types 316 and 316L. Type 304 is an ornamental grade. […]

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Whether you’re designing a playground, handrail, queue rail, material handling card, or railing around the Space Shuttle launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center, Speed-Rail® produces a mechanical fitting system to meet your needs. Speed-Rail Fittings are the standard in a broad range of industries and they are made in the USA. Consider some of […]

Railing Extensions for Ramp Rails Ramp handrails extend horizontally above the landing for 12 inches minimum beyond the top and bottom of the ramp runs. Railing Extensions on Stairs Top Extension on Stairs – Handrails extend horizontally above the landing for 12 inches minimum beginning directly above first riser nosing. Handrails extend horizontally above the […]

Pipe and tube bending services continue to be in high demand in an increasingly competitive custom metal fabrication market. Finding a reliable source for quality precision tube bends, delivered on time, while meeting ever tightening lead time expectations is a daunting task. You will need a versatile, value-focused partner, not just a supplier, to serve […]

Glass Shoe — also known as Glass Railing Base Shoe or Glass Shoe Moulding — is the primary structural element of a glass railing system. When properly installed and specified, a glass base shoe will hold the structural glass in place allowing a great view yet providing a safe guard. The glass is set into […]

PanelGrip® makes installing a glass deck railing much simpler than what you may have imagined. Easy Installation: Innovative, intuitively-designed, non-weld, modular rail system allows for faster, simpler installation without any special tools or training needed Can be installed by one person, on one side of the glass, and the single base shoe accommodates the broadest […]

Polishing metal is a skill. While it’s often left best to the professionals who have the equipment and know-how, it’s not an impossible task. With some understanding and practice, you can polish metal that will meet the needs of your customers. Let’s first look at the differences between mechanical finishes — those finishes accomplished by […]