Tag: graspability

Why ADA Stair Handrail Guidelines Are Not as Bad as You Think

By definition, handrails are in place to provide guidance. They are required on stairs with two or more risers and ADA ramps with a rise greater than 6 inches. Handrails are required on both sides of stairs and ramps. They are placed between 34 inches and 38 inches above the leading edge of a stair […]

Does Lumenrail® Meet ADA Requirements?

The simple answer is “yes”. As long as you keep within the ranges defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design (ADASAD). Lumenrail will meet the ADA requirements for handrail graspability. The ADASAD notes that handrail must be between 1-1/4 and 2 inches in diameter. Wagner Lumenrail utilizes slotted tube within that range […]

Building Code Definitions for Handrail

The purpose of a handrail is to provide guidance. It is required on stairs with two or more risers and ADA ramps with a rise of 6″. In commercial applications, a handrail is required on both sides of stairs and ramps. They are not required on walking surfaces with running slope less than 1:20. Height: […]

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