Railing Newsletter

Atlantic Aluminum Products Newsletter

Volume One

ATLANTIC ALUMINUM PRODUCTS SUMMER NEWSLETTER


This summer, Atlantic Aluminum will be introducing it's Commercial Railing Presentation. Designed especially for architects, engineers, and property management professionals, this railing seminar will highlight the categories, code requirements, engineering, mounting details, and weathering of commercial railing products. This seminar will be segmented into several sections over the course of the summer. If you would rather have an Atlantic Aluminum representative meet with you to have the entire series presented, call (800) 601-1870.

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Aluminum Railing

Installing railing in high usage areas, especially where there is a fall risk, helps to reduce liability and protect people utilizing an area.

Due to its strength and malleability, aluminum is used in fabricating railing because it can be produced into long extrusions.

The extrusions or lengths of aluminum profiles, are created by pushing the metal through a die. Through this fabrication process, complex designs are created while maintaining smooth surface finishes.

Railings are usually taken for granted, however almost every commercial and public building contains some type of hand or guardrail system. Not only do they provide safety and protection, but they add an architectural interest that range from ornate designs to modern elements.
Benefits of Aluminum Railing
  • The properties of aluminum provide higher tolerances to climatic conditions - it does not warp, it does not rust, and it requires minimal maintenance.
  • Aluminum railings do not rust which makes them a superior choice for outdoor use. Architectural finishes perform better with aluminum than with other railing products. Aluminum railings are a good cost effective railing option that offers superior durability

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