What is SAFRAIL™?
SAFRAIL™ industrial fiberglass railing systems are made exclusively in the U.S.A. for use as stair rails, platform/walkway handrails and guardrails. SAFRAIL™ systems are fabricated from pultruded fiberglass components produced by Strongwell and compression molded FRP connectors. The railing systems are particularly well-suited to corrosive environments like those found in industrial, chemical and wastewater treatment plants, as well as commercial structures with urban and salt air corrosion.
Why Use SAFRAIL™?
SAFRAIL™ systems can be used like traditional metal railing systems but offer the inherent benefits of pultruded fiberglass. In addition, SAFRAIL™ systems have been optimized to offer the following advantages:
- Ease of Assembly — lightweight standard sections can be prefabricated in large sections and shipped to the jobsite or fabricated and installed on site with simple carpenter tools.
- Internal Connection System— construction of continuous handrail systems is simplified, even around circular tanks, without special fittings.
- Safety Features— SAFRAIL™systems come standard in a “safety yellow color”, feature low electrical conductivity and exhibit high strength. Systems meet federal OSHA standards with a 2:1 factor of safety with a 6-foot (1830mm) maximum post spacing. SAFRAIL™ systems also comply with international standard AFNOR NF E 85-101. In addition, the long-term durability of SAFRAIL™
components virtually eliminates maintenance requirements.*
- Cost Effective — Corrosion resistant, pigmented fiberglass will outlast aluminum or steel systems with virtually no maintenance. The systems’ easy-to-assemble designs provide savings on installation time and labor. The light weight of the systems saves on freight costs and minimizes the need for special installation equipment.
SAFRAIL™can be used in guardrail applications where railing is needed to protect the open side of an elevated walkway. SAFRAIL™ systems meet OSHA 1910.29 standards for a height of 42" (1067mm) from the top of walkway to the top of the guardrail with a 2:1 factor of safety.
Features
SAFRAIL™ fiberglass handrail systems are:
- Corrosion Resistant
- Structurally Strong
- Impact Resistant
- Lightweight
- Easy to Field Fabricate
- Low Thermal and Electrical
- Conductivity