Engineering Specifications
An efficient balance of strength, aesthetics, and cost-effectiveness.
Design Advantages
Putting Metal Where It Counts
The design flexibility afforded by extrusions allows us to put the metal where it is needed -producing the strongest railing system possible while improving cost-effectiveness.
Precision Engineered Profiles
IAS railing profiles and posts are designed to optimize the strength-to-weight ratio, delivering structural performance that exceeds code requirements without unnecessary material.
Integrated Connection System
Our proprietary connection details create cleaner sightlines while maintaining full structural integrity at every joint.
Material Properties
Load Ratings
| Application | Top Rail Load | Infill Load | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Guard Rail | 50 lbs/ft (0.73 kN/m) | 50 lbs/ft² (0.24 kPa) | NBC 2020 / IBC 2021 |
| Commercial Guard Rail | 100 lbs/ft (1.46 kN/m) | 50 lbs/ft² (0.24 kPa) | NBC 2020 / IBC 2021 |
| Assembly Areas | 100 lbs/ft (1.46 kN/m) | 75 lbs/ft² (0.36 kPa) | NBC 2020 / IBC 2021 |
Code Compliance
All IAS railing systems are engineered and tested to meet or exceed the following standards:
- National Building Code of Canada (NBC 2020)
- International Building Code (IBC 2021)
- ASTM E985 -Standard Specification for Permanent Metal Railing Systems
- ASTM E2353 -Standard Test Methods for Performance of Guard Systems
- CAN/CGSB 12.1 -Tempered Safety Glass
- AAMA 2604 -High Performance Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions
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