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Description
The rail itself for yellow GRP handrails and guard rails. Pultruded glass reinforced plastic tube, 50mm outside diameter with a 5mm wall, in 5 metre lengths. It fits exactly into our moulded GRP tees, crosses, corners, elbows and base flanges, and cuts cleanly with a fine-tooth saw. GRP does not rust, needs no painting, and does not conduct electricity like steel. The price shown is for one.
Why choose it
Exact fit. Sized to the moulded fittings, so joints are tight and square.
Rust free. Ideal for wet, corrosive and chlorinated sites.
Non-conductive. Chosen for rail and electrical sites.
Light to handle. About 6.55kg a length, one person can carry it.
Where it is used
Top rails, knee rails and posts for guard rails and handrails at water and wastewater treatment works, chemical plants, rail depots, food factories and electrical sites, and on roofs, bridges and walkways.
Specifications
| What you get | One 5000mm length of tube |
|---|---|
| Outside diameter | 50mm |
| Inside diameter | 40mm |
| Wall | 5mm |
| Length | 5000mm |
| Material | Pultruded glass reinforced plastic (GRP) |
| Colour | Safety yellow |
| Weight | 6.55kg |
Load tested system
The 50mm GRP tube handrail system these parts belong to has been load tested by an independent UK laboratory as a straight two-rail balustrade, 1100mm high with a mid rail at 550mm and posts at 1000mm centres. It carried 0.4 kN/m, above the 0.36 kN/m general duty load for industrial handrails in BS 4592-0.
5m or 3.5m lengths?
Use 5 metre lengths on long straight runs to cut down on joints. See also our 3500mm lengths. Join lengths end to end with an internal joint.
Building a complete GRP handrail
- End post, pre-assembled
- Corner post, pre-assembled
- Short tee, rail to post
- Mid rail cross
- Triangular base flange
- M6 rivet nut and bolt set
- Yellow end cap
See the whole range in GRP handrail.
Fitting
Measure between fittings and add the socket depth at each end. Cut square with a fine-tooth saw, wearing a dust mask and gloves, and lightly sand the cut. Push the tube fully into the fittings and fix with M6 rivet nuts and bolts. Seal open ends with end caps.
Care
Wash down with water and mild detergent. Check the bolts once a year and after any impact. GRP needs no painting.
Frequently asked questions
Is the price for one length?
Yes, one 5000mm length.
Can I cut it?
Yes, with a fine-tooth saw. Wear a dust mask and gloves when cutting GRP.
Will it fit steel key clamp fittings?
No. It is 50mm, sized for the moulded GRP fittings. Steel key clamps suit 48.3mm steel tube.
Ordering and delivery
Order online with Express UK Delivery. Long lengths travel on a pallet or by courier: for a full guard rail or a delivery date, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk.
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