Alideck’s Commitment to Excellence in Testing: AliRail Vertical Infill Spindle Balustrade Systems

At Alideck, we take pride in being the market leader for aluminium decking solutions, offering unparalleled quality for balconies, terraces, and walkways. Our success is rooted in the meticulous design of highly compliant products and our commitment to showcasing their performance through a comprehensive range of independent tests.

Expanding beyond aluminium decking, our expertise in manufacturing, aluminium extrusions, and balconies led us to introduce essential component systems for balconies, including soffit cladding, metal balustrades, and Juliet balconies. Crafted from 100% aluminium, this product range has garnered widespread acclaim from fabricators, developers, and architects for the advantages it brings to balcony components.

“Designed entirely in-house, these additional systems were created by our R&D and mechanical engineering teams to the same rigorous standards that we applied to our AliDeck range of aluminium decking and accessories.”

Our additional systems, designed entirely in-house by our R&D and mechanical engineering teams, adhere to the same rigorous standards applied to our AliDeck range of aluminium decking and accessories.

Proving Compliance with Regulations

Compliance with building regulations is paramount in the construction industry, influencing our decision-making process and inspiring the creation of new products that excel in utility and safety. This commitment recently led us to subject our AliRail Juliet and AliRail Vertical Infill Spindle Balustrade to retesting for load performance.

Originally tested Summer 2022, ongoing innovation and refinement prompted a second evaluation to ensure both systems continued to not only meet but exceed Building Regulations. The British Standard BS 6180: 2011 for barriers in and around buildings outlines specific requirements for domestic and residential settings, and both AliRail Juliet and AliRail Vertical Infill Balustrade easily surpassed these standards during retesting.

Exceeding Expectations: Testing at Higher Load Values

Confident in the exceptional performance of our systems, we decided to test them at a higher load value of 1.5kN on the rail, infill, and spindle. This elevated rating demonstrates compliance for areas where people might congregate, such as restaurants, bars, and other commercial environments.

We’re thrilled to report that both AliRail Juliet and AliRail Vertical Infill Spindle Balustrade not only met but exceeded expectations in all tests under the 1.5kN loading. This success not only benefits Alideck but also our customers and the broader industry, offering proof that aluminium is a viable alternative to steel architectural metalwork for balconies.

The advantages of choosing aluminium for external balcony components are numerous, including cost-effectiveness and reduced weight. Alideck continues to lead the way in providing innovative and compliant solutions for modern construction needs.