Juralco Balustrade Systems Comply With New Glass B

As many will be aware, in late 2015 the NZ Standards Committee put out for discussion proposed changes to the code of practice for glazing in buildings NZS4223. Because of a change in the way the current New Zealand Building Code was being interpreted, one of these proposed changes concerning frameless glass balustrades has been 'fast tracked' and will now come into force on June 1st 2016.

So what are the changes and how will they affect specifiers?

MBIE explains, "the changes will mean that all new frameless glass barriers that comply with B1/AS1 will be required to have an interlinking rail, unless the barrier is laminated safety glass and has features to retain panes of glass in the event of breakage."

Juralco has reviewed its entire range and made changes to make their balustrades compliant with the new NZS4223.3.2016 standard. Juralco's details and producer statements have also been updated to ensure that if a Juralco system is specified, the information will be readily available.

For guidance on the new regulations and the products that conform, contact Juralco.

Edge Balustrade — Including STECCA & LAMERRA Ranges

Juralco Aluminium

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Edge® is an aluminium post balustrade system which is a more comprehensive and modern version of the ever popular Viking® balustrade system.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Edge® Balustrade is suitable for deck and balcony barriers, stairways, handrails, pool fencing and matching pool or stairway gates
Suitable for fixing to timber, concrete, steel
Edge® Balustrades can also accommodate waterproof and floating decks with a specially designed aluminium gutter bracket

A choice of four handrails are available: round, rectangular, and a single or twin pocket Aerofoil style which can be incorporated as a top rail or as a standalone handrail. An interlinking rail, for 10mm semi frameless glass balustrades can be top mounted (on the post caps) or front mounted 100mm below the top edge, using a handrail bracket fixed to the face of the balustrade post. A semi frameless glass finish, without a handrail can be achieved using 13.2mm thick toughened laminated glass, although the use of the Edge slimline top protection cap is highly recommended to help prevent any discolouring of the interlayer.

Low Wind Zone

Very High WInd Zone

Designed and manufactured in New Zealand, Edge Balustrade has been engineered and tested by independent engineers to comply with NZ standards AS/NZS1170, NZS4223.3.2016 and NZBC Clause F9, and 162C of the Building Act
Edge® Balustrade is suitable for Occupancy A, A other and C3 Residential
An interlinking top rail and/or handrail has been incorporated into the Edge semi frameless range to comply with new 2016 balustrade regulations — NZS4223.3.2016

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Edgetec JH Clamp Balustrade

Juralco Aluminium

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Edgetec® JH Clamp is an architectural grade aluminium clamp system for 12mm/15mm toughened, 13.52/17.52 SentryGlass or 15.2/17.2 Laminated glass panels that fixes to the external edge of decks and stairs.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

JH Clamp Balustrade is for Domestic and Residential Occupancy types A, A Other and C3 and for Commercial Occupancy Types B, E, A Other and C3 Occupancy Types as per AS/NZ 1170.1.2002.

Edgetec JH Clamp balustrade is suitable for deck and balcony barriers, internal stairways or landings and can be fixed to timber (including waterproof decks), concrete, and steel. Complies with NZS1170, NZBC Clause F9, and 162C of the Building Act (pool safety legislation).

Additionally, the JH Clamp system is available with a detail that hides both the external boundary joists and the JH Clamp, so the glass panels have no obvious fixings.

Very High Earthquake Zone

Extra High Wind Zone

Designed and manufactured in New Zealand, the Edgetec JH Clamp balustrade system has been engineered and tested by independent engineers to comply with NZ standards AS/NZS1170, NZS4223.3.2016, New Zealand Building Code B1, B2 and F4, NZBC Clause F9 & 162C of the Building Act (pool safety legislation).
Edgetec JH Clamp balustrade is suitable for Occupancy A, A other, B, E C3 Residential and C3 Commercial.
An interlinking top rail has been incorporated into the Edgetec range to comply with new 2016 balustrade regulations - NZS4223.3.2016.
Any deviation from standard fabrication or installation must be accompanied by a site specific PS1, with site specific calculations and drawings.

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Viking Balustrade System

Juralco Aluminium

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Viking® balustrade is a powder coated aluminium and glass railing system that is part of the Juralco balustrade range.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Available in either toughened glass or vertical baluster infill, with four handrail styles and an interlinking rail for semi frameless glass installations, Viking is ideal for internal or external settings, including:

Decks
Stairways
Mezzanine floors
Balconies
Pool surrounds and matching gates

A specially designed aluminium gutter bracket is available for Viking® balustrade installations onto waterproof and floating decks.

Very High WInd Zone

Designed and manufactured in New Zealand, Viking® balustrades have been engineered and tested to comply with NZ standards AS/NZS1170, NZS4223.3.2016, NZBC Clause F9 & 162C of the Building Act (pool safety legislation).
Viking balustrade is suitable for occupancy A, A Other and C3.
With a heavy duty base plate and secure interlocking posts for modular installation, Viking provides a high quality system.

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