Managing Product Design and Council Demands for Glass Balustrades

How does Juralco go about ensuring their product designs are compliant with NZ building regulations?

First and foremost, in the design of any Juralco product is the absolute requirement to meet relevant building regulations. Juralco balustrades are SED (Specifically Engineered Design) systems which go through a rigorous design, sample manufacturing and testing process to ensure they comply with AS/NZS1170.

All testing is overseen by an independent engineer, who ensures the product meets the requirements of ULS (Usability Limit State). Once the engineer is satisfied that the product meets the relevant building code requirements and the corresponding product documentation conforms, the product is signed off and a producer statement is generated.

Keeping up with the necessary requirements has been especially challenging in 2016, with changes to NZS 4223.3.2016 affecting the structural design requirements for frameless glass balustrades. On June 1, new legislation requiring the installation of interlinking rails or handrails became compulsory for semi-frameless and frameless toughened glass balustrades. The design, manufacture and testing of suitable rails became the focus for the Juralco balustrade team, particularly as the lead time for the introduction of the legislation was a short six week period. The full range of Juralco balustrade suites was compliant by the deadline, with specially designed low profile interlinking rails and gaskets introduced to the range.

Enhancements of the interlinking rail range continue, along with the research and development of alternate infill options, such a laminated glass for some systems.

For more information, please email [email protected].

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 Commercial Post Balustrade System

Juralco Aluminium

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Edgetec® Commercial Post System is based on the Edge aluminium balustrade and is designed for demanding commercial environment.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Juralco introduced the Edgetec® Commercial Post balustrade system as a specialist product for commercial settings, including internal and external balconies, retail areas, stairs and landings.

Designed and manufactured in New Zealand, the Edgetec Commercial Post balustrade has been engineered and tested by independent engineers to comply with NZ standards AS/NZS1170 and is suitable for Occupancy A, B, E, C1/C2, C3 and D Occupancy Types.

Suitable for both 10mm and 15mm heavyweight toughened safety glass
Custom made in a range of versatile configurations
5 handrail options
Choice of top fix or face fix
Hidden face fixings available
Site specific Producer Statements can be arranged for viable jobs — speak to Juralco for detail

Very High WInd Zone

Compliant with AS/NZ 1170.1.2002 A, B, E, C1/C2, C3 and D Occupancy Types.

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Edgetec Double Disc Anchor Balustrade

Juralco Aluminium

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The Edgetec® Double Disc Anchor is a traditional 50mm diameter anchor fixing, available in powder coated aluminium and polished or satin stainless steel finishes.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Edgetec Double Disc Anchor balustrade is suitable for deck and balcony barriers, pool fencing, internal stairways or landings and can be fixed to timber (including waterproof decks), concrete, and steel.

Suitable for:

Residential and Domestic Occupancy types A, A Other, and C3
Commercial Occupancy types B, E, and C3

A hidden fixing detail is standard for Double Disc Anchor fixings.

Low Wind Zone

Very High WInd Zone

The Edgetec Double Disc Anchor balustrade system has been engineered and tested by independent engineers to comply with NZ standards AS/NZS1170 and NZS4223.3.2016, New Zealand Building Code B1, B2, F2, F4, F9 and section 162C of the Building Act (pool fencing regulations)
Edgetec Double Disc Anchor balustrade is suitable for Residential and Domestic Occupancy types A, A Other, and C3
Edgetec Double Disc Anchor balustrade is suitable for Commercial Occupancy types B, E, and C3

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Edgetec Infinity Balustrade

Juralco Aluminium

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Juralco's Infinity® Frameless Glass Balustrade System is a cantilevered, channel balustrade system that utilises proprietary clamps for installation of toughened safety glass or Sentry Laminated glass panels.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Edgetec Infinity® Balustrade is suitable for use on timber, concrete or steel and can be finished in a range of Dulux powder coat colours.

Complies with NZS1170, NZS4223.3.2016, NZBC Clause F9 & 162C of the Building Act (pool safety legislation)

Low Wind Zone

Very High WInd Zone

Designed and manufactured in New Zealand, the Edgetec Infinity balustrade system has been engineered and tested by independent engineers to comply with NZ standards AS/NZS1170 and NZS4223.3.2016, New Zealand Building Code B1, B2 and F4, NZBC Clause F9 & 162C of the Building Act (pool safety legislation)
Edgetec Infinity balustrade is suitable for Occupancy A, B, E C3 Residential and C3 Commercial
Residential balustrade installations up to 1200mm high, using 12mm thick glass, are achieved with 500mm clamp centres and Commercial B, E and C3 applications up to 1300mm high, 15mm thick glass requires 400mm clamp centres
Any deviation from standard fabrication or installation must be accompanied by a site specific PS1, with site specific calculations and drawings
An interlinking top rail has been incorporated into the Edgetec 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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Edgetec Mini Post Balustrade

Juralco Aluminium

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Edgetec® Mini Post Balustrade is an upright aluminium clamp system and is one of the most popular frameless glass balustrade systems, particularly for glass pool fencing.

NZ-Owned Business

Mini Post Balustrade is for Domestic and Residential Occupancy types A, A Other and C3 only Occupancy Types as per AS/NZ 1170.1.2002
Suitable for balustrading or pool fencing
A specially designed aluminium gutter bracket is available for Edgetec Mini Post balustrade installations onto waterproof and floating decks

Very High WInd Zone

Designed and manufactured in New Zealand, the Edgetec Mini Post balustrade system has been engineered and tested by independent engineers to comply with NZ standards NZS4223.3.2016, AS/NZS1170, New Zealand Building Code B1, B2 and F4, NZBC Clause F9 & 162C of the Building Act (pool safety legislation)
Edgetec Mini Post balustrade is suitable for Occupancy A, A other and C3 Residential
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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Durability

Hazardous Building Materials

Safety from Falling

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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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