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Safa-Slat Framed Balustrade
Description

More than just a pre-engineered, compliant safety barrier, the Safa-Slat Balustrade doubles as a versatile privacy and screening solution. Perfect for close-quarter living, unit or apartment balconies, and decks, it conceals unsightly services while providing wind protection and enhanced security. Its high-performing design makes it ideal for creating discreet outdoor spaces or extending functional areas around residencies.

Key Features
  • Wide range of finish options — can be powder coated or anodised in all standard NZ colours
  • Standard specifications available for top or side fixing to both timber and concrete
  • Specifications for non-standard situations may be provided by Unex Systems upon request
  • Screws together with minimal, if any, welds required
  • Made from 6000 series extruded aluminium alloys
  • Installed only by Authorised Fabricators, available nationwide
  • Standard horizontal slats are 50mm H x 16mm W
  • Post option available for side-fixed situations to conceal screw fixings
  • Designed for wind speeds up to 64m/s (ULS)
Scope of Use

Safa-slat balustrade style is designed for, but is not limited to, use in projects within the following scope:

  • Can be used on but not limited to, internal and external decks, mezzanines, and stairways.
  • Suitability for the occupancy type for part of the building or structure but cannot be used for C5 or F/G
  • Can be used in all wind zones up to and including Extra High. In rare or extreme locations wind reverberation can be caused.
  • Safa-slat balustrade style is custom fabricated to the requirements of each project. Prior to fabrication, the following project selections must be confirmed by the specifier: Height, Top rail profile, Slat Profile.
  • Can be used in top fixed and side fixed applications. Specifications allow fixing into concrete, masonry, timber and steel.
  • Safa-slat balustrade style is compatible with other features such as gates, handrails and custom aluminum sheets.
Statement of Building Code Compliance

Producer Statements for all standard specifications can be created online in the registered area of the Unex Systems website.

For non-standard situations not covered by our specifications, a site-specific PS1 and specification may be prepared by Unex Systems upon request.

In-Service History

This 'Safa-Slat' style was designed and incorporated into the Unex Systems range in 2010, in response to the need for privacy and shelter, as well as meeting full balustrade load requirements. It has since been used in numerous projects around New Zealand.

Documents
BPIR Documents
Fabrication Manuals
UNEX Loading Classification
Producer Statements on EziSpec
Technical Downloads: BIM Files, DWG Drawings, B2 Compliance & More
Maintenance and warranty
Brochure
Product Overview

UNEX is a trusted partner in creating beautiful, secure outdoor living spaces, offering high-performing balustrades and more, including privacy screens, deck sub-frames, and heat pump covers.

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