Metropolis 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.
• Building height up to three stories or more.
• Metropolis balustrade style is custom fabricated to the requirements of each project. Prior to fabrication, the following project selections must be confirmed by the specifier: Balustrade height, Top / side rail profile (if any), Fixing detail.
• Balustrade is top fixed only. Specifications allow fixing into concrete, masonry, timber and steel.
• Metropolis balustrade style is compatible with other features such as gates, handrails and custom aluminium sheets.

UNEX designs for residential situations, office, and work areas, as well as for areas with moving people, however, cannot be used for 'C1/C2', 'C5' or 'D' Loadings. In these applications, UNEX recommends the use of its 'Extreme Barriers' range of styles which has been specifically developed for these higher loadings in crowd and public situations.

For certain buildings such as architectural sky rises (over 3 stories high), light commercial, and high pollution areas, a higher grade powder coat powder must be specified.

UNEX has designed its Arena range to comply with the B1, B2, F2, F4 and F9 requirements of the NZ Building Code and are suitable for occupancy types 'A', 'B', 'E' and 'C3' in accordance with AS/NZS 1170.

Producer statements for all standard specifications can be created online in the registered area of the UNEX website.

For non-standard situations not covered by UNEX's specifications, a site-specific PS1 and specification may be prepared by UNEX upon request.

UNEX has specialised in designing and manufacturing architectural balustrade systems throughout Australasia and beyond since 1981.  

This Metropolis Frameless Glass Style has been incorporated in UNEX's range since 2006 and was one of the first frameless systems with mechanical fixings on the NZ market. This system has since been used in numerous projects throughout New Zealand including high rise towers, residential apartments, pool fences, etc.