Installation &
Technical
Manual
October 2015
Revision 1.0
Installation Manual
October 2015: Rev 1.0
General Information
Guard Angel is tested in accordance with BS EN 13374 and BS EN 14122-3.
It is designed for use on roofing areas and raised platforms for access to areas of buildings and
structures that are deemed unsafe to do so otherwise.
The Guard Angel System is not designed for use as an attachment point for fall protection PPE.
The equipment used should be stored in a safe manner and moved to the point of installation in
line with the Manual Handling Regulations in the region of use.
Installation should only be carried out by a trained and competent installer with the permission of
Fall Angel or their appointed representatives. Appropriate safety measures must be taken to
ensure the complete safety of all installation personnel.
All tools used must be in good working order and calibrated and tested where applicable.
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CONFIGURATION
Edge Protection - System Configuration
TYPICAL LAYOUT
INSITU DIMENSIONS
CONFIGURATION
Edge Protection - System Configuration
TYPICAL CORNER DETAIL
TYPICAL WALL TERMINATION DETAIL
TYPICAL ‘D’ END TERMINATION DETAIL
TYPICAL END CAP TERMINATION DETAIL
Free Standing System Shown for Example Only
Free Standing System
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SPECIFICATION
Free Standing Edge Protection System - Specification
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Guard Angel freestanding edge protection system is a cantilevered guardrail system that does not require
any mechanical fixing into the roof surface. This system has been designed and manufactured to fully comply
with current HSE regulations.
MATERIAL
The main and intermediate uprights are fabricated from 2 x 54 mm pre galvanised steel to BS EN ISO 1461,
with the upper and lower cross rails manufactured from 2 x 54mm external diameter pre galvanised steel. The
lower leg sections are manufactured from 3x47.6mm hot dipped galvanised steel. Also available polyester
powder coated.
The rubber counterweight is manufactured from 100% recycled rubber compound with the fixing screws
manufactured from zinc-coated steel.
SAFETY STANDARDS
Our Freestanding guardrail is tested to the following safety standards:
•
HSG-33 Health and safety in roof work.
•
HSE INDG 284 “Working on roofs”.
•
EN ISO 14122 Part 3.
•
EN 13374 Class A.
•
BS 6399: Part 2 1995 Wind Code.
INSTALLATION
Free Standing Edge Protection - System Configuration
NOTE: Wherever possible the starting point for all installations should be the corners,
remembering to carry out the initial setting out a minimum distance of 2m from the edge of
the roof.
Step 1 - Corner assembly
Begin by assembling a complete corner unit consisting of one weighted upright,
one un-weighted upright, one counter weight, two sweeping 90 deg bends and two handrail
tubes cut to length.
Cut two handrail tubes down to form two tubes at 1200mm and two at 1300mm.
Take the one upright and connect a counter weight to it, Insert one 1200mm tube into
the top of the Top riser coupler and one 1300mm tube into the bottom of the top riser
coupler, fully tightening the screws as you do so. Repeat the process for connecting
the cut tubes to the SUP.
Join the un-weighted upright assemblies using two sweeping bends ensuring that all the
screws are fully tightened.
Using two people carry the corner assembly to the roof edge, being careful to remain
behind the assembly at all times.
INSTALLATION
Free Standing Edge Protection - System Configuration
Step 2 - Setting out
Starting at the corner, place the 2.5m handrail tubes end to end in pairs along the length of the roof and starting
from the corner alternate a counter weight/upright and an un-weighted upright between each pair of handrail
tubes
Once the weighted uprights and the un-weighted uprights are in place connect a counterweight to the alternate
uprights.
Step 3 - Section assembly
Once the setting out is complete continue to assemble the first 2 bay section by connecting the second and
third pair of handrail tubes to the first and second uprights and fully tighten the screws.
Join these two weighted upright assemblies together using an un-weighted uprights. You now have a
completed two bay section. Repeat the above process until all the two bay sections are assembled.
Step 4 - Positioning.
Using at least two people positioned behind the assembly, carefully carry a two bay into position at the edge of
the roof.
The two bay sections should be positioned leaving a single bay between each one.
INSTALLATION
Free Standing Edge Protection - System Configuration
Step 5 - Final assembly
Using the remaining handrail piece - in between the two bay assemblies.
By placing one person either side of the opening behind the existing handrail assemblies, connect the
remaining handrail tubes into the top and bottom of the top riser sections on each upright fully tightening the
screws as you go.
System Components
& Specifications
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MAIN UPRIGHT
FREE STANDING
THE MAIN UPRIGHT
The main upright sits on the roof and has a counterbalance weight attached, and the adjustable top riser unit.
The foot of the upright which rests on the roof is a moulded rubber boot to prevent piercing to the roof waterproofing layer.
By loosening the fixing screws in the body of the top riser, the unit can be raised or lowered on the main upright to adjust the
height of the top and middle rails or to raise and lower the main upright.
MATERIALS
The main upright is manufactured from 2mm x 54mm pre galvanised steel tube, also is available powder coated to any RAL
colour.
NOTE: Main upright shown here with top riser unit attached.
INTERMEDIATE UPRIGHT
FREE STANDING
THE INTERMEDIATE UPRIGHT
The intermediate upright is designed to be installed un-weighted as an intermediate support. Just as with the main
upright, this component consists of two separate components but is delivered pre-assembled ready to install.
The intermediate upright also features the protective moulded rubber boot to isolate the foot from the roof membrane.
MATERIALS
The intermediate upright is manufactured from 2mm x 50mm pre galvanised steel tube, and is also available powder
coated to any RAL colour.
NOTE: Intermediate upright shown here with top riser unit attached.
COUNTERWEIGHT
FREE STANDING
COUNTERWEIGHT
The weight is designed to be attached to each of the main uprights, and is fixed in place with a small zinc coated grub
screw which provides the necessary counterbalance weight to prevent the system from being moved.
MATERIALS
The weight is 20kg and is manufactured from 100% recycled rubber compound.
DOUBLE WEIGHT CONNECTOR
FREE STANDING SYSTEMS
DOUBLE WEIGHT CONNECTOR
The Double Weight Connector is used on the free standing system to allow 2 weights to be attached to one leg when
used at an end of a system or a gate termination.
MATERIALS
Manufactured from 1.5mm x 47mm steel. These are also available powder coated to any RAL colour.
CROSS RAIL
ALL SYSTEMS
CROSS RAIL
All the main cross rails are supplied pre-cut to 2.50m lengths for ease of installation.
MATERIALS
The lightweight main rails are manufactured from 1.5mm light gauge, pre galvanised steel and are available powder
coated to any RAL colour.
THE SWEEPING BEND
ALL SYSTEMS
THE SWEEPING BEND
The sweeping bend is an ergonomically designed 90˚ swept bend. This flexible pre-formed component can be used for
both horizontal and vertical bends The fitting incorporates zinc coated grub screws for easy installation.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
THE VARIABLE BEND
ALL SYSTEMS
THE VARIABLE BEND
The sweeping bend is an ergonomically designed 90˚ swept bend. This flexible pre-formed component can be used for
both horizontal and vertical bends The fitting incorporates zinc coated grub screws for easy installation.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
RAIL JOINER
ALL SYSTEMS
RAIL JOINER
The Rail Joiner is used to re-join sections of horizontal rail should they have to be shortened for transport of mobility
on site.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
D-END
ALL SYSTEMS
THE ‘D’ END
The pre-formed 180˚ bend inserts into the top riser and is a quick and convenient way of terminating a run of guardrail.
This flexible pre-formed component can be used for both horizontal and vertical terminations.
MATERIALS
The ‘D’ end’s are manufactured from 2mm steel and is manufactured from pre galvanised steel.These are also
available powder coated to any RAL colour.
Profiled Roofing System
Installation
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SPECIFICATION
Profiled Roof Edge Protection System - Specification
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Guard Angel profiled roofing edge protection system is a guardrail system that is mechanically fixed into the
exterior roof surface using rivets. This system has been designed and manufactured to fully comply with current
HSE regulations.
MATERIAL
The main and intermediate uprights are fabricated from 2 x 54 mm pre galvanised steel to BS EN ISO 1461,
with the upper and lower cross rails manufactured from 2 x 54mm external diameter pre galvanised steel. The
lower leg sections are manufactured from 3x47.6mm hot dipped galvanised steel. Also available polyester
powder coated.
SAFETY STANDARDS
Our Freestanding guardrail is tested to the following safety standards:
•
HSG-33 Health and safety in roof work.
•
HSE INDG 284 “Working on roofs”.
•
EN ISO 14122 Part 3.
•
EN 13374 Class A.
•
BS 6399: Part 2 1995 Wind Code.
INSTALLATION
Top Fix Edge Protection - System Configuration
NOTE: Wherever possible the starting point for all installations should be the corners,
remembering to carry out the initial setting out a minimum distance of 2m from the edge of
the roof.
Step 1 - Corner assembly
Begin by assembling a complete corner unit consisting of two uprights, two
sweeping 90 deg bends and two handrail tubes cut to length.
Cut two handrail tubes down to form two tubes at 1200mm and two at 1300mm.
Take the one upright, Insert one 1200mm tube into the top of the Top riser coupler and
one 1300mm tube into the bottom of the top riser coupler, fully tightening the screws
as you do so. Repeat the process for connecting the cut tubes to the SUP.
Join the upright assemblies using two sweeping bends ensuring that all the screws are fully
tightened.
Using two people carry the corner assembly to the roof edge, being careful to remain
behind the assembly at all times.
Fix the base plate to the profile sheet using the specified rivets and sealing washers.
INSTALLATION
Top Fix Edge Protection - System Configuration
Step 2 - Setting out
Starting at the corner, place the 2.5m handrail tubes end to end in pairs along the length of
the roof and starting from the corner place an upright between each pair of handrail tubes
Step 3 - Section assembly
Once the setting out is complete continue to assemble the first 2 bay section by connecting
the second and third pair of handrail tubes to the first and second uprights and fully tighten
the screws.
Join these three upright assemblies together. You now have a completed two bay
section. Repeat the above process until all the two bay sections are assembled.
Step 4 - Positioning.
Using at least two people positioned behind the assembly, carefully carry a two bay into
position at the edge of the roof.
The two bay sections should be positioned leaving a single bay between each one.
Fix the base plate to the profile sheet using the specified rivets and sealing washers.
INSTALLATION
Top Fix Edge Protection - System Configuration
Step 5 - Final assembly
Using the remaining handrail piece - in between the two bay assemblies.
By placing one person either side of the opening behind the existing handrail
assemblies, connect the remaining handrail tubes into the top and bottom of the top riser
sections on each upright fully tightening the screws as you go.
System Components
& Specifications
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UPPER LEG
FIXED SYSTEMS
THE UPPER LEG
This is designed to be installed as an intermediate or end/corner support. This component consists of two separate
components but is delivered pre-assembled ready to install.
MATERIALS
The intermediate upright is manufactured from 2mm x 50mm pre galvanised steel tube, and is also available powder
coated to any RAL colour.
LOWER LEG
TOP FIX SYSTEMS
LOWER LEG
This lower leg is used for all fixed base systems.
MATERIALS
Manufactured from hot dip galvanised steel.
LEG FOOT
TOP FIX SYSTEMS
THE LEG FOOT
The Leg Foot is a hot dip galvanised foot for the upright leg section. This is fixed to the based plate used for the
profiled sheeting fix and the standing seam fix systems.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from mild steel and hot dip galvanised steel. These are also available powder coated
to any RAL colour.
BASE PLATE
TOP FIX SYSTEMS
THE BASE PLATE
The base plate is used for fixing to profiled and standing seam roofing systems. It should be used in conjunction with
the fixed foot and either the tek screws or clamps as required.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from aluminium.
CROSS RAIL
ALL SYSTEMS
CROSS RAIL
All the main cross rails are supplied pre-cut to 2.50m lengths for ease of installation.
MATERIALS
The lightweight main rails are manufactured from 1.5mm light gauge, pre galvanised steel and are available powder
coated to any RAL colour.
THE SWEEPING BEND
ALL SYSTEMS
THE SWEEPING BEND
The sweeping bend is an ergonomically designed 90˚ swept bend. This flexible pre-formed component can be used for
both horizontal and vertical bends The fitting incorporates zinc coated grub screws for easy installation.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
THE VARIABLE BEND
ALL SYSTEMS
THE VARIABLE BEND
The sweeping bend is an ergonomically designed 90˚ swept bend. This flexible pre-formed component can be used for
both horizontal and vertical bends The fitting incorporates zinc coated grub screws for easy installation.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
RAIL JOINER
ALL SYSTEMS
RAIL JOINER
The Rail Joiner is used to re-join sections of horizontal rail should they have to be shortened for transport of mobility
on site.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
D-END
ALL SYSTEMS
THE ‘D’ END
The pre-formed 180˚ bend inserts into the top riser and is a quick and convenient way of terminating a run of guardrail.
This flexible pre-formed component can be used for both horizontal and vertical terminations.
MATERIALS
The ‘D’ end’s are manufactured from 2mm steel and is manufactured from pre galvanised steel.These are also
available powder coated to any RAL colour.
FIXINGS
ROOFING FIX SYSTEMS
Rivets
Standing Seam Roofing
System
Installation
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SPECIFICATION
Profiled Roof Edge Protection System - Specification
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Guard Angel profiled roofing edge protection system is a guardrail system that is mechanically fixed into the
exterior roof surface using seam clamps. This system has been designed and manufactured to fully comply with
current HSE regulations.
MATERIAL
The main and intermediate uprights are fabricated from 2 x 54 mm pre galvanised steel to BS EN ISO 1461,
with the upper and lower cross rails manufactured from 2 x 54mm external diameter pre galvanised steel. The
lower leg sections are manufactured from 3x47.6mm hot dipped galvanised steel. Also available polyester
powder coated.
SAFETY STANDARDS
Our Freestanding guardrail is tested to the following safety standards:
•
HSG-33 Health and safety in roof work.
•
HSE INDG 284 “Working on roofs”.
•
EN ISO 14122 Part 3.
•
EN 13374 Class A.
•
BS 6399: Part 2 1995 Wind Code.
INSTALLATION
Top Fix Edge Protection - System Configuration
NOTE: Wherever possible the starting point for all installations should be the corners,
remembering to carry out the initial setting out a minimum distance of 2m from the edge of
the roof.
Step 1 - Corner assembly
Begin by assembling a complete corner unit consisting of two uprights, two
sweeping 90 deg bends and two handrail tubes cut to length.
Cut two handrail tubes down to form two tubes at 1200mm and two at 1300mm.
Take the one upright, Insert one 1200mm tube into the top of the Top riser coupler and
one 1300mm tube into the bottom of the top riser coupler, fully tightening the screws
as you do so. Repeat the process for connecting the cut tubes to the SUP.
Join the upright assemblies using two sweeping bends ensuring that all the screws are fully
tightened.
Using two people carry the corner assembly to the roof edge, being careful to remain
behind the assembly at all times.
Fix the base plate to the profile sheet using the standing seam clamps.
INSTALLATION
Top Fix Edge Protection - System Configuration
Step 2 - Setting out
Starting at the corner, place the 2.5m handrail tubes end to end in pairs along the length of
the roof and starting from the corner place an upright between each pair of handrail tubes
Step 3 - Section assembly
Once the setting out is complete continue to assemble the first 2 bay section by connecting
the second and third pair of handrail tubes to the first and second uprights and fully tighten
the screws.
Join these three upright assemblies together. You now have a completed two bay
section. Repeat the above process until all the two bay sections are assembled.
Step 4 - Positioning.
Using at least two people positioned behind the assembly, carefully carry a two bay into
position at the edge of the roof.
The two bay sections should be positioned leaving a single bay between each one.
Fix the base plate to the profile sheet using the standing seam clamps.
INSTALLATION
Top Fix Edge Protection - System Configuration
Step 5 - Final assembly
Using the remaining handrail piece - in between the two bay assemblies.
By placing one person either side of the opening behind the existing handrail
assemblies, connect the remaining handrail tubes into the top and bottom of the top riser
sections on each upright fully tightening the screws as you go.
System Components
& Specifications
Installation Manual
October 2015: Rev 1.0
UPPER LEG
FIXED SYSTEMS
THE UPPER LEG
This is designed to be installed as an intermediate or end/corner support. This component consists of two separate
components but is delivered pre-assembled ready to install.
MATERIALS
The intermediate upright is manufactured from 2mm x 50mm pre galvanised steel tube, and is also available powder
coated to any RAL colour.
LOWER LEG
TOP FIX SYSTEMS
LOWER LEG
This lower leg is used for all fixed base systems.
MATERIALS
Manufactured from hot dip galvanised steel.
LEG FOOT
TOP FIX SYSTEMS
THE LEG FOOT
The Leg Foot is a hot dip galvanised foot for the upright leg section. This is fixed to the based plate used for the
profiled sheeting fix and the standing seam fix systems.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from mild steel and hot dip galvanised steel. These are also available powder coated
to any RAL colour.
BASE PLATE
TOP FIX SYSTEMS
THE BASE PLATE
The base plate is used for fixing to profiled and standing seam roofing systems. It should be used in conjunction with
the fixed foot and either the tek screws or clamps as required.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from aluminium.
CROSS RAIL
ALL SYSTEMS
CROSS RAIL
All the main cross rails are supplied pre-cut to 2.50m lengths for ease of installation.
MATERIALS
The lightweight main rails are manufactured from 1.5mm light gauge, pre galvanised steel and are available powder
coated to any RAL colour.
THE SWEEPING BEND
ALL SYSTEMS
THE SWEEPING BEND
The sweeping bend is an ergonomically designed 90˚ swept bend. This flexible pre-formed component can be used for
both horizontal and vertical bends The fitting incorporates zinc coated grub screws for easy installation.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
THE VARIABLE BEND
ALL SYSTEMS
THE VARIABLE BEND
The sweeping bend is an ergonomically designed 90˚ swept bend. This flexible pre-formed component can be used for
both horizontal and vertical bends The fitting incorporates zinc coated grub screws for easy installation.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
RAIL JOINER
ALL SYSTEMS
RAIL JOINER
The Rail Joiner is used to re-join sections of horizontal rail should they have to be shortened for transport of mobility
on site.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
D-END
ALL SYSTEMS
THE ‘D’ END
The pre-formed 180˚ bend inserts into the top riser and is a quick and convenient way of terminating a run of guardrail.
This flexible pre-formed component can be used for both horizontal and vertical terminations.
MATERIALS
The ‘D’ end’s are manufactured from 2mm steel and is manufactured from pre galvanised steel.These are also
available powder coated to any RAL colour.
FIXINGS
ROOFING FIX SYSTEMS
Standing Seam Clamp
Concrete Structure Fixed
System
Installation
Installation Manual
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SPECIFICATION
Profiled Roof Edge Protection System - Specification
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Guard Angel profiled roofing edge protection system is a guardrail system that is mechanically fixed into the
exterior roof substrate suing suitable mechanical or chemical anchors. This system has been designed and
manufactured to fully comply with current HSE regulations.
MATERIAL
The main and intermediate uprights are fabricated from 2 x 54 mm pre galvanised steel to BS EN ISO 1461,
with the upper and lower cross rails manufactured from 2 x 54mm external diameter pre galvanised steel. The
lower leg sections are manufactured from 3x47.6mm hot dipped galvanised steel. Also available polyester
powder coated.
SAFETY STANDARDS
Our Freestanding guardrail is tested to the following safety standards:
•
HSG-33 Health and safety in roof work.
•
HSE INDG 284 “Working on roofs”.
•
EN ISO 14122 Part 3.
•
EN 13374 Class A.
•
BS 6399: Part 2 1995 Wind Code.
INSTALLATION
Fixed Edge Protection - System Configuration
NOTE: Wherever possible the starting point for all installations should be the corners,
remembering to carry out the initial setting out a minimum distance of 2m from the edge of
the roof.
Step 1 - Corner assembly
Begin by assembling a complete corner unit consisting of two uprights, two
sweeping 90 deg bends and two handrail tubes cut to length.
Cut two handrail tubes down to form two tubes at 1200mm and two at 1300mm.
Take the one upright, Insert one 1200mm tube into the top of the Top riser coupler and
one 1300mm tube into the bottom of the top riser coupler, fully tightening the screws
as you do so. Repeat the process for connecting the cut tubes to the SUP.
Join the upright assemblies using two sweeping bends ensuring that all the screws are fully
tightened.
Using two people carry the corner assembly to the roof edge, being careful to remain
behind the assembly at all times.
Fix the base to the concrete using suitable fixings designed for the substrate into which you
are performing the installation and to suit the required loadings as detailed in this manual.
INSTALLATION
Fixed Edge Protection - System Configuration
Step 2 - Setting out
Starting at the corner, place the 2.5m handrail tubes end to end in pairs along the length of
the roof and starting from the corner place an upright between each pair of handrail tubes
Step 3 - Section assembly
Once the setting out is complete continue to assemble the first 2 bay section by connecting
the second and third pair of handrail tubes to the first and second uprights and fully tighten
the screws.
Join these three upright assemblies together. You now have a completed two bay
section. Repeat the above process until all the two bay sections are assembled.
Step 4 - Positioning.
Using at least two people positioned behind the assembly, carefully carry a two bay into
position at the edge of the roof.
The two bay sections should be positioned leaving a single bay between each one.
Fix the base to the concrete using suitable fixings designed for the substrate into which you
are performing the installation and to suit the required loadings as detailed in this manual.
INSTALLATION
Fixed Edge Protection - System Configuration
Step 5 - Final assembly
Using the remaining handrail piece - in between the two bay assemblies.
By placing one person either side of the opening behind the existing handrail
assemblies, connect the remaining handrail tubes into the top and bottom of the top riser
sections on each upright fully tightening the screws as you go.
System Components
& Specifications
Installation Manual
October 2015: Rev 1.0
UPPER LEG
FIXED SYSTEMS
THE UPPER LEG
This is designed to be installed as an intermediate or end/corner support. This component consists of two separate
components but is delivered pre-assembled ready to install.
MATERIALS
The intermediate upright is manufactured from 2mm x 50mm pre galvanised steel tube, and is also available powder
coated to any RAL colour.
LOWER LEG
TOP FIX SYSTEMS
LOWER LEG
This lower leg is used for all fixed base systems.
MATERIALS
Manufactured from hot dip galvanised steel.
FIXED FOOT
ALL SYSTEMS
THE FIXED FOOT
The Fixed Foot is a hot dip galvanised foot for the upright leg section. This is used in the concrete fix, profiled
sheeting fix and the standing seam fix systems. It is also used as a wall end termination for all systems.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from mild steel and hot dip galvanised steel. These are also available powder coated
to any RAL colour.
CROSS RAIL
ALL SYSTEMS
CROSS RAIL
All the main cross rails are supplied pre-cut to 2.50m lengths for ease of installation.
MATERIALS
The lightweight main rails are manufactured from 1.5mm light gauge, pre galvanised steel and are available powder
coated to any RAL colour.
THE SWEEPING BEND
ALL SYSTEMS
THE SWEEPING BEND
The sweeping bend is an ergonomically designed 90˚ swept bend. This flexible pre-formed component can be used for
both horizontal and vertical bends The fitting incorporates zinc coated grub screws for easy installation.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
THE VARIABLE BEND
ALL SYSTEMS
THE VARIABLE BEND
The sweeping bend is an ergonomically designed 90˚ swept bend. This flexible pre-formed component can be used for
both horizontal and vertical bends The fitting incorporates zinc coated grub screws for easy installation.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
RAIL JOINER
ALL SYSTEMS
RAIL JOINER
The Rail Joiner is used to re-join sections of horizontal rail should they have to be shortened for transport of mobility
on site.
MATERIALS
The swept bend is manufactured from 2mm steel and manufactured from pre galvanised steel. These are also available
powder coated to any RAL colour.
D-END
ALL SYSTEMS
THE ‘D’ END
The pre-formed 180˚ bend inserts into the top riser and is a quick and convenient way of terminating a run of guardrail.
This flexible pre-formed component can be used for both horizontal and vertical terminations.
MATERIALS
The ‘D’ end’s are manufactured from 2mm steel and is manufactured from pre galvanised steel.These are also
available powder coated to any RAL colour.
FIXINGS
ROOFING FIX SYSTEMS
Fixings for concrete or similar fixing are not supplied.
Fixings should be selected in accordance with the loading required and
also the material into which the system is being installed.
Load applied to the Fixed Foot
Load required per fixing
= 4kN in each direction
= 2kN
RE-CERTIFICATION
Free Standing Edge Protection - System Configuration
•
We recommend that the guardrail installation should be inspected periodically by a
competent person. The frequency of these inspections will depend upon the environment,
location, and utilisation, but should be at least every twelve months.
•
Visual inspection of the complete installation in accordance with the current needs of the
client. Check if any new equipment has been installed on the roof that may require further
guardrail protection.
•
Check against the original installation drawing to see if any part of the installation has been
modified.
•
Check that all counterweights are installed (this is essential in order to comply with wind
calculations).
•
Check all screws and fixings are in place and sufficiently tightened.
•
Check the height of the top rails and that they are level.
UK
Riverside
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Congleton
Cheshire
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United Kingdom
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NETHERLANDS
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The Netherlands
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