RAILING SIMPLIFIED
IRON RAILING | CABLE RAILING | ALUMINUM RAILING | GLASS RAILING | BALUSTERS | POST CAPS & LED LIGHTING
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IRON RAILING
Introduction5
Features & Benefits
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Selection9
CABLE RAILING
Introduction13
Features & Benefits
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Selection17
ALUMINUM RAILING
Introduction21
Features & Benefits
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Selection25
GLASS RAILING
Introduction29
Features & Benefits
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Selection33
BALUSTERS
Introduction37
Features & Benefits
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Selection
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POST CAPS & LED LIGHTING
Introduction
Features & Benefits
Selection
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RESOURCES
Systems53
Product
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COMMERCIAL
Introduction
Features & Benefits
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PRODUCTS THAT ENCLOSE. DESIGNS THAT LIBERATE.
There’s a reason Fortress Railing Products is one of
the strongest brands in the railing industry. From
commercial, code-tested products to diverse residential
styles, Fortress Railing Products is a category creator,
with a complete line of railing solutions to turn your
outdoor space into a living place. Our products feature
thoughtful designs constructed with the strength of
more than 40 years of innovation. There’s a security that
comes with having so many options at your fingertips,
and that’s because they’re not just options—
they’re solutions. That’s why Fortress Railing
Products also offers unique customizations
beyond railings, with a powerful selection
of accessories to open up new options for
your enclosure. So whether you’re looking
for aluminum, iron, or a different aesthetic
entirely, you can feel secure that with Fortress,
your imagination won’t be boxed in.
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WHY FORTRESS RAILING?
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QUALITY
Fortress Railing Products coats its products with durable, multi-layered anti-corrosion coating technology adopted from the
high-end automotive industry, which translates into virtually maintenance free and long lasting railing products.
STRENGTH
Fortress Railing Products is focused and committed to manufacturing the strongest railing systems on the market. Fortress
Railing Products is proactive in having its products tested to meet or exceed code for various single, multi-family and
commercial applications.
INNOVATION
Fortress Railing Products is an industry leader with its proprietary pre-welded panel systems as well as its modular caps and
lighting system, and are committed to designing innovative products to enhance the decking and railing industry, which
ultimately transforms outdoor spaces.
VERSALITY
Fortress Railing Products not only offers a full range of railing product lines but also offers a large variety of customizing
options within each of its product lines for limitless combination possibilities. Regardless of projects utilizing full Fortress
systems or in conjunction with other decking and railing materials, Fortress Railing Products are ideal for any project.
EASE OF INSTALLATION
Fortress Railing Products designs its railing systems for easy installation with simple to use bracket systems or other simple
installation components, which drastically reduces installation time.
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SIMPLIFIED
Gloss Black
Antique Bronze
Black Sand
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IRON MADE. FORTRESS STRONG.
Iron Railing
Fortress Fe26 Iron Railing is a pre-welded, easily customized and enhanced version of traditional wrought iron railing that brings
unparalleled quality to any patio, deck, balcony or porch. It provides a clean, classic appearance that is versatile for a variety of
applications and surfaces. Pre-galvanized steel, zinc phosphate, e-coat and premium powder coating make it the most elegant and
durable iron railing system on the market.
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FEATURES & BENEFITS
PREMIUM FINISH
• Pre-welded Panels with Patent Pending bracket system
• FortressShield Coated utilizing advanced automotive coating process to
resist rust and corrosion
Fortress Fe26 Iron Railing is available in three premium
finishes engineered to withstand the elements.
• Many customizing options to choose from
• Use with Wood, Composite, Vinyl or Fortress Iron Posts
• Quick and Easy Installation
• Fortress Fe26 Panels are tested in accordance with AC273 & OBC/NBCC
Gloss Black
Antique Bronze
Black Sand
Protected with
Premium Powder Coat
E-Coat
Quality Pre-treatment
Zinc Galvanized
SIMPLE ASSEMBLY
EASY AS 1, 2, 3 FORTRESS
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Iron Railing
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| IRON RAILING
SELECTION SIMPLIFIED
| PANELS
All panels can be used with several types of posts such as Metal, Wood, Vinyl or Composite
LEVEL
TRADITIONAL
VIENNA
40"
34"
40"
34"
28"
8'
6’ | 8’ | 10’
10' panels available in 34" height only
STAIR
ORNAMENTAL
TRADITIONAL ADJUSTABLE
40"
34"
40"
34"
28"
40˚
8’
6' | 8'
I-Support
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(Panel support optional)
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POSTS
BRACKETS
All post base plates are pre-drilled enabling ease of
wiring for lighting installations
UNIVERSAL BRACKET
Hidden Fasteners (Patent Pending)
45.5” | 55”
(Goes with 40” Railing
panel or 34” Rail panel
when using Accent Top
Panels)
39.5” | 49”
(Goes with 34” Railing
panel and with 28” Rail
panel when using Accent
Top Panel)
45.5"
39.5"
49"
55"
UB
(Level)
UB-ANG
(Add to Universal
Bracket for Stair
or Angle/Miter
Application)
PATIO BRACKET
Patio Bracket Standard
(Level)
Patio Bracket ADJ
(Stair or Angle/Miter
Applications)
(For on-grade 30” or less above ground)
COLLAR BRACKET
Traditional Fasteners
2”
3”
2”
3”
(For Fascia Mount
applications only)
Iron Railing
(Post Base Cover
included in post box)
Base Cover not Required
CB
(Level)
CBS-ADJ
(Angle/Miter)
CB-ADJ
(Stair)
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PANEL ACCESSORIES
ACCENT TOP PANEL
Basket (Gloss Black Only)
ACCENT TOP RAIL
KNUCKLES
CAP RAIL CLIP
Colonial Round
8’
Ring Top
Circle Top
3 Rail
8’
8’
8’
GATES
ORNAMENTS
2D Star
Mountains
3D Star
TRADITIONAL GATE
4CS
(Make a gate)
40"
34"
40"
34"
Elk
(To be used for ornamental panels only)
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GATE UPRIGHTS
34.5”
(Hinges, Locks and Latches are available)
Maximum Overall width 48”
POST ACCESSORIES
CAPS
(Without Lighting Capability)
Pressed Dome Cap
2” | 3”
CAPS
(With Lighting Capability)
Ball Cap
Flat Pyramid Cap
(Gloss Black only)
(For details on applications visit the
FortressAccents on Page 45)
2” | 3”
ACCENT LIGHTING
LED LIGHT MOUNTS
POST BASE COVER
HANDRAIL
2” | 3”
Shown with Cap
Light Kit
SQUARE (IRON)
(Use with Wood, Vinyl or
Composite Posts)
2” | 3”
Shown with
Glow Ring
3.5” | 4” | 5” | 6”
This is available in ALL finishes of
Gloss Black, Antique Bronze, White,
& Black Sand
ROUND (ALUMINUM)
Iron Railing
(For details on applications visit the
FortressAccents on Page 45)
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CABLE RAILING
SIMPLIFIED
Black Sand
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CABLE MADE. FORTRESS EASY.
Cable Railing
Research told us that Cable Railing was very difficult to install and very costly. With that in mind, Fortress set out on a mission to not
only simplify Cable Railing but to create the first vertical Cable Railing system in the industry. We have succeeded! Now Cable Railing
is not only affordable, anyone can install it. The sleek top and bottom rail make this option a great choice for style and function.
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FEATURES & BENEFITS
• 1st Vertical Cable Railing Panel in the Cable Railing Industry
• FortressShield Coated utilizing advanced automotive coating
process to resist rust and corrosion
PREMIUM FINISH
Fortress Cable Railing Black Sand finish is engineered
to withstand the elements.
• Pre-assembled for ease of installation
• 316 Marine Grade Stainless Steel Cable and Components
• Works with Wood, Composite, Vinyl and Fortress Iron Posts
• Quick and Easy Installation
• Meets AC273, NBCC, OBC, ABC, and BCBC standards
Black Sand
Protected with
Premium Powder Coat
E-Coat
Quality Pre-treatment
Zinc Galvanized
SIMPLE ASSEMBLY
EASY AS 1, 2, 3 FORTRESS
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CHOOSE
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CABLE RAILING
SELECTION SIMPLIFIED
| PANELS
All panels can be used with several types of posts such as Metal, Wood, Vinyl or Composite
LEVEL
STAIR
ADJUSTABLE
40"
34"
6’ | 8’
40"
34"
8’
(8’ Shown)
I-Support
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Reference the Fortress Railing Product Grid on page 65 for exact dimensions
(Panel support optional)
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POSTS
BRACKETS
All post base plates are pre-drilled enabling ease of wiring for
lighting installations.
UNIVERSAL BRACKET
45.5” | 55”
(Goes with 40” railing panel)
Hidden Fasteners (Patent Pending)
39.5” | 49”
(Goes with 34” railing panel)
(Post Base Covers
included in box)
2”
49"
55"
3”
UB-05
(Level)
UB-05 ANG
(Add to UB Bracket
for Stair or Angle
Application)
2”
3”
(For Fascia Mount
applications only)
Cable Railing
40.5"
39.5"
Base Cover is not Required
Please refer to the Fortress Railing Product Grid on page 65 for specific applications
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PANEL ACCESSORIES
FLAT ACCENT
TOP RAIL
CAP RAIL CLIP
1.25” Cap Rail Clip only used with Cable
Rail System - only available in Black Sand
finish
POST ACCESSORIES
CAPS
(Without Lighting
Capability)
Pressed Dome Cap
2” | 3”
FortressAccents
ACCENT LIGHTING
(Use with Wood, Vinyl or
Composite Posts)
(For details on applications visit the
FortressAccents on Page 45)
POST BASE COVER
3.5” | 4” | 5” | 6”
This is available in ALL finishes of
Gloss Black, Antique Bronze, White,
& Black Sand
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LED LIGHT MOUNTS
CAPS
(With Lighting Capability)
For details on applications visit the
FortressAccents on Page 45
Flat Pyramid Cap
HANDRAIL
SQUARE (IRON)
2” | 3”
Shown with Cap
Light Kit
2” | 3”
Shown with
Glow Ring
ROUND (ALUMINUM)
Cable Railing
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SIMPLIFIED
Gloss Black
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ALUMINUM MADE. FORTRESS DURABLE.
Aluminum Railing
Fortress Al13 is an innovative, first of its kind, fully pre-welded aluminum railing system. Distinctly different from aluminum kits,
Fortress Al13 is attractive and easy to install with its simple bracket system. It also has superior performance in strength and safety,
which is a unique benefit to a pre-welded system. Quality welding and premium powder coating create a virtually maintenance free
system designed for use in a variety of environments.
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FEATURES & BENEFITS
• Pre-welded Panels with Patent Pending bracket system
• Distinctly different from the traditional Aluminum Kits
• Tested in accordance with AC273, NBCC, OBC, ABC & BCBC
PREMIUM FINISH
Fortress Al13 Aluminum Railing is available in three
premium finishes engineered to withstand the
elements.
• Quick and Easy Installation
• 100% recyclable
• Superior performance in strength and safety
• Use with Wood, Composite, Vinyl or Fortress Aluminum posts
Gloss Black
White
Black Sand
Protected with
Premium Grade
Powder Coat
Quality Pre-Treatment
Alloy Extruded
Tube
SIMPLE ASSEMBLY
EASY AS 1, 2, 3 FORTRESS
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Aluminum Railing
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SELECTION SIMPLIFIED
| PANELS
All panels can be used with several types of posts such as Metal, Wood, Vinyl or Composite
LEVEL
STAIR
TRADITIONAL
TRADITIONAL ADJUSTABLE
40"
34"
40"
34"
40°
6’ | 8’
8’
I-Support
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(Panel support optional)
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POSTS
BRACKETS - PATENT PENDING
All post base plates are pre-drilled enabling
ease of wiring for lighting installations.
EVOLVE BRACKETS
Hidden Fasteners
45.5”
(Goes with 40” Rail panel or 34” Railing
panel when using Accent Top Panels)
39.5”
(Goes with 34” Railing panel)
External
(Level)
Patent Pending
External Large
(only use when installing an
Accent Top Panel) - (Level)
Stair
Angle
(used for Miter applications)
(Post Base Covers
included in box)
Aluminum Railing
Low Profile Fasteners
3”
Internal
(Use Stair/Angle brackets
from above to coordinate)
(Level)
P2 Level
(Must use when installing Accent Top Rail, can
also be used to install Accent Top Panel)
(Level and Angle/Miter)
P2 Stair
Please refer to the Fortress Railing Product Grid on page 67 for specific applications
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PANEL ACCESSORIES
ACCENT TOP PANEL
ACCENT TOP RAIL
CAP RAIL CLIP
Circle Top
8’
Ring Top
Colonial Flat Accent Top Rail
8’
3 Rail
8’
POST ACCESSORIES
CAPS
(Without Lighting Capability)
Flat Pryamid Cap
3”
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Ball Cap
3”
FortressAccents
CAPS
POST BASE COVER
(With Lighting Capability)
Flat Pyramid Cap
3”
Shown with Cap
Light Kit
(Use with Wood, Vinyl or
Composite Posts)
3”
Shown with
Glow Ring
3.5” | 4” | 5” | 6”
This is available in ALL finishes of
Gloss Black, Antique Bronze, White,
& Black Sand
GATES
TRADITIONAL GATE
GATE UPRIGHTS
(Make a gate)
40”
34”
40”
34”
Maximum overall width 48”
34.5”
(Hinges, Locks and Latches are available)
ACCENT LIGHTING
LED LIGHT MOUNTS
HANDRAIL
ROUND
Aluminum Railing
(For details on applications visit the
FortressAccents on Page 45)
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PURE VIEW | GLASS RAILING
SIMPLIFIED
Gloss Black
Aluminum (Preslotted & Full Glass), Iron (Preslotted)
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(Iron Preslotted)
Lifetime
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White
Aluminum (Preslotted & Full Glass)
Black Sand
Aluminum (Preslotted & Full Glass), Iron (Preslotted)
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Aluminum Rails
Iron Rails
GLASS MADE. FORTRESS CLEAR.
Glass Railing
Traditionally when using a glass system it is complicated to order and install. Fortress has simplified the Glass Railing industry by
developing a simple drop in solution that is easy. Choose your design by the choice of Full Glass Panel or Glass Balusters and enjoy
the view with peace of mind that your system is not only beautiful but Fortress Strong.
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PREMIUM FINISH
• Open your view - it’s clearly a good idea!
• Quicker, easier installation with “Drop in” style glass panel and balusters
• Minimal rail profile for unobstructed view
Fortress Pure View Glass Railing is available in four
premium finishes engineered to withstand the
elements.
• Works with Wood, Composite, Vinyl or Fortress Posts
(Not available for
Full Glass Panels)
• Premium powder coat offers long term, low maintenance, system
• Cost effective and elegant glass railing system eliminating custom
cutting of glass panels
Gloss Black
Antique Bronze
Architechtural
Premium
PowderGrade
coat
Powder Coat
Premium Powder coat
Chromium
Phosphate
Quality
Pre-Treatment
Coating
E-Coat
6063-T6
Alloy
Alloy
Extruded
Extrude Tube
Tube
Quality Pre-Treatment
SIMPLE ASSEMBLY
Zinc Galvanized
EASY AS 1, 2, 3 FORTRESS
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Aluminum Rails Only
(Aluminum Rails Only)
Iron Rails Only
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Glass Railing
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Protected with
• Glass Balusters Tested in accordance with AC273, IRC & OBC/NBCC
CHOOSE
PANELS
White
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PURE VIEW | GLASS RAILING
SELECTION SIMPLIFIED
| PANELS
All panels can be used with several types of posts such as Metal, Wood,
Vinyl or Composite.
LEVEL
STAIR
FULL GLASS PANEL (ALUMINUM RAILS)
GLASS BALUSTERS ADJUSTABLE (ALUMINUM & IRON RAIL OPTIONS)
Glass Widths: 31.25” | 36.25” | 41.25” | 46.25” | 51.25” | 56.25” | 61.25”
Choose from Iron or Aluminum for your pre-slotted rails.
40”
34”
6’
GLASS BALUSTERS (ALUMINUM & IRON RAIL OPTIONS)
Choose from Iron or Aluminum for your pre-slotted rails.
40”
34”
26”
6’
40”
34”
26”
(Range of adjustability from
25 to 37 degrees)
Iron
(Panel Supports Required)
6’
33
Aluminum
Reference the Fortress Railing Product Grid on page 67 for exact dimensions
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POSTS
BRACKETS
45.5”
(Goes with 40” rail panel)
Traditional Fasteners
All post base plates are pre-drilled enabling
ease of wiring for lighting installations.
IRON
COLLAR BRACKET
ALUMINUM
EVOLVE BRACKET
Hidden Fasteners
39.5”
(Goes with any rail panel
height of 34” and below)
CBS-ADJ-05
(Angle)
CB-ADJ-05
(Stair)
UNIVERSAL BRACKET
Hidden Fasteners (Patent Pending)
(Post Base Covers
included in box)
2”
(Iron)
External
(Level)
(Patent Pending)
External Large
(only use with Accent
Top Panels)
Stair
Angle
Low Profile Fasteners
3”
(Iron & Aluminum)
UB-05
(Level)
UB-ANG-05
(Add to Universal
Bracket for Stair or
Angle Applications)
Internal
(Level)
P2 Level
Must use when using Accent
Top Rail or for use with
Accent Top Panels
(Level or Angle)
P2 Stair
(Stair)
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CB-05
(Level)
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POST ACCESSORIES
CAPS
(Without Lighting Capability)
2” | 3”
Ball Cap
(Iron and Gloss
Black only)
2” | 3”
Pressed Dome Cap
(Iron Only)
POST BASE COVER
CAPS
(Use with Wood, Vinyl or
Composite Posts)
(With Lighting Capability)
3”
Ball Cap
(Aluminum only)
3”
Flat Pryamid Cap
(Aluminum Only)
Flat Pyramid Cap
2” | 3”
Shown with Cap
Light Kit
2” | 3”
Shown with
Glow Ring
(For details on applications visit the FortressAccents on Page 45)
3.5” | 4” | 5” | 6”
This is available in ALL finishes of
Gloss Black, Antique Bronze, White,
& Black Sand
GATES
ACCENT LIGHTING
(Use with Glass Balusters only)
(For details on applications visit the
FortressAccents on Page 45)
GATE UPRIGHTS (MAKE A GATE)
LED LIGHT MOUNTS
40”
34”
Iron Gate Upright kit
Maximum width of 48”
HANDRAIL: SQUARE | ROUND
40”
34”
Aluminum Gate Upright Kit
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Maximum width of 48”
Glass Railing
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BALUSTERS
SIMPLIFIED
Gloss Black
Antique Bronze
Black Sand
Rust
Oil Rubbed Bronze
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Glass
IRON AND GLASS MADE. FORTRESS STYLE.
Balusters
Fortress Railing Balusters are offered in four distinct series: Vienna, Vintage, Mega and Glass. Each series offers its own style and
identity to transform your individual project design into reality. Metal Balusters are pre-galvanized and premium powder coated to
provide the ultimate combination of strength and appearance with low maintenance living.
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PREMIUM FINISH
• 100% galvanized steel balusters with premium powder coat finish
• Face Mount installation or surface mount installation
• Mix and match stylish designs including: Square, Round, 1 basket, 2 basket, 1 twist,
and 2 twist
Fortress Metal Railing Balusters are available in up to
five premium finishes engineered to withstand the
elements.
• Easy to install with our Fortress mounting system
• Use with Wood, Composite or Vinyl Rails and Posts
• This is a great way to replace wood balusters with something more durable
Gloss Black
Antique Bronze
Black Sand
Rust
Oil Rubbed
Bronze
Glass
SIMPLE ASSEMBLY
EASY AS 1, 2, 3 FORTRESS
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SELECTION SIMPLIFIED
| BALUSTER
IRON: FACE MOUNTED
(No Mounts needed, screws included)
VINTAGE: SQUARE
VIENNA: BELLY
42”
31”
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VIENNA: BOW
31”
31”
IRON: SURFACE MOUNTED
GLASS: SURFACE MOUNTED
VINTAGE: ROUND
GLASS BALUSTER WITH SHOE MOUNT
32”
26”
GLASS BALUSTER WITH CLIP MOUNT
32”
26”
40”
34”
26”
Balusters
MEGA: SQUARE
40”
34”
26”
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IRON
VINTAGE: ROUND EZ MOUNTS
LEVEL
VINTAGE: ROUND NYLON SHOE MOUNTS
STAIR
MEGA: SQUARE EZ MOUNTS
LEVEL
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LEVEL
STAIR
MEGA: SQUARE NYLON SHOE MOUNTS
STAIR
LEVEL
STAIR
Please Note: Mounts are chosen based on choices of balusters. They will only work with a certain baluster dimension.
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| MOUNTS
GLASS
SHOE MOUNT
(Available in Level and Stair
Options for Glass Balusters)
CLIP MOUNT
BALUSTER DESIGN OPTIONS
1 BASKET
2 BASKET
(Can be used with Level or Stair
Glass Balusters)
(Available for Vintage Round, Vintage Square and Mega Square)
2” x 4” Nylon Rail Bracket
(Use for Level or Stair Rail
Connections)
1 TWIST
2 TWIST
45 degree/Angle (Miter) 2” x 4”
Nylon Rail Bracket
(Available for Vintage Square and Mega Square ,
excluding 42” option)
Balusters
RAIL TO POST CONNECTIONS
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FORTRESSACCENTS POST CAPS &
SIMPLIFIED
LED LIGHTING
Gloss Black
Antique Bronze
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Post Caps and Lighting
Black Sand
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FortressAccents
FortressAccents is a complete line of post caps, base covers and LED Lighting accessories for decks, patios and other outdoor
spaces. Our Patent Pending technology, takes lighting to a whole new level with easy installation and user friendly function.
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FEATURES & BENEFITS
PREMIUM FINISH
• Strong and durable die-cast aluminum post
base covers and caps
FortressAccents LED Lighting is available in four
premium finishes engineered to withstand the
elements.
• Multiple Energy efficient LED lighting options
• Versatile - use with a variety of decking and
railing materials
• Most FortressAccents components are ETL Listed
• LED Lighting is virtually maintenance free backed by a 10
year warranty
Gloss Black
Antique Bronze
White
Black Sand
Patented
SIMPLE ASSEMBLY
EASY AS 1, 2, 3 FORTRESS
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POST CAPS & LIGHTING
CHOOSE
2
SURFACE LIGHTING
CHOOSE
3
INSTALLATION COMPONETS
FORTRESS
FortressAccents
CHOOSE
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FORTRESSACCENTS LED LIGHTING
SELECTION SIMPLIFIED
ONE | POST CAPS & POST CAP LIGHTING
POST CAPS
2” | 3” | 3.5” | 4” | 5” | 6”
Gloss Black
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2” | 3” | 3.5” | 4” | 5” | 6”
Antique Bronze
3” | 3.5” | 4” | 5” | 6”
White
2” | 3” | 3.5” | 4” | 5” | 6”
Black Sand
LED CAP LIGHT KIT
LED GLOW RING
Transform Flat Pyramid Caps by simply
dropping in the LED Cap Light Kit
during new or existing FortressAccents
Flat Pyramid Cap installation.
Transform Flat Pyramid Caps by
dropping in an LED Glow Ring during
new or existing FortressAccents Flat
Pyramid Cap installation.
• Light 1, 2, 3 or all 4 sides
• Available in 2”, 3”, 3.5”, 4”, 5” and 6” to
fit respective sizes of FortressAccents
Caps
TWO | LED LIGHTING
Dress up your posts with LED Vertical
Post Lights. They are perfect for
corner posts near stairs to illuminate
walkways.
LED SURFACE MOUNT
LIGHT & FORSTNER BIT
Light your deck surface, path or stair
treads with LED Surface Mount Lights.
(Use Forstner Bit for easy installation)
LED UNIVERSAL LIGHT
LED Universal Lights are ideal for any
location. Place them under the rails of a
Fortress Railing panel or on stairs.
FortressAccents
LED VERTICAL
POST LIGHT
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THREE | INSTALLATION COMPONENTS
TRANSFORMER (36W)
TRANSFORMER (30W)
Recommended for installation of
FortressAccents LED lighting
Recommended for installation of
FortressAccents LED lighting
Class 2 power supply
suitable for wet locations.
(includes dimmer, timer and photocell)
FORSTNER BIT
Recommended for installation of
FortressAccents LED Surface Mount Light
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BULK WIRE 18-2 AWG
Recommended for installation of
FortressAccents LED lighting
FortressAccents
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FORTRESS RAILING PANEL SYSTEM
SIMPLIFIED
MOUNT POSTS
Fe26 | IRON RAILING
Fortress Posts must always be secured to the deck framing and
should never be attached to only the deck boards.
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MOUNT BRACKETS & PANELS
OPTION 1:
UNIVERSAL BRACKETS
UB-04
Cap
UB-04
Cap
UB-04
Cup
UB-04
Cup
UB-04
Cap
UB-04
Cap
UB-04
Cup
Fe26 Traditional Panel
UB-04
Cup
Base Cover
Installed
UB-04 Cap
UB-05
Cap
UB-05
Cup
UB-04 Cup
Slide ATP onto the top rail
of Fe26 Traditional Panel
UB-04 Cap
UB-04 Cup
UB-05
Cap
UB-05
Cup
UB-04
Cap
Base Cover
Installed
UB-04
Cap
UB-04 Cup
UB-04 Cup
UB Cap
STAIR WITH
UNIVERSAL BRACKETS
UB 04 angle adapter
Installed UB
Angle Bracket
Railing System
UNIVERSAL BRACKET:
ANGLE/MITER
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OPTION 2:
COLLAR BRACKETS
CB-04 brackets slide over rails
CB-04 and CB-05
Brackets slide over rails
CB-04
Slide ATP onto the top rail
of Fe26 Traditional Panel
CB-04
CB-05
Base Cover
Installed
Base Cover
Installed
CB-04
COLLAR BRACKET:
ANGLE/MITER (CBS-04)
CB-04
STAIR WITH
COLLAR BRACKETS
CB ADJ Cup
CB Adjustable
Post Plate
Hinge Pin
Set Screw
All 4 Brackets
Ball Cap
Pressed Dome Cap
CBS-04
Angle Bracket
CBS-04
Angle Bracket
CBS-04
Angle Bracket
3-7/8"
Base Cover
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CBS-04
Angle Bracket
FE26 Traditional Panel
69-1/2" or 93-1/2"
2" X 2" or 3" X 3" Iron Posts with Base
Support Blocks
Hinge Pin Screw
MOUNT POSTS
Fe26 | CABLE RAILING
MOUNT BRACKETS & PANELS
Fortress Posts must always be secured to the deck framing and
should never be attached to only the deck boards.
ATR
Wood Cap
ATR
Spacer
UNIVERSAL BRACKETS
Cap Rail Clip
Epoxy
At Each
Spacer
Wood or Composite Top Rail
Flat Accent Rail
UB-05
UB-05
UB-05
Cap Rail Clip
UB-05
Railing System
OPTION 1:
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UNIVERSAL BRACKETS: ANGLE/MITER
Pressed Dome Cap
Ball Cap
UB-05 Bracket
Accent Top Rail
UB-05 Bracket
UB-05 Angle Adapter
UB-05 Angle Adapter
UB-05 Cap
UB-05 Cap
UB-05 Angle Adapter
UB-05 Angle Adapter
Vertical Cable Panel
69-1/2" or 93-1/2"
UB-05 Bracket
Base Cover
UB-05 Bracket
2" X 2" or 3" X 3" Iron Posts with Base
Ball Cap
UB-05 Bracket
UNIVERSAL BRACKETS:
STARE WITH UB-05 ANGLE
ADAPTER
UB-05 Angle Adapter
Accent Top Rail
Pressed Dome Cap
UB-05 Cap
UB-05 Angle Adapter
UB-05 Bracket
UB-05 Bracket
UB-05 Angle
Adapter
Vertical Stair Cable Panel 92.7"
UB-05 Cap
UB-05 Angle
Adapter
UB-05 Bracket
2" X 2" or 3" X 3" Iron Posts with Base
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Base Cover
MOUNT POSTS
Al13 | ALUMINUM RAILING
MOUNT BRACKETS & PANELS
Fortress Posts must always be secured to the deck framing and
should never be attached to only the deck boards.
OPTION 1:
EVOLVE EXTERNAL BRACKETS
Al13 Pressed Fit Flat
Pyramid Cap
Evolve External
Cap
13
13
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve
External
Cap
Evolve
External
Cup
Support Block (Optional)
Al Traditional Panel
69” or 93”
13
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve
External
Cap
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve
Large
External
Cup
Al13 Pressed Fit Ball Cap
Evolve External
Cap
Al13 Accent Top Panel
Evolve Large External Cap
Evolve Large External Cap
Evolve
Large
External
Cup
Evolve
External
Cap
Evolve
External
Cup
Support Block (Optional)
Al13 Traditional Panel
69” or 93”
Al Post with Post Base Cover
13
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve
External
Cap
Evolve
External
Cup
Al13 Post with Post Base Cover
Railing System
Al Pressed Fit Flat
Pyramid Cap
Evolve External
Cap
Al Pressed Fit Ball Cap
Evolve External
Cap
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OPTION 2:
EVOLVE INTERNAL BRACKETS
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Al Press Fit
Pyramid Cap
13
Al
Press Fit
Ball Cap
Evolve
Internal
Bracket
Evolve
Internal
Bracket
Evolve
Internal
Bracket
Evolve
Internal
Bracket
Al
13
Al Accent Top Panel (ATP)
13
Evolve
Internal
Bracket
Evolve
Internal
Bracket
Evolve
P2
Bracket
Evolve
P2
Bracket
Evolve
Internal
Bracket
Al13 Traditional Panel
69” or 93”
Support blocks required when
using Evolve Internal brackets
Post Base Cover
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Al Press Fit
Pyramid Cap
13
Al
Press Fit
Ball Cap
Evolve
Internal
Bracket
Al
13
Post Base Cover
Al13 Traditional Panel
69” or 93”
Support blocks required when
using Evolve Internal brackets
OPTION 3:
EVOLVE P2 BRACKETS
Press Fit
Pyramid Cap
Press Fit
Ball Cap
Accent Top Rail (ATR)
Accent Top Panel (ATP)
P2
Bracket
P2
Bracket
P2
Bracket
3-7/8”
Support Block (Optional)
Al Traditional Panel
69” or 93”
P2
Bracket
P2
Bracket
P2
Bracket
P2
Bracket
P2
Bracket
P2
Bracket
3-7/8”
Support Block (Optional)
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13
3” X 3” Al
Post with base
Press Fit
Pyramid Cap
Accent Top Rail (ATR)
Press Fit
Ball Cap
Base Cover
13
3” X 3” Al
Post with base
Al13 Traditional Panel
69” or 93”
Base Cover
P2
Bracket
EVOLVE P2 BRACKETS: ANGLE/MITER
Ball Cap
ANGLE WITH EVOLVE ANGLE BRACKET
Flat Pyramid Cap
P2 Bracket
P2 Bracket
3-3/4"
P2 Bracket
Base Cover
Angle
Bracket
Cap
Angle
Bracket
Cap
Evolve
Angle
Bracket
Evolve
Angle
Bracket
Angle
Bracket
Cap
Angle
Bracket
Cap
AL13 Traditional Panel
69" or 93"
P2 Bracket
3" X 3" Aluminum Post with Base
Evolve
Angle
Bracket
Evolve
Angle
Bracket
Ball Cap
P2 Stair Bracket
Evolve Stair bracket
STAIR WITH P2
STAIR BRACKET
STAIR WITH EVOLVE
STAIR BRACKET
Flat Pyramid Cap
Base Cover
P2 Stair Bracket
Evolve Stair bracket
Evolve Stair bracket
Railing System
P2 Stair Bracket
Al13 Traditional Adjustable Panel
3" X 3" Aluminum
Posts with Base
P2 Stair Bracket
Evolve Stair bracket
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MOUNT POSTS
PURE VIEW | FULL GLASS PANEL
& GLASS BALUSTER
MOUNT BRACKETS & PANELS
Fortress Posts must always be secured to the deck framing and
should never be attached to only the deck boards.
OPTION 1: FULL GLASS PANEL
OPTION 2: GLASS BALUSTER
ALUMINUM TOP AND BOTTOM
PRE-SLOTTED RAILS
Al Pressed Fit Flat
Pyramid Cap
Evolve External
Cap
13
Al Pressed Fit Flat
Pyramid Cap
Evolve External
Cap
13
Al Pressed Fit Ball Cap
Evolve External
Cap
13
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve
External
Cap
Evolve
External
Cup
PV-FGP I-Support (Required)
Al13 Pure View Full Glass Panel
68.5”
Al13 Post with Post Base Cover
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Al Pressed Fit Ball Cap
Evolve External
Cap
13
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve
External
Cap
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve
External
Cap
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve External
AI13 I-Support (Required)
Al13 Pure View Pre-Slotted Rail
69”
Al Post with Post Base Cover
13
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve
External
Cap
Evolve
External
Cup
Evolve P2 Bracket
Evolve Internal Bracket
Ball Cap
Flat Pyramid Cap
Accent Top Rail
Ball Cap
P2 Bracket
P2 Bracket
Flat Pyramid Cap
Evolve Internal
Brackets
Evolve Internal
Brackets
Pure View Glass Baluster
34" or 40"
Pure View Baluster
34" or 40"
I-Support
Required
Pure View Baluster 69" Rail
P2 Bracket
Base Cover
Evolve Internal Brackets
Base Cover
P2 Bracket
3" X 3" Aluminum Posts with Base
I-Support Required
Pure View Baluster 69" Rail
Evolve Internal Brackets
3" X 3" Aluminum Posts with Base
ANGLE/MITER WITH EVOLVE BRACKETS
Evolve Angle Bracket
Evolve Cap
Ball Cap
Flat Pyramid Cap
Evolve P2 Bracket
Flat Pyramid Cap
Evolve Cap
Evolve Angle
Bracket
Evolve Angle
Bracket
P2 Bracket
P2 Bracket
Pure View
Glass Baluster
34” or 40”
Pure View Glass Baluster
34" or 40"
Evolve External Cap
Evolve External Cap
I-Support
I-Support Required
Pure View Baluster 69" Rail
Evolve Angle Bracket
Base Cover
Pure View Glass Baluster 69" Rail
Evolve Angle Bracket
3" X 3" Aluminum Posts with Base
Required
P2 Bracket
Base Cover
P2 Bracket
3" X 3" Aluminum Posts with Base
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Railing System
Ball Cap
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STAIR WITH EVOLVE P2 BRACKETS
STAIR WITH EVOLVE STAIR BRACKETS
Ball Cap
Ball Cap
Evolve Cap
Evolve Stair
Bracket
P2 Stair
Bracket
Flat Pyramid Cap
Flat Pyramid Cap
Evolve Cap
P2 Stair
Bracket
P2 Stair
Bracket
I-Support
P2 Stair Bracket
3" X 3" Aluminum
Posts with Base
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Evolve Stair
Bracket
Evolve Stair
Bracket
Base Cover
Pure View Baluster
Stair Rail 73"
Pure View
Stair Baluster
Evolve Cap
Base Cover
I-Support
Pure View Baluster Rail 73"
Evolve Cap
Evolve Stair
Bracket
2" X 2" or 3" X 3"
Aluminum Posts with Base
OPTION 3: GLASS BALUSTER PANELS
IRON TOP AND BOTTOM PRE-SLOTTED RAILS
Collar Brackets
Universal Brackets
CB-05 brackets slide over rails
UB-05
Cap
UB-05
Cap
UB-05
Cup
UB-05
Cup
Post
Post
UB-05
Cap
Base Cover
Installed
3-3/4” Support Block
UB-05
Cup
3-3/4” I - Support
UB-05
Cup
Base Cover
Installed
3-3/4” I - Support
Railing System
3-3/4” Support Block
UB-05
Cap
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FORTRESS RAILING PRODUCT GRID
SIMPLIFIED
Posts
Heights
Lengths
RAILING PANEL SYSTEM
Color Options
Warranty
28”
34”
40”
6’
(69.5”)
8’
(93.5”)
10’*
(117.5”)
GBLK
ABZ
BKSND
15 yr
Traditional
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Traditional Adjustable (Stair)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Vienna
•
•
•
•
•
Ornamental
•
•
•
•
Vertical
•
•
Vertical Adjustable (Stair)
•
•
26”
Code
Tested
39.5”
high
45.5”
high
Brackets
49”
high
55”
high
Universal Brackets
2”
3”
2”
3”
2”
3”
2”
3”
UB-04
(Level)
UB-04 ANG
(Stair/Angle)
UB-05
(Level)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
• (A)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
• (s)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
UB-05
(Stair/
Angle)
Fe26 | IRON RAILING
•
• (A)
CABLE RAILING
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
PURE VIEW | GLASS RAILING
Glass Balusters With Iron
Preslotted Rails
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Glass Balusters With Iron
Preslotted Rails (Stair)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
*10’ panel available only in 34” height
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•
Brackets
Personalize
Collar Brackets
CB-04
(Level)
CBS-04
ADJ
(Angle)
CB-04
ADJ
(Stair)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Other Brackets
CB-05
(Level)
CBS-05
ADJ
(Angle)
•
•**
CB-05
ADJ
(Stair)
•**
•
Patio
Ring Top
Circle Top
3 Rail
Top
(must use 05 brackets to attach to top rail)
•
•
•
Fascia
Panel Accessories
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Accent
Top Rail
(UB Only)
•
Knuckles
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Cap Rail
Clip
•
•
•
Post Accessories
•
Ornaments
•
Caps w/o
Lighting
Capability
Caps with
Lighting
Capability
Pressed Dome
(2” & 3”)
Ball Caps
(GBLK Only)
(2”&3”)
FortressAccents
Flat Pyramid Caps
(2” & 3”)
Pressed Dome
(2” & 3”)
FortressAccents
Flat Pyramid Caps
(2” & 3”)
Pressed Dome
(2” & 3”)
Ball Caps
(GBLK Only)
(2”&3”)
FortressAccents
Flat Pyramid Caps
(2” & 3”)
Gates
Pre-welded
Gates
Gate Uprights
(make a gate)
•
•
•
•
•
Railing System
** only use when installing panel with ATP
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SIMPLIFIED
Posts
Heights
RAILING PANEL SYSTEM
26”
Lengths
Warranty
Code
Tested
39.5”
high
45.5”
high
Evolve Brackets
6’
(69”)
8’
(93”)
GBLK
WHT
BKSND
LL
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
34”
40”
Traditional
•
Traditional Adjustable (Stair)
•
6’
(68.5”)
Color Options
Brackets
3”
External
External
LG
Internal
Angle
•
•**
•
•
Stair
P2
(Level or Angle)
P2
Stair
Al13 | ALUMINUM RAILING
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
PURE VIEW | GLASS RAILING
Full Glass Panels
•
Glass Balusters With
Aluminum Pre-slotted Rails
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Glass Balusters With Aluminum
Preslotted Rails (Stair)
•
•
•*
•
•
•
•
*Actual length of PV Aluminum Pre-Slotted Stair is 73”
**only use for the middle section when connecting an Accent Top Panel to a traditional rail
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•
•
•
•
•
•
Personalize
Post Accessories
Ring Top
Circle Top
3 Rail
Top
Accent
Top Rail
Cap Rail
Clip
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Caps w/o
Lighting
Capability
Caps with
Lighting
Capability
Flat Pyramid Caps &
Ball Caps (3”)
FortressAccents
Pyramid Caps
Flat Pyramid Caps &
Ball Caps (3”)
FortressAccents
Pyramid Caps
Gates
Pre-welded
Gates
Gate Uprights
(Make a Gate)
•
•
•
Railing System
Panel Accessories
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COMMERCIAL
DESIGN
ONE | CHOOSE
PANEL
TWO | CHOOSE
POSTS AND BRACKETS
THREE | CHOOSE
PERSONALIZATION
CUSTOM DESIGN
Looking for a railing not available in Fortress Railing’s vast offerings? Fortress Railing has the capabilities to design and manufacture a custom railing to
meet your specific needs.
Commercial Design
What are the benefits of Custom Fabrication with Fortress Railing?
Receive consistent quality you already trust from a nationally recognized industry manufacturing leader. Now you can make your dreams a reality while
keeping the benefit of speedy installation using Fortress Railing’s easy bracket system. Custom fabricated products are pre-galvanized steel, zirconia
rinsed and dual powder coated and carry a 5 year limited manufacturer warranty.
Contact Commercialdesign@fortressrailing.com to find out more.
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solutions to turn your outdoor space into a living place.
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