Modular Railing Systems engineers and designs systems that will allow for easy installation, longevity, and consistent accuracy for compliance. Welded railing solutions seem cost effective at first but once you look deeper, the systems are normally burdened with the expensive task of hiring expensive skilled welders.
Welded systems typically have lower initial cost when it comes to upfront material price compared to the modular railing systems. However our Modular Railing systems can save customers 20%-30% in overall cost. The savings happens when you factor in the cost and labor needed to design, engineer, handle, weld, ship to coating and back, and install a welded railing system.
Below is a great side by side comparison displaying what makes our modular railing system superior to conventional welded systems when it comes to saving you money and time.
Modular Railing System vs Conventional Welded Systems
Installation
Design
Quality
Tolerance
Errors
Fabrication Time
Lead Times
Safety Risk
Cost
Damage
Durability
Compliance
Work Permit
Repurpose
Materials
Shipping and Handling
Fittings Railing
Simple to install no specialized skills
Basic configuration only
Consistent, Tested and Proven
Infinite Adjustability, Pipe Lengths can be +/- 1/2"
Easy to rework and virtually error free by design
No Fabrication Time, Install 120' in 16 man hours
In Stock ready to install in 24 hours
Simple tools - Allen Wrench and Drill
Higher Material Cost - Overall Lower Cost
Modular design allows for easy replacement of broken fittings or pipe
Hot dipped galvanized fittings and pipe for over 20 years of service
Pre designed and engineered to meet OSHA and ADA requirements
None
Railing and Fittings can be reconfigured and reused
Available in Hot Dipped Galvanized, Powder Coat over Galv and Aluminum
Compact - Fit in boxes, pallets and bundles, easy to handle and transport even in elevators
Welded Railing
Certified Welders and Inspection Required to AWS D1.1
Detail fabrication drawings required
Handrail welding is considered low to no value welding
Per AISC tolerances should be 1/16" over 30'
Field welding and rework costly, time consuming and produces and low quality result
Fittng and Welding 120' Railing 40 man hours plus installation
4-6 weeks for design, fabrication and coating
Fumes and Gases, Fire and Electric Shock
Higher Labor Cost - Overal Higher Cost up to 50%
Requires field welding, grinding and cutting
Any field welds after galvanizing will show rust in under 2 years
Must be designed to meet OSHA and ADA and often overlooked by fabricators
Field Welding requires hot work permits
Scrap value only
Any steel or alloy but may requires special welding equipment and post fabrication coating
Flat Bed Truck loads and may require cranes or lifting equipment
Handrail System Comparison Chart
Type of Railing
Welded Plain Steel Railing With Paint
Welded Plain Steel Railing With Powder Coat
Welded Hot Dipped Galvanized Railing with Cold Galvanized Touchups
Welded Hot Dipped Galv No Field Welding or Repair
Modular Railing Systems
Avg. Years Before Maintenance
2
5
5
20+
20+
Abrasion Resistant
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
100% Recyclable
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Interior Coating
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Corrosion Resistance as Good After Repair?
No
No
No
No
Yes
Modular Railing Systems Solutions
We offer comprehensive modular railing system solutions applicable across a wide range of industries.
Galvanized Railings
Galvanized Railings
Our galvanized railings are an extremely important reason why our modular railing systems are a value driven add to any environment where guardrails or handrails are necessary.
ADA Handrails
ADA Handrails
OSHA/ADA railing compliance is a design feature all customers can expect when purchasing our handrail systems.
Handrail Kits
Handrail Kits
These are for customers who may have simpler and smaller areas that need coverage. The kit features preassembled upright handrails for quick installation.
Aluminum Railings
Aluminum Railings
Aluminum railings may be of interest to you if you are looking for a modular railing system that requires no welding, low long term maintenance, and a lightweight solution.
Powder Coated Railings
Powder Coated Railings
Our modular railing systems can be powder coated to any color within the RAL color system. Our powder coasted systems are built to last for decades.
Guardrails
Guardrails
Our guardrails are engineered out of high quality steel or aluminum. All the steel railing pipes feature the patented Gatorshield galvanized coatings for the highest durability in the industry.
Safety Gates
Safety Gates
Modular Railing Systems has safety gate solutions for customers who are in need of providing an easy to install entrance into an area that maybe hazardous at times.
Pallet and Mezzanine Gates
Pallet and Mezzanine Gates
Modular Railing Systems has developed a system specifically for customers looking to protect their employees while pallets are being positioned.
Smooth Aluminum Handrails
Smooth Aluminum Handrails
Our smooth aluminum rail system can be used in many different environments including water treatment plants, shopping center, marinas, sports arenas, and restaurants.
Handrails
Handrails
Modular Railing Systems prides its self on meeting the customer’s needs by developing solutions that are compliant, safe, durable, and cost effective.
Infill Panels
Infill Panels
Our infill panels will be designed to fit seamlessly with our modular railing system and also can be powder coated to match the railing systems being installed.