Why use welding when you can quickly and easily build a sturdy handrail yourself?
Why use welding when you can quickly and easily build a sturdy handrail yourself?
Installation / Labour | Kee Klamp or Kee Access Handrail | Traditional Fabricated Handrail |
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Specialised labour | No, simple to install. | Yes, experienced welder needed |
Special permits | None | Hot permit required |
Safety factor | Use of simple tools such as drill, hammer, and Allen keys | Welding offers additional health and safety risks |
Overall costs | After the consideration of all factors, you can save up to 50% of your overall labour costs when using a Kee Klamp and Kee Access component handrail over a welded rail solution | Welding can be a costly and time consuming process |
Maintenance | ||
Repair | The system's modular components allow for the broken section to be replaced by loosening the surrounding fittings and replacing the broken fittings and tube | A professional welder must replace the affected section |
Rust | Kee Klamp and Kee Access system components are fully galvanised to resist corrosion | During onsite installation, the galvanised finish can be damaged and therefore allow the tube to rust |
DDA compliance | Complies with Building Regulations Part M and the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) | Fabrication used to be the only way of providing a DDA smooth surface railing |
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