What is key clamp handrail?

Key Clamp Middle 101: For use on straight and level guardrail to connect the upright to the top rail or the end or mid rail to the upright. Normally used in conjunction with the ‘MIDDLE 119 INTERSECTION’ when building double rail handrail or guardrail.

How strong are key clamps?

Key Clamp Fittings Each fitting will support an axial load of up to 900 kg when tightened to a torque of 39Nm using a torque wrench.

What are key clamp fittings?

Tube Clamp fittings, also known as key clamps, are black malleable fittings with a galvanised finish. We have all the most popular items in stock & in all sizes which are compatible with the Kee Klamp system. The range includes all the standard, swivel and slope range fittings, for use on disabled handrails.

What is key clamp made of?

KEE KLAMP tubular fittings are generally made from cast iron* and are manufactured to the requirements of EN 1562 & EN 1563 and galvanized to the requirements of EN ISO 1461. A range of Components to suit seven sizes of tube is available.

What are Q clamps?

Q Clamp fittings, also known as key clamp fittings, are black malleable fittings with a galvanised finish. The range includes all the standard, swivel and slope range fittings, for use on disabled handrails.

What is key clamp fencing?

Also known as ‘Tube Clamps’ or ‘Pipe Clamps’, Key Clamps can be used for interior and exterior applications. Their tubular, easy-to-install design makes them ideal for cost-effective handrails or guardrails. The brilliance and convenience of this is how quick and easy it is to assemble.

How does Kee Klamp work?

The “secret” of the Kee Klamp system is it’s set screw. When tightened down the sharp edge of the set screw locks the fitting into the pipe, creating a solid, structural connection. No costly welding or awkward threading is required. Kee Klamp fittings easily slip onto the pipe and can be attached at any point.

What year did they stop using galvanized plumbing?

As you know, ingesting lead can be very dangerous for your family. While lead was no longer used in the service lines as of the 1960’s, galvanized pipes were still used as late as 1990. Even without the lead hazard, the corrosion caused by these pipes could build up in your water supply.

What can I substitute for galvanized pipe?

The owners, who will usually move out while the work is done, can choose copper or PEX piping; PEX costs less than copper. Many houses with galvanized pipes that need replacing have plaster walls, which are more expensive to patch than ones covered with drywall.

Is it safe to drink water from old galvanized pipes?

Galvanized steel will eventually start to corrode and can pose a hazard for drinking water, which makes it unsafe for drinking water in the long run. The problem isn’t the zinc coating but lead and cadmium, two heavy metals that can exist in the zinc because of the galvanizing process.

How do you use keykey clamp fittings?

Key clamp fittings at great prices! For use on straight and level guardrail to connect the upright to the top rail or the end or mid rail to the upright. Do not join tubes inside this short tee – use a ‘TOP 104 LONG TEE’ fitting. Normally used in conjunction with the ‘MIDDLE 119 INTERSECTION’ when building double rail handrail or guardrail.

Are Klamp handrails easy to install?

Kee Klamp handrails are easy to design and install. No special permits or permissions are typically required to install a tube rail made with fittings. No welding is required. Fittings are fully galvanised or aluminium. Studies have shown that tube handrails built with fittings last up to seven times longer than fabricated handrails.

Do you offer aluminum fittings for a ramp style railing?

Aluminum fittings suitable for a ramp style railing are not available at this time. In addition to mounting your handrail on a flat or inclined surface, you can also attach handrails to a wall or vertical surface through the use of our wall mounted flange. Several flange types are available for mounting your tube railing.

How do you mount a handrail on a concrete ramp?

Building a handrail on a ramp is even easier with a ramp base fitting. This fitting allows the handrail to be mounted above the concrete, making it less susceptible to water damage. Creates a 90 degree angle on the top rail of an upright. Qty: 1