Viewrail, a manufacturer of modern stairs and railing, recently announced three new product additions: the Cantilever tread system, the LED Quick Slide Handrail, and the Non-Combustible Tread.
The Cantilever stair is a new floating stair system that joins the company’s other Flight and Terrace systems.
Supports are made up of two modular pieces, which can easily be handled by one to two people. Each bracket bolts through an LVL engineered wood stud and attaches to the next bracket. Face grain treads are adhered into place and capped off by sleek Vedera glass.
For exterior applications, the manufacturer also introduced a new, LED-compatible handrail.
Previously, the railing industry has accepted the mix of stainless steel hardware fastening into aluminum parts out of necessity. In a coastal environment, mixing multiple metals, especially steel and aluminum, can cause a galvanic reaction that results in corrosion.
The Quick Slide Handrail uses an extruded aluminum channel to hold a bolt and nut system in place. The channel is wedged between the bracket and nut, creating a strong bond resistant to rust and corrosion.
The channel also provides the optimum placement for LED lighting. With some slight alterations to the bracket, LEDs can now be installed on any project with a Quick Slide Handrail. Specs for the lighting range between 3000k and 5000k warmth.
Last, for builders working on commercial projects, there is often a requirement for stair treads to be non-combustible or slow burning. The Non-Combustible Tread offers a stylish stair while also maintaining safety.
“With a sleek steel pan matching the tread width as the underlying structure, we can offer a wood walking surface with all the benefits and requirements demanded by the commercial market,” says Jayson Linhart, manager of product development.
The Cantilever system is available now with a standard lead time of 12 business days after engineering approval, while the LED Quick Slide Handrail and Non-Combustible Tread will be available as order options in October.
