Cable Railing BasicsCable Railing Basics

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HandiSwage™ is simple, HandiSwage™ is simple, easy and it’s the least easy and it’s the least expensive cable railing in expensive cable railing in the market.the market.

HANDISWAGE™HANDISWAGE™ PRODUCT PRODUCT SELLING POINTSSELLING POINTS Lowest cost cable railing on the market.Lowest cost cable railing on the market.

Cut-in-field convenience and cost savings.Cut-in-field convenience and cost savings.

Easy to use swage tool and standard 3 SKU install. Easy to Easy to use swage tool and standard 3 SKU install. Easy to stock and easy to understand.stock and easy to understand.

Easy measuring and planning. Easy measuring and planning.

Flexible enough to work with any other railing products in the Flexible enough to work with any other railing products in the market. Wood, vinyl or composite, build the rail you want.market. Wood, vinyl or composite, build the rail you want.

Very high quality materials and backed by an international Very high quality materials and backed by an international manufacturer with 30 years proven experience with stainless manufacturer with 30 years proven experience with stainless steel.steel.

HANDISWAGE™HANDISWAGE™ PRODUCT PRODUCT MUST KNOW – THE RULE OF MUST KNOW – THE RULE OF 3-4-53-4-5 3 = Cable spacing must never exceed 3 inches.3 = Cable spacing must never exceed 3 inches.

4 = Distance between post can never exceed 4 ft., but you 4 = Distance between post can never exceed 4 ft., but you must always have the install pre-approved by the code must always have the install pre-approved by the code enforcement officer as some municipalities have chosen to enforcement officer as some municipalities have chosen to demand different spacing. If it is necessary to have post demand different spacing. If it is necessary to have post spacing over 4 ft., always add cable stabilizers.spacing over 4 ft., always add cable stabilizers.

5 = Cable runs should not exceed 50 feet in total length.5 = Cable runs should not exceed 50 feet in total length.

You must always use a top rail with a cable system. Top rails You must always use a top rail with a cable system. Top rails must fit snug between posts and provide code compliant load must fit snug between posts and provide code compliant load capability.capability.

Stainless steel requires maintenance. It is “low” maintenance, Stainless steel requires maintenance. It is “low” maintenance, but not “no” maintenance.but not “no” maintenance.

HANDISWAGE™HANDISWAGE™ QUALITY QUALITY

All parts are 316L stainless steel All parts are 316L stainless steel 1/8” 316L stainless steel 1 x 19 cable1/8” 316L stainless steel 1 x 19 cable USA made precision swage toolUSA made precision swage tool All components are electro-polished All components are electro-polished

(EP)(EP) Quality control inspections at every Quality control inspections at every

stepstep Accelerated salt spray testingAccelerated salt spray testing ISO 9001 Certified ManufacturerISO 9001 Certified Manufacturer Mil Spec Manufacturer (Aircraft Parts)Mil Spec Manufacturer (Aircraft Parts)

HANDISWAGE™HANDISWAGE™ COMPONENTSCOMPONENTS

HandiSwage™HandiSwage™ Swage Stud – 2 packs only Swage Stud – 2 packs only

HandiSwage™HandiSwage™ Cover Nut Set – 2 packs only Cover Nut Set – 2 packs only

HandiSwage™HandiSwage™ Cable – 100 & 250 ft. rolls Cable – 100 & 250 ft. rolls

HandiSwage™ Hand Swage ToolHandiSwage™ Hand Swage Tool

There are 3 key There are 3 key HandiSwage™ parts used to make a cable ™ parts used to make a cable railing system. With these 3 parts, you can easily build a cable railing system. With these 3 parts, you can easily build a cable railing for most any application. railing for most any application.

Most Most HandiSwage™ parts are conveniently packages in pairs.™ parts are conveniently packages in pairs.

There are 3 key There are 3 key HandiSwage™ parts used to make a cable ™ parts used to make a cable railing system. With these 3 parts, you can easily build a cable railing system. With these 3 parts, you can easily build a cable railing for most any application. railing for most any application.

Most Most HandiSwage™ parts are conveniently packages in pairs.™ parts are conveniently packages in pairs.

HANDISWAGE™ STUD & COVER HANDISWAGE™ STUD & COVER NUT SETSNUT SETS

The The HandiSwage™ Stud and your choice of cover nut HandiSwage™ Stud and your choice of cover nut set are required at both ends of a HandiSwage™ cable set are required at both ends of a HandiSwage™ cable railing system. There are other fittings that may replace railing system. There are other fittings that may replace one stud and cover nut set, but swage studs are the one stud and cover nut set, but swage studs are the most cost effective way to install a cable railing. most cost effective way to install a cable railing.

HandiSwage™ Stud StudHandiSwage™ Stud Stud HandiSwage™ Deluxe Cover Nut

set

HandiSwage™ Deluxe Cover Nut

set

HandiSwage™ Acorn Nut set

HANDISWAGE™HANDISWAGE™ TOOL TOOL

USA made low cost swaging tool. Precision made and long lasting.

We also give free tool reconditioning. Return it and we will recondition for free!

HANDISWAGEHANDISWAGE™ ™ ACCESSORIES & ACCESSORIES & ADDITIONAL USEFUL PARTSADDITIONAL USEFUL PARTS

These 5 additional parts serve different purposes that may arise when installing a HandiSwage™System.

HandiSwage™

Flush Fitting

HandiSwage™

Cable Grip

HandiSwage™

Long Stud

HandiSwage™Cable Sleeve

HandiSwage™

Tensioner

HANDISWAGEHANDISWAGE™ ™ ACCESSORIES & OTHER ACCESSORIES & OTHER HELPFUL PARTSHELPFUL PARTS

HandiSwage™

Flush Fitting

The HandiSwage™ Flush Fitting is used at the opposite end of a HandiSwage™ stud. The flush fitting has no tensioning capability so care should be taken to ensure the stud end has maximum tensioning capability. The product advantage is the removal of measuring the job accurately which speeds the process and eliminates swaging time at one end. Measure outside to outside of your end posts and add 1”. Cut all cables the same length. See instructional videos and detailed instructions at www.HandiSwage.com

HandiSwage™Cable Grips

The HandiSwage™ Cable Grips are designed to allow you to safely grip the cable while tensioning your studs and to eliminate slack when working on you swages. The grip pads are extra hard, durable rubber that will hold several cables per pad. Simply set a pair of vice grips with a 1/8” gap and place the pad on the desired cable position, then clasp the vice grip around the pad. For holding tension while swaging, place the cable grip inside the end post. For holding cable while tensioning place the cable grip next to the end post. See instructional videos and detailed instructions at www.HandiSwage.com

HANDISWAGEHANDISWAGE™ ™ ACCESSORIES & OTHER ACCESSORIES & OTHER HELPFUL PARTSHELPFUL PARTS

HandiSwage™Cable Sleeve

HandiSwage™Tensioner

HandiSwage™Long Studs

The HandiSwage™ Long Studs and Tensioners are both primarily used for stairways, angles or other conditions where the regular stud would not work as well. You can accommodate any condition with the regular stud but these parts may make things easier.

The HandiSwage™ Cable Sleeves are used either as a decorative finish on post holes or as a functional piece to transcend corners and stairways without additional hardware. This use is detailed in a later slide.

HANDISWAGEHANDISWAGE™ ™ HOW TOHOW TOSTEP 1 – POST DRILLINGSTEP 1 – POST DRILLING

The first step in installing a HandiSwage™ cable railing is drilling your post. End post holes should be drilled with a 9/32” drill bit. Mid posts should be drilled with a 3/16” drill bit. Use a sharp bit and drill from both sides, particularly on the 3/16” holes and always drill to space cable at 3” on-center.

A template is available to assist you in accomplishing an accurate layout.

When using vinyl or composite post sleeves you can save a great deal of time by pre-drilling your sleeve at 3/16” and then marking the wood 4 x 4 with a drill or marker. Remove the sleeve and drill all of the holes with a 1/4” bit. This will make the install much faster and the visible holes will be 3/16”.

See instructional videosand detailed instructions at www.HandiSwage.com

HANDISWAGEHANDISWAGE™ HOW TO™ HOW TOSTEP 1 – CORNER POSTSTEP 1 – CORNER POST

If you are setting up and drilling a corner post, we usually recommend double posting with a 3” gap as the best way to design a corner.

If you are going to use a single corner post, you must offset your cable by 3/4” inch in one direction. This will require all of the mid posts and the opposite end or corner post to be offset in the same pattern.

HANDISWAGEHANDISWAGE™ HOW TO™ HOW TOSTEP 2 – CABLE RUN STEP 2 – CABLE RUN MEASUREMEASURE

The 2nd step in installing a section of HandiSwage™ cable railing is measuring your cable run. HandiSwage™ is a straight forward measure if using two opposing swage studs on 4 x 4 posts (3-1/2 x 3-1/2 actual post).

Regardless of what type post you are using, measure from the outside of one end post to the outside of the opposite end or corner post.

On 4 x 4 posts, subtract 4” from your outside to outside measurement. This method will position your studs so the cable end will be at the edge of your post with the cover nut threaded on about 5/8”. This leaves you approximately 1-1/2” of tensioning thread which is more than enough.

On other than 4 x 4 posts, you must decide what your required amount of tensioning (available stud thread) versus your desired amount of revealed stud will be. Never leave less than 1” of thread for tensioning. If you go with the minimum 1” thread and you have a 1-1/2” x 1-1/2” metal post, your stud reveal will be a minimum of 1-5/8” before tensioning and will decrease as you tension. For this condition, measure outside to outside of your end post and subtract 3-1/4”.

Always check your calculations and make a test assembly before cutting all material.

HANDISWAGEHANDISWAGE™ HOW TO™ HOW TOSTEP 3- SWAGE CABLESTEP 3- SWAGE CABLE

Swage on one stud. When swaging, you must crimp the stud 3 times, approximately 1/8” apart, starting at the bottom next to the wrench flat. You must rotate the stud 180 degrees between crimps.

See instructional videosand detailed instructions at www.HandiSwage.com

HANDISWAGEHANDISWAGE™ HOW TO™ HOW TOSTEP 4 – INSTALL ASSEMBLYSTEP 4 – INSTALL ASSEMBLY

Now place the cover nut set on the swaged stud and turn the nut on approximately 5/8”, or to your appropriate pre figured position.

Next, insert the wire through either end post and run it through all mid posts to the opposite end.

See instructional videosand detailed instructions at www.HandiSwage.com

HANDISWAGEHANDISWAGE™ HOW TO™ HOW TOSTEP 5 – COMPLETE INSTALLSTEP 5 – COMPLETE INSTALL

Swage the second end on and insert it through the post hole thread first.Install the cover nut set and finger tighten. Hint: It is helpful to use the cable grips at the last mid post to hold tension while performing the second swage.

After verifying the fit is correct, repeat this process for each run of cable. Once you have established a proper fit for the first cable on the run, you can efficiently produce all cables and save valuable time.

HANDISWAGEHANDISWAGE™ HOW TO™ HOW TOTENSIONING TENSIONING

The proper tensioning sequence is to start in the middle and alternate cables above and below per the illustration below. If you notice cables turning or winding as you tension the stud, place a cable grip as instructed. Repeat on the opposite end if necessary.

ELIMINATION OF HARDWARE ELIMINATION OF HARDWARE ON CORNERS & STAIRSON CORNERS & STAIRS

Cable can be run through a corner without using Cable can be run through a corner without using tensioning hardware by double-posting and using tensioning hardware by double-posting and using cable sleeves (further information on next slide).cable sleeves (further information on next slide).

Use a similar configuration to eliminate hardware Use a similar configuration to eliminate hardware at the top of a stairway coming off a straight rail at the top of a stairway coming off a straight rail section.section.

When using these configurations, the runs on When using these configurations, the runs on either side of the cable sleeve should be limited either side of the cable sleeve should be limited to 25 ft. to ensure proper tensioning.to 25 ft. to ensure proper tensioning.

Illustrated on next slide.Illustrated on next slide.

Cable can be run through a corner without using Cable can be run through a corner without using tensioning hardware by double-posting and using tensioning hardware by double-posting and using cable sleeves (further information on next slide).cable sleeves (further information on next slide).

Use a similar configuration to eliminate hardware Use a similar configuration to eliminate hardware at the top of a stairway coming off a straight rail at the top of a stairway coming off a straight rail section.section.

When using these configurations, the runs on When using these configurations, the runs on either side of the cable sleeve should be limited either side of the cable sleeve should be limited to 25 ft. to ensure proper tensioning.to 25 ft. to ensure proper tensioning.

Illustrated on next slide.Illustrated on next slide.

HANDISWAGE™ CABLE HANDISWAGE™ CABLE SLEEVE ON CORNERSSLEEVE ON CORNERS

CABLE STABILIZER KIT FOR CABLE STABILIZER KIT FOR POST SPANS GREATER THEN 4 POST SPANS GREATER THEN 4 FEETFEET

The Cable Stabilizer Kit was developed for use in supporting The Cable Stabilizer Kit was developed for use in supporting cable to eliminate excessive deflection in post spans greater cable to eliminate excessive deflection in post spans greater than 4 ft. (maximum of 6 ft.). The stabilizer is not structural and than 4 ft. (maximum of 6 ft.). The stabilizer is not structural and should not be used to replace a post or be used for the purpose should not be used to replace a post or be used for the purpose of supporting a rail in mid span. The Cable Stabilizer Kit is a 42” of supporting a rail in mid span. The Cable Stabilizer Kit is a 42” long, 1” round stainless steel tube that is pre-drilled at 3” long, 1” round stainless steel tube that is pre-drilled at 3” intervals for cable to pass through.intervals for cable to pass through.

The Cable Stabilizer Kit was developed for use in supporting The Cable Stabilizer Kit was developed for use in supporting cable to eliminate excessive deflection in post spans greater cable to eliminate excessive deflection in post spans greater than 4 ft. (maximum of 6 ft.). The stabilizer is not structural and than 4 ft. (maximum of 6 ft.). The stabilizer is not structural and should not be used to replace a post or be used for the purpose should not be used to replace a post or be used for the purpose of supporting a rail in mid span. The Cable Stabilizer Kit is a 42” of supporting a rail in mid span. The Cable Stabilizer Kit is a 42” long, 1” round stainless steel tube that is pre-drilled at 3” long, 1” round stainless steel tube that is pre-drilled at 3” intervals for cable to pass through.intervals for cable to pass through.

OTHER SYSTEMS OTHER SYSTEMS AVAILABLEAVAILABLE

Atlantis Rail Systems manufacturers 3 primary Atlantis Rail Systems manufacturers 3 primary RailEasy™ systems:RailEasy™ systems:

Horizontal Cable RailingsHorizontal Cable RailingsVertical Balusters Vertical Balusters Glass PanelsGlass Panels

We extend the product line by offering We extend the product line by offering customized versions and handrails.customized versions and handrails.

For commercial applications we offer a full line of For commercial applications we offer a full line of ADA handrails and ramp railing assemblies. ADA handrails and ramp railing assemblies.

Atlantis Rail Systems manufacturers 3 primary Atlantis Rail Systems manufacturers 3 primary RailEasy™ systems:RailEasy™ systems:

Horizontal Cable RailingsHorizontal Cable RailingsVertical Balusters Vertical Balusters Glass PanelsGlass Panels

We extend the product line by offering We extend the product line by offering customized versions and handrails.customized versions and handrails.

For commercial applications we offer a full line of For commercial applications we offer a full line of ADA handrails and ramp railing assemblies. ADA handrails and ramp railing assemblies.

MODULE 4 COMPLETEDMODULE 4 COMPLETED

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Please take time to complete the quick Please take time to complete the quick test to receive credit and attain your test to receive credit and attain your certification.certification.

Congratulations! You have completed Congratulations! You have completed Module 4 of the Atlantis Rail Certified Module 4 of the Atlantis Rail Certified Sales Consultant Training Course.Sales Consultant Training Course.

Please take time to complete the quick Please take time to complete the quick test to receive credit and attain your test to receive credit and attain your certification.certification.