SYSTEMS DESIGNED WITH YOUR SAFETY IN MIND

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TABLEOFCONTENTS COMPANY PROFILE

SANS AND YOUR SAFETY

GLASS BALUSTRADES

STAINLESS STEEL BALUSTRADES

CUSTOM STAIRCASES

POOL ENCLOSURES

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CONTACT DETAILS

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COMPANYPROFILE

We specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of balustrades, staircases and pool

enclosures in commercial and residential markets.

We are experts in our field and opinion leaders regarding safety and compliance. With the ever-increasing

need to comply with the South African National Standards, also known as SANS, we have developed the

recipe to produce a range of products that are fully compliant while maintaining visually appealing, custom

aesthetic designs that we’re renowned for. Steel Studio consists of a permanent staff team of over 250

employees that is made up of management, a sales and estimating department, research and development,

project managers, draughtsmen, artisans, skilled and semi-skilled workers.

Since inception, we have successfully completed thousands of projects ranging from the smallest residen-

tial to the largest and most prestigious commercial projects.

Our collective management team has several years of experience in the stainless steel, glass and construction

industries and is involved in every aspect of a project’s lifespan from design input right through to installation.

With our full-time, in-house health and safety officers, we are able to ensure that all of our projects are in

compliance with all the health and safety standards required by law.

All of our standard systems are tested and approved by a professional structural engineer, in accordance with

SANS deemed to satisfy requirements. We are dedicated to developing a self-regulated and fully compliant in-

dustry and in an effort to lead from the front we offer balustrades, staircases and pool enclosures that are built

according to the regulations set out by the South African National Standards.

All custom balustrade and staircase systems are designed and tested in consultation with a professional

structural engineer and in accordance with SANS deemed to satisfy requirements.

At Steel Studio, we are concerned about our impact on our surroundings and we are constantly looking to

reduce our carbon footprint. All of our stainless steel is 100% recyclable and recycled materials are used in

the production of stainless steel raw material. Our stainless steel is manufactured following strict environmental

guidelines and principles to ensure the wellbeing of our environment.

Steel Studio is a member of SASSDA (Southern African Stainless Steel Development Association), SAGGA

(South African Glass and Glazing Association), and the MBA North (Master Builders Association North).

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SANS are a set of rules that govern all aspects of the construction of buildings in South Africa, from

foundation to roof. These rules are set out to ensure your building project is safe and can deal with the task

at hand. As South Africa moves towards a far more regulated building industry, more and more professionals

and homeowners are finding themselves on the wrong side of these regulations. From our experience we

have noticed that many homeowners and professionals are unaware of the importance of SANS and the

legal and financial implications they could face if their balustrade or staircase project does not comply with

SANS.

South African Law dictates that any balustrade or staircase installation must comply with the South African

National Standards, and that in order for a building inspector to issue an occupation certificate, the building

inspector needs a certificate stating that a professional structural engineer has tested and approved the

balustrade and/or staircase system in accordance with SANS deemed to satisfy requirements. This

certificate would be in the form of the Form 3: Declaration by a competent person appointed to design a

component or an element of a system, from the National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act,

1977 (Act No. 103 of 1977).

The result of non-compliance is the risk of having to replace the balustrades or staircase systems with new

ones that meet the standards set out by the regulations. This often involves astronomical costs and a long

delay before the client can commence occupation. Not only do you run the risk of having to remove and

replace the systems, but you are also putting the lives of those utilising the building, in danger.

The role of the building owner and architect on any building project is to ensure that the balustrades

are compliant and that the necessary certification is obtained. It is therefore highly recommended

that it is clearly stated on all drawings and/or bill of quantities that the balustrades are a “design and

supply” contract, and that the balustrade and staircase subcontractor must supply a certificate on

completion, stating that the balustrades have been designed and approved by a professional

structural engineer.

WHAT IS SANS AND HOW DOES IT AFFECT YOUR SAFETY?

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GLASSBALUSTRADES

In a time of an ever-increasing need to comply with the South African National Standards, Steel

Studio has the recipe to produce a range of compliant balustrades with aesthetically pleasing

leading edge design.

Since our inception, our balustrades have put the finishing touches to some of the most prestigious buildings

in South Africa.

All of our Standard Glass Balustrade systems are tested to comply with:

SABS 0104 Edition 2 1991 – Handrailing and Balustrading (safety aspects)

SANS 10400-A: 2011 Edition 3 – NBR – General Principals and Requirements

SANS 10400-B: 2012 Edition 3 – NBR – Structural design

SANS 10400-D: 2011 Edition 3 – NBR – Public safety

SANS 10400-M: 2011 Edition 3 – NBR – Stairways

SANS 10400-N: 2010 Edition 3 – NBR – Glazing

SANS 10400-S: 2011 Edition 3 – NBR – Facilities for persons with disabilities

SANS 10400-T: 2011 Edition 3 – NBR – Fire protection

SANS 10160-2: 2011 Edition 1.1 – Self-weight and imposed loads

SANS 10160-3: 2011 Edition 1.1 – Wind actions

SANS 10137: 2011 Edition 4 – The installation of glazing in buildings

SANS 1263-1:2006 Edition 3.1 – Park 1: Safety performance of glazing materials under human impact

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GLASSBALUSTRADES

RECTANGULAR POSTROUND POST SQUARE POST

RECTANGULAR POSTROUND POST SQUARE POST

min 50dia x 2mm min 40 x 40 x 2mm min 50 x 30 x 2mm

Engineering calculations show that all balustrades that are framed two sides (uprights and glass clamps) requires a minimum of 10mm and possibly up to 20mm thick toughened safety glass dependent on occupancy classification.

In line with structural engineers calculations and SANS 10160 loading requirements, all balustrades will be designed to comply with the relevant occupation categories as outlined in SANS 10160 eg. 0.5kN/m, 1kN/m and 1.5kN/m.

All custom balustrade systems are designed and tested in consultation with a professional structural engineer and in accordance with SANS deemed to satisfy requirements.

All glass balustrades must withstand a 400 Joule soft body impact test.

Engineering calculations show that all balustrades that are framed two sides (uprights and glass clamps) requires a minimum of 10mm and possibly up to 20mm thick toughened safety glass dependent on occupancy classification.

In line with structural engineers calculations and SANS 10160 loading requirements, all balustrades will be designed to comply with the relevant occupation categories as outlined in SANS 10160 eg. 1kN/m, 1.5kN/m and 3kN/m etc.

All custom balustrade systems are designed and tested in consultation with a professional structural engineer and in accordance with SANS deemed to satisfy requirements.

All glass balustrades must withstand a 400 Joule soft body impact test.

STAINLESS STEEL POST AND GLASS BALUSTRADE OPTIONS (COMMERCIAL)

STAINLESS STEEL POST AND GLASS BALUSTRADE OPTIONS (RESIDENTIAL)

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FRAMELESS GLASS HANDRAIL OPTIONS

ROUND HANDRAIL ON OFFSET BRACKET

SQUARE RECESSED HANDRAIL

ROUND RECESSEDHANDRAIL

RECTANGULAR HANDRAIL ON OFFSET

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FRAMELESS GLASS FIXING OPTIONS

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Engineering calculations show that all balustrades that are frameless requires a minimum of 12mm and possibly up to 20mm thick toughened safety glass dependent on occupancy classification.

A Handrail is compulsory in the event that frameless glass is not fixed in a permanent concrete or steel channel.

In line with structural engineers calculations and SANS 10160 loading requirements, all balustrades will be designed to comply with the relevant occupation categories as outlined in SANS 10160 eg. 1kN/m, 1.5kN/m and 3kN/m etc.

All custom balustrade systems are designed and tested in consultation with a professional structural engineer and in accordance with SANS deemed to satisfy requirements.

All glass balustrades must withstand a 400 Joule soft body impact test.

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Stainless steel is available in grade 304 180 grit or grade 316 mirror polished finish. One of our qualified sales executives will advise on the correct grade suited to your application.

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Robust Engineering with Superior Designs

STAINLESS STEEL BALUSTRADES

In a time of an ever-increasing need to comply with the South African National Standards, Steel

Studio has the recipe to produce a range of compliant balustrades with aesthetically pleasing

leading edge design.

Since our inception, our balustrades have put the finishing touches to some of the most prestigious buildings

in South Africa.

All of our Standard Steel Balustrade systems are tested to comply with:

SABS 0104 Edition 2 1991 – Handrailing and Balustrading (safety aspects)

SANS 10400-A: 2011 Edition 3 – NBR – General Principals and Requirements

SANS 10400-B: 2012 Edition 3 – NBR – Structural design

SANS 10400-D: 2011 Edition 3 – NBR – Public safety

SANS 10400-M: 2011 Edition 3 – NBR – Stairways

SANS 10400-N: 2010 Edition 3 – NBR – Glazing

SANS 10400-S: 2011 Edition 3 – NBR – Facilities for persons with disabilities

SANS 10400-T: 2011 Edition 3 – NBR – Fire protection

SANS 10160-2: 2011 Edition 1.1 – Self-weight and imposed loads

SANS 10160-3: 2011 Edition 1.1 – Wind actions

SANS 10137: 2011 Edition 4 – The installation of glazing in buildings

SANS 1263-1:2006 Edition 3.1– Park 1: Safety performance of glazing materials under human impact

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STAINLESS STEEL BALUSTRADES

RECTANGULAR POSTROUND POST SQUARE POST

min 50dia x 2mm min 40 x 40 x 2mm min 50 x 30 x 2mm

max 100mm air gap

RECTANGULAR POSTROUND POST SQUARE POST

In line with structural engineers calculations and SANS 10160 loading requirements, all balustrades will be designed to comply with the

relevant occupation categories as outlined in SANS 10160 eg. 0.5kN/m, 1kN/m and 1.5kN/m etc.

All custom balustrade systems are designed and tested in consultation with a professional structural engineer and in accordance with

SANS deemed to satisfy requirements.

In line with structural engineers calculations and SANS 10160 loading requirements, all balustrades will be designed to comply with the

relevant occupation categories as outlined in SANS 10160 eg. 1kN/m, 1.5kN/m and 3kN/m etc.

All custom balustrade systems are designed and tested in consultation with a professional structural engineer and in accordance with

SANS deemed to satisfy requirements.

STAINLESS STEEL BALUSTRADE OPTIONS (COMMERCIAL)

STAINLESS STEEL BALUSTRADE OPTIONS (RESIDENTIAL)

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Stainless steel is available in grade 304 180 grit or grade 316 mirror polished finish. One of our qualified sales executives will advise on the correct grade suited to your application.

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Systems Designed with your Safety in Mind

CUSTOMSTAIRCASES

Steel Studio manufactures and installs a superior range of custom designed spiral, helical and

straight staircase designs.

Steel Studio’s quality in manufacturing and installation is guaranteed as we have selected specific

professional teams in the company for this purpose. All materials used are of high quality as is used in the

manufacturing of our balustrades systems. Our staircases are not only functional but also a labour of fine

workmanship and design.

In line with structural engineers calculations and the relevant SANS loading requirements, all staircases will

be designed to comply with the relevant occupation categories as outlined in SANS 10160.

All custom staircases are designed and tested in consultation with a professional structural engineer and in

accordance with SANS deemed to satisfy requirements.

Staircase structures are manufactured in stainless steel and mild steel material options.

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Your SANS compliant solution

POOLENCLOSURES

Although swimming pools are the focus of family fun and recreation, it is your responsibility to

provide protection to avoid drowning fatalities. The first step in securing your pool area is by

installing a pool enclosure to keep out curious and highly mobile toddlers.

Our pool enclosures are custom built to your projects unique specifications. We’re constantly looking to

break new ground and change the way people look at pool enclosures.

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HINGES AND LOCKS FOR POSTS

SELF CLOSING HINGE LOCKABLE LATCH LOCK FOR GLASS SELF CLOSING HINGE

HINGES AND LOCKS FOR GLASS

All Hinges and Locks are imported products.

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Custom aesthetic designswe’re renowned for

CONTACTDETAILS

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Head Office Johannesburg 011 608 1963

Nationwide 0861 724 5464

sales@steelstudio.co.za

www.steelstudio.co.za

Thanks to our innovation, skills and patented technology, our products meet every

legal requirement, while maintaining the visually appealing, custom aesthetic

designs that we’re renowned for.

BALUSTRADES STAIRCASES POOL ENCLOSURES

SYSTEMS DESIGNED WITH YOUR SAFETY IN MIND