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Fence Vs. Railing, what's the difference?
Posted on October 24, 2019
The terms often are interchangeable, but critical differences are key in ensuring the proper products are used….so, what are these differences?
Two-Line? Three-Line? How about some guide-lines!
Posted on September 24, 2019
The number of “lines” in a given railing system is critical to the overall project design, but the terminology often leads to confusion. So, what does two, three, four, etc. line railing ACTUALLY mean?
Do Horizontal Railing Lines Create a Ladder Effect?
Posted on August 16, 2019
From time to time we get asked about horizontal lines in railing systems creating a ladder effect… attracting children to climb into dangerous situations. Is this concern justified, or are horizontal lines safe to install on every location?
How Does Handrail Meet ADA Guidelines?
Posted on July 16, 2019
The Americans with Disabilities Act established precedents to ensure all could equally enjoy public and commercial buildings across the country, so where does handrail fit in?
How do I Clean this Gunk off my Railing?
Posted on June 11, 2019
While Superior Railing is low-maintenance, there isn't anything we can do about random dirt and messy substances getting on your products. What we can do is offer some advice in cleaning that gunk off.
Building Safety, The Superior Way
Posted on May 10, 2019
May is Building Safety Month, and at Superior Aluminum we take safety very seriously. Safe, code-compliant designs and a workforce that keeps safety front of mind are integral parts of the Superior way.
Wait, I Can Easily Get a Railing Price Now?
Posted on April 19, 2019
For years getting a project into Superior’s railing quotation process was potentially mysterious and complex, but no longer.
It's March - Time to Talk Brackets!
Posted on March 19, 2019
March is the time of year where everyone is talking brackets, and that includes Superior Aluminum (and a special guest)!
Do You Know your Code? Part Three
Posted on February 13, 2019
It's time to take another deep look at building codes! Do manufacturers just use whatever size material they have laying around to build handrail? Is it just screwed into the wall? There are handrail codes that deal with these questions and it is time to explore them.
Examining 20 MORE Railing Terms
Posted on January 23, 2019
Working with railing can often get confusing, especially when very specific terms start to get thrown around. We have already looked at 20 common railing terms, but now it's time to check out 20 more!
Railings and Beer.....a Perfect Match?
Posted on December 27, 2018
Railings and beer. Two seemingly random and unrelated topics with wildly different demographics showing heavy interest in them, right?
Investigating 12 Fence Terms....and 4 Bonus Terms!
Posted on November 13, 2018
Fence, including Aluminum Fence, is important for keeping unwanted visitors away, but can sometimes become a bit perplexing. We took a deep dive into some of the key terms associated with fence in an effort to clear away some of the fog.
Local Students Discover Superior Aluminum
Posted on October 17, 2018
The local high school is right down the road from Superior Aluminum Products, but most of the inhabitants have no idea what goes on in their own backyard...it is time to change that!
Do you Know your Code? Part Two
Posted on September 17, 2018
Does a handrail just get installed on a step because the building owner is being nice? Do they just pick a spot on the wall and say: "looks good, fasten it there?" As it turns out, handrails have their own sets of rules within the larger building code to create a consistent, safe set of standards.
How does railing go from an idea to an installation?
Posted on August 20, 2018
So you have this great idea for a beautiful railing project....now what?
How did Pipe Cable Railing come to be?
Posted on July 23, 2018
A closer look at the needs and development that led to a brand new member of the Superior Aluminum product family.
A Glimpse at Housing Trends and What they Mean
Posted on June 19, 2018
Where is the housing market going in comparison to where it has been? What does it mean for building products manufacturers?
Do you Know your Code?
Posted on May 10, 2018
Ever wondered if that hotel balcony railing was really safe to lean against? Turn's out there is a wide array of rules and regulations called building codes that ensure it is indeed safe! We tackled two of these such codes in depth!
Examining 15 Common Column Terms
Posted on April 12, 2018
Load-Bearing? Wrap-Around? What do all these fancy column terms actually mean?!
Understanding 20 Common Aluminum Railing Terms
Posted on March 7, 2018
Working with railing can often get confusing, especially when very specific terms start to get thrown around. We are here to ease some of the confusion.
The Big Game Without Manufacturing?
Posted on February 13, 2018
What would the end of a football season look like without Manufacturing? We decided to answer the question!
Understanding 12 Key Construction Terms
Posted on January 16, 2018
The construction and building supply industries tend to throw out acronyms that can make anyone pause and say: “Wait, what does that mean?”
Buy Pre-Assembled, or Fabricate on the Jobsite?
Posted on December 12, 2017
Unassembled railing kits may be priced more aggressively, but do they cost less?
Commercial Construction On the Rise
Posted on November 16, 2017
Every quarter the USG Corporation and the US Chamber of Commerce survey a panel of contractors in the commercial construction industry to gauge their perspective on the current market. Powered by Dodge Data and Analytics, this index reveals some of the most prominent and promising trends forthcoming from the commercial construction industry.