Product Presentation:
DesignRail^™ Aluminum Railing Systems: if you’re looking for an attractive, durable and affordable turnkey solution to your railing or fence project, we have the answer: DesignRail^™ pre-engineered, component based, aluminum railing systems combine the durability, strength and low maintenance of aluminum with the innovative design details that assure lasting beauty, structural integrity, easy installation and affordability. All of the rails and stanchions are made from high strength, 6000-series aluminum extrusions that can be quickly and easily cut and assembled on-site using pre-engineered components that snap and screw together. Frames can even be fitted with recessed, high-intensity LED lights for dramatic nighttime effects and increased visibility. Tough, powder coated finishes are available in a wide variety of colors offering superior color retention, impact resistance and weatherability – no rusting, splintering cracking, peeling or repainting. Infill options include clear or tinted tempered glass panels, stainless steel cables, or aluminum pickets. DesignRail^™ aluminum railing systems are perfect for fences, gates, guardrails and stairs in interior, exterior, commercial or residential settings. Plus, the experienced Feeney staff is always ready to assist with custom designs and technical support. For further information please visit our Aluminum Railing System website at www.designrail.com or call for a free brochure, 1-800-888-2418.

• High strength extrusions made from 6000-series, aluminum alloy.
• Durable powder coated finishes offer superior color retention and impact resistance. Available in 8 standard colors and over 200 custom color finishes.
• Very low maintenance: no rusting splintering cracking, peeling or repainting.
• Four post mounting options: surface, fascia, fascia bracket & stanchion sleeve mount.
• Five cap rail styles as well as ADA compliant applied grab rail options.
• Four infill options: tempered glass (clear & tinted), aluminum picket, horizontal cables and vertical cables. Plus custom infill panels and textured, etched, or decaled glass.
• Field trimmed rails and stanchions are quickly and easily assembled using pre-engineered components that snap and screw together. Easy for building professionals as well as do-it-yourself homeowners.
• No welding, no grinding, no special finishing.
• Installation requires only a few basic tools.
• The lightweight materials reduce shipping costs and are easier to handle on the job.
• Variety of uses: fences, gates, guardrails, stairs, commercial, residential, interior and exterior.
• Detail drawings and 3-part specifications are available.
• Custom design and technical support is available. Call toll free 1-800-888-2418.
• Low voltage, in-rail lighting systems available.
• Affordable pricing.

Uses and Applications:
The simplicity of our component based design, durability of aluminum components, variety of cap rails and infill options, and lasting beauty of tough powder coated finishes makes DesignRail^™ Aluminum Railing Systems a perfect choice for any railing, fence or privacy barrier application in interior, exterior, residential, commercial or industrial settings.

Components and Parts:
The DesignRail^™ Aluminum Railing Systems allow you to customize your railing to meet your exact design, function and installation needs. You can select from a variety of post mounting types, cap rail styles, infill options and finish colors. See Sweets CAD Library for detail drawings and 3-part specs or visit our website www.designrail.com.

Posts: posts are made from heavy-duty 2-3/8" square tube extrusions. Posts for horizontal railings come pre-cut for standard 36-in and 42-in railing heights. Stair or custom posts must be cut to height in the field; extrusions can be ordered in 10-ft or 20-ft lengths for that purpose. Posts also come pre-drilled for cables when using horizontal cable infill (except stair posts which must be field drilled). Square posts can be fascia mounted, fascia bracket mounted, surface mounted or stanchion sleeve mounted.

• Fascia Mount: for side mounting to fascia boards, joists or walls. Fascia Mount posts come with pre-drilled bolt holes.
• Fascia Bracket Mount: for side mounting to fascia or rim joists when decking or nosing trim extends beyond the edge of the fascia board. Posts are attached using metal brackets that are available with either a 3/4" or 1-1/4" standoff.
• Surface Mount: for top mounting to deck, patio or stair tread surfaces. (5" square base plates come pre-attached).
• Stanchion Mount: for mounting on stone or tile covered concrete slabs or on roof decks where penetration of waterproof roofing membranes must be minimized. Short stanchions are attached to the structural members prior to pouring the slab or laying the roof membrane. Railing posts are then sleeved over the protruding stanchion ends and secured with screws.

• Series 100 Caps For Stairs: 2" wide, graspable cap rail for stairs. Meets residential code requirements for stair grab rail sizing. (1-1/2" diameter applied grab rails with attachment brackets are available for commercial stair railings).
• Series 200 Caps: 3-1/2" wide, rectangular cap rail. The flat surface is a convenient perch for your favorite beverage as you relax and gaze at the view. Requires an Applied Grab Rail when used on stairs.
• Series 300 Caps: 1-1/2" radius cap rail. The smooth rounded shape offers a more contemporary accent to those less traditional architectural designs. Requires an Applied Grab Rail when used on stairs.
• Series 350 Caps: 3-1/2" wide elliptical cap rail. The sleek, stylish design offers another option for those who prefer a less angular cap rail appearance. Requires an Applied Grab Rail when used on stairs.
• Series 400 Caps: low profile cap for adding your own wood top rails (must be used with wood top rail to achieve necessary frame strength - wood top rails not included). Requires an Applied Grab Rail when used on stairs.

Infill: the basic infill options are illustrated. However, we can also assist with custom infill such as textured, etched or decaled glass panels, special picket designs, or even wood strips or panels for solid barriers or fences.

• Tempered Glass: clear or custom tinted panels that come cut-to-size, ready-to-install. Panels are easily inserted into vinyl lined slots in the Cap Infill Channel and Foot Rail; no special mounting hardware needed. Glass panels are shipped cut to size after the frames are constructed and the final opening measurements are submitted. Maximum post spacing is 5 feet on center.
• Vertical Pickets: 3/4" square aluminum Pickets that come cut-to-size, ready-to-install. Pickets come powder coated to match the frame color and are secured to the Cap Infill Channel and Foot Rail with screws. Maximum post spacing is 6 feet on center.
• Vertical Cables: 1/8" diameter, type 316 stainless steel cables that come prefabricated to size, ready-to-install (for 36" high frames only. Not available for Series 400 cap rail frames). Maximum post spacing is 5-1/2 feet on center with 2 intermediate aluminum pickets.
• Horizontal Cables: 1/8" diameter, type 316 stainless steel cables available in standard assembly lengths that can be trimmed to length in the field. Maximum post spacing for 36-in railing is 6 feet on center with 1 intermediate aluminum picket and for 42-in railing it's 5-ft on center with one intermediate picket. Horizontal Foot Rails are required for 42" high frames and may be used as an option on 36" frames.

Frame Colors: durable, powder coated finishes offer superior color retention and impact resistance. Available in 8 standard colors and over 200 custom colors. Standard colors include White, Black Matte, Bronze Matte, Green, Gray, Taupe, Cream, and Silver and adhere to AAMA 2604 paint specifications. (see Materials & Finish section below for standard color samples). Special, extra tough Kynar finishes are also available for those especially harsh coastal environments; call for more information 1-800-888-2418.

Assembly and Installation:
DesignRail^™ Aluminum Railing Systems are designed to quickly screw and snap together on site. Installation requires only a few basic tools: tape measure, pencil, string line, level, electric drill, drill bits, driver bits, rubber mallet, socket wrench, pliers and miter saw with carbide blade. Detailed installation instructions are included with each order and are also available on our DesignRail^™ website www.designrail.com.

1. Install Posts: install the posts starting with the end posts and corner posts and then continuing on to the intermediate posts. Be sure all are plumb and level.
2. Attach Cap Rails: measure and cut the Cap Rails and attach to posts using screws.
3. Screw On RCBs: screw the Rail Connecting Blocks (RCBs) to the posts for attaching the Foot Rails. RCB size and location will vary depending on the type of infill used. Posts come with pre-drilled pilot holes.
4. Prepare Infill Supports: measure and cut Cap Infill Channels and Foot Rails for each railing panel section.
5. Install Infill: attach the infill to the frame. Cables are laced through the intermediate posts and terminated at the end posts. Glass panels are inserted into vinyl sleeves that line the Foot Rail and upper Cap Infill Channel. Picket panels snap into the bottom of the Cap Rail and are secured at the Foot Rails with screws.

Cap Rail and Foot Rail extrusions can be shipped directly to the jobsite in special 10-ft and 20-ft boxes and pre-cut posts, pickets, accessory components and all additional necessary hardware are wrapped and shipped on standard pallets.

Materials & Finishes:
Materials: all DesignRail^™ Aluminum Railing System materials are selected for high strength and weather-tough durability.

• Extruded Aluminum Rails, Tubes, & Profiles: 6000-series aluminum.
• Glass: ASTM C 1048, kind FT (fully tempered), condition A (uncoated), type 1 (transparent flat), quality q3 (glazing select), class 1 (clear), 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) thick.
• Cables: 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) diameter, 1 by 19 construction, type 316 stainless steel, polished finish, commercial, dry grade cable with stainless steel end fittings.

Finish Colors: durable, powder coated finishes offer superior color retention and impact resistance. Available in 8 standard colors and over 200 custom colors. Standard colors include White, Black Matte, Bronze Matte, Green, Gray, Taupe, Cream, and Silver. (color samples shown represent approximate color only). Finishes adhere to AAMA 2604 paint specifications. Special, extra tough Kynar finishes are also available for those especially harsh coastal environments; call for more information 1-800-888-2418.

Technical Support:
Specs and CAD detail drawings are always available through Sweets CAD Library or at our DesignRail^™ website www.designrail.com. Plus our sales/support staff is available M-F, 5am-5pm (Pacific) to answer product, design and technical questions and supply available testing and engineering data.

Codes & Certification:
Codes: DesignRail^™ Aluminum Railing Systems comply with IBC & IRC 2006 code requirements for guardrails. Since building codes can vary significantly by state, city and county, we always recommend consulting with your local building department before starting your project because some areas may have special requirements for pool fences cable infill and glass infill (especially in regions prone to hurricanes).

Warranty: Feeney warrants that all DesignRail^™ Aluminum Component Railing Systems adhere to AAMA 2604 paint specification guidelines and will not crack, flake, blister or peel under normal use, conditions, installation and maintenance in accordance with product specifications for ten years from date of purchase. In addition, Feeney warrants that the stainless steel cable and connectors shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use, conditions, installation and maintenance in accordance with product specifications for ten years from date of purchase. The complete text of this warranty is available at www.designrail.com.

Environmental Data:
DesignRail^™ Railing Systems are environmentally Friendly:

• Aluminum frames and stainless steel cables and components include recycled, pre-consumer content, plus upon disposal, they are recyclable.
• Products are lightweight for easier handling and lower shipping costs (less fuel).
• Long lasting, weather-tough materials and finishes require very little maintenance: no need for stains, paints, varnishes or preservatives that may use toxic chemicals.
  

Availability & Cost:
Availability: DesignRail^™ Aluminum Railing Systems may be ordered directly through our Oakland, CA, San Diego, CA or Eugene, OR sales offices. Orders are usually processed, packaged and ready to ship within 4-6 weeks after receipt of order. Orders are boxed, palletized and shipped by truck, freight collect. All frames and components are carefully packaged to ensure that products arrive damage free. Cap Rails, Foot Rails and Cap Infill Channels are shipped in special 10-ft and 20ft boxes, and all Posts and hardware items are boxed, wrapped and shipped on standard pallets.

Cost: Since railing projects are all different, we prefer to quote our systems on a per project basis. Please call 1-800-888-2418 to reach our sales group. They can immediately provide approximate per foot pricing for estimating purposes or if you send in your project drawings, they can work-up a detailed parts list and quote.

1. Determine Frame Height: residential 36" or commercial 42".
2. Decide Post Mountings: fascia, fascia bracket, surface or stanchion sleeve mount.
3. Select Cap Rail: series 200, 300, 350, 400 or series 100 for stairs.
4. Choose Infill: aluminum picket, glass, horizontal cable or vertical cable.
5. Pick Frame Color: choose from the eight standard colors or call for custom colors.
6. Review Other Items: will you need stair grab rails, low voltage lights, gates or tools?
7. Confirm Details & Prices: all railing projects are unique, so give us a call at 1-800-888-2418, and we will work-up a final parts list and price quote.
8. Place your order: call, fax or e-mail us your final list for order processing. Standard orders are usually ready to ship in 4 to 6 weeks via common truck carrier, freight collect. Phone: 1-800-888-2418, fax: 1-510-893-9484, e-mail: sales@feeneywire.com.

Maintenance:
While our DesignRail^™ Aluminum Railing Systems require very little maintenance, we do recommend following the procedures below in order to maintain optimal appearance and performance of your railing system:

• Use the color matched spray paint to touch-up any scratches on the frame. Be sure the surface being painted is clean and dry. Always follow the painting instructions on the can.
• As necessary, clean the railing frame with mild soap and water using a non-abrasive sponge or cloth. Be sure to wipe-up any bird droppings or sap drips as soon as possible to avoid possible staining or discoloration. Never use steel wool, sand paper, acid, bleach or other abrasive or caustic materials on your railings as they may cause permanent damage to the finish.
• Periodically clean the stainless steel infill cables with mild soap and water using a synthetic Scotch type pad. Any cleaner safe for glass is usually safe for stainless; never use mineral acids or bleaches. Do not leave stainless in contact with iron, steel or other metals as this may cause staining or corrosion, and if stain spots do appear, be sure to clean them right away. Occasionally inspect the cable assemblies for proper tension and re-tension as necessary.
• As necessary, clean glass infill panels with any glass or window cleaner and soft clean cloths.
• Periodically check to see that all components and screw connections are tight and secure and re-tighten as needed.