TouchSafe
DDA Compliant Handrail
Our DDA compliant handrail designed to comply with part M of the building requirements. With an inherent ‘warm to touch feel,’ TouchSafe is a long-lasting, modular GRP handrail solution for stairs, ramps & walkways.
Applications
Approaches to buildings
Stairs & ramp handrails
Pedestrian walkways
Retaining walls
Warehouses
Benefits
Naturally warm to touch
Smooth & continuous
Modular
Fast & efficient installation
Weather & wear resistant
DDA Compliant Handrails
Relinea GRP handrails offer several benefits over Steel DDA Handrails.
Naturally warm to touch
Smooth & continuous
Modular
Fast & efficient installation
Wear & weather resistant
Naturally warm to touch
- 45mm GRP tubing
- Warm to touch exterior that won’t wear, even after sustained use
- Can be comfortably used all year round, irrespective of weather conditions
- Exterior can be easily wiped clean
Smooth & continuous
- Tubular DDA fittings match the external diameter of the handrail
- Top rail connected to a mid-rail in a continuous unbroken loop
- Highly visible exterior contrasts with the surrounding environment
- Fixings are ‘hidden’ to eliminate catch points
Modular
- Modular GRP post design which can be altered to suit specific loads
- Can be supplied as a complete ‘DDA handrail kit’
- Easy to attach DDA fittings used to connect railing
- Flexible steel bracketry designed to suit flat or pitched surfaces
Fast & efficient installation
- Suitable for both internal & external applications
- Prefabricated modular GRP posts increase installation speed
- Easy to attach DDA fittings can be used
- Faster & easier to cut/drill GRP profiles compared to steel
Wear & weather resistant
- GRP profiles are not externally coated, the smooth, brightly coloured surface will not wear even in harsh weather environments
- ‘TouchSafe’ can be configured to suit loads ranging from 0.36kN to 1.5kN according to BS6180 – Barriers in and about buildings. Code of practice.
- Tamperproof fixings used to deter vandalism
- Highly impact resistant
- Non-conductive, perfect for railway applications
What makes a handrail DDA compliant?
Nondiscriminatory handrails must be provided in and around public and commercial buildings to ensure accessibility.
- Must be between 900mm & 1100mm in height
- A lower mid-rail positioned at 600mm
- Railings should be 40 – 45mm in diameter
- Be smooth & continuous with a warm to touch feel
- Contrast with the surrounding environment
TouchSafe – GRP DDA Compliant Handrail vs Other Steel DDA Handrails
Feature | TouchSafe – DDA Compliant Handrail | Other Steel DDA Handrails |
|---|---|---|
Warm to touch | Naturally warm to touch, no exterior coating needed | Needs a powder/PVC coated finish to achieve warm to touch properties |
Smooth & Continuous | Outer surface will remain smooth even after sustained use | Painted steel surfaces will wear after time |
Strength | Will return to original position after impact | Can permanently deform upon impact |
Maintenance | Handrail will not chip, peel or flake meaning zero maintenance | Finish can peel exposing metal causing rust/corrosion |
Conductivity | Non-conductive (No earthing) | Handrail will conduct electricity dependent on external finish |
Design life | Design life of over 50 years | Limited design life |
Sustainability | Naturally warm to touch, no exterior coating needed | Low life cycle costs with a design |
Additional Solutions
Certificates of conformity
Standard 1-year warranty on all parts & components
Warranty extended to 2 years on material or workmanship if installation is completed by us
To further support your project, we can also offer the following additional services:
- Detailed design calculations using a trusted & reputable structural engineer
- Anchor pull out testing, carried out by a fully qualified construction fixings association (CFA) approved tester
- FEA analysis which can be backed up with live load & impact testing
Full Solution: From Start To Finish
The Relinea Service 6 Step Approach
1. Free initial consultation
Expert advice & product knowledge backed up with years of experience working with glass reinforced plastic (GRP) products across multiple industries. Benefit from a free project review & quotation today!
2. On-site surveys
Accurate & detailed site surveys carried out by our dedicated team who operate throughout the UK & Ireland. Have peace of mind that your site has been correctly surveyed helping to ease product installation.
3. Design
With one of the largest and most experienced design team’s in our sector, specifically tasked to provide cost-effective and technically innovative fibreglass solutions using the latest CAD technology and BIM modelling. Our solutions aim is to save cost and ensure ease of installation.
4. Fabrication & Delivery
In-house fabrication using our specialist fabrication team. With a focus on offsite modular built units, to reduce site installation time. With significant stock holding this enables us to provide a fast & efficient turnaround.
5. Installation
Installation using our fully trained & qualified team who operate throughout the UK & Ireland. Installation is completed to the highest of standards with thorough post installation checks.
6. Aftersales Support
We will continue to support you once installation is completed. Our team of experts are on hand to answer any further questions or queries you may have surrounding our range of products & services.
1. Free initial consultation
Expert advice & product knowledge backed up with years of experience working with glass reinforced plastic (GRP) products across multiple industries. Benefit from a free project review & quotation today!
2. On-site surveys
Accurate & detailed site surveys carried out by our dedicated team who operate throughout the UK & Ireland. Have peace of mind that your site has been correctly surveyed helping to ease product installation.
3. Design
With one of the largest and most experienced design team’s in our sector, specifically tasked to provide cost-effective and technically innovative fibreglass solutions using the latest CAD technology and BIM modelling. Our solutions aim is to save cost and ensure ease of installation.
4. Fabrication & Delivery
In-house fabrication using our specialist fabrication team. With a focus on offsite modular built units, to reduce site installation time. With significant stock holding this enables us to provide a fast & efficient turnaround.
5. Installation
Installation using our fully trained & qualified team who operate throughout the UK & Ireland. Installation is completed to the highest of standards with thorough post installation checks.
6. Aftersales Support
We will continue to support you once installation is completed. Our team of experts are on hand to answer any further questions or queries you may have surrounding our range of products & services.
1. Free initial consultation
1. Free initial consultation & project review
Expert advice & product knowledge backed up with years of experience working with glass reinforced plastic (GRP) products across multiple industries. Benefit from a free project review & quotation today!
2. On-site surveys
2. On-site surveys carried out by our specialist team
Accurate & detailed site surveys carried out by our dedicated team who operate throughout the UK & Ireland. Have peace of mind that your site has been correctly surveyed helping to ease product installation.
3. Design
3. Full design capabilities using our expert engineers
With one of the largest and most experienced design team’s in our sector, specifically tasked to provide cost-effective and technically innovative fibreglass solutions using the latest CAD technology and BIM modelling. Our solutions aim is to save cost and ensure ease of installation.
4. Fabrication & Delivery
4. Complete in-house fabrication & delivery to site
In-house fabrication using our specialist fabrication team. With a focus on offsite modular built units, to reduce site installation time. With significant stock holding this enables us to provide a fast & efficient turnaround.
5. Installation
5. Fully qualified & skilled installation
Installation using our fully trained & qualified team who operate throughout the UK & Ireland. Installation is completed to the highest of standards with thorough post installation checks.
6. Aftersales Support
6. Continued aftersales support
We will continue to support you once installation is completed. Our team of experts are on hand to answer any further questions or queries you may have surrounding our range of products & services.
To further support your project, we can also offer the following additional services:
- Detailed design calculations using a trusted structural engineer
- Anchor testing can be carried out by a fully qualified construction fixings association (CFA) approved tester
- FEA analysis which can be supported with live load & impact testing
Information
For more in-depth information, please download our GRP Handrail Brochure: Relinea DDA Compliant Handrail
Components
- E23 grade GRP pultruded profiles
- DDA fittings & connectors
- Steel bracketry designed specifically for on-site flexibility
- High quality fixings
Loads
- 0.36kN UDL
- 0.74kN UDL
- 1.5kN UDL
Standards
- BS6180:2011 Barriers in about buildings – Code of practice
- BS 13706 – Part 1,2 & 3 Reinforced plastics composites – Specifications for pultruded profiles – E23
Coloring
- Bright yellow railing
- Light grey posts
Quality & Environmental Management:
- All Relinea products conform to ISO 9001:2015
- Environmental management system to BS 8555
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