Electrofused Grating at Alpha Rail

At Alpha Rail our priority is to provide a range of products that satisfies your needs, is functional but is still aesthetically pleasing.

is an extremely versatile medium when it is employed in the field of architectural metalwork.

So what is Electrofused grating? It is a raw material that is strong and is formed from a combination of flat and round bars.

You can get this product in different aperture sizes which Alpha Rail can provide based on what the project in questions requires. The two most common aperture sizes are 132mm x 62m which forms a rectangular size or 62mm x 66mm which is square in size. You can also get louvred screen panels which provide a good level of security physically and visually.

Electrofused grating is a material that is ideal for the closing of structural openings such as multi storey car parks and windows. This is due to the material being strong and attractive with minimal reduction in light levels.

One main contributing factor to our products is that we want our various rails to be aesthetically pleasing as well as functional. In order to assure this all products are available in a standard galvanized finish or with optional powder coated finish, this affect will introduce colour that will blend in with the local environment.

The quality of service you will receive from us is of a high quality standard and we will provide detail drawings and photographs to ensure customers know what they are investing in.

To receive a budget quotation either complete the  form here or contact out sales department to discuss specific requirements.

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Use of Finishes on Fencing, Gates and Rails

BS EN ISO 146 provides a specification concerning the general properties of coatings used and the standards required for the treatment of iron and steel today. These guidelines are produced by the British Standard Institute (BSI) and are essential to be followed in order to protect structures made of these materials. These coatings, also called finishes, provide maximum protection against corrosion after they have been hot dip galvanised.

Structures that often need this treatment include fencing such as bow top, chevron and flat top fences. As well as providing protection, these coatings can improve surface properties of the structure such as adhesion, wet ability, scratch resistance and wear resistance. Aesthetically these coatings can also improve the appearance of the structure using colour or texture.

Bow top fencing is regularly used for parks and children’s play areas. Often used for its security benefits and lack of sharp edges, this type of fencing comes in a variety of styles such as interlaced, bow in bow and bar in bow.  Factory applied polyester powder coated finish can be applied to this fencing, in a wide range of colours that can make the fencing match with the surroundings and be eye catching to passers-by.

Fencing has been around for thousands of years, ever since humans had possessions, land and farms we have had fencing. Ultimately they are used to keep things in or out of a particular space, marking boundaries or for privacy reasons.  Chevron and flat top fencing are popular railing systems that can be suitable for most applications. As an alternative to polyester powder coating, site applied wet painting services are available from a wide variety of companies such as Alpha Rail who offers both procedures following guidelines produced by the BSI.

Finishes can be applied to a wide range of fencing, gates and rails. It is true that fencing and railing systems ultimately need to be strong, robust and safe but that does not mean that they can’t be aesthetically pleasing.

To see designs incorporating colour and shape to communicate ideas visit Alpha Rail today! For enquiries call 01623 750 214.