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Edgetec® MegaGrip™ Commercial Balustrade System

The Edgetec® MegaGrip™ is a heavy-duty C5 rated glass channel system for commercial applications, and has been engineered specifically for high-performance safety in large-scale commercial projects. Designed for use with frameless 25.52mm and 31.52mm Toughened Laminated SentryGlas®, this system delivers the strength and durability required for demanding public environments.

Whether securing a transport hub, stadium, or any high-traffic public space, MegaGrip™ offers the confidence of a C5 load rating—the highest classification for crowd loading. Its versatile channel design allows for multiple configurations to meet a variety of architectural styles and wind zone requirements.

Compatible with a range of glass thicknesses, MegaGrip™ is one of the most adaptable and robust commercial balustrade systems available on the market today.

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Scope

  • Complies With AS/NZS 1170:2002, NZS 4223.3.2016, NZ Building Code B1, B2, F2, F4 and F9
  • Residential Occupancy Types A, and B/E
  • Commercial Occupancy Types C1/C2, C3, C5 and D
  • Occupancy Types as per AS/NZ 1170.1.2002.
Key Features
  • Quick and easy to install & adjust
  • For A, and B/E Residential & C1/C2, C3, C5 and D Commercial Occupancy Types
  • Completely frameless commercial balustrade.
  • Appropriate for Commercial C5 and D occupancy types
  • Lightweight and strong with an incredible strength-to-weight ratio
  • Base fix to steel or concrete
  • Glass options: 25.52mm or 31.52mm toughened laminated SentryGlas®
  • Finish: Available powder coated from the Dulux® range of colours
  • PS1 available

Performance

Statement of Building Code Compliance
  • Complies With AS/NZS 1170:2002, NZS 4223.3.2016, NZ Building Code B1, B2, F2, F4 and F9
  • Frameless Glass Balustrades must conform to NZS 4223.3.2016

NZBC Compliance

  • The Juralco Edgetec® MegaGrip™ Balustrade System has been reviewed by Lautrec Technology Group Ltd to demonstrate compliance with the structural requirements of the New Zealand Building Code and NZS 1170 : 2002 occupancy A, B, E ,A Other, C3, C5, D and F/G, NZS 3604 up to and including Extra High Wind Zone. 2.5kPa
  • The Structural Engineering design includes the requirements of B1 Structure, B2 Durability, F2 Hazardous material and F4 Safety from falling, F9 Restricting access to Residential Pools, all from the Building Code.
  • Glass used in the Juralco Edgetec® MegaGrip™ Balustrade System must conform to AS/NZS 2208. Complies with NZS 4223.3.2016
  • Verification Method B1/VM1, B2/AS1, F4/AS1, F9/AS1
  • Separation of dissimilar materials (as relates to B2 compliance) have been reviewed.

For other combinations refer to NZS 3604:2011 Section 2.3.3 Separation and Section 4 Durability

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