Technical comparison
Frameless and post-supported glass railing compared
Compare wind response, hardware costs and maintenance access for recessed and spigot systems.
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Design, engineering & installation of architectural railings
Stainless, glass & cable railings Aris Nardeh
Aris Nardeh supplies and installs stainless railings, glass balustrades, cable systems and security grilles. Materials, connections and services are specified for the conditions of each project.
304 & 201 stainless alloys
Select the grade for the environment, material specification and maintenance plan.
Project approval requirements
Review applicable rules and approved drawings.
Anchors & supporting connections
Anchor type and embedment are selected from the supporting structure and connection documentation.
Surveying & alignment
Assess stair slope and site geometry before fabrication.
Aris specialist solutions
A considered choice for every space
Structural requirements brought together with clean architectural lines.
AISI 316 stainless grade
Cable railing fittings
Clamps, tensioners and stainless terminals; specify connection details, cable diameter and adjustment range in the order.
201 & 304 alloys
Stainless railings — three-rail, four-rail & vertical infill
Select handrail, post and infill dimensions for the loads, connections and exposure, with a suitable finish and maintenance plan.
Reinforced grille design
Security and balcony barriers
Security grille members and anchorage must suit the use of the space. Required approvals and evidence are confirmed for the specific project.
Aris pool equipment
Stainless pool ladders & handrails — standard and club
Alloy grade, step count and slip-resistant surfaces are assessed against pool geometry and exposure. Final specifications are stated in the project quotation.
PROJECTS
Aris project portfolio
Selected architectural projects
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Tehran — Fereshteh
Spigot-mounted glass railing
Fereshteh penthouse
Laminated glass and fixings selected for the panel geometry, support conditions and project wind loads.
Lavasan — Asalak
316 stainless cable railing
Contemporary Lavasan villa
Cable infill with concealed tensioning fittings inside architectural profiles.
Tehran — Zaferanieh
Recessed frameless glass railing
Zaferanieh office building
Recessed aluminium channel with a slim stainless handrail; final dimensions follow the project specification.
Tehran — Farmanieh
Continuous contemporary handrail
Farmanieh private villa
Curved handrails with coordinated joints and a specified surface finish.
DETAILS
Aris design approach
Beauty begins with the details in every project
A balustrade is part of the architecture. Material selection, handrail alignment, surface finish and connections must be considered alongside structural and operational requirements.
Precision Tolerance ± 0.5mm
Connections designed for the supporting structure and exposure
Aris materials & metallurgy guide
Comparing railing materials
Compare 201 and 304 stainless steel and aluminium by actual system specifications and environmental conditions.
| Engineering criterion | 304 stainless steel | 201 stainless steel | Aluminium railing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composition & corrosion behaviour | Chromium and nickel; corrosion behaviour depends on exposure and finish. | Lower-nickel grade; verify composition against the material certificate. | Assess alloy and coating specifications. |
| Application assessment | Assess chlorides, moisture and cleaning before selecting the grade. | Assess exposure and maintenance, including sheltered areas. | Select section, alloy and finish for the actual loads and exposure. |
| Mechanical performance | Verify against material certificates and system calculations. | Verify against material certificates and system calculations. | Depends on alloy, section geometry and connections. |
| Compliance & project approval | Assessment by the project's competent authorities | Check approved drawings and applicable requirements. | Assess profile thickness, connections and design loads. |
Fabrication & installation
From component detailing to site installation
Explore alignment, cable tension checks and the specified inspection process.
Installation guidance & technical consultation
Engineering principles
Why architects & builders choose Aris
Architectural objectives are assessed alongside design loads, installation details and applicable project requirements.
Specify 304 & 316 stainless grades
Match alloy, finish and cleaning to moisture, chlorides and pollution. No alloy is immune to corrosion in every environment.
Specify laminated safety glass
Select glass and interlayer for panel dimensions, restraint, loads and post-breakage behaviour. Lamination alone does not guarantee barrier stability.
Coordination with architectural form
Coordinate the specified surface finish and colour with the facade and interior materials.
Clearly defined project pricing
Itemise materials, installation, delivery and the agreed programme in the project proposal.
From assessment to handover
From concept to installation
Four stages of project coordination
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Project information & drawings
Provide architectural drawings, installation photographs and the project's design requirements.
Initial technical consultation
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Technical review & modelling
Assess loads, select the system and prepare the agreed shop drawings.
Approve shop drawings
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Pricing & component fabrication
Confirm the quotation, glass specifications and fabrication details for posts and fittings.
Fabrication quality checks
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Delivery & installation review
Coordinate packaging, delivery, installation checks and handover documentation.
Warranty conditions follow the project contract.
Site supervision
Engineer Alireza Samiei
Samiei & Partners architectural studio
ARIS-1403-FSH
Architectural Review
Fereshteh project review
Installation review & handover
«Architectural quality depends on accurate surveying, coordinated connections, protection of existing finishes and documented installation checks.»
Total project length
240 linear metres
Glass specification
21.52 mm low-iron laminated glass
Structural fixing system
316 stainless point fixings
Residential penthouse — Fereshteh, Tehran
Project supervision information•Project reference details
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Coordinating with architects, consultants and builders
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Technical articles & analysis
Choosing railing & barrier systems
Cable railing
What affects stainless cable railing cost and durability?
Cable construction, post spacing, tensioners and anchorage must be assessed together.
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Material selection
Hardware selection for humid environments
Compare 304 and 316 stainless grades for chloride exposure and specify suitable material verification.
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Common project questions
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers to common questions about specifications and installation.
Technical consultation & quotation
Share your project with our team
Provide the project specifications and approximate length for an initial review. Response time and the need for a site visit are coordinated from the information received.
Review plans and sections
Coordinate material and fitting samples
Which railing system suits your project?
The choice between glass, cable and stainless steel railing depends on the use of the space, supporting structure, climate, visibility and maintenance plan. Chloride exposure requires particular care in material selection. Grade 316 offers greater resistance than 304 to some forms of corrosion, but no grade is immune in every environment.
Material selection reference: Stainless steel selection guide — worldstainless