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HOW TO FASTEN HANDRAILS AND GUARDRAILS

Anchoring in areas with small distance to the edge

Hilti HUS H3 anchor
Hilti HUS H3 anchor

At Hilti we offer a wide range of versatile cast-in-place and post-installed anchor solutions.

This includes our Hilti HUS3 anchor, which is easy to use in tight spaces, helping to improve productivity and safety onsite.

We can also support your anchoring project with our Hilti engineering services. These include design, design software, onsite testing and consultation, training, technical data and documentation.

WHICH ANCHOR SYSTEM DO I USE FOR HANDRAILS AND GUARDRAILS

We rigorously test our anchor systems to see how they perform with small distance to the edge. They are all code and regulation compliant.

Hilti anchors baseplate selector chart

HOW TO DESIGN ANCHOR SYSTEMS FOR HANDRAILS AND GUARDRAILS

If you need help with design, you can work with our expert Hilti engineers – contact your local Hilti team, we’re happy to help.

Or use our Hilti PROFIS Anchor and Hilti PROFIS 3 design software:

  • It’s up-to-date with the latest codes and regulations
  • Includes cast-in place, mechanical and chemical anchors
  • Links to our Hilti BIM/CAD library
Software PROFIS for Anchor

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