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Maine Ornamental LLC 3.3. Materials and Processes - Deckorators®

933 U.S. Route 202 guardrail systems are an assemblage of an
Greene, ME 04236 aluminum upper and lower rail, aluminum or
(207) 946-2410 glass vertical balusters, plastic baluster to rail
connectors and rail to post brackets, non-
www.ufpi.com structural 4X4 plastic lined aluminum post
sleeve, a supporting foot piece, an optional cap
1.0 Subject rail assembly, decorative moldings and post
caps.
Deckorators® Aluminum Railing Systems
3.3.1. The top rail and bottom rails are identical
2.0 Research Scope and are extruded 6063-T5 or 6063-T6 aluminum
2.1. Building Codes: components of rectangular cross sectional
shape. The upper rail may be also be capped
2012 International Building Code (IBC) with an optional cap rail assembly. See Figures
2012 International Residential Code (IRC) 1 through 5.
2009 International Building Code (IBC) 3.3.2. The infill area may be configured in
multiple ways using the following aluminum or
2009 International Residential Code (IRC) glass balusters.
2.2. Properties: - Classic – 6063-T6 Aluminum
Structural Performance - Colonial – 6063-T6 Aluminum
3.0 Description - Estate – 6063-T6 Aluminum
3.1. General – Deckorators® guardrail systems - Traditional – 6063-T6 Aluminum
are guards or guardrails under the definitions of
the referenced codes. It is intended for use at or - Arc – 6063-T52 or 6063-T6 Aluminum
near the open sides of elevated walking areas of - Baroque – 6061-T6511 or 6063-T6
buildings and walkways as required by the Aluminum
codes.
- Frontier Scenic Glass – Fully Tempered
3.2. Guard Assemblies – Guards are provided Glass
as level guards for level walking areas such as
decks, balconies and porches and sloped - Contour Scenic Glass – Fully Tempered
guards for open sides of stairways. Glass
3.2.1. Level guards are provided with rail - Scenic Glass – Fully Tempered Glass
lengths up to 96 inches in length (measured See "Baluster Options" section of Figures 1
between the inside of support posts) and an through 2 and Figures 11 through 19 for
installed height of up to 46 inches measured dimensional details.
from the top of the upper rail to the walking
surface. See Table 1 for qualified lengths and 3.3.3. The system is available in various colors
configurations. and finishes.
3.2.2. Stair guards are provided with rail 4.0 Performance Characteristics
lengths up to 94 inches measured along the
4.1. The guardrail system described in this
sloping length between the inside of supports report has demonstrated the capacity to resist
and an installed height of up to 46 inches the design loadings specified in Chapter 16 of
measured vertically from the top of the upper rail
the IBC and Section R301 of the IRC when
to the leading edge of the stair tread or landing.
tested in accordance with ICC-ES AC273.
See Table 1 for qualified lengths and
configurations.

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5.0 Installation 6.2. Reports of testing and engineering
analysis demonstrating compliance with the
The guard system shall be installed in
performance requirements of ICC-ES
accordance with the manufacturer's installation
Acceptance Criteria for Handrails and Guards,
instructions and this report. Where differences
AC273, effective March 1, 2008 with additional
occur between this report and the
testing employing increased test loads for
manufacturer's installation instructions, this
compliance with IBC Section 2407 for the
report shall govern.
systems that utilize glass balusters.
5.1. Guards may be assembled in various
6.3. The reports of testing and engineering
configurations identified in Figures 1 and 2.
analysis demonstrating compliance with the
Refer to Table 2 for the fastening schedule of all
performance requirements of ANSI Z97.1-2009,
system components.
American National Standard for Safety Glazing
5.2. Top and bottom rails are attached directly Materials Used in Buildings, as required by
to conventional wood posts, or other suitable Section 2406 of the IBC and Section R308 of the
wood support structure, with Nylon/Glass Fiber IRC.
mounting brackets. The wood supports,
6.4. Sealed engineering calculations and
including wood posts, are outside the scope of
drawings in accordance with provisions of the
this report. See Figures 1, 2, 7 and 8.
2005 Aluminum Design Manual (ADM1-05).
5.2.1. Rails may be installed at angles of 22.5
6.5. A quality control manual that is in
deg and 45 deg to the post face using special
accordance with the ICC-ES AC10, Acceptance
angle adapters. See Figures 3, 9, 31 and 32.
Criteria for Quality Documentation effective
5.2.2. Conventional 4X4 wood posts may be June, 2014.
covered with the Deckorators extruded
7.0 Conditions of Use
aluminum post sleeve which is lined with a .045”
plastic coating. See Figure 6 The guard assemblies identified in this report
are deemed to comply with the intent of the
5.2.3. The wood in the supporting structure
provisions of the referenced building codes
including support posts shall have a specific
subject to the following conditions.
gravity of 0.50 or greater (Southern Yellow Pine
or better) and a minimum thickness to allow full 7.1. Conventional wood supports including
penetration of the bracket mounting screws support posts for guards are not within the
scope of this report and are subject to evaluation
5.3. Balusters are assembled to the rails either
and approval by the building official. Supports
by using plastic connectors and brackets shown
must satisfy the design load requirements
in figures 20 through 28 and 30, or fastened
specified in Chapter 16 of the IBC and must
directly to the face of the rails with screws as
provide suitable material for anchorage of the
indicated in Tables 1 and 2. Figure 1 indicates
rail brackets (See 5.2 under "Installation").
recognized attachment methods of each
Where required by the building official,
baluster type
engineering calculations, and/or accredited third
5.4. A foot piece is installed between the lower party structural testing, prepared by a licensed
rail and the deck surface midway between design professional shall be provided.
supports. See Figures 1, 2, 29 and 30.
7.2. Only stainless steel fasteners identified in
6.0 Supporting Evidence this report are approved for use in preservative
or fire-treated wood regulated by the referenced
6.1. Drawings and installation instructions
building codes. The compatibility of fasteners
submitted by the manufacturer.
and other metallic components, not identified
herein, with the supporting structure, including
chemically treated wood, is not within the scope
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7.3. Glass used as balusters of guards, 8.1. Name and/or trademark of the manufacturer
regardless of area or height above a walking
8.2. The identifying mark of the independent
surface, meets the definition of a hazardous
inspection agency, (IAS AA-676)
location as defined by Section 2406.4 of the IBC
and must be identified by permanent etching as 8.3. The ATI Code Compliance Research Report
required by Section 2406.3 of the IBC. Each Number (CCRR-0161)
glass baluster must bear the manufacturer's
name and/or mark, type of glass (tempered), 8.4. When applicable, (see Table 1), the
thickness (5/16”), Size classification (U), drop following statement: “For Use in One-and Two-
height class (A) and the applicable test standard Family Dwellings Only.”
(ANSI Z97.1 -2009). 9.0 Code Compliance Research Report Use
7.4. Guards utilizing glass balusters are not 9.1. Approval of building products and/or
approved for use in wind-borne debris regions materials can only be granted by a building
as defined by the IBC in accordance with official having legal authority in the specific
Section 2407.1.4. jurisdiction where approval is sought.
7.5. Maine Ornamental LLC is located in 9.2. Code Compliance Research Reports shall
Greene, ME, and operates in accordance with not be used in any manner that implies an
an approved quality control system that includes endorsement of the product by Architectural
independent third party inspection by Testing.
Architectural Testing Inc. (IAS AA-676).
9.3. Reference to the Architectural Testing
8.0 Identification internet web site address at www.ati-es.com is
recommended to ascertain the current version
The Maine Ornamental LLC., Deckorators®
and status of this report.
Aluminum Railing assemblies identified in this
report, shall be identified with labeling on the
individual components or the packaging and
include the following;

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Table 1
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Deckorators Railing Systems Building Code Recognition

Deckorators Baluster Style

Guardrail Code
Aluminum Railing
(1) Type Baluster Connector Recognition
Systems
Classic Baluster Connector
32 in Classic Aluminum
PN 107.1,107.2 &
PN 104.3
129.1,107.3 Stair
32 in Frontier Scenic Glass Nylon Baluster Connectors
(2)
Level & PN 116.1 PN 125.1 & 126.1 IBC - All Use
72 in by 42 in
Stair 32 in Contour Scenic Glass Nylon Baluster Connectors Groups
96 in by 42 in
PN 124.1 PN 127.1 & 128.1 &
32 in, Estate Aluminum Estate Baluster Connectors IRC
PN 114.3 PN 108.1 & 130.1 One- and
40 in Baroque Aluminum Two-Family
Face Mounted to Rails
PN 110.3 Dwellings
Classic Baluster Connector
(2) 36in - Classic Aluminum
72 in by 46 in Level & PN 107.1,107.2 &
PN 104.4
96 in by 46 in Stair 129.1,107.3 Stair

26 in Scenic Glass Nylon Baluster Connectors

PN 123.1 PN 125.1 & PN 126.1 Stair
32 in Contour Scenic Glass
PN 124.1
32 in Frontier Scenic glass
PN 116.1
32 in Traditional Aluminum Face Mounted to Rails
PN 111.2 IRC (only)
72 in by 36 in
(2)
Level & 32.25 in Arc Aluminum One- and
96 in by 36 in Stair PN 112.2 Two-Family
(3)
32.25 in Baroque Aluminum Dwellings
`PN 110.2
26 in Colonial Aluminum
Classic Baluster Connector
PN 113.1
PN 107.2 or 107.1 & 107.3 or
26 in – Classic Aluminum
129.1 Stair
PN 104.2
26” Estate Aluminum - Estate Baluster Connector
PN 114.2 PN 108. & PN 130.1 Stair

1
Guardrails are qualified up to and including the listed maximum guardrail system dimensions for use in
the referenced Code Occupancy Classification.
2
All level systems included in Table 1 may use the 22.5˚ and 45° angle adapter under both IRC and IBC
recognition.
3
The use of this product shall be limited to exterior or interior use as a guard system for balconies and
porches for one- and two-family dwellings of Type V-B (IBC) construction and dwellings constructed in
accordance with the IRC.

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Table 2
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Deckorators Railing System Fastening Schedule (Level / Stair)
3
Connection Fastener

1
Level Rail Bracket to Post Two #8 x 2” long screws

2
Level Rail Bracket to Rail Three #8 x 1” long screws

1
Stair Rail Bracket to Post Two #8 x 2” long screws
2
Stair Rail Bracket to Rail Four #8 x 1” long screws

22.5 and 45 deg Angle Rail

1 Two #8 x 2 ½” long screws
Bracket Adaptor to Post
4
Two #10 x 0.70” long screws with two 0.374 in diameter by 0.492 in
Stair Rail Bracket to 45 deg
long brass inserts and 0.369 in diameter by 0.031 in thick brass external
Angle Rail Bracket Adaptor
retaining rings
Support Block Connector One #8 x 1.5” long screw
3
In-Fill Fastener

Classic & Colonial Aluminum

1 One (per connector) #8 x 1.5” long screw
Baluster connector to rail
Glass Baluster Connector to
1
Rail (Scenic, Frontier, and Two (per connector) #8 x 1.5” long screws
Contour)
Glass Baluster Stair
One (per baluster end) #8 x 1.5” long screws and one (per end) #8 x 4”
Connector to Rail (Scenic,
long screw
Frontier, and Contour)
Frontier Glass Baluster Two (per baluster end) #8 x 1.5” long screws installed through pvc
1
Directly to Face of Rail grommet supplied with glass.
Contour Glass Baluster Two (per baluster end) #8 x 1.5” long screws installed through pvc
1
Directly to Face of Rail grommet supplied with glass.
Traditional Baluster directly to Two (per baluster end) #10x 1.5” long with ½” non-threaded shank
Face of Rail screws
Baroque Aluminum Baluster
Two (per baluster end) #8 x 1.5” long screws
Directly to face of rail
Arc Aluminum Baluster Directly
Two (per baluster end) #8 x 1.5” long screws
to Face of Rail
Two Plastic Estate Baluster Connectors (PN 108.1)
Estate Aluminum Baluster
with #8 x 1.5” long screws

1
Holes must be pre-drilled with 1/8” dia drill
2
Holes must be pre-drilled with 9/64” dia drill
3
All Screws are stainless steel Flathead screws with square head drive, unless noted otherwise.
4
Stainless steel phillips flathead screws

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Figure 1
Deckorators 72-inch Long Railing System Assembly

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36” Deckorators Railing System

Figure 1 (Continued)
Deckorators 96-inch Long Railing System Assembly

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42” Deckorators Railing System

Figure 1 (Continued)
Deckorators 96-inch Long Railing System Assembly

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Figure 2
Deckorators 72-inch Long Railing System Stair Assembly

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Figure 2 (Continued)
Deckorators 96-inch Long Railing System Stair Assembly

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72”-Long Rail PN 101.4 (Upper/Lower) 96”-Long Rail PN 101.5 (Upper/Lower)

Figure 3
Rail Sections

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Figure 4
General Assembly with Optional Cap Rail

Figure 5
Optional Cap Rail Assembly

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Figure 6
4X4 Post Sleeve PNs 115.2/115.3/115.4

Figure 7
Nylon Glass Fiber Drop In Bracket – Level, PN 109.1

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Figure 8
Nylon Glass Fiber Drop In Bracket – Stair, PN 118.1

Figure 10
Figure 9 Hinge Snap Cap PN 132.1
22.5 Degree Angle Wedge Kit PN 119.1 (for face mounting of glass balusters
(Used with Stair Rail Bracket PN 118.1) PNs 116.1/124.1)

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Figure 11
Traditional Baluster PN 111.2

Figure 12
Baroque Baluster PNs 110.2/110.3/110.4/110.5

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Figure 13
Classic Balusterand Splined Classic Baluster
PNs 104.2/104.3/104.4/104.6/104.7/104.8/104.9

Figure 14
Colonial Baluster PN 113.1

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Figure 15
Arc Baluster PN 112.2

Figure 16
Estate Baluster

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Figure 17 Figure 18
Frontier Scenic Glass Baluster PN 116.1 Contour Scenic Glass Baluster PN 124.1

Figure 19 Figure 20
26” Scenic Glass Baluster PN 123.1 Designer Stair Adapter PN 129.1 (Used with
Designer Baluster Connector PN 107.1 and
Classic Balusters 104.2, 104.3, 104.4 and
Colonial Baluster 113.1)

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Figure 21 Figure 22
Classic Baluster Connector PN 107.2 Classic Baluster Stair Connector PN 107.3
(for Classic Baluster PN 104.2, 104.3,104.4) (for Classic Baluster PNs 104.2, 104.3,104.4
and Colonial Baluster PN 113.01) and Colonial Baluster PN 113.01)

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Figure 23 Figure 24
Estate Baluster Connector PN 108.1 Estate Baluster Stair Adaptor PN 130.1
(for Estate Baluster PNs 114.2, 114.3) (for Estate Baluster PNs 114.2, 114.3)

Figure 25
Frontier Glass Baluster Connector PN 125.1
(used with Frontier Baluster PN 116.1 and Scenic Baluster PN 123.1)

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Figure 26
Frontier Scenic Glass Baluster Stair Adapter PN 126.1
(used with Frontier Baluster PN 116.1, Scenic Baluster PN 123.1 and Connector PN 125.1)

Figure 27
Contour Glass Baluster Connector PN 127.1
(used with Contour Baluster PN 124.1

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Figure 28 Figure 29
Contour Scenic Glass Baluster Stair Adapter PN 128.1 Foot Piece PN 105.2
(used with Contour Baluster PN 124.1 and Connector PN 127.1)

Figure 30 Figure 31
Support Block Connector and Designer Deckorators® Railing System
Baluster Connector PN 107.1 (used with 22.5˚ Angled Rail Assembly
Foot Piece PN 105.2)

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Figure 32
45° Angled Rail Bracket Adaptor PNs 145.1/146.1/147.1

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