Stainless Handrail Systems

Stainless Handrail Systems: bespoke balustrades manufactured in Aldridge

Stainless Handrail Systems, trading as SHS Balustrades & Handrails, designs, manufactures, supplies and installs stainless steel and glass balustrade solutions for homes and businesses. The company states that its stainless-steel balustrade components are manufactured in-house at its warehouse in Aldridge, Walsall, and that its glass balustrade panels carry the British Safety Stamp. It also indicates that its systems comply with current building control requirements.

The firm presents itself as having over 25 years of experience and describes itself as a leader in its sector, a claim that corresponds to its own presentation. It offers an instant balustrade quote tool and a price match guarantee.

Balustrade systems in the catalogue

The range covers both glass and wire rope solutions, with several mounting and fixing options:

• Elegance Glass Balustrade: glass frames with cylindrical stainless-steel posts, described as suitable for indoor or outdoor projects.
• Frameless Glass Balustrade: an aluminium shoe channel with glass infill and an optional top rail, designed for panoramic views without supporting posts.
• Glass Button Balustrade: a minimal side-fixed steel fitting system intended to preserve light and space.
• Mirador Glass Balustrade: made exclusively by SHS, with customisable aluminium posts available in any RAL colour.
• Professional Glass Balustrade: a top seller with glass frames, cylindrical steel posts and a smooth handrail, presented as versatile for domestic or commercial use.
• Spigot Glass Balustrade: square or round non-invasive steel base clamps holding durable glass panels.
• Square Tube Glass Balustrade: a geometric design combining bold structural elements with toughened glass panels.
• Wire Rope Balustrade: stainless-steel posts connected by wire rope infill with a cylindrical top rail.
• POSIglaze Glass Balustrade: indicated for projects requiring frameless glass balustrades of up to 1.5 kN.

Juliet balconies, canopies and pool protection

Beyond balustrades, the catalogue includes Juliet balconies in several configurations: Glass Button, Skyforce, Professional and Steel. The Glass Button version is offered with buttons of various sizes and projections; the Skyforce model can be mounted directly onto the window frame or masonry; and the Steel range is presented as a long-lasting solution.

The company also supplies glass canopies, described as easy to install and intended to make better use of outdoor space, and pool balustrades, positioned as a safety measure to keep young children or pets away from the water. Internal glass balustrades are offered to add safety to homes.

Handrails and banisters

The handrail and banister line includes domed-end, flat-end and tapered-end steel handrails for indoor walkways and stairs, as well as bespoke staircase banisters for domestic and commercial installations. The domed-end model is presented as a way to secure indoor walkways or stairs, while the flat-end version is described as durable and easy to mount. The tapered-end option is intended to add comfort and safety.

Bespoke manufacturing and project support

Systems can be made to measure in size and colour, with options such as top rails, powder-coated rails and glass gates. The company states that its balustrades are used in commercial settings for staircases, barriers, hallways, patios, terraces and pool fencing, and that handrails are also suitable for areas requiring extra safety, such as staircases, balconies, spas, steam rooms and pool areas.

SHS offers a full service covering surveying, supply and installation, or customers can choose to survey and/or install the system themselves, with instructional videos provided for self-installation. In-house surveyors and fully trained CAD technicians are available for an additional charge. Surveys and installations are subcontracted to approved installation teams that the company describes as fully qualified and experienced, and which can work across the UK.

Showroom and commercial information

The company operates a showroom and provides a dedicated sales line. SHS Handrails & Balustrades is a trading brand of QIC Trims Ltd, part of the Silvanito Building Products Group. QIC Trims Ltd is registered in England and Wales, with a registered office at Radclive Road, Gawcott, Buckingham, MK18 4BL, and company number 08396364.