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Deck builders have had an age old problem when
it comes to attaching posts to deck platforms, let alone attaching posts to deck
stairs. It’s a safety issue. There’s never been an easy or satisfactory
solution for building rail post supports that are strong, and meet building
code requirements too. Code regulations call for 200 lbs. of lateral load thrust
support, but EZ Stairs will support 500 lbs. |
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Recent testing conducted
by Testing Engineers Inc., San Leandro, CA, a well known national
testing lab, has shown that EZ Stairs® adjustable stair
brackets well exceed IBC lateral load specified code requirements
with minimal deflection. This
is a major advancement in the
decking industry with outstanding performance in strength and
minimal deflection per code requirements. The IBC lateral load
rail support requirements are 200 lbs. per 36” (residential),
42” (commercial) and 500 lbs. (ultimate).
Traditional stair construction usually requires multiple cut
2x12’s be aligned and positioned at proper intervals
serving as vertical support for various designated spans- with
or without risers. For this traditional application (without
risers), EZ Stairs® brackets can be used along with 2x6
cross blocking and positioned where rail post support is needed.
Two 3/8”diameter (grade 5 steel, zinc or
galvanized) bolts
with a hex head are inserted through the 14 gauge steel EZ
Stairs® bracket
and the support post, then secured. (The bolt has a 3/8" washer
on the inside against the bracket and is tightened from the
outside with a 3/8"- 16 hex nut).
See EZ closed system
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