GUARDRAIL & FENCE TESTING

Guardrail Testing

Railing cannot be marketed as guardrail unless it is capable of withstanding the loading conditions required by the local jurisdiction. NTA, Inc. can perform combined loading tests on your guardrail to assess compliance with the provisions of ASCE 7, UBC, BOCA, SBCCI, ICC. Testing your railing as guardrail makes your product more versatile, thereby increasing its marketability.

Fence Wind Load Testing

Local building officials increasingly require fences to meet the wind load criteria specified by the model building codes. These requirements may limit your ability to sell your product in certain jurisdictions. NTA, Inc. performs wind load testing on all types of fences. Wind load testing not only appeases the building officials, but it also reduces product liability by giving you the information necessary to provide product recommendations and installation methods that are best suited to a particular region.

Customized Component Testing

NTA, Inc. can aid in the development of assessment of any new or existing component. We can develop test methods and fixtures for testing virtually any assembly under any loading condition. Product testing provides a better understanding of behavior and capabilities; giving valuable guidance for product improvement and development.