Commanding access & safety solutions
At Metal West, we transform workplace safety and accessibility through expertly engineered access structures that offer uncompromising security and functionality in demanding environments. Our stairs, walkways, balustrades, and handrails establish order and safety in industrial spaces – creating the essential pathways and protection that empower operations while safeguarding personnel.
Every access solution we create embodies both protection and precision, ensuring your team can navigate complex industrial environments with confidence while meeting stringent compliance requirements. This command over safety engineering has established us as the preferred partner for organizations where access system failure is simply not an option.
Balustrade Systems for Every Environment
Our balustrade solutions provide essential fall protection while complementing architectural and operational requirements:
Pedestrian Balustrades
Our pedestrian pathways and footbridges feature balustrade systems that:
- Meet or exceed all relevant safety codes
- Integrate seamlessly with walkway structures
- Provide secure yet comfortable handrail gripping surfaces
- Maintain visual sightlines where required
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Featured project: Pedestrian Balustrade
Our comprehensive balustrade system for this project demonstrates our capacity to:
- Engineer solutions for high-traffic public environments
- Implement durable finishes suitable for exposed conditions
- Create systems with architectural consideration
- Install efficiently with minimal site disruption
Access Stairways Engineered for Safety
Our industrial stairway systems combine safety engineering with practical usability:
- Precise rise and run calculations optimizing safety and efficiency
- Non-slip tread surfaces appropriate to the environment
- Engineered landing platforms positioned for safety and utility
- Integrated handrail systems providing continuous support
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Project: Access System
Our stairway solution for this project showcases our ability to:
- Design for integration with existing structures
- Engineer systems supporting specific load requirements
- Create access to critical maintenance areas
- Implement durable finishes for industrial environments
Project: Stairway Systems
Our work with this client demonstrates our capacity for:
- Creating multi-level access solutions
- Designing systems compatible with process equipment
- Implementing specialized safety features
- Meeting accelerated installation timelines
Mobile Equipment Access
Our mobile access systems bring safety to dynamic environments:
- Portable stairway units providing temporary access
- Adjustable platforms accommodating variable heights
- Wheeled access systems for positioning flexibility
- Lockable stabilization ensuring security during use
These specialized solutions enable safe access where permanent structures are impractical, bringing safety compliance to changing operational scenarios.
Safety Handrails & Guardrail Systems
Our comprehensive handrail solutions:
- OSHA-compliant guardrail systems for fall protection
- Ergonomically designed handrails for comfortable grip
- Custom configurations addressing unique layout requirements
- Specialized finishes appropriate to environmental conditions
These critical safety elements often integrate with our broader access systems, creating continuous protection throughout complex environments.
Access Walkways & Platforms
- Our elevated walkway systems create safe personnel pathways in industrial environments:
- Grated walkway surfaces providing slip resistance and drainage
- Engineered supporting structures designed for specific span and load requirements
- Integrated kick plates preventing tool and material drops
- Connection systems linking to equipment and fixed structures
These systems establish designated access routes that enhance both safety and operational efficiency in complex industrial settings.
Engineering Excellence
Safety-First Design Approach
Every access system we create begins with safety as the paramount consideration:
- Compliance verification with all applicable codes and standards
- Load rating calculations ensuring structural integrity
- Human factors analysis optimizing usability and ergonomics
- Environmental consideration addressing specific workplace conditions
This comprehensive approach creates systems that not only meet minimum requirements but establish new standards for safety and functionality.
Materials Selection for Environment
Our material selections are guided by the specific demands of your operating environment:
- Carbon steel with appropriate protective coatings for standard industrial settings
- Galvanized finishes providing enhanced corrosion protection
- Stainless steel for food processing, chemical, or marine environments
- Aluminium offering lightweight advantages where appropriate
These material choices ensure your access systems maintain their integrity and appearance throughout their service life, even in challenging conditions.
