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VR Series

Stainless Steel Employee Guidance Railing

VR Series stainless steel employee guidance railing for food processing and pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities

Designed for food processing and pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, our stainless steel employee guidance railings direct workers safely through walkways, processing lines, and hygiene zones. By controlling traffic patterns, they maintain sanitary flow and reduce the risk of cross-contamination between clean and dirty areas.

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Key Features of the VR Series Employee Guidance Railing

  • OSHA-Compliant: Meets workplace, industrial, and marine safety standards.
  • Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel: 304 or 316 grade for superior corrosion resistance.
  • Hygienic Design: Smooth finish and continuous welds prevent buildup for easy cleaning. 
  • Modular & Adaptable: Easily installed, repositioned, or expanded.
  • Quick Installation: Welded base plates simplify setup and speed up installation.
  • Available Heights: 42 or 50 inches
  • Available Lengths: 12 to 96 inches
  • Custom size on request
  • Tube Diameter and Wall Thickness: 1.5 inches x 0.120
  • Center Support: For lengths over 84 inches, a center support is included for added stability
  • Material Options: 304 or 316 stainless steel
  • Surface Finish Options: Satin/No. 4 or Mirror Polished
  • Mounting Plate: 7 Gauge 4 x 4 inch plate with 1/2 inch holes for concrete anchors (anchors not included)

Technical Specifications

ItemTypeMaterialFinishLength (inches)Height (inches)DrawingImage
VR 48-42Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished4842pdfpng
VR 60-42Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished6042pdfpng
VR 96-42Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished9642pdfpng
VR 48-50Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished4850pdfpng
VR 60-50Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished6050pdfpng
VR 72-42Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished7242pdfpng
VR 96-50Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished9650pdfpng
VR 36-42Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished3642pdfpng
VR 72-50Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished7250pdfpng
VR 36-50Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished3650pdfpng
VR 84-42Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished8442pdfpng
VR 24-42Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished2442pdfpng
VR 12-50Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished1250pdfpng
VR 84-50Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished8450pdfpng
VR 24-50Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished2450pdfpng
VR 18-42Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished1842pdfpng
VR 18-50Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished1850pdfpng
VR 12-42Vertical Rail304 Stainless SteelSatin / #4 / 180 Grit Polished1242pdfpng

✅ Employee Guidance Railing Compliance Checklist

 

1. General OSHA Compliance

  • Railings placed in aisles/passageways to protect employees (OSHA 1910.176)
  • If used as fall protection → meets 1910.28 & 1910.29 requirements:
    • Top rail height: 42 in ± 3 in
    • Mid-rail halfway between top rail and floor
    • Must withstand 200 lb force outward/downward
  • Barriers protect from contact with machines/vehicles if applicable (1910.212)
  • Installation does not create tripping hazards (General Duty Clause)

2. ANSI Best Practices

  • Complies with ANSI A1264.1 (Safety for Walking/Working Surfaces)
  • Railings clearly separate pedestrian and equipment traffic
  • Minimum 36 in clearance for walkways (OSHA & ANSI guidance)
  • Smooth, continuous railing with no sharp edges

3. Food & Pharmaceutical Standards

  • Constructed from 304 or 316 stainless steel (corrosion-resistant)
  • Surfaces are smooth, polished (No. 4 finish or better) for cleanability
  • Welds are ground and polished; no crevices that trap debris or bacteria
  • Compatible with CIP (Clean-in-Place) or manual washdown processes
  • Meets FDA cGMP requirements for sanitary design
  • Aligns with 3-A Sanitary Standards or EHEDG guidelines (Europe)

4. Installation & Safety

  • Securely anchored to floor with hygienic bases (no exposed threads)
  • Proper spacing: railings guide traffic without blocking emergency egress
  • End caps sealed to prevent water ingress
  • Adequate lighting and marking for visibility in walkways

5. Documentation

  • Material certifications (stainless steel grade, surface finish)
  • Cleaning and maintenance procedures documented
  • Installation drawings and OSHA/ANSI compliance statement provided

 

✅ This checklist makes it easy to show clients, inspectors, or auditors that your employee guidance railings meet both safety and hygienic design standards.

 

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