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The Choice for Cable Railing for Decks and Stairs Bezdan is a leader in cable railing. We bring over two decades of experience providing solutions, influencing building code changes to allow horizontal guard infill and developing a product line to offer unique options in cable railing to market. Our knowledgeable Sales and Customer Service Teams provide customers with pre and post-sales support with quoting services, product recommendations, and installation resources so you can deliver exceptional projects. Bezdan Cable surface mount fittings
Bezdan Cable through-post cable system and Bezdan Stainless handrail components
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Bezdan Cable Streamlined, Contemporary, Quick-to-Install Bezdan Cable is our proprietary, fully engineered cable railing system offering exceptional design, quality and value. Offthe-shelf posts and cable rail fittings are available in satin and black stainless options for metal and wood posts. Tapered, streamlined fittings for both through-post and surface mount are easy to install, provide time and cost saving benefits and create a clean look and contemporary style railing on decks, patios, and stairs.
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RailFX® Comprehensive Options for Cable Infill with Invisiware® RailFX® offers a comprehensive choice of cable railing infill that features nearly invisible components and gives the illusion of seamless, continuous cable. Choose from infill kits or individual components in ø 1/8" and ø 3/16" cable size options for wood, metal and concrete frameworks to suit your project needs.
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Bezdan Cable Cable Railing with Contemporary Style Designed with style, function and safety, Bezdan Cable offers a selection of components in satin and black stainless options for a contemporary look on decks and stairs.
Features: • Individual components, pre-drilled posts and cable spools in various lengths • Through-post and surface mount fittings for wood and metal posts and ø 1/8" cable • Alloy 316 and 316L components for maximum corrosion resistance • 10-Year limited warranty • Engineering reports available • Products meet ASTM and AISI steel grade designation Bezdan Cable through-post fascia mount cable system
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Cable Railing Components Shop pre-drilled posts for wood, metal or concrete substrates, top mount brackets and cable blocks in satin or black stainless to suit your project's needs. Use a beveled washer for stair applications, available for various angles.
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Top Mount Bracket, Level & Adjustable
Cable Block
Beveled Washers
Pre-Drilled Posts, Stair & Level
Part # CR1690, CR1790, CR1691, CR1791
Part #CR1699, CR1799
Part #CR1910, CR1980 + a range of angles
Part #CR1650, CR1750 + other choices for end and intermediate posts
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Bezdan Cable surface mount fittings
Individual Cable Fittings Shop through-post and surface mount CNC machined and electro-polished cable fittings for wood or metal posts in satin or black stainless. Pair with Bezdan Cable in ø 1/8" in satin stainless or black oxide, available in various lengths.
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Through-Post, Tensioner & Non‑Tensioner
Surface Mount, Tensioner & Non‑Tensioner
Lag, Non‑Tensioner
ø 1/8" Cable 1x19 LH Lay
Part #CR1605, CR1705, CR1610, CR1710
Part #CR1630, CR1730, CR1635, CR1735
Part #CR1615, CR1715
Part #CR1600, CR1700 (25', 100' and 500')
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Horizontal Guard Rail and Code Bezdan's Pivotal Role in the Code Change After over a decade of voluntary effort, Bezdan celebrates the code changes to allow horizontal guard infill. Nearly all of Canada has adopted the National Building Code articles that permit ornamental guards like cable rail. Learn more at geobezdan.com/national-building-code
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Get inspired by our photo gallery with dozens of cable railing projects at geobezdan.com/gallery/cable-railing RailFX® 232 series kit for metal post
Discover Black Stainless with Black Oxide Cable Create an ultra-modern look in black Discover how cable posts and fittings in a black stainless finish, achieved with a Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) coating, can offer an eyecatching look in black. Pair black stainless posts and fittings with black oxide cable to create a striking and unique cable railing for stairs and decks.
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RailFX® Comprehensive Options RailFX® offers a broad choice of cable railing infill options for wood, metal and concrete frameworks.
Features: • Cable kits and individual components • Through-post fittings for wood and metal; and surface mount for wood, metal and concrete substrates • ø 1/8" and ø 3/16" cable size options • Alloy 316 components for maximum corrosion resistance • Limited lifetime warranty
RailFX® surface mount components for metal posts
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Individual Cable Fittings Shop a wide offering of cable fittings sold individually and pair with Bezdan Cable in ø 1/8" and ø 3/16.
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Pull-Lock® Tensioner & Receiver*
Swageless Stud*
Part #PUL‑4‑12, PUL‑4‑2.030, R‑4‑12, R‑4‑32
Part #SSA-4
*The receiver must be purchased with the swageless stud part #SSA-4
*The stud requires a RailFX receiver in order to complete its function.
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Push-Lock® Stud, Level
Push-Lock® Stud, Stair
Push-Lock® Lag, Level
Push-Lock® Lag, Stair
Part #PL‑SFC‑MS‑4, PL‑FM‑MS‑4
Part #PL‑SFC‑MP‑4, PL‑CL‑RP‑4
Part #PL‑SFC‑WS‑4, PL‑LAG‑4
Part #PL‑SFC‑WP‑4‑1, PL‑LAG‑CL‑TE4‑1
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RailFX® 262 series kit for metal post
Cable Infill Kits Everything is included in the through-post cable infill kits, making it the easiest way to buy components for cable railing. All items required to install a single run of cable, including instructions, are packaged together. Most kits are available in ø 1/8" and ø 3/16" cable size options.
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102 Series Kit , Metal or Wood Post
232 Series Kit, Metal Post
262 Series Kit, Metal or Wood Post
Part #10205 - 10230, 10240 & 10250
Part #23205 - 23225
Part #26205 - 26230, 26240 & 26250
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RailFX® 212 and 232 series for metal posts and Bezdan Stainless square post and handrail components
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Accessories Care & Maintenance Take steps to care for stainless steel cable railings during and after installation to ensure continual top product performance.
Stainless Steel Cleaner and Protectant Bundle
This conveniently bundled care kit will take you from installation through to regular care and maintenance. Part #9919
Cable Cutter
Shear-cut blades give clean, sharp cuts for burr-free cutting of ø 1/8" cable. Part #C-CUTTER
Post Protector
Keep ø 1/8" and ø 3/16" cable from biting into wood posts on corner and stair applications up to 45˚. Part #CR1905, CR3905
Bezdan's Quoting Service Let us take the guesswork out of your next project. Use the online Request a Quote form and a Sales Representative will connect with you to provide:
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Test & Engineering Reports Count on Bezdan products for safety and confidence. We invest in test and engineering reports for a range of products.
ENGINEERING REPORT PRODUCT: Bezdan Stainless Square Post System: 34” and 34.5” Posts, Interior Applications
4 Product recommendations to ensure an efficient and cost effective project 4 Custom take-offs to guide you through your specific project installation 4 All the resources you need to ensure a successful installation
CODES MET: NBC 2015, BCBC 2018 & OBC 2017 DATE: October 28, 2021
Corbally Consulting Ltd. has prepared an engineering report for the Bezdan Stainless Steel Post and Rail System. See pages 2 - 3 to view the condensed report.
TEST REPORT PRODUCT:
ENGINEERING REPORT
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EVALUATION STANDARDS: Cable Pull Test Conducted to Client Test Specifications DATE:
PRODUCT:
The analysis of the components is based on Limit States Design, in accordance with applicable material standards and NBC 2015, Section 4.1.5.14. and BCBC 2018, Section 9.8.8.
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Each assembled test sample was secured rigidly in an Instron universal testing machine, and the loose cable was attached to a universal grip. The cable rail system was loaded at a rate of 0.1 in./min until the maximum load was achieved. The maximum load and the mode of failure were reported.
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CODES MET: NBC 2015 and BCBC 2018.
January 22, 2019
Intertek Testing Services NA Ltd. (Intertek) has conducted tests for Geo. Bezdan Sales Ltd. on various cable fittings.
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Conclusion
Bezdan Stainless Steel Post and Cable Infill System with the Protruded Installation Method
The Stainless Steel Post and Cable Infill System, developed by Geo. Bezdan Sales Ltd. with the stated fastening systems to be installed with the protruded installation method, meets the guardrail requirements within Part 9 of the British Columbia Building Code 2018 and Part 4 of the National Building Code of Canada 2015.
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Max Jafari | P.Eng. Façade Structural Engineer NFRC Certified Simulator LEED Green Assoc mjafari@rdh.com 604 873 1181 x253 RDH Building Science Inc. encl. Appendix
LIMITS OF COMMISSION RDH prepared this report for the use of Geo. Bezdan Sales Ltd. The material in it reflects RDH’s judgment in light of information available to RDH at the time of preparation,
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This report was prepared for Geo. Bezdan Sales Ltd. It is not for the use or benefit of, nor may it be relied upon, by any other person or entity, without the written permission of RDH Building Science Inc.
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BUILDING CODE IMPORTANT NOTICE Information contained in this brochure is not intended as a recommendation for use or installation of products. Building codes may vary by jurisdiction and compliance with regulation is the customer’s responsibility. Always consult your local building department or licensed engineer regarding code compliance before starting your project. 09/23