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Galvanised Handrail from Besseges (VTF) Ltd

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In this post, we introduce our FastClamp galvanised handrail system, a quick and simple solution ideal for safety rails, ramps, and structures. It’s available from stock in the full range of sizes, compatible with other systems, and easy to install with just a hex key.

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How do you choose what to buy with so many galvanised handrail clamp fittings available?

Are there quality differences between the different manufacturers, and most of all, if I buy too cheaply, has my business or local authority sacrificed quality for price?

The answer to these questions is in the experience of your Fastclamp distributor, Besseges (Valves, Tubes & Fittings) Ltd. We have over 20 years of experience with galvanised handrail products and can offer all the advice and quality your business will ever need. For more information on all we can offer in galvanised handrail products and to ensure you receive the key clamp you are looking for, please contact us or click the read more icon.

Galvanised Handrail Sizes Available

We offer the full catalogue of sizes of galvanised handrails at Besseges (VTF) Ltd, ranging from 15mm (1/2″) nominal bore to 50mm (2″) nominal bore. These sizes have many different uses, from safety galvanised handrails around walkways or plants to stairway requirements or even disabled ramps. Many other structures can be built when using Fastclamp galvanised handrail products, and more information on the various structures can be found in other blogs on this website.

Tip: Our handrail fittings suit BS EN 10255 pipe and come in sizes:
3/4″ NB (26.9mm OD) | 1″ NB (33.7mm OD) | 1¼″ NB (42.4mm OD) | 1½″ NB (48.3mm OD) | 2″ NB (60.3mm OD).

Purchase Handrail Tube

What we can always assure is our confidence in this range of products that, when installed, will offer all your safety galvanised handrail needs and the guarantee of quality of the Fastclamp products and the added assurance of high-quality galvanised medium tube to BS EN 10255:2004 to complete the job. For prices and to arrange delivery, please browse the product range.


An assortment of FastClamp galvanised handrail fittings

An assortment of FastClamp galvanised handrail fittings

Galvanised Handrail Quality Assurance

The Fastclamp range of galvanised handrail fittings is manufactured from malleable iron castings to BS EN 1563:2011 and hot-dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:2009 as standard or in ductile iron where stated. The range requires no welding or drilling and is tightened by the use of a hexagon key on special setscrews that embed into the tube. Fastclamp fittings will support an axial load of 900kg when tightened to a torque of 39Nm.

Fastclamp galvanised handrail fittings can also be supplied in a powder-coated finish to RAL standard colours, subject to quantity and availability from the coaters. They’re primarily used with galvanised, plain-ended steel tubes to BS EN 10255:2004 with a minimum wall thickness of 3.2mm. To download the latest Fastclamp galvanised handrail fittings brochure, please follow the highlighted link to our downloads and calculator page, where you will also find dimensional information on tube to BS EN 10255:2004 or contact our sales team for more information.