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L E A D E R S I N N O R T H A M E R I C A

SINCE 1991, GRECO HAS DESIGNED, ENGINEERED, AND MANUFACTURED WELDED ALUMINUM RAILINGS.

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Since 1991, the Greco Company has been committed to excellence, offering the highest quality of architectural railings and customer care. As one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of welded aluminum railings, we have taken our innovative products to the United States and the Caribbean. We take great pride in our values, craftsmanship, and customer service. We stand behind each and every product that leaves our doors.

Greco’s financial strength has positioned the company for continued growth throughout North America. The company is committed to sustainable growth and dedicated to developing ongoing relationships with strategic companies in the industry. We invite you to learn more about our company and products by visiting www.grecorailings.com.

OUR COMMITMENT

OUR PRODUCTSNEW CONSTRUCTION

RESTORATION

Greco’s welded aluminum railing systems are ideal for new construction. We design, engineer, manufacture, and install all of our own products. Used in all types of projects, from simple residential buildings to complex high-rise structures, Greco railings have been the choice of owners, designers, and general contractors for over twenty years.

Greco’s railing systems are ideal for renovation and restoration projects. Greco can custom-design railings that meet the most unique and demanding project requirements, which makes its railings ideal for existing buildings. Greco’s in-house installation crews complete an extensive training program and have field experience in installing railings in virtually any circumstance, no matter how difficult the existing building’s condition

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Greco Architectural Railings - Leaders in North America

Designers choose aluminum over steel for architectural railings for many reasons. From a cost-to-value standpoint, there is no comparison. Aluminum is lightweight, easy to install, and provides longer service and a lower life cycle cost. Consider all the advantages.

THE GRECO ADVANTAGE

PRODUCT FEATURES & BENEFITS• Aluminum versus Steel: - One-third the density - Lower freight cost - Easier to install - Maintenance free - Longer service life - Corrosion and rust resistant • Green: aluminum is “green” environmentally

friendly metal (100 percent recyclable)• Materials: high strength 6061-T6 alloy extruded

aluminum profiles• Finish: super-durable powder-coated finish with

custom color options• Design: simplified, strong, welded fabricated

system• Life: corrosion resistant • Strength: high-strength yet lightweight railing

systems• Aesthetics: attractive system with smooth lines

and welded connections• Economical: unitized systems are easy and

economical to install• Replacement: individual sections can be replaced

if damaged

THE ALUMINUM ADVANTAGE

MANUFACTURING CAPABILITIES Greco manufacturers all of its railing systems in house. With state-of-the-art CNC equipment and a multistage, automated powder-coat paint line, Greco produces the highest-quality railings in the industry. Greco has held a Canadian Welding Bureau certificate since 1994, indicating compliance with SCA Standard W47.2, as well as an American Welding Society certificate indicating equal compliance to AWS Standards B5.17 and QC17. Our design and fabrication team continues to meet the most challenging design specifications, always striving to exceed our customers’ expectations.

PROJECT SUPPORTGreco manufactures aluminum railing systems that meet the highest industry standards and applicable building codes in North America.

Greco’s technical support team will assist your design team with product evaluation, test reports, and speci-fications. We pride ourselves on providing the highest level of design support to the architectural community.For product support, please call our technical support team at 800.363.7245.

STANDARD GRECO SERVICES• Technical Support on all projects• Site Inspection to note special conditions• Field measurements prior to production• Project-specific engineering with calculations• Final inspection to insure quality installation• As-built drawings to document end product• Factory product warranty• Service and Maintenance manual

PRODUCT TYPESGreco’s aluminum railing products are factory welded to exact specifications and tolerances, assuring faster installation and on-site savings. All special-application railing systems are field measured and manufactured to the highest standards.

PANEL RAILING SYSTEMSPanel railings are available in perforated, or flat systems. Panel systems provide the user with maximum privacy while enhancing the building’s exterior features. Greco can create one-of-a-kind panels by manufacturing architectural decorative patterns. Greco also provides the ultimate railing system by combining the privacy and visual barrier features of a panel railing and the visual openness achieved with glass. The 2/3 panel, 1/3 glass railing system offers the best of both design features.

PICKET RAILING SYSTEMSPicket railing systems are commonly specified for the economical benefits achieved in the fabrication and installation procedures. The vertical design minimizes the possibility of climbability within the system while providing an open and secure atmosphere. Greco picket railing systems allow for maximum airflow, unobstructed views, and low maintenance. The components are completely welded to certify a solid, rattle-free railing.

GLASS RAILING SYSTEMSGlass railing systems are specified to enhance a building’s architectural features and provide the user with the maximum amount of visibility. Greco glass railing systems use 6 mm (1/4”) transparent tempered or 5/16” laminated safety glass that is available in clear or tinted colors. A popular design option incorporates welded decorative patterns with glass to create a striking appearance.

PRIVACY SCREENSGreco offers a variety of design options that limit views and create privacy. Product options include solid or perforated metal panels, as well as, obscure glass. All privacy screens are manufactured to meet the project’s specific aesthetic and performance needs.

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RAILING SECTIONS


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ARCHITECTURAL DECORATIVE PATTERNS

UNLIMITED DESIGN OPTIONS

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Greco architectural railings offer virtually unlimited design options. Designers can create one-of-a-kind railing systems by selecting their choice of top rail profiles, infill options of glass, pickets or metal panels, slab covers, decorative patterns, and colors. Since all products are fully manufactured in house, Greco can assemble and powder coat to your exact project requirements and specifications.

DESIGN OPTIONS

TOP RAILING PROFILES

ALUMINUM SLAB COVERS

Balcony Edge Mounted Slab Cover Railing Mounted Slab Cover


GAR-R150.80mm (2”) x 46.79mm (1.75”)

GAR-R263.53mm (2.5”) x 97.59mm (3.75”)

GAR-R4101.60mm (4”) x 57.15mm (2.25”)

GAR-R676.20mm (3”) x 66.04 mm (2.5”)

GAR-R769.85mm (2.75”) x 44.83mm (1.75”)

GAR-R869.85mm (2.75”) x 44.83mm (1.75”)

SPECIFIER CHECKLISTThis checklist is intended to give architects, designers, and specifiers a useful guide for evaluating and selecting architectural railings. The intent is to ensure a thorough process in comparing different systems while maintaining the products’ performance, aesthetics, and longevity.

STRUCTURE + PERFORMANCE

AESTHETICS

EXECUTION + DELIVERY

__ Fully welded aluminum by certified company

__ Installation, means and methods of attachment to structure

__ Structural requirement and wind loading

__ Paint specification, AAMA 2604 or AAMA 2605

__ Powder-coat color and gloss options

__ Project specification engineering

__ Full-scale mock-ups

__ Field testing

__ Top rail profiles

__ Infill design options

__ Picket

__ Glass, tempered or laminate (PVB or SGP)

__ Tint color or frit pattern(s)

__ Front, center or back glazed

__ Slab edge covers

__ Field measurements prior to production

__ Delivery coordination

__ Certified installers

__ Final inspection

__ Product warranty

For Greco technical and design assistance call 800-363-7245


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SUSTAINABILITY + SUPPORTLEADERSHIP in ENERGY and ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (LEED)Greco products are made from aluminum, one of the most-recycled materials. Our railing products contain pre-consumer reclaimed aluminum, and all manufacturing waste is recycled to local reclamation sites.

Greco’s best practices include green supply-chain management and environmental sustainability in all purchasing and operational decisions.

Our railings are durable and have long use cycles, which reduces replacement costs and maximizes material usage efficiency. They are maintenance free and require no treatments, stains, paints, or preservatives that may contain contaminating chemicals.

Our railings are strong yet lightweight; they use fewer raw materials than traditional systems and allow for easier handling, lower shipping costs, and less fuel consumption. Our painting operation features a new state-of-the-art powder-coating line that emits no VOC’s. Our pretreatment process uses a non-chromium pretreatment wash and reclaims sixty percent of the waste water.

CONTINUING EDUCATION WITH GRECO

Greco offers architects and designers free AIA continuing education courses on architectural aluminum railings. We provide free Lunch & Learn presentations to all architectural firms that have an interest in aluminum railings’ features and benefits, project applications, and design possibilities.

To request a Lunch+Learn presentation call 800.363.7245

Corporate HeadquartersFabrication and Distribution Center

3255 Wyandotte St. E., Windsor, ON Canada N8Y 1E9

800.363.7245 P: 519.966.4210F: 519.966.4901

E: [email protected] w w. g r e c o r a i l i n g s . c o mL E A D E R S I N N O R T H A M E R I C A

Greco designs, engineers, manufactures, and installs welded aluminum railings. Founded in 1991 in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, Greco produces railings used throughout North America. The company’s success comes from its innovative designs, outstanding customer service, and unparalleled technical support. For new construction or restoration projects, Greco’s aluminum railings have become the first choice of designers and product specifiers.

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