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Horizontal Run
IBC Stairs have a horizontal run that is approximately 1.5 times the deck height, not including landings or handrail extenders, so a 10’ high mezzanine deck would have an approximate 15’long stairwell.
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Horizontal Run
With OSHA Stairs the horizontal run and the length of the stairwell, is approximately equal to the height of the deck. For instance if the mezzanine deck height is 10’, the stairwell is 10’ long.
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Risers & Tread
IBC Stairs typically have a 7” closed riser and an 11” tread.
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Risers & Tread
OSHA Stairs typically have an 8” closed riser and an 9” tread.
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Stair Width
IBC Stairs are minimum 36” wide in most cases.
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Stair Width
OSHA Stairs are minimum 22”wide.
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Railings and Guardrail
IBC Stairs require rails of 42” high and handrails of 34” high on both sides of the stairwell.
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Railings and Guardrail
OSHA requires railings on open sides of stairwells and a handrail on at least on side, preferably the right side descending at 34” high.
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Landings
IBC also requires an intermediate landing on stairwells for stairwells over 12’ high, as well as handrail extensions at the bottom landing.
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Landings
Both OSHA and IBC require landings at the top and bottom of the stairs, although IBC landings are larger, typically 4’ square.
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Industrial Stairs | Industrial Stair Systems
Fully-Customizable, Industrial Stair Layouts
Panel Built stair systems utilize a bolt-together steel design. Each industrial stair system sold is custom-designed, engineered, and fabricated in one of our four facilities. Panel Built works with all of our customers to ensure we provide the industrial stair system that fits their specific needs and requirements. Handrail systems can be designed to incorporate additional safety rails, pickets, or wire mesh to meet more stringent safety standards.
Industrial Stairs Manufacturing & Installation Services
With over 25 years of experience in the modular construction industry, Panel Built can fully manufacture and install your metal stair system. With our network of dealers, Panel Built can offer site visits to help plan your stair layout and dimensions.
Panel Built Industrial Stairs Meet IBC and OSHA Code
Depending on the environment and use of the stairs system, they will likely need to be designed to meet either IBC or OSHA code standards. In most industrial applications with no public access to the stair system, typically OSHA code will suffice. However, more and more facilities and local standards call for higher IBC standards regardless. Talk to us, and we can help you find out which set of standards is right for your facility.
Powder Coated to Withstand Harsh Environments
For a long-lasting finish and increased durability, Panel Built stair systems use a powder-coated paint system. All structural beams, columns, landings, and handrails are powder coated in one of our standard color options. Special colors can be made available upon request. Exterior stairs are galvanized to protect against weather.