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New Apprentice

Here at Alpha Rail, we would like to welcome our newest employee Ethan. Ethan is our new Digital Marketing and Sales Apprentice who will be […]

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An Introduction to Bow Top Railings

Bow top railings are made of vertical bars with bows above the top rail, which can be made in a variety of different styles depending […]

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VACANCY: Fence Erector / Fencing Labourer

Fence Erector / Fencing Labourer required for a leading Architectural Metalwork Company based in Nottinghamshire, erecting decorative metal fencing, guardrails and pedestrian parapets.

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Types of pedestrian guardrail and their benefits

Road safety is highly important to protect both pedestrians and drivers from potential accidents. Pedestrian guardrail plays a key part in this by guiding pedestrians […]

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Working with Alpha Rail: The Design and Development Process

This helpful blog guides you through the Alpha Rail process and what is involved in a metal railings project from start to finish.

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An Introduction to Estate Railings and Gates

Metal estate fencing is made of wide-set horizontal bars, with vertical bars between each panel for stability, creating a traditional Victorian look that is frequently used on country estates, public parks and more recently, new build housing estates. They are available as traditional loose components for self-assembly using fixing pins, or as a fully welded unit panel.

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Product Feature – School Railings

When it comes to schools, safety and security are some of the first things that come to mind. With the responsibility of making the students feel safe within the school’s perimeter, metal railings are an ideal way to achieve this.

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Using metal pedestrian parapets on culvert structures

Pedestrian parapet is an ideal product for use on culvert structures, to fix on top of the headwalls and wingwalls that form the structure.

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The Types of Metal Railings and Their Uses – An Insight into The World of Railings and Fencing

Railings come in all different shapes and sizes for a wide range of uses. But what are the different types of metal railings? With so […]

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