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HomeSelect Guardrail assembly and component details are shown in Figure 44 through 44.
General Product Usage
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5. Each guardrail system may be installed at maximum spans as indicated in Figure 1, Figure 2, Figure 12, Figure 20, Figure 28, Figure36, and Figure 43. Each system is rated for a railing height of 42-inches or 36-inches as indicated in Table 1.
1. All guardrails shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions and the conditions of this PER. A copyof the manufacturer's installation instructions shall be made easily available to the installer.
Pei Evaluation Service® is an accredited ISO Standard 17065 Product Certifier,accredited by the IAS. This Product Evaluation Report represents a product that Pei ES has Evaluated. This product has a Product Evaluation Service Agreement & Follow-upInspection Service Agreement. This Product Evaluation Report in no way implieswarranty for this product or relieves Fiber Composites, LLC of their liabilities for thisproduct. This PER is an official document if it is within one year of the Initial or Re-Approval date.
Initial Approval Re-ApprovedJanuary, 2016 June, 2018
See all Pei ES Listings at: www.p-e-i.com
Fiberon® Symmetry™ Signature RailingFiberon Horizon® RailingArmorguard Regency™ White Rail
Evaluation Report InformationFiber Composites Contact Information:
Approved Manufacturing LocationsReport OwnerFiber Composites, LLC181 Random DriveNew London, NC 28127
3. Fiberon Symmetry Signature Railings may be used in all construction types where untreated wood is permitted in accordance withSection 1406.3 of the IBC.
Fiberon, Veranda, and HomeSelect Guardrails have been tested and evaluated for structural strength to meet design loads andrequirements of the building codes listed under the Code Compliance section of this Product Evaluation Report (PER). The approvedmanufacturing location shown above has an approved Quality Control Manual to manufacture the products. Fiber Composites, LLChas a Product Evaluation Service Agreement with Pei Evaluation Service® (Pei ES) and a Follow-up Inspection Service Agreementwith Progressive Engineering Inc. (Pei ). The manufacturing facility will be audited on a quarterly basis by Pei .
2. All framing, wood posts, beams, joists, stringers and associated connections required to anchor the railing posts are outside thescope of this PER. All framing shall follow applicable codes or be designed by a licensed Engineer. Stairway handrail shall be designedand constructed in accordance with the applicable codes.
Fiberon Symmetry Signature assembly and component details are shown in Figure 1 through Figure 8, and Fiberon Horizonassembly and component details are shown in Figure 9 through Figure 16.
Fiber Composites, LLC181 Random Drive
New London, NC 28127
4. All guardrail system load tests were performed using 4x4 Douglas Fir or Treated Southern Pine posts. Where alternative lumberspecies are utilized, the fastener capacity shall be verified by the local code official or a registered design professional as deemedapplicable.
Armorguard Deluxe Railing
Armorguard Enclave™ RailingHomeSelect™ Guardrails
1-800-573-8841 or [email protected]
Armorguard Regency White Rail assembly and component details are shown in Figure 17 through 26. Armorguard Enclaveassembly and component details are shown in Figure 27 through 33.
All guardrail systems covered by this PER are co-extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC) products manufactured in one of the followingPei ES approved colors: White, Tranquil White, Black, Serene Black, Bronze, Dark Walnut, Simply Brown, Mahogany, Redwood, andCedar. Veranda ArmorGuard is co-extruded Polyethylene/Wood core with HDPE capstock manufactured in two Pei ES approvedcolors: Nantucket Gray and Brazilian Walnut. Railing systems consist of the structural components outlined in Table 2 and Table 4 andfasteners outlined in Table 3 and Table 5.
Armorguard Classic Railing
Armorguard Classic Railing assembly and component details are shown in Figure 34 through 44. Armorguard Deluxe Railingassembly and component details are shown in Figure 34 through 44.
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Code & Standard Compliance
Tested to
ASTM E 84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
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ASTM D7032 - Standard Specification for Establishing Performance Ratings for Wood-Plastic Composite Deck Boards and GuardrailSystems
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Section R301.5 Section R312
Section 1015.5 Section 1015.7
Section R317.4
2015 International Residential Code 2015 International Building Code
Section 1013.3Section 1013.6
Section 1013.4Section 1013.2Section 1013.5 Section 1013.7
2009 International Residential Code 2009 International Building Code
Section 1607.8.1
Section 1015.3
Section 1607.8.1Section 1015.6Section 2612
2012 International Residential Code 2012 International Building CodeSection R312.1Section R301.5
Section R317.4 Section R507.3
Notes:1. Limited to use in all construction types where untreated wood is permitted in accordance with Section 1406.3 of the IBC.
2. All products may be recognized as code compliant in accordance with the 2012 IBC/IRC, 2015 IBC/IRC, 2014 Florida Building Code, 2014Florida Building Code - Residential, and 2013 Abu Dhabi International Building Code (same code sections as 2009 IBC). System specific limitationsare provided in Table 1.
3. Recognition through the 2014 FBC and 2014 FBC-Residential excludes use in High-Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ).
Section 1013 Section 1607.7.1Section R317.4
Section R301.5 Section R312.1 Section 1015.2 Section 1015.4
Railing System Nominal Length Maximum Height Additional LimitationsFiberon Symmetry Signature 6-ft and 8-ft 42-in None
Fiberon Symmetry Signature Stair Railing
6-ft and 8-ft 42-in One- and Two-Family Dwellings
Fiberon Horizon 6-ft and 8-ft 42-in One- and Two-Family Dwellings
Fiberon Horizon Stair Railing3 6-ft and 8-ft 42-in One- and Two-Family DwellingsAmorguard Regency White Rail 6-ft and 8-ft 42-in One- and Two-Family Dwellings
Armorguard Regency Stair Railing3 6-ft 42-in One- and Two-Family DwellingsArmorguard Enclave 6-ft 36-in One- and Two-Family Dwellings
Armorguard Enclave Stair Railing3 6-ft 36-in One- and Two-Family Dwellings
Armorguard Classic1 6-ft and 8-ft 42-in One- and Two-Family Dwellings
Armorguard Deluxe1 6-ft 42-in One- and Two-Family Dwellings
HomeSelect Traditional1 6-ft and 8-ft 42-in One- and Two-Family DwellingsHomeSelect Naturals 6-ft 36-in One- and Two-Family DwellingsHomeSelect Sentry 6-ft 36-in One- and Two-Family Dwellings
2. Fiberon Symmetry Signature guardrail system is limited to a minimum stair angle of 30o and a maximum stair angle of 37o.
3. Fiberon Horizon and Armorguard guardrail systems are limited to a minimum stair angle of 27o and a maximum stair angle of 37o.
1. Armorguard Classic, Armorguard Deluxe, and HomeSelect Traditional guardrail systems are limited to a height of 36-inches when colonial balusters are used. See Figure 44 for HomeSelect baluster details.
Notes:
Table 1 - Individual Railing System Additional Code Limitations
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System Component
Fiberon Symmetry Signature
Fiberon Horizon Armorguard
Regency WhiteArmorguard
Enclave
Top RailCo-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Top ReinforcementExtruded 6063-T6
Aluminum H-Channel
-- -- --
Top BracketHylon N1000HL
(Nylon)Grade 304 Stainless
SteelGrade 304 Stainless
Steel or NylonGrade 304 Stainless
Steel or Nylon
Bottom RailCo-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Bottom Rail BracketHylon N1000HL
(Nylon)Grade 304 Stainless
SteelGrade 304 Stainless
Steel or NylonGrade 304 Stainless
Stee or Nylon
Post Sleeve/WrapCo-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded Cellular PVC
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
3/4" Diameter Extruded 6063-T6
Aluminum
3/4" Diameter G60 Steel Tube
(45,000-psi Yield)
3/4" Diameter G60 Steel Tube
(45,000-psi Yield)
3/4" Diameter G60 Steel Tube
(45,000-psi Yield)
Crush BlocksCo-Extruded Cellular
PVCCo-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Crush Block Holder Nylon -- -- --
Table 2 - Fiberon & Armorguard Railing Systems Component Material Specifications
Baluster Options
System ConnectionFiberon Symmetry
SignatureFiberon Horizon
Armorguard Regency White
Armorguard Enclave
Top Rail to Bracket #10x5/8" Screws#10x3/4" SS Flat
Head Screws2#10x3/4" SS Flat
Head Screws#10x3/4" SS Flat
Head ScrewsTop Rail Cap to
Sub-Rail -- -- -- --
Top Bracket to Post #10x2-1/2" Screws#10x1-1/4" SS Flat
Head Screws3#10x1-1/4" SS Flat
Head Screws#10x1-1/4" SS Flat
Head Screws
Top Rail to Baluster#8x1-1/2" Flat Head
ScrewsPVC Baluster
DaggersBalusters Pass Through Rail
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Top Rail to Reinforcement
#10x1-7/8" Screws -- -- --
Bottom Rail to Bracket
#10x5/8" Screws#10x3/4" SS Flat
Head Screws#10x3/4" SS Flat
Head Screws#10x3/4" SS Flat
Head ScrewsBottom Bracket to
Post#10x2-1/2" Screws
#10x1-1/4" SS Flat Head Screws
#10x1-1/4" SS Flat Head Screws
#10x1-1/4" SS Flat Head Screws
Bottom Rail to Baluster
#10x1-1/2" ScrewsPVC Baluster
DaggersBalusters Pass Through Rail
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Notes:
1. Fastening requirements are valid for both level and stair rail applications unless noted otherwise.
2. For 8-ft Horizon stair top rail to bracket connection, use #10x1" SS Flat Head Screws and 1/8" diameter pre-drill.
3. For 8-ft Horizon stair top rail to post connection, use #10x2" SS Flat Head Screws and 1/8" diameter pre-drill.
Table 3 - Fiberon & Armorguard Railing Systems Fastener Requirements1
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System Component
Armorguard Deluxe
HomeSelect Traditional
Armorguard Classic
HomeSelect SentryHomeSelect
Naturals
Top RailCo-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Top Reinforcement
Top Bracket
PVC Socket - Polycarbonate
Dovetail keyways with Pan Type A Grade 304 SS
PVC Socket - Polycarbonate
Dovetail keyways with Pan Type A Grade 304 SS
PVC Socket - Polycarbonate
Dovetail keyways with Pan Type A Grade 304 SS
PVC Socket with Pan Type A Grade
304 SS
Grade 304 Stainless Steel
Bottom RailCo-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Bottom Rail Bracket PVC PVC PVC PVCGrade 304 Stainless
Steel
Post SleeveCo-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
PVC (Colonial Balusters Only)
PVC (Colonial Balusters Only)
PVC (Colonial Balusters Only)
PVC (Colonial Balusters Only)
PVC (Colonial Balusters Only)
3/4" Diameter G60 Steel Tube
(45,000-psi Yield)
3/4" Diameter G60 Steel Tube
(45,000-psi Yield)
3/4" Diameter G60 Steel Tube
(45,000-psi Yield)
3/4" Diameter G60 Steel Tube
(45,000-psi Yield)
3/4" Diameter G60 Steel Tube
(45,000-psi Yield)
Crush BlocksCo-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Co-Extruded MPVC (Mineral-Filled PVC)
Table 4 -HomeSelect & Armorguard Railing Systems Component Material Specifications
Baluster Options
System ConnectionArmorguard
DeluxeHomeSelect Traditional
Armorguard Classic
HomeSelect SentryHomeSelect
Naturals
Top Rail to Bracket#10x1" SS Pan Head Screws
#10x1" SS Pan Head Screws
#10x2-1/2"" SS Pan Head Screws
#10x1" SS Pan Head Screws
#10x1" SS Flat Head Screws
Top Bracket to Post#10x1-1/2" SS Pan
Head Screws#10x1-1/2"" SS Pan
Head Screws#10x1-1/2"" SS Pan
Head Screws#10x1-1/2" SS Pan
Head Screws#10x2" SS Pan Head Screws
Top Rail to BalusterBalusters Pass Through Rail
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Bottom Rail to Bracket
Slip Fit Only - No Fastener
Slip Fit Only - No Fastener
Slip Fit Only - No Fastener
Slip Fit Only - No Fasteners
#10x1" SS Flat Head Screws
Bottom Bracket to Post
#10x1-1/2" SS Pan Head Screws
#10x1-1/2" SS Pan Head Screws
#10x1-1/2" SS Pan Head Screws
#10x1-1/2" SS Pan Head Screws
#10x2" SS Flat Head Screws
Bottom Rail to Baluster
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Balusters Pass Through Rail
Table 4 -HomeSelect & Armorguard Railing Systems Component Material Specifications
Fiberon Symmetry Signature Railing Figures
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Fiberon Horizon Railing Figures
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Armorguard Regency White Rail Figures
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Figure 18 - Armorguard RegencyTop & Bottom Rail
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Figure 22 - Armorguard Regency Rail-to-Post Stair Railing Metal Bracket
Armorguard Enclave Railing Figures
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Armorguard & HomeSelect Railing Figures
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Product Labeling
1. The Guardrail name
2. Date Code
3. Manufacturer Name, Logo or Website
4. This PER Number & Pei ES Name or Logo
5. Guardrail Performance & Use Limitations (Indicate ASTM D7032 Compliance)
Acceptable Evaluation Marks
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The Guardrail Systems must be labeled with at least the following information:
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Product Documentation
A SDS for PVC Compound Pellets - Dated: 5/21/2015
A test report 2019-6012(A) - Guardrail test on Fiberon Armorguard Classic Guardrail System - Dated: 4/2/2019
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A Test Report No. E6227.01-119-19 - ASTM D 7032-08 Test for Horizon Mission PVC Capped, Mineral-Based Composite GuardrailSystem - Dated: 10/2/2015
Armorguard Enclave Railing Installation Instructions - VER-0065-PKG - Dated: 2/2014
Fiberon Horizon Rail Installation Instructions - FIB-0329-LIT - Dated: 2/2017
Armorguard Regency Railing Installation Instructions - VER-0020-LIT - Dated: 8/2015
A Product Evaluation Service Agreement between Pei Evaluation Service® and Fiber Composites, LLC
A Follow-up Inspection Service Agreement between Progressive Engineering Inc. and Fiber Composites, LLC
A Fiberon Quality Control Manual - Dated: 3/20/2018
A MSDS for Vinyl Resin Compounds - Dated: 1/13/2012
Fiberon Symmetry Signature 6-ft and 8-ft Installation Instructions - FIB-0344-LIT - Dated: 11/2017
A Test Report No. C7840.01-119-19 - ASTM D 7032-08 Test for HomeSelect Classic/Deluxe/Traditional PVC Capped, Mineral-BasedComposite Guardrail Systems - Dated: July 16, 2014
A Test Report No. 74487.01-119-19 - ASTM D 7032-04 and ASTM D 6109-05 Tests for Fiberon Horizon Regency Composite RailSystem - Dated: April 7, 2010
A Pei Test Report No. 2017-6235(A) - ASTM D7032 Guardrail Concentrated Load Tests on an 8' Veranda Regency Railing System and6' Stair Guardrail with UV Exposed Nylon Brackets - Dated: 6/12/2018.
A Test Report No. 3646.01-119-19 - ASTM D 6109-05 for PVC Capped, Mineral-Based Composite Guardrail System Home DepotVeranda Regency - Dated: February 16, 2015
Armorguard Classic Railing Installation Instructions - FHS-0003-LIT - Dated: 5/2015
Armorguard Deluxe/Traditional Railing Installation Instructions - FHS-0002-LIT - Dated: 5/2015
HomeSelect Sentry Railing Installation Instructions - FHS-0001-LIT - Dated: 5/2015
A Test Report No. C8627.01-119-19 - ASTM D 7032-08 Test for HomeSelect Naturals PVC Capped, Wood-Plastic CompositeGuardrail System - Dated: 3/21/2014
A Pei Test Report No. 2017-0380(A) - ASTM D7032 Guardrail Concentrated Load Tests on a 8' HomeSelect Traditional Railing Systemwith new LMT Keyway Brackets - Dated: 4/12/2017
A Pei Test Report No. 2017-0380(B) - ASTM D7032 Guardrail Concentrated Load Tests on a 6' HomeSelect Deluxe Railing Systemwith new LMT Keyway Brackets - Dated: 4/13/2017
A Pei Test Report No. 2017-0380(C) - ASTM D7032 Guardrail Concentrated Load Tests on a 6' HomeSelect Sentry Railing System -Dated: 4/11/2017
A Pei Test Report No. 2017-0380(D) - ASTM D7032 Guardrail Concentrated Load Tests on a 8' HomeSelect Classic Railing Systemwith new LMT Keyway Brackets - Dated: 4/12/2017
A Test Report No. D7452.01-119-19 - ASTM D 1761-06, ASTM D 6109-05, and ASTM D 7032-08 Tests for PVC Capped, Mineral-Based Composite Guardrail Systems Home Depot Veranda Enclave and Veranda Regency - Dated: August 29, 2014
A Test Report No. 92465.01-119-19 - ASTM D 7032-07 Test for Horizon Series and Professional Series Composite Guardrail Systemswith Fortress Iron Balusters - Dated: December 28, 2009
A Test Report No. 77584.01-119-19 - ASTM D 7032-04 Test for Composite Baluster and PVC Dagger with WeatherBest Provincial andWeatherBest Mission Guardrail Systems - Dated: January 7, 2009
A Test Report No. E3648.01-119-19 - ASTM D 1761-06 and ASTM D6109-05 for PVC Capped, Mineral-Based Composite GuardrailSystem for Horizon Mission - Dated: July 9, 2015 - Revised: September 16, 2015
An Engineering Comparison Letter - MPVC Core vs. Wood Composite Core for Horizon Guardrail System - Dated: April 25, 2016
A Test Report No. D9734.01-119-19 - ASTM D 1761-06, ASTM D6109-05, and ASTM D7032-08 for Home Depot Veranda ArmorGuardComposite Guardrail System - Dated: November 18, 2014
A Pei Test Report No. 2016-765 (A) - ASTM D7032 Guardrail Infill Load Test on a 8' Symmetry Rail System with Round AluminumBalusters with a 0.075" Thick Aluminum Rail Reinforcement - Dated: 6/7/2016 (Revised: 8/24/2016)
A Pei Test Report No. 2016-765 (B) - ASTM D7032 Ultraviolet Resistance Test on Black Fiberon Symmetry MPVC Railing and CellularPVC Baluster Components - Dated: 9/6/2016
A Pei Test Report No. 2016-1431(A) - ASTM D7032 Guardrail Test on Various Fiberon, HomeSelect, and ArmorGuard Railing Systemsto Evaluate Design Changes - Dated: 10/18/2016
HomeSelect Natural Railing Installation Instructions - FHS-0004-LIT - Dated: 4/2013
A Test Report No. 15-236 - ASTM D 7032-10a Flexural Tests (Control & After UV Exposure) on Fiberon Symmetry Balusters (White) -Dated: October 13, 2015
A Test Report No. C7840.02-121-24 - ASTM E84-09 Surface Burning Characteristics Test for HomeSelect® Square Balusters - Dated:October 22, 2013
A Test Report 2019-6011 - Guardrail test on Fiberon Symmetry Signature Guardrail System - Dated-4/1/2019
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