We are straight up
Balustrades
We say what we mean, deliver what we promise, and build things that last. That’s been our approach since day one — and it’s what keeps our clients coming back.
Engineered to Perform. Built to Last.
At Straight Up Metal Services, we design, fabricate, and install balustrade systems across the full class range — from C1 through to C5. Whether the application is a residential stair, a commercial walkway, or a high-load public facility, we manufacture to exact specification and install to Australian Standards.
Our team works directly with builders, architects, and project managers from early design through to final installation, ensuring every system suits its structural load requirements, environment, and aesthetic brief.
Full class range — C1 through C5
Stainless steel, mild steel & glass systems
Fabricated & installed to AS 1657 / NCC
Custom profiles, finishes & infill options
Commercial & architectural applications
Feature work from the field.
Check out our gallery of balustrade projects over the years. If you need balustrades at your site, reach out to the Straight Up Metal Services team today.
Bespoke Balustrades.
Not every project fits a standard balustrade profile — and we don’t expect it to. When the architectural brief calls for something that doesn’t exist off the shelf, our team designs and fabricates bespoke balustrade systems from the ground up, built precisely to the geometry, material, and aesthetic the project demands.
We work directly from architectural drawings or a design brief, developing custom profiles, infill configurations, post spacings, and connection details tailored to the exact conditions of each installation. Whether it’s a curved balustrade following a radius stair, an oversized glass panel system for a double-height void, or a one-off material combination specified by the architect — we build it.
Custom profiles, post spacings & infill configurations
Curved, radius & non-standard geometry
Fabricated to drawings or design briefs
Any material combination
Class Range & Product Series.
A quick breakdown of each class for the balustrades.
Class C1
Residential & Low-Load
Class C1 balustrades are designed for residential applications and low-traffic commercial environments. Suitable for internal stairs, mezzanines, and balconies where loads are minimal and aesthetic finish is a priority.
Application
Residential / Low-Traffic
Common Materials
Stainless, Mild Steel, Glass
Standard
AS 1657 / NCC Compliant
Finishes Available
Powder Coat, Brushed, Polished
Infill Options
Glass, Balusters, Mesh, Solid
Class C2
Light Commercial
Class C2 systems are suited to light commercial applications including office fitouts, retail spaces, and low-traffic public areas. Designed to handle moderate pedestrian loads with a refined architectural finish.
Application
Light Commercial / Retail
Common Materials
Stainless Steel, Glass
Standard
AS 1657 / NCC Compliant
Finishes Available
Satin, Brushed, Powder Coat
Infill Options
Glass, Balusters, Perforated
Class C3
Commercial & Multi-Res
Class C3 systems are engineered for higher-traffic commercial buildings, multi-residential developments, and mixed-use projects. Built for durability and compliance in demanding pedestrian environments.
Application
Commercial / Multi-Residential
Common Materials
Stainless Steel, Mild Steel
Standard
AS 1657 / NCC Compliant
Finishes Available
Powder Coat, Hot-Dip Galv, Brushed
Infill Options
Glass, Balusters, Perforated
Class C4
Public & Institutional
Class C4 balustrades meet the structural demands of public buildings, schools, hospitals, and high-footfall institutional environments. Engineered for maximum durability and long-term performance.
Application
Public Buildings / Institutional
Common Materials
Stainless Steel, Galvanised Steel
Standard
AS 1657 / NCC Compliant
Finishes Available
Hot-Dip Galv, Powder Coat, Satin SS
Infill Options
Balusters, Mesh, Perforated, Glass
Class C5
High-Load & Industrial
Class C5 represents the highest structural load classification — suited to stadiums, transport hubs, industrial facilities, and any environment subject to extreme crowd or impact loads. Engineered for maximum structural integrity.
Application
Stadiums / Transport / Industrial
Common Materials
Heavy Structural Steel, Stainless
Standard
AS 1657 / NCC Compliant
Finishes Available
Hot-Dip Galv, Industrial Powder Coat
Infill Options
Tube Balusters, Mesh, Solid Panel
Handrails That Go Beyond the Standard.
Custom Handrail Systems
We fabricate and install custom handrail systems across all commercial and public access applications — from single continuous rails on a stair flight through to complex multi-level systems in stainless steel, mild steel, or aluminium. All systems are designed and installed to AS 1657 and NCC handrail requirements.
Stainless steel, mild steel & aluminium
Round, oval & custom profiles
Curved & radius handrails in-house
AS 1657 & NCC compliant
Glowrails. Illuminated handrails.
Glowrails are our in-house manufactured illuminated handrail system — combining precision-fabricated metalwork with integrated LED lighting for a striking architectural finish. Available alongside any of our balustrade systems, they’re ideal for feature stairs, public access routes, and hospitality environments where the handrail is part of the design statement.
Built to Australian Standards.
Every balustrade system we fabricate and install complies with the relevant Australian Standards and National Construction Code requirements. Our team works with project engineers and certifiers throughout the process to ensure full compliance from design through to sign-off.
AS 1657 — Fixed Platforms, Walkways, Stairways and Ladders
The primary Australian Standard governing the design and construction of balustrades, handrails and guardrails in commercial applications.
National Construction Code Compliance
All systems are designed and installed in accordance with the NCC, including height, load, and opening size requirements across all building classes.
Full Class Range Coverage
We manufacture and install the complete C1 through C5 class range, ensuring the right structural specification for every application and environment.
Quality Assurance & Documentation
We provide full fabrication records and installation documentation for project certification and compliance sign-off.
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