Elevate Your Outdoor Spaces with Wallbarn’s MetalPad EX Adjustable Pedestal

In the realm of outdoor construction, especially for high-rise balconies and terraces, the quest for materials that combine safety, stability, and flexibility is ongoing. Wallbarn’s MetalPad EX Adjustable Pedestal stands out as a beacon of innovation in this field. This blog explores the features and unparalleled benefits of the MetalPad EX, a non-combustible, fully adjustable, Class A1 pedestal designed to revolutionise high-rise outdoor flooring solutions.

Introducing MetalPad EX: A Foundation of Safety and Precision

The MetalPad EX is not merely a pedestal; it’s a cornerstone of safety and reliability for high-rise balconies, roofs, podiums, and terraces. As both a fixed head and self-levelling pedestal, it supports paving systems in pedestrian areas, ensuring stability and longevity even in the most demanding environments.

Enhanced Load Distribution for Delicate Surfaces

Understanding the intricacies of high-rise construction, Wallbarn provides additional spreader plates with a diameter of 185mm, which attach to the baseplates. These spreader plates enhance the system’s ability to diffuse weight over a larger surface area, making it an ideal choice for sub-decks that require extra care.

Tailored Solutions for Decking and Terrace Substructures

For those specialising in decking and terrace substructures, MetalPad EX offers a headpiece connector designed to fit a 60mm wide rail. This ensures a seamless and robust connection, complemented by rail-to-rail connectors that facilitate the construction of multi-layer rails for varying height requirements. These aluminium clip connectors are designed for quick, easy installation, creating a strong and efficient substructure system.

Superior Durability and Compliance

Coated with Zintec 200, the MetalPad EX pedestals boast exceptional protection against outdoor elements, ensuring long-term durability without the risk of rotting, warping, or rusting. The design includes drainage holes for effective water management and optional anchoring points for added stability, making them an exemplary choice for any outdoor flooring project.

Unrivalled Features and Benefits

• Class A1 Fire Rating: Compliant with EN 13501-1:2018 and BS 8579, ensuring top-tier fire safety.
• High Load Tolerance: Each pedestal supports over two tonnes, accommodating normal loads with ease.
• Adjustability and Precision: Features a threaded stem for millimetre-precise height adjustment, enabling adjustments while the paving or joist is in place.
• Comprehensive Substructure Support: MetalPad EX is part of a larger substructure support system, offering a range of headpiece and connection components for diverse construction needs.
• Quick and Easy Installation: All fixings and connectors are provided, allowing for a fast and straightforward setup.

Compliant with Building Standards

MetalPad EX doesn’t just meet the basic requirements; it exceeds them. Compliance with DCLG Building Regulations, Approved Document B 2022, and British Standard for balcony construction (BS 8579) ensures that your projects adhere to the highest standards of safety and construction quality.

Conclusion

Wallbarn’s MetalPad EX Adjustable Pedestal is more than just a product; it’s a comprehensive solution for modern high-rise construction. It offers the perfect blend of safety, versatility, and ease of installation, making it an indispensable tool for professionals seeking to enhance their outdoor spaces.

Whether you are constructing a new terrace, refurbishing a high-rise balcony, or developing a complex roofing system, the MetalPad EX provides a solid, compliant, and adjustable foundation that stands the test of time.

Discover more about how the MetalPad EX can transform your construction projects by visiting Wallbarn’s MetalPad EX. Embrace the future of outdoor construction with a pedestal system that ticks all the boxes: safety, stability, and superior performance.