The Loading Selector is a tool designed to help customers determine the most suitable system for their needs by analysing and matching it to their specific loading requirements.

This standard specifies the requirements for the design, strength, and installation of protective railings to prevent falls from heights in buildings and structures. See our BS 6180:2011 Table. 

Unsure which barrier loading applies to your project? Take our quick quiz to find out – based on the guidance in BS 6180 for barriers in and around buildings:

Please note, F.H. Brundle cannot be held liable for the compliance of our products to building regulations and it remains the responsibility of the customer to ensure all regulations are met in each system’s individual test reports. 

Looking for a higher loading classification? Try Mega-Grip!

Mega‑Grip delivers exceptionally high strength, achieving up to 4.46 kN/m under line‑load testing and up to 6.12 kN/m² under simulated wind loading. This performance qualifies the system for all major BS 6180 categories, including the highest 3.0 kN/m classification for busy public areas. As a result, Mega‑Grip is suitable for use in domestic balconies, commercial buildings, restaurants, retail spaces, and high‑traffic public environments such as shopping centres, concourses, and theatres.

For more information, please take a look at the Mega-Grip test data.