Fast Balcony 5 ft x 10 ft Heavy-Duty Bolt-On Aluminum Balcony System, Sling-Set Installation
Reviewed pricing, lead time, freight, and final configuration are confirmed during quote review before order release.
The Fast Balcony 5 ft x 10 ft Heavy-Duty Bolt-On Aluminum Balcony System is a fully prefabricated, shop-welded balcony engineered for multifamily and modular construction. It arrives as one complete unit with deck and railing installed, sets by crane with a rated sling set, and bolts to knife plate embeds so framing crews keep the schedule moving.
The structure is a welded aluminum frame: AL 8 x 3 x 1/8 in perimeter members with end cap plates and knife plate connections, an AL 6 x 3 x 1/8 in outer member, and AL 4 x 1.5 x 1/8 in joists at 16 in on center with 2.5 x 2.5 x 1/4 in corner angles. The guard assembly runs AL 2.5 x 2.5 x 3/16 in stanchions, a miter cut 2.5 x 2.5 x 1/8 in top rail, and a 2 x 2 x 1/8 in bottom rail set for a 3 in net clear gap, with vertical pickets at 4 in on center in the standard configuration. Two 5/8 in diameter A36 steel tie rods with clevises carry the outboard edge back to the structure. Decking is a 140 x 25 mm composite WPC board on keel and clip fasteners, aligned level with the top of the subfloor, with a waterproof interlocking aluminum deck available for dry-space applications. Every unit is powder coated after fabrication, then shipped decked and railed for sling-set installation with 1,800 lb rated rigging.
Highlights
- Fully prefabricated 5 ft x 10 ft welded aluminum balcony, shipped as one set-ready unit
- Crane sling-set installation with 1,800 lb rated rigging
- Knife plate connection to building structure embeds for fast bolt-on attachment
- AL 8 x 3 x 1/8 in perimeter framing with end cap plates; joists at 16 in on center
- 42 in guard with pickets at 4 in on center; cable, perforated mesh, and clear glass infill options
- Composite WPC deck standard, waterproof interlocking aluminum deck optional
- Two 5/8 in A36 steel tie rods with clevises included
- Powder coat finish program: Matte Black standard, White, Bronze, Slate Gray, custom colors quoted
Specification Table
| Footprint | 5 ft x 10 ft (60 in projection x 120 in width) |
| Frame construction | Welded aluminum, 45 degree mitered and welded corners, 0.25 in and 0.375 in weld thickness |
| Perimeter framing | AL 8 x 3 x 1/8 in with end cap plates and knife plates; AL 6 x 3 x 1/8 in outer member |
| Joists | AL 4 x 1.5 x 1/8 in at 16 in on center, 7 joists with 2.5 x 2.5 x 1/4 in corner angles |
| Guard system | AL 2.5 x 2.5 x 3/16 in stanchions, 2.5 x 2.5 x 1/8 in miter cut top rail, 2 x 2 x 1/8 in bottom rail, 42 in guard height |
| Railing infill | Vertical pickets 1 x 1 x 1/8 in at 4 in on center standard; stainless cable, perforated mesh, or clear glass optional |
| Deck surface | Composite WPC board 140 x 25 mm on keel and clip fasteners standard; waterproof interlocking aluminum optional |
| Deck area | 50 sq ft |
| Tie rods | Two 5/8 in diameter A36 steel rods, 9 ft 3 in overall with steel clevises |
| Mount system | Knife plate connection to building structure embeds |
| Installation | Crane sling-set installation with 1,800 lb rated rigging |
| Structural basis | Engineered to project live-load requirements; structural verification completed during quote review |
| Finish | Powder coat: Matte Black standard; White, Bronze, Slate Gray; custom colors quoted on request |
| Unit weight | About 600 lb in the standard picket and composite deck configuration (engineering estimate; varies by infill and deck selection) |
| Lead time | Confirmed during quote review; production runs are scheduled after drawing approval |
| Freight | Ships by flatbed or commercial freight; freight confirmed during quote review |
Included Components
- Welded aluminum balcony frame with end cap plates and knife plate connections
- Guard assembly with selected railing infill, factory installed
- Deck surface in the selected material, factory installed and aligned for subfloor height
- Two 5/8 in diameter A36 steel tie rods with steel clevises
- Powder coat finish in the selected color
- Knife plate hardware scope confirmed during quote review to match the project embed plan
Installation Notes
- Structural attachment, embed placement, and project live loads must be verified by the project engineer of record before release; final structural verification is completed during quote review.
- Set the unit by crane using a sling set with 1,800 lb rated rigging, keeping the unit level and controlling rotation with tag lines.
- Bolt knife plates to the building structure embeds per the released installation documents, then install and tension both tie rods to the specified geometry.
- Align the top of the deck surface level with the top of the subfloor before final torque.
- Torque fasteners per the released installation documents and touch up any coating damage with the matching powder coat repair kit.
Warranty and Support
- Warranty coverage for the final quoted configuration is documented and confirmed during quote review.
- Powder coated surfaces should be washed with mild detergent and water; avoid abrasive pads and solvent cleaners.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes are available beyond 5 ft x 10 ft?
This heavy-duty platform is built at 5 ft x 10 ft. Standard bolt-on platforms run 4 ft x 8 ft through 5 ft x 10 ft, and custom footprints are engineered to project spec through the quote process.
How does the balcony attach to the building?
The wall-side perimeter member carries knife plates that bolt to embeds in the building structure, and two A36 steel tie rods with clevises carry the outboard edge. Embed placement and attachment details are confirmed with the released installation documents.
Which railing infill should I specify?
Vertical picket is the standard and the most economical. Stainless cable and clear glass maximize view lines, and perforated mesh adds privacy and a contemporary look. All infill options mount to the same stanchion and rail system.
Is the deck waterproof?
The standard composite WPC deck drains through board gaps. For a dry space below the balcony, specify the waterproof interlocking aluminum deck option, which forms a watertight surface with integral drainage.
Documents
- Type Aluminum Balcony System
- SKU FB-BAL-HD-5X10-PK-WPC-BK
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