Transcription: We’re going to talk about the connection between the post, and the base plate, on a top mount post. So, here is a typical top mount post from AGS Stainless. The post connects to the base plate. The base plate looks like this. So, the post attaches to the base plate by a weld. […]
Transcription: This post comes from a competitor in the railing industry to AGS. This is an example of the quality that you’ll find in the industry. In order to mount the top rail to the post, you need a series of components to create the mounting surface. So, as you look inside this post here, […]
Transcription: Here is the terminal post to end the run of intermediate posts and set the system up to connect the top rail. There’s a wood top rail as a sample directly behind me. That’s a stainless top rail. So, to set the post up for the top rail, you need some form of transition, […]
Transcription: Marine-grade 316 is the best grade of steel for railings. However, 304 is less expensive and commonly used to manufacture standard railing systems. 316, though, is considerably more durable. you’ll have a lot less maintenance and ongoing maintenance required. And so, when it comes to a stainless railing, 316 is our recommendation. There are […]
Transcription: My name is Kevin Harris. I’m the director of sales and marketing for AGS Stainless. And today, I want to talk to you a little bit about quality. If you’re looking to add a new railing to your home and want that railing to be stainless steel, you really have two options. You can […]
The Scenario | On what was at one time, the Idlewood Airport, now sits Idlewild Park. Rich in New York history, Idlewild is one of the largest remaining saltwater marshes in Queens. In the recently built Learning Center on the site, AGS Stainless was chosen to custom design and then fabricate 100% offsite, the stainless […]
What’s the difference between a house and a home? Most people would say that a house is a structure, a building made of brick, wood, or cement. A home, however, relates more to feelings and emotions. A home is a place where a person feels happy, secure, comfortable, and has a sense of belonging. What […]
Ryan Giffin Lead Laser Technician Highly specialized Lead Laser Technician Ryan Giffin loves being hands-on, solving problems, and keeping active by working in AGS’ shop. Fascinated by machinery, he enjoys figuring out how things work and finding ways to improve output and efficiency. Long-term employee Ryan is the go-to expert in precision-cut railing parts for […]
Esposito Construction Inc. remodels and builds luxury custom homes in South Carolina’s Lowcountry region. The area is renowned for being a premier location due to its abundant recreational opportunities, unique history, and arts and cultural scene. AGS Featured Professional Brian Esposito is the founder and president of ECI and has been constructing impressive properties in […]
Glass Panel Railing Systems a Clear Choice for Luxury Interiors Glacier glass panel balcony railing achieves a high-end upscale look. As a result, it is ideal for custom homes and luxury interior spaces. Designing a unique stair railing system with a custom layout is an appealing project to undertake. However, sometimes, it isn’t easy to […]
Ryan discusses ways to prevent frayed cables on competitor’s products. Ryan responded to a question about how to prevent frayed cables on cable railing. He details how the type of fittings determines probable solution. Then he contrasts that with AGS’s fittings that never have frayed cables. After we shot the video more topics came up, […]
Custom Stair Railing Parts Make a Complete Success of Partially Enclosed Stair Remodel East coast resident Jon W. decided to upgrade the stair railing system in his home to a modern cable rail. Due to Jon’s home’s partially enclosed staircase design, some of the cable runs would need to terminate in the studs behind the […]
