Description
The GT Stage Deck Handrail range is designed for use with GT Stage Deck modular staging platforms, providing a professional edge protection solution for temporary, portable and semi-permanent stage systems. Available in both 1m and 2m variants, these black steel handrails allow stage layouts to be configured more safely and professionally across a wide range of applications, including schools, theatres, churches, venues, community halls, event hire, conference platforms and performance spaces.
These handrails are used to create a defined safety barrier around exposed stage edges, helping protect performers, presenters, students, staff, technicians and venue users when working on raised platforms. They are particularly important where modular staging is used at increased heights, in public-facing environments, or in spaces where multiple users may be moving around the stage during rehearsals, productions, presentations or events.
The range includes both 1m and 2m handrail options, allowing the correct rail length to be selected depending on the deck size and stage layout. The 2m variant is suited to the long edge of a standard 2m stage platform, while the 1m variant is useful for shorter deck edges, side sections, returns, access control points and smaller platform layouts. Using both sizes together allows a stage perimeter to be built more accurately, especially when combining 2m x 1m, 1m x 1m and half-size GT Stage Deck platforms.
Each handrail is constructed from black powder coated steel, giving it a strong and professional finish suitable for regular event and venue use. The black finish works well with modular staging, black stage skirts, theatre environments and production settings, helping the rails remain visually discreet while still providing a clear safety function. This makes them suitable for both front-facing stage builds and practical backstage or side-stage layouts.
The handrails connect directly to the edge of compatible GT Stage Deck platforms and are supplied with accessory nuts and M10 hand knobs for installation. This makes them suitable for modular staging systems where the layout may need to change between events. Rails can be fitted, removed or repositioned depending on the stage configuration, giving venues and hire companies flexibility when building different platform sizes and access arrangements.
For education environments, the 1m and 2m GT Stage Deck handrails are valuable accessories for school halls, drama studios, performance spaces and multi-purpose rooms. Schools often use modular staging for assemblies, concerts, theatre productions, award evenings and visiting performances, where safe access and defined stage edges are important. Adding handrails to exposed sides or rear edges helps create a more complete staging package and supports a more controlled platform layout.
For event hire and production companies, offering both 1m and 2m handrails gives greater flexibility when supplying modular stage packages. Different venues often require different stage footprints, and handrail coverage needs to adapt accordingly. The 2m rail can cover long deck runs, while the 1m rail can complete shorter sides, returns or edge sections. This improves the overall usability of the staging system and helps provide a more professional finish for clients.
For venues, churches, theatres and community spaces, these handrails can be used for temporary or regular stage setups where edge protection is required. They are suitable for raised performance platforms, lectern areas, choir risers, presentation stages, live music platforms and temporary event structures. When used alongside compatible GT Stage Deck platforms, legs, clamps, levellers and stairs, the handrails help create a safer and more complete modular staging system.
The 2m handrail measures 1081 x 1980 x 44mm and weighs 7.5kg. The 1m handrail measures 1081 x 980 x 44mm, although the exact published weight should be confirmed from supplier data before final upload if required. Both versions are designed to integrate with the GT Stage Deck system and should be installed using the supplied compatible hardware.
When specifying handrails for a stage build, the full platform layout should be considered, including deck size, stage height, stair position, exposed edges, performer movement and audience location. Handrails should be installed where required using the correct fittings and in line with appropriate staging safety practice. They are part of a wider modular staging system and should be used with compatible GT Stage Deck components.
The GT Stage Deck 1m and 2m Handrails are practical safety accessories for building a more professional modular stage setup. With black powder coated steel construction, deck edge fixing, supplied installation hardware and two useful length options, they are well suited to schools, venues, churches, theatres, hire companies and event production users working with GT Stage Deck platforms.