Backer Bar
The Bailey
Backer Bar was specifically designed to meet the demand for the attachment of multiple items and heavier items to interior partitions.
Typical Applications
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Wall-Mounted Televisions
- Hospital Handrails
- Towel and Shower Bars
- Cabinets and Shelves
Features and Benefits
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Exceeds the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) load requirements for grab bars
- Offers approximately twice the load capacity of traditional plywood backing systems
- Ultimate load capacity of over 1100 lbs., with or without gypsum board
- Installs quickly and easily
- Available in 12", 16" and 24" spacing
- For use on non-loadbearing or loadbearing studs
- Bailey Backerbar has a unique patented design. Patent # 2,811,362
Performance Test Results
The performance of the new
Backer Bar was tested* against 20 gauge flat strap, site cut 3/4" plywood, and proprietary plywood backing systems. In every case, the Bailey Backer Bar demonstrated superior performance, and exceeded NBCC design criterion for grab bars.
*Tested in accordance with CSA S136-12 and NBCC sections 3.8.3.8.1.0, 9.31.2.3, and 3.7.2.8