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The Rod Hanging System: The Robust Solution for Museums & Galleries
The system of picture rail with rigid rods (often called J-Rail) is the essential reference for art professionals. Unlike flexible cables, steel or aluminum rods provide a perfect rigidity, an extreme weight capacity (up to 100kg) and easy handling without a ladder. Discover professional solutions with Artiteq Classic Rail I'm sorry, but "et" does not have a specific meaning on its own in French. It is a conjunction that means "and" when used to connect words or sentences. If you provide more context or text, I would be happy to help with the translation. Civic Industrie.
Why choose rods instead of wires ?
The rigid stem has 3 major advantages:
- ? ? The Force: Ideal for heavy-duty projects. A 4x4mm rod can support up to 100kg !
- ⚡ Speed: In galleries, you can unhook and move a rod with just one hand without having to climb a stepladder.
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Which rail is compatible with the rods ?
The rods do not work with closed "Click Rail". Open profile rails (J-shape) should be used instead:
- Artiteq Classic Rail+ I'm sorry, but it seems like your message is incomplete. Could you please provide the text you would like me to translate from French to English? The reference. It supports up to 100kg and allows you to lock the stem to prevent theft.
- Civic Industrie I'm sorry, but it seems like your message is incomplete. Could you please provide the text you would like me to translate from French to English? The standard of French national museums is extremely robust.
Square, round, white or aluminum rods ?
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- ⬜ Square rod 4x4mm: The absolute standard. Available in white (subtle on white wall) or aluminum.
- ⚪ 3mm rod (Round): Finer, used for lighter loads on certain specific systems.
Are there any anti-theft systems available ?
Yes, it is one of the strong points of the rod range. With the system Classic Rail+, You can add a blocking mechanism that prevents the rod from being removed from the rail. In addition, some hooks are equipped with security screws to prevent the picture from being unhooked.
How do you change the height of the table ?
Just like with wires, the rods use sliding hooks (often self-locking or with screws). You just need to pinch the hook to make it slide along the metal rod and release it at the desired height.
Can we use nylon threads on these rails ?
Yes, the versatility is total! On a J-Rail (Classic) rail, you can hang a rigid rod for a heavy painting, and right next to it, a perlon wire with a "Cylinder" or "S-Hook" fitting for a small lightweight frame.
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