Structural Glass Assemblies

Structural Glass Assemblies also know as Suspended Assemblies or Spider Glazing Systems have high impact visually but as they are always specific design solutions do require significant engineering consideration and must still provide a high level of weathering despite contingency in the detailing.
Details :

• Structural glass assemblies can be large or small  from a trophy cabinet to a 100% glass commercial structure
• The use of no mechanical fittings is possible.
• As structural glass assemblies do not have the benefit of movement joints or seismic receivers like a conventional aluminum framed curtain wall, special consideration must be given to building movement, live load deflections and environment loads such as wind and seismic.
• As these types of assemblies are often installed in areas of high density people movement, ie emergency egress pathways where human safety is paramount, it is imperative that they are engineered accordingly and that the glass specified is appropriate for overhead situations.

Product Features :

• A wide range of fittings are available from standard spider fittings to  designer fittings. Fixing detail can be tailored for individual projects including side fixed, bottom fixed or top mounted fittings to meet the requirements of small canopies through to complex glass walls.
• Manufactured from 316 stainless to maximise the products life and appearance and available in polished or satin finishes.
• Swivels are available for toughened, laminated, or double glazed units including flush fitting and surface mounted fixing options.
• Custom design and fabrication services are available for specific projects.