Whitepapers and Guides

Specification guide for point-fixed glass canopy systems. Covers structural loading, bolt and rod fixing tolerances, drainage details, and maintenance planning for open-edge applications.

Technical guidance on framed glass canopy assemblies. Explains support integration, edge protection, and interface continuity to achieve weather-tight, visually light roof structures.

Comprehensive reference for unitised structural-silicone-glazed façades. Includes standards for air-, water-, and wind-tightness, with focus on deflection control and quality assurance.

Guidelines for toggle-retained glazing systems where silicone or pressure plates are concealed. Details glass stack design, tolerances, and test evidence required for façade approvals.

Design framework for spider-fitted glass façades and entrances. Covers fixing geometry, load distribution, rotation capacity, and performance verification for large-format installations.

Advanced engineering overview of tensile-supported façades. Explores cable pre-tensioning, structural coordination, and optical control for transparent large-span glass walls.

Specification notes for back-ventilated glass rainscreens. Discusses fixing systems, fire compliance, and thermal movement control to maintain visual alignment and façade integrity.

Design guide for internal glazed partitions with E/EI fire ratings. Explains classification, tested systems, interface detailing, and performance verification for compliant compartmentation.

Specification guidance for glazed door assemblies with certified E/EI fire performance. Covers door geometry, tested hardware, and interface continuity for safety and compliance.

Technical reference for secure glazed storefront systems tested to EN 1627 RC standards. Details resistance classes, locking hardware, and perimeter design to balance transparency and protection.

Performance overview of ballistic-rated glazing systems to EN 1063. Defines glass build-ups, frame reinforcement, and design verification to achieve required BR classifications.

Guidelines for concept design and detailing of blast-resistant glazed façades. Includes load path strategy, laminated interlayers, and testing standards for security-critical applications.

Comprehensive guide to high-performance acoustic insulating glass units. Discusses RW/CTR ratings, edge detailing, and flanking control for façades exposed to road and rail noise.

Technical guidance for designing and detailing door thresholds to ensure effective drainage and air-water management. Includes falls, weep paths, upstands, and membrane continuity for robust performance.

Explains how to prevent condensation and vapour ingress in glazing interfaces. Covers thermal bridging, vapour control layers, and continuity between façade and structural elements.

Defines acceptable tolerances and movement allowances for glazed assemblies. Provides specification details for setting blocks, packers, and deflection limits to ensure sealant integrity.

Outlines visual inspection criteria for glazing. Details quality standards, viewing distances, and acceptance guidelines for coatings, frits, and lamination consistency.

Comprehensive framework for façade mock-ups and testing protocols. Describes evidence submission for insurers, warranties, and CWCT sequence validation.

Provides calculation principles and zoning criteria for wind load design. Discusses serviceability and ultimate limits, ensuring façade stability and occupant safety.

Guidance on preventing thermal fracture and managing heat-soak testing. Covers glass selection, edge treatment, and solar exposure analysis for compliance with EN 14179.

Details sealant types, primers, and compatibility checks between substrates. Includes workmanship standards and QA measures for airtightness and watertightness.

Engineering guide to load transfer through glass doors and fittings. Defines hinge capacity, torque limits, and reinforcement design to maintain long-term performance.

Outlines lifecycle maintenance and replacement strategies for glazing systems. Covers cleaning regimes, inspection intervals, and safe access planning for future maintenance.

Guidelines for assessing environmental performance and whole-life carbon (WLCA) in glazing systems. Covers embodied carbon calculations, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), and design strategies to enhance sustainability and compliance with green-building standards.