Patent Glazing has proven to have an excellent safety record. However, it is important to ensure you specify the correct glass type in relation to the overall height of the glazing above the floor level. The following recommendations apply:-
Glazing Height above floor level | Suitable types for Single Glazing | Suitable types for Double Glazing |
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Up to 5 Metres | Toughened, Laminated or Wired Glass | The inner pane must be Toughened or Laminated. The upper pane should be Toughened in either instance. |
5 to 13 Metres | Toughened glass not more than 6mm thick and panes not larger than 3 sq/m. Laminated or Wired Glass | The inner pane must be Toughened or Laminated. The upper pane should be Toughened in either instance. |
Above 13 Metres | Laminated or Wired Glass | The lower pane must be Laminated |
From time to time, it is desirable to use Wired Glass in double glazed combinations. However, there is a high risk of breakage due to thermal stress and advice should be sort from the sealed unit manufacturer.
We do not recommend the use of Toughened Glass in single glazing or to the inner pane of double glazed units over swimming pools, food & beverage preparation units or any areas where the small broken pieces characteristic to this glass type, could cause subsequent injury due to contamination. In these situations laminated glass or
The most common types of glass suitable for over head glazing are detailed below. However, other infills can be accommodated including Polycarbonate, GRP & insulated panels: