Architectural Glass Balustrade Solutions & Safety Systems

Glass balustrades are a specific type of glass barrier used in buildings for a variety of purposes. They provide a physical barrier, whilst maintaining maximum light and visibility.

The four main areas an architectural glass balustrade system is used are:

• external glass balustrade installations for windows: to prevent people from falling out of a building;
• on balconies and terraces, either inside or outside;
• around stairs and lifts;
• and to guide walkways and control pedestrian traffic flow in commercial glass balustrade projects.

There are regulations that provide information and details on typical designs that are commonly used. Guidance is usually given on heights, materials, and fixings. Pilkington UK works alongside leading glass balustrade suppliers to provide high-performance glazing options tailored to these structural requirements.