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Summary
A range of structural glass balustrade systems.
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Application
- Suitable for staircases, balconies, terraces, atria, voids, mezzanines and access ramps
- Approved for both internal and external environments
- Suitable for commercial, residential, hospitality, leisure and educational buildings
- Ideal for projects requiring a minimal, contemporary aesthetic
- Available as supply-only or supply and installation
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Description
The SMART Vetro Guard Structural Glass Balustrade system is a high-performance structural/frameless glass guarding system designed for applications requiring a clean, modern and fully transparent appearance. The system is engineered using toughened or toughened and laminated safety glass supported by either top-mounted or side-mounted aluminium channels, bolt-through stainless steel adaptors, or a specialist insulated roof bracket system.
Suitable for internal or external use, the balustrade is designed in accordance with BS 6180 and achieves line loadings of 0.74kN, 1.5kN and 3.0kN depending on configuration. The system provides uninterrupted sightlines, excellent rigidity and long-term durability with minimal maintenance.
Variants include base-shoe channels in various profiles, point-fixed structural glass, with tubular stainless steel or timber handrails. Multiple glass thicknesses, finishes and fixing types are available, allowing the balustrade to be tailored to a wide range of commercial and residential applications.
Features
- Top-mounted or side-mounted structural glazing channels
- Bolt-through stainless steel adaptor fixing options
- Insulated roof bracket system for warm-roof applications
- Toughened laminated glass panels (15mm–31.5mm)
- Options for Sentry (structural) interlayers
- Optional stainless steel or timber handrails, which can sit on top of the glass or be bolted through
- Pre-manufactured components for consistent quality
- Compatible with LED handrail options (SMART Vivo Glow)
Benefits
- Clean, minimal appearance with fully unobstructed views
- Compliant with BS 6180 for guarding and fall protection
- Supports 0.74kN, 1.5kN and 3.0kN line loads
- Rapid installation with no hot works required
- Suitable for new builds and modernisation projects
- Customisable to suit architectural intent
- Factory-controlled fabrication ensures accuracy and quality
- Long-term corrosion resistance and low maintenance requirements
Performance
- Loadings: designed to 0.74kN, 1.5kN and 3.0kN line load categories
- Compliance: BS 6180 (Barriers in and about buildings)
- Glass: EN 12150 (toughened), EN 14449 (laminated)
- Stainless steel: EN 10088 (Grade 304/316)
- Deflection: in accordance with BS EN 1991 and BS EN 1993
- Durability: expected service life 25–60 years depending on environment
- Corrosion resistance: suitable for standard, coastal and roof-level exposure (with 316 options)
How to specify
Include the following information when specifying this system:
- Required line load (0.74kN / 1.5kN / 3.0kN)
- Balustrade height (typically 1100mm)
- Glass thickness and interlayer type
- Fixing method (top-mount channel / side-mount channel / bolt-through adaptor / roof bracket)
- Handrail type (none / stainless steel / timber / LED option)
- Finish requirements (brushed, mirror polished, PPC)
- Drainage requirements where applicable
- Any project-specific constraints or interface conditions
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Product certifications
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Color
Clear, Bronze, Grey, White, Black
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Finish
Anodized, Powder-coated, Brushed, Mirrored, Matt, Gloss
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Material
Glass, Aluminium, Stainless steel, Timber
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Shape
Rectangle, Square
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Length
Bespoke
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Width
Bespoke
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Height
Bespoke
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Warranty description
One year
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SKU Code
SMART-VETRO-STRUCTURAL
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Specification
Classification data
System performance
Loading requirements: 0.74 kN (17.5 mm glass) horizontal line load measured at 1100 mm above FFL with less than 25 mm deflection. 1.5 kN (21.5 mm glass) horizontal line load measured at 1100 mm above FFL with less than 25 mm deflection. 3.0 kN (25.5 mm sentry glass) horizontal line load measured at 1100 mm above FFL with less than 25 mm deflection.
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Infills
17.5 mm toughened laminated glass to EN 12150 with flat polished edges and dubbed corners., 21.5 mm toughened laminated glass to EN 12150 with flat polished edges and dubbed corners., 25.5 mm toughened laminated glass to EN 12150 with flat polished edges and dubbed corners.
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Rails
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Handrails
Timber, 42 mm diameter., Stainless steel, 42 mm diameter., Timber, 48 mm diameter., Stainless steel, 48 mm diameter.
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Fixing to parent structure
Mechanical anchor., Chemical anchor., Bolt through., Drill and tap.
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Additional properties
Fixing
Glass: Adjustable wedge system to continuous track.
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Base channel
U profile anodized aluminium extruded base track.
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Glass colour
Clear.
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Sustainability data
Contains Red List materials
No
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Country of material origin
United Kingdom
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Country of product manufacture
United Kingdom
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Manufacturing plant location
Burntwood, UK
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Material
Glass, Aluminium, Stainless steel, Timber
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Carbon dioxide equivalent
Normalized unit
(kg CO₂ eq/kg) A1–A3 ('Production stage') :
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Declared unit
Self-declared
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No product-specific EPD available. Materials typically align with industry-average values for glass, stainless steel and aluminium.
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Recyclability
All materials are widely recycled
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Recycled content
30 %
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Expected Life
60 year
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