SMART Vetro Guard – Structural Glass Balustrade System

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:

1. Required line load (0.74kN / 1.5kN / 3.0kN)
2. Balustrade height (typically 1100mm)
3. Glass thickness and interlayer type
4. Fixing method (top-mount channel / side-mount channel / bolt-through adaptor / roof bracket)
5. Handrail type (none / stainless steel / timber / LED option)
6. Finish requirements (brushed, mirror polished, PPC)
7. Drainage requirements where applicable
8. Any project-specific constraints or interface conditions