Two possible applications with FASCO®:

• Non-load bearing fixed glazing without restriction of the glass dimension for 60 mm visible width of stud.

• Load-bearing structural glazing for building reinforcement with an 80 mm width of the stud.
  (According to the KNAPP® manual, certification pending from the German Construction Institute.

Window and door openings can be integrated flush with the façade.
The high-quality gluing between glass and FASCO®-Profile by certified and authorized personnel is essential.

Requirements for buildings and geometry of the HGV element – FASCO® profile (load-bearing)

The following points are based on the KNAPP® manual, which is published by Holzforschung Austria. It is for the use of wood-glass composite elements with a structural-bearing function. Non-bearing fixed glazing is not subject to any of these requirements!

• Floor height of fixed glazing.

• Max. two floors can be reinforced with the structural glazing.

• Different formats of the glass elements are permitted; the narrowest and widest glass elements are dimensioned.

• Maximum length of the glass edge of the glass element is: 3.5 m

• Minimum length of the shorter glass edge of the glass element: 1.0 m

• Ratio length to height of the element: L: H = (1:1) to (2:1)

• Bonding with tested 2K-silicones (SSG)

Glass panes – FASCO® profile (load-bearing)

• Float glass, TVG or VSG according to building requirements.

• 2- or 3-pane insulating glass with supporting edge joint must be made according to EN 13022-1.

• The fall protection (emergency stop) must be carried out by means of mechanical brackets (in accordance with building regulations).

• The load transfer of the glass weight is carried by a mechanical bracket that is installed under the glass pane center.

Features and advantages:

Our profiles made of glass-fiber-reinforced plastic meet highest architectural and engineering demands through a statically load-bearing glazing. Large, up to two stories, glass façades can be done without any additional reinforcement.

• The slim look of the post provides architecturally sophisticated structures.
• The efficient assembly reduces the installation time by approx. 20% in comparison to common solutions.
• No reinforcement necessary – replaces wind or steel structures.
• The inner pane of the insulating glass takes over the building reinforcement.
• Low thermal conductivity by using glass-fiber-reinforced plastic instead of aluminum.
• Scientifically proven performance (2001-2008)
• Silicone weather joints allow even façade surfaces.
• Pending building certification.

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