Frameless Glass Balustrades: What are the Options?

Since the change in balustrade regulations in 2016, all glass balustrades must feature either an interlinking top rail or laminated safety glass to comply with NZS4223.3.2016. It is about providing backup protection from falling in the (highly unlikely) event of glass panels breaking.

Choices available are:

Interlinking Rail: Juralco have designed an interlinking rail system with a slim profile which is as inconspicuous as possible. Powder coated in a colour matching the balustrade fixings also helps the top rail to blend in with the overall finish. Matching jointers and connectors are included in the suite for easier fastening of the rail ends to a structure or balustrade post.
Laminated Glass: This option combines toughened laminated glass (two panes of glass bonded with an EVA layer), with glass support clamps or posts (with glass siliconed in), between each panel. If the glass breaks, the EVA layer keeps it intact, whilst the clamps or posts stop the barrier from falling over, binding the broken pane to adjoining panes, the building or the post.
Sentry Laminated Glass: This is popular for a completely frameless glass balustrade finish with no top rail required. Two glass panels are laminated with a SentryGlas interlayer, which is a structural and stiff layer that preserves the glass barrier if both panes of glass break. However, this is a premium product and cost is the reason this hasn’t been a widespread solution up until now.

Increasing demand for frameless balustrades (without top rails), means Juralco are continually updating their range to include more laminated glass options. Edgetec Infinity balustrade with SentryGlas has proven very popular in areas known for their panoramic views such as Taupo and Queenstown. Now the Edgetec Double Disc Anchor balustrade has been revised to include both laminated glass and Sentry laminated options, broadening the range that customers can choose from.

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Edgetec Double Disc Anchor Balustrade

Juralco Aluminium

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The Edgetec® Double Disc Anchor is a traditional 50mm diameter anchor fixing available in powder-coated aluminium and polished or satin stainless steel finishes.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Edgetec Double Disc Anchor balustrade is suitable for deck and balcony barriers, pool fencing, internal stairways or landings and can be fixed to timber (including waterproof decks), concrete, and steel.

Suitable for:

Residential and Domestic Occupancy types A, A Other, and C3
Commercial Occupancy types B, E, and C3

A hidden fixing detail is standard for Double Disc Anchor fixings.

The Edgetec Double Disc Anchor balustrade system has been engineered and tested by independent engineers to comply with NZ standards AS/NZS1170 and NZS4223.3.2016, New Zealand Building Code B1, B2, F2, F4, F9 and section 162C of the Building Act (pool fencing regulations)
Edgetec Double Disc Anchor balustrade is suitable for Residential and Domestic Occupancy types A, A Other, and C3
Edgetec Double Disc Anchor balustrade is suitable for Commercial Occupancy types B, E, and C3

Edgetec Infinity Balustrade

Juralco Aluminium

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Juralco's Infinity® Frameless Glass Balustrade System is a cantilevered, channel balustrade system that utilises proprietary clamps for installation of toughened safety glass or Sentry Laminated glass panels.

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Edgetec Infinity® Balustrade is suitable for use on timber, concrete or steel and can be finished in a range of Dulux powder coat colours.

Complies with NZS1170, NZS4223.3.2016, NZBC Clause F9 & 162C of the Building Act (pool safety legislation)

Designed and manufactured in New Zealand, the Edgetec Infinity balustrade system has been engineered and tested by independent engineers to comply with NZ standards AS/NZS1170 and NZS4223.3.2016, New Zealand Building Code B1, B2 and F4, NZBC Clause F9 & 162C of the Building Act (pool safety legislation)
Edgetec Infinity balustrade is suitable for Occupancy A, B, E C3 Residential and C3 Commercial
Residential balustrade installations up to 1200mm high, using 12mm thick glass, are achieved with 500mm clamp centres and Commercial B, E and C3 applications up to 1300mm high, 15mm thick glass requires 400mm clamp centres
Any deviation from standard fabrication or installation must be accompanied by a site specific PS1, with site specific calculations and drawings
An interlinking top rail has been incorporated into the Edgetec range to comply with new 2016 balustrade regulations — NZS4223.3.2016

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