FRAMING SYSTEMS GENERAL INFORMATION

Pocket Glazed Framing 

102x46mm sections having an open backed main frame/mullion/transom section and clip in plate.  Available with double glazed products only.  Sections are non thermal, suitable for most applications up to approximately 4 metres high although guidance should be sought on suitability.  Please note this system is externally beaded only and should not be internally glazed.

The system has no weathering and any water is designed to run down the mullions, therefore the use of a sub-cill is recommended.

Nib and Bead Framing

 A 102x45mm box section system using applied beads and available on single glazed products opr a combination of single and double glazed. Sections are non thermal, suitable for most applications up to approximately 4 metres high although guidance should be sought on suitability.  The system can be either internally or externally beaded but generally supplied as internal.  Please note that for shopfronts or frames with large panes of glass, consideration should be given to whether they can be easily glazed from inside in which case nib and bead framing should be externally beaded.  

The system has no weathering and all joints should be sealed prior to glazing and an additional silicone line can also be applied to the beads. 

Curtain Wall Framing

 A 100x50mm thermally broken, pressure equalised system with weather rating suitable for high rise applications or where a stronger certified, thermal break/weathered system is required.  A variety of mullion sections is available to suit the application. 

The system comprises a main mullion section to which the glass is applied.  Glass is held in place by a plastic pressure plate which as well as acting as the thermal break, also secures the glass in position.  A final external capping is clipped into place externally to complete the installation and external appearance. 

The system is fully weatherproof and tested, suitable for most applications whether low rise or spanning several floors.  The use of a sub-cill is recommended.