SPIDER GLAZING is a complete system for bolted glass structures. The complete package includes the glass, fixings, fasteners and SPIDER brackets for connection to the framework or structure.
The high-grade stainless steel fixings are designed to absorb all static and dynamic loads (i.e. the dead weight of the glass, wind loading, snow loads and differential expansion due to temperature difference) and distribute them to the support structure.
Intermediate elements which are inserted between the bolt and the glass ensure uniform transmission of stresses whilst avoiding local stresses & a watertight facade.
Spider Glazing
Spider Glazing
Design principles
- The size of the supporting structure must be adequate to take the weight of the glass and the wind load conditions so it does not put any strain on the glass itself.
- The glass needs to withstand the wind loads and imposed dead loads.
- There must be a gap between the two panes of glass to avoid transmitting stresses and to allow space for the mastic weather seal.
- Various types of support structures are possible.