Product Details:
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Place of Origin: | China |
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Brand Name: | Glawall |
Certification: | SGS, ISO 9001,UL, CE |
Model Number: | 25mm style frameless 12mm single glass |
Payment & Shipping Terms:
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Minimum Order Quantity: | 10 square meters |
Price: | US$80.00 10 - 99 square meters |
Packaging Details: | wooden package |
Delivery Time: | 2-3 weeks |
Payment Terms: | L/C,D/A,D/P,T/T,Western Union |
Supply Ability: | 3000 square maters per month |
Detail Information |
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Material: | Aluminum Frame+glass Panel | Transparency: | Clear |
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Customizable: | Size, Accessories | Competitive Price: | Yes |
Glass Thickness: | 10mm, 12mm, 18mm Solid | Glass Type: | Strong Tempered Glass |
Frame Material: | Aluminum | Advantage: | Competitive Price, Good Service, High Professional, Quality Guarantee |
Product Description
When a full-height glass partition cannot be installed due to weak ceilings, high elevations, or structural limitations, a semi-glass partition wall (typically ~2.2m tall) is used. However, since the top lacks support, lateral stability becomes critical. Below are key solutions to ensure firmness and safety.
1. Structural Challenges of Semi-Glass Partitions
❌ No top support → Relies entirely on side anchors |
❌ Lateral instability → Risk of swaying or cracking |
❌ Glass stress concentration → Weak points at joints |
Solution: Reinforce with rigid framing, robust anchors, and cross-bracing. |
2. Key Installation Requirements
A. Wall Conditions | ✔ Left/right walls must be concrete or load-bearing masonry (no drywall or weak partitions). | |
✔ Minimum anchor depth: 80–100mm into concrete (use chemical anchors for strength). | ||
B. Framing Systems for Stability | Frame Type Advantages Best For | Aluminum Profiles Lightweight, corrosion-resistant Offices, modern designs |
Steel Keels Ultra-strong, weldable High-traffic/industrial areas | ||
Hybrid (Aluminum + Steel) Balances strength & aesthetics Luxury spaces | ||
C. Critical Reinforcement Methods | L-Shaped Corner Brackets | Added at glass-to-frame junctions to resist lateral forces. |
Material: Stainless steel or reinforced aluminum. | ||
Horizontal Steel Braces | Install a top rail (even if not ceiling-mounted) to link glass panels. | |
Example: A 6cm×3cm steel tube running along the partition’s top edge. | ||
Tempered Glass Thickness | Use 10–12mm toughened glass (minimizes flexing). | |
For longer spans, opt for laminated glass (2x6mm layers with PVB interlayer). |
3. Step-by-Step Installation
Step 1: Anchor Side Channels | Drill into concrete side walls and install vertical aluminum/steel profiles with M10+ anchors. |
Verify plumb alignment with a laser level. | |
Step 2: Assemble the Glass Panels | Insert glass into profiles with silicone cushioning to absorb vibrations. |
Secure with structural glazing tape or clamping plates. | |
Step 3: Reinforce Corners & Joints | Add L-brackets at all 90° connections (e.g., glass-to-frame, frame-to-wall). |
For frameless designs, use patch fittings with steel backplates. | |
Step 4: Optional Top Rail (Non-Structural) |
Attach a decorative aluminum cap to unify the appearance (does not bear load). |
Step 5: Test Stability |
Apply lateral pressure to check for deflection. |
Ensure glass doesn’t vibrate excessively when doors are shut. |
4. Pro Tips for Enhanced Stability
Buttress the base: Use a wider floor channel (e.g., 5cm vs. 3cm) for better load distribution.
Cross-bracing: For spans >3m, add a diagonal steel tie rod between side walls.
Anti-shatter film: Apply to glass as a safety backup.
5. When to Avoid Semi-Glass Partitions
✖ Seismic zones (lateral forces risk shattering glass).
✖ Corridor partitions (high foot traffic increases impact risk).
✖ Areas requiring STC 50+ acoustics (top gaps leak sound).
Conclusion
Semi-glass partitions demand over-engineered side supports to compensate for the missing top anchor. By combining steel/aluminum framing, L-brackets, and thick tempered glass, these systems can achieve both aesthetics and stability.
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