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Expert design and technical advice for your bespoke frameless structural glass project

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With over two decades of experience in frameless structural glass Ion Glass have been involved in a wide range of projects from high profile heritage, public and ecclesiastical glass installations to bespoke structural glass for commercial properties, schools or domestic homes.

Each Ion Glass project is unique, achieving both fully frameless and minimally framed results. Where a standard component won’t do, Ion will design, manufacture or individually commission bespoke fixtures and fittings, along with glass manifestations, handles and any other specific requirements.

Ion’s expertise can be commissioned from the very early stages of the project – an invaluable level of support, especially for more challenging briefs.

The earlier a structural glass specialist is involved in your project, the easier it is to identify design, interface and installation issues before they become costly to resolve. Loading, lateral stability, glass specification, supporting structures, tolerances, interfaces and appropriate fixings all need to be considered together, not worked out in isolation once concept drawings are already fixed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Depending on the needs of your project Ion Glass offer a full design and drawing service for projects still taking shape or a technical consultancy service for clients who already have a concept and need specialist structural glass review.

Commissioning Ion’s design service

Where a project is still at concept stage, Ion Glass can prepare the full suite of drawings needed to take it from idea to manufacture.  Working with you to meet whatever requirements are appropriate, the service can include:

  • Visualisation drawings to develop and communicate the design concept
  • Technical structural glass detail drawings
  • Full design drawings for specification and manufacture
  • Glass, fixing, and support/interface details

Technical consultancy service

If you already have a concept and need specialist structural glass advice rather than a full design service, our consultants can review the proposal, identify technical or practical concerns and recommend appropriate amendments. With a wealth of experience Ion’s team can work alongside the project architect, structural engineer and other specialists to achieve a result that meets all requirements, including full compliance and regulatory consents.

Ion’s technical consultancy service covers:

  • Meeting attendance, online or on-site
  • Review of your project brief and drawings
  • Structural loading and performance assessment
  • Structural calculations
  • Building regulation compliance review
  • Technical drawings and formal reports

Why bring Ion Glass in at the design stage:

  • Design and interface issues get resolved and agreed before production
  • Structural calculations and compliance review give your team confidence to proceed
  • One point of technical contact from concept through to specification
  • Full technical drawings and reports your building control and project team can rely on

The fee is credited back if Ion Glass delivers the final project

Expertise That Delivers the Exceptional

Whether you’re developing an early concept or need specialist review of an existing one, Ion Glass will bring precision, engineering rigour and decades of structural glass experience to every project.

Contact Ion Glass via their website, www.ionglass.co.uk; email info@ionglass.co.uk or call 0345 658 9988 and discuss your project requirements with one of Ion’s technical experts.

Ion Glass – the ‘One Stop Shop’ for frameless structural glass

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Ion Glass, who specialize in high quality, fully bespoke frameless structural glass offer a range of additional services to meet the needs of property owners and managers with glass installations.

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Repairs and upgrades to existing installations (even those installed by others)

From time to time even the most robust structural glass installation can be subject to damage or wear and tear and sometimes the original install might not have been aligned to Ion Glass’ high standards of quality.   In the event of damage or other issues with a glass installation Ion will evaluate the problem, provide a detailed report and undertake whatever remedial work is necessary.

If a repair is not possible Ion will remove and replace the existing installation, ensuring the new install meets current regulations.  This option is particularly important in areas where structural glass was installed prior to changes in building regulations, or if the installation would benefit from an upgrade – automating an existing door for instance.

Insurance Surveys

As experts in structural glass we offer an independent assessment service for insurance purposes. In the event of unexpected damage to your glass installation one of Ion’s experienced consultants can inspect the glass and provide detailed advice and recommendations, including the likely cause of the damage and a full written report.

Servicing of your glass installation

Ion also provides a service facility for new and existing clients, offering a comprehensive and fully bespoke service to help avoid costly or even hazardous issues with their structural glass.  Service and preventative maintenance has been regularly shown to be beneficial and ultimately cost effective.

Concept to completion

Ion Glass remains the best possible ‘one stop’ shop for bespoke frameless structural glass installations across a wide range of commercial, domestic and heritage buildings.

They offer a comprehensive design service, technical expertise, bespoke glass manufacture, bespoke fixtures, fittings and framing as necessary and installation by their own fully trained and experienced teams.

Ion Glass has an extensive client list that includes the National Trust, Durham Castle, Canterbury Cathedral, Tate Britain and other renowned buildings around the UK as well as individual homes, churches, schools and commercial buildings.

For more information visit www.ionglass.co.uk,  book a call to discuss your project, call 0345 658 9988 or email  info@ionglass.co.uk

Frameless structural glass

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What sets frameless structural glass apart from cheaper framed alternatives?

The fully frameless, or minimally framed structural glass installations  from Ion Glass are designed for clients who prefer to avoid visually intrusive metal or wooden framework wherever possible.  Deceptively simple, their frameless product is wholly bespoke and cannot be compared with an off the shelf product.

Glass fins and beams

Ion design and engineer glass fins and beams to provide a fully robust alternative to a supportive metal or wooden framework.

Frameless Glass Links

All Ion Glass links are individually designed to meet very specific needs.

Their glass is generally set into discreet channels to avoid impact on the walls of your building (especially important with heritage or listed properties) and also to avoid the need for footings.

Single glazed for a weatherproof glass link or double-glazed to create a space that meets all building requirements as an integral element of the building.

Frameless glass  balustrades

Ion’s bespoke frameless internal or external balustrades allow you to focus on the view, or the architecture of the building without the use of intrusive handrails or posts.   They use single or double bolt fixings, a clamp plate system or channel set glass to achieve spectacular results.

The  glass itself meets all structural requirements and building regulations, so typically is toughened and laminated to ensure it is completely safe under all circumstances.

Frameless Glass Screens and Partitions

Glass screens and partitions are perfect for dividing spaces and creating meeting rooms. Use of frameless glass maintains the original aesthetic of the building and ensures maximum flow of light, uninterrupted by clunky framework.

Frameless glass doors fitted into Ion’s screens are fixed with discreet but secure  hinges and can be securely locked and alarmed if necessary.

Why is frameless structural glass more expensive?

As with any fully bespoke product, there is a cost differential – Ion Glass offer a premium product that should not be compared with off-the-shelf or framed installations.

  • The structure of your installation is created by the glass itself
  • The glass will necessarily be of higher specification to meet all safety and loading requirements, building regulations and structural integrity.
  • There is likely to be an enhanced design and installation cost
  • The fittings used are often custom made – they may not even be visible when the job is complete but they will meet the precise needs of your installation.

But for a unique and very special result ‘going frameless’ is the optimum choice.

Fully experienced in the use of frameless structural glass as a building material, the expert team at Ion Glass provide a full design and installation service for a fully compliant result.  We will take a design from concept to completion, managing the installation logistics as appropriate.

For more information on Ion’s solutions in frameless glass linkways, bespoke glass doors, frameless porches, internal or external balustrades (curved or straight),  glass screens or other architectural glass installations call 0345 658 9988,  email info@ionglass.co.uk or make an immediate appointment to speak to one of our experts.

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