FASCO® Facade system
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FASCO®-Profile of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP): UV-resistant, low thermal expansion, low thermal conductivity, moisture resistance and high strength at low weight stands out for its building material. Two FASCO®-Profiles for face width 60 and 80 mm.
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Tested and approved silicone adhesive (SG - structural glazing) with experience in facade applications for over 40 years: excellent good elastic behaviour reduces internal stresses, insensitive to humidity and temperature fluctuations and UV light.
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Inside at least 8 mm glass thickness to meet the static load effect. Maximum window size of 3.5 m. Additional requirements for the glass thickness and type of glass by the building authorities must be observed.
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Stainless steel screws for lasting corrosion protection.
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Substructure in wood and timber materials according to EC5, reinforced concrete according to EC2, steel according to EC3 or aluminium according to EC9.
FASCO®-Profile of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP): UV-resistant, low thermal expansion, low thermal conductivity, moisture resistance and high strength at low weight stands out for its building material. Two FASCO®-Profiles for face width 60 and 80 mm.
Tested and approved silicone adhesive (SG - structural glazing) with experience in facade applications for over 40 years: excellent good elastic behaviour reduces internal stresses, insensitive to humidity and temperature fluctuations and UV light.
Inside at least 8 mm glass thickness to meet the static load effect. Maximum window size of 3.5 m. Additional requirements for the glass thickness and type of glass by the building authorities must be observed.
Stainless steel screws for lasting corrosion protection.
Substructure in wood and timber materials according to EC5, reinforced concrete according to EC2, steel according to EC3 or aluminium according to EC9.
Two possible applications with FASCO®:
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Non-load bearing fixed glazing without restriction of the glass dimension for 60 mm visible width of stud.
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Load-bearing structural glazing for building reinforcement with an 80 mm width of the stud.
(According to the KNAPP® manual, certification pending from the German Construction Institute.
Window and door openings can be integrated flush with the façade.
The high-quality gluing between glass and FASCO®-Profile by certified and authorized personnel is essential.
Requirements for buildings and geometry of the HGV element – FASCO® profile (load-bearing)
The following points are based on the KNAPP® manual, which is published by Holzforschung Austria. It is for the use of wood-glass composite elements with a structural-bearing function. Non-bearing fixed glazing is not subject to any of these requirements!
- Floor height of fixed glazing.
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Max. two floors can be reinforced with the structural glazing.
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Different formats of the glass elements are permitted; the narrowest and widest glass elements are dimensioned.
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Maximum length of the glass edge of the glass element is: 3.5 m
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Minimum length of the shorter glass edge of the glass element: 1.0 m
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Ratio length to height of the element: L: H = (1:1) to (2:1)
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Bonding with tested 2K-silicones (SSG)
Glass panes – FASCO® profile (load-bearing)
- Float glass, TVG or VSG according to building requirements.
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2- or 3-pane insulating glass with supporting edge joint must be made according to EN 13022-1.
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The fall protection (emergency stop) must be carried out by means of mechanical brackets (in accordance with building regulations).
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The load transfer of the glass weight is carried by a mechanical bracket that is installed under the glass pane center.
Features and advantages:
Our profiles made of glass-fiber-reinforced plastic meet highest architectural and engineering demands through a statically load-bearing glazing. Large, up to two stories, glass façades can be done without any additional reinforcement.
- The slim look of the post provides architecturally sophisticated structures.
- The efficient assembly reduces the installation time by approx. 20% in comparison to common solutions.
- No reinforcement necessary – replaces wind or steel structures.
- The inner pane of the insulating glass takes over the building reinforcement.
- Low thermal conductivity by using glass-fiber-reinforced plastic instead of aluminum.
- Scientifically proven performance (2001-2008)
- Silicone weather joints allow even façade surfaces.
- Pending building certification.
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