Systemised Wall cladding

Structures or walls normally have differing amounts of expansion compared to the glass in front of them. Point-fixings must therefore be able to freely, and without stress transfer, accommodate temperature and load conditions.

With its patented LITE-POINT solution, this system ensures a functional connection method whilst accommodating the principle of fixed and loose point fixing.

1. System description

1.1 Construction

LITE-POINT System components comprise support brackets, vertical angled profiles and horizontal rail profiles as well as support points for fixed and loose fixings and include all necessary accessories such as washers and screws.

The depth of the construction is determined by the thickness of the insulation and necessary ventilation pocket. Dimensions can be seen in the system section.

Exterior and interior corners as well as recesses have suitable system connectors available.

The anchors for connection of brackets to the wall are not part of the LITE-POINT system.

To determine the ideal thermal insulation material visit the ISOVER website [>]. A general recommendation can be downloaded here on the right side of the page.

1.2 Glass

Technical regulations require LITE-POINT to use of Fully Tempered, HST glass in thicknesses of 8 or 10 mm, which has a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12 system connection holes.

The following glass types are available for a correct application of the technical guidelines:
[>] EMALIT-H
[>] EMALIT-H BIOCLEAN
[>] SERALIT LITEX-H
[>] SERALIT LITEX-H BIOCLEAN
[>] SECURIT-H from MASTER- or DECORGLASS

2. Dimensions

Generally the glass dimensions will be determined from the wind loads (positive and negative) as well as the number of point fixings. From experience we recommend restricting the maximum dimension to 1800 x 2400 mm. The following practical dimensions as orientation:

Number of fixings	Dimensions
4	1200 x 1200 mm
6	1200 x 1800 mm
8	1200 x 2400 mm
9	1800 x 1800 mm
12	1800 x 2400 mm

We are able to offer structural analyses for specific applications.

3. Application notes

With respect to the fact that LITE-POINT is a structural glass application, it is always necessary to carry out a structural analysis.

The necessary structural analysis for glass and support structure is the responsibility of the customer. The following company is recommended for Austria: Büro H+W Ziviltechniker GmbH and Büro GSK for Germany. For all other countries please contact your local representative.

3.1 Design notes

Detailed drawings for all LITE-POINT system components can be downloaded at the range of LITE-POINT fittings here.

Each glass fixing hole must be designed with the vertical Aluminium carrier profile (LP 1013) behind it. Taking eventual expansion into consideration, the length of this profile should not exceed 3 m.

Each glass fixing hole must be designed with a system anchor bracket behind it to act as support.

A suitable wall anchor (by others) is to be determined from the type of wall. We recommend pull-out tests to be carried out depending on the situation.

Please read the installation notes which can be found here on the right.

3.2 Certification

LITE-POINT has test reports covering wind load resistance. Positive results have been obtained for glass sizes of 2,4 x 1,2 m at negative wind loads up to 4 KN/m².

[PDF] Handbook Tolerances
[PDF] General Glazing Guidelines
[PDF] General cleaning guidelines
[PDF] Cleaning and maintenance notes BIOCLEAN

4. Marking

SERALIT LITEX-H is marked in accordance with current technology.

DEVIATION FROM STANDARD MARKING OR STAMP LOCATION ARE TO BE AGREED AND GIVEN AT ORDER STAGE.

4.1 Visible Quality Stamp

Each sheet of glass receives a quality stamp (indicator paint) in the corner of its leading edge. This patented indicator paint proves that the glass has gone through the HST process. Before the Heat-Soak-Test each glass edge receives a dash of special blue paint which under the test conditions – minimum of four hours heat-soaking at approx. 280 °C – turns beige-brown. This proves that the marked unit has really undergone the test. This facilitates a loophole-free control of every sheet of glass even prior to installation in the facade.

In accordance with EN 14179, all EMALIT-H glass is visibly and permanently marked.

In accordance with EN 14179 all Fully Tempered-HST glass is visibly and permanently marked.