Movable glass roof
Features and components
- Laminated or tempered glass panels with high resistance to impact and weather conditions
- Rail and roller system for sliding, folding, rotating or opening movement
- Aluminum, steel or stainless steel support frame with weight and wind and snow pressure
- Sealing and drainage system to prevent rainwater penetration
- Manual or automatic opening and closing mechanism with remote control or wall button
Types of mechanisms
- Sliding Roof: Parallel movement of panels on rails
- Folding/Concertina Roof: Accordion-like folding of panels
- Rotating Roof: Rotation of panels around an axis
- Opening Roof: Full opening of panels for ventilation and open space
Applications
- Terrace, balcony, patio and backyard covering
- Restaurants, cafes and open or closed living spaces
- Indoor pools and greenhouses
- Building entrances, lobbies and roof gardens
Advantages
- Space flexibility and conversion of closed to open space and vice versa
- Sunlight control and natural ventilation
- Protection against atmospheric factors such as rain, snow and wind
- Increase visual beauty and property value
Important considerations
- Precise engineering design to withstand weight, wind and snow pressure
- Quality of materials and moving system for durability and safety
- Proper sealing and insulation to prevent energy loss
- Quality of motor and control system in automatic roofs
- Higher cost than fixed roofs
Hasco Holding’s movable glass roof, a modern solution for utilizing natural light and air and creating attractive spaces in contemporary architecture.
