Overhead roof glazing panels from Twinfix

Twinfix produce a wide range of overhead roof glazing panels including the Multi-Link-Panel, the Multi-Link-Panel-NF, the Adaptaglaze Panel and the Easiglaze Panel

Multi-Link-Panel

The Multi-Link-Panel is an innovative, patented rooflight system that is incredibly quick to install and whose properties can help save on heating and lighting costs.

It consists of pre-assembled modular glazing panels, manufactured to size for each individual project. Each panel comprises aluminium structural glazing bars that are glazed with multiwall polycarbonate. Panels are available with 10mm, 16mm or 25mm polycarbonate glazing and can free-span up to four metres.

One of the major benefits of the Multi-Link-Panel relates to the speed at which it can be installed. This is achieved because of two factors: the pre-assembled nature of the panels which are delivered to site ready to be installed; and the unique 'fix and link' design of the bar system. These properties can result in saving two thirds of the time taken to install traditional glazing systems. This can save on labour costs and also drastically reduce any necessary factory/premises shutdown time required while work is carried out overhead. This reduction in installation time has made the use of these panels a very attractive option on many rail projects where there is limited possession time in which to carry out the work.

Use of these rooflights also offers building owners considerable environmental benefits in terms of their heat insulation properties and light transmission, helping to cut down on energy costs. And, once correctly installed, they will not leak or break, thus eliminating the need for future re-glazing requirements.

Multi-Link-Panel-NF

One of the major requirements for many educational establishments, leisure facilities, factories and railway stations, is for rooflights that conforms to the ACR[M]001:2000 - Test for Fragility of Roofing Assemblies, as required in the HSE (Health & Safety Executive) Document HSG33. The Twinfix Multi-Link-Panel NF modular rooflight system does just that.

The Advisory Committee for Roofwork, led by the Health & Safety Executive, undertook research that led to the development of the above test, which represents a human impact incident on a roof surface. The whole of an assembly has to be tested, and not just individual components. Twinfix have undertaken the required multiple drop tests onto the Multi-Link-Panel NF where it has achieved a 'B' rating.

'A' is the highest rating and is achieved by there being no significant damage to the whole assembly after multiple drops. The Twinfix 'B' classification is based on minimal damage from the multiple drops. A 'C' graded pass requires only one drop test with the impactor.

The Multi-Link-Panel NF combines a maintenance-free aluminium frame glazed with virtually unbreakable multiwall polycarbonate. It outperforms more traditional glazing systems in terms of cost, performance and long-term appearance.

Adaptaglaze Panel

Adaptaglaze panels consist of 10mm or 16mm multiwall polycarbonate glazing fitted into an aluminium frame.

Adaptaglaze panels enable you to replace individual panes or entire runs of failed, cracked glazing with multiwall polycarbonate, whilst retaining the existing glazing bars if they are in good condition. It is generally not possible to glaze multiwall polycarbonate in traditional glazing bars as there is insufficient edge engagement to hold the polycarbonate securely in place. The use of Adaptaglaze panels enables this to occur. You simply take off the capping bar, remove the glass, replace it with an Adaptaglaze panel and mechanically re-fix the capping bar.

By using Adaptaglaze panels, effective refurbishment of your roof glazing can become part of your ongoing maintenance programme, rather than a single, often prohibitive, capital cost.

Easiglaze Panel

Easiglaze roof glazing panels feature an ultra-low profile for the safe, quick and easy installation of multiwall polycarbonate. Installed from the side or from above, each panel is installed without sealants or gaskets. The built-in water management system ensures no leakage can occur.

Easiglaze panels have a pre-fitted integral underclad that helps provide a thermal barrier. The panels can be fitted onto several different types of roof configuration. They are self-supporting up to a span of two metres, and can be fitted where purlins are in place, or installed on top of wooden rafters.

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