Solaglide Retractable Glass Roof

SolaGlide sliding glass roofs maintain indoor/outdoor comfort conditions. They eliminate the current inflexibility of a building’s roof to fully open up to natural light and ventilation. Cost comparable to traditional roof constructions, SolaGlide removes the constraints of these constructions by enabling up to 75% of the roof to open up at the press of a button.

Discretely built into the ridge profiling and main mullions, the self-lubricating motor drive and glazing transport systems are protected from the elements, avoiding the need for regular maintenance. Steel reinforced polypropylene drive belts, discretely built into the main mullions, ensure even travel of the sliding glazing.

The Automatic Expansion Compensation System adjusts the drive belt tension to allow for thermal expansion arising from seasonal temperature changes. Glazing panels are independently driven from both sides to ensure problem free travel and maintain balanced loadings (on the glazing and frames). Integrated single-phase tubular or external three-phase motor options available.

Thermally broken main mullions eliminate cold bridges and condensation, maintaining 1.99 W/m²K overall U value. Maximum 32 mm thickness double glazed units, accommodating glass with up to 1.1 W/m²K. Handheld remote control, push and hold hard wired or building automation system operation options. Snap-on profiles simplify repairs or replacement in the event of vandal damage.

Features and benefits:

• Discrete slimline profiles.
• Easy to retrofit into virtually any roof.
• Up to 12.5 m span single pitched.
• Up to 25 m span double pitched.
• Unlimited widths with coupled bays.
• 50%, 66% or 75% opening options.
• Opening up to the ridge or down to the eaves.
• Double glazing units up to 32 mm.
• Factory or site fitted glazing.
• Overall 1.99 W/m²K U-Value.
• 100% waterproof and draught-free when closed.
• Thermally broken mullions for good thermal insulation.
• Solar shading and insect screen options available.
• Unaffected by snow, wind or debris.
• Capitalise on natural day lighting.
• Guarantee all year round use of outdoor space.
• Indoor comfort, outdoor experience.
• Fast commercial return on investment.
• Maximum fresh air ventilation.
• UV protection and temperature and humidity control.
• Maintenance-free motorised drive and glazing transport.