Glass mullion systems allow the ultimate in transparency. Glass mullions or "fins" are used to transfer wind loading to the structure. Structures of this type are usually suspended from the structure above, with the glass panels fastened to the mullions by high quality fittings.
This means the weight of both the panels and the mullions is carried by the connection at the head of each fin, enabling the construction of extremely high facades, that don't exert large in-plane loads on the glazing panels.
In places of high seismic activity propensity, it is mandatory that glass mullion projects are suspended in this way.
The latest development in fin systems is composite glass - mullions made from laminated glass giving the designer increased creative options.
Utilising laminated glass mullions delivers enhanced structural durability, affording design solutions for ever more demanding markets and applications, makes vertical and horizontal applications achievable and provides the opportunity to reduce mullion depth along with the need for lateral bracing.