Contemporary British Architecture Drives Glass Fixings Demand

Stylish 21st century architecture which incorporates increasingly innovative glazing features has enabled the UK division of hardware manufacturer SFS intec to establish itself as the group's pioneer of precision engineered glass fixings.

Such is the demand for structurally reliable, high performance fixing methods in the UK that SFS intec's Leeds based team is leading the Swiss company's diversification from its established base as a manufacturer of components including industrial and construction fasteners. The variety of projects in which SFS intec's glass fixings have been used is greater in the UK than anywhere else in the world.

Since it launched its range of fixings for glass in 2005, SFS intec has helped a number of architects, glazing contractors and metal fabricators complete stylish exterior and interior features using glass and composite panels.

The product range provides an 'off the shelf' solution for architectural glazing saving the time and expense of producing bespoke fixings. It includes single point, flush and bevel point fixings which combine with a wide range of spider fixings plus special solutions for balustrades and glass canopies.

Glen Wainwright, who heads SFS intec's UK glass fixings team says, ‘Sales of our glass fixings in the UK are particularly strong which suggests structural glazing has become a significant feature of our architecture. Our aim is to continue to offer a range of reliable fastening systems which allows architects to bring their glazing designs to life, delivering the desired visual appeal.’

The SFS intec glass fixings range is detailed in a series of technical brochures. To obtain copies, download at http://www.sfsintec.biz/uk or telephone 0113 208 5500.