The QUASPE balustrade system consists of aluminium profiles, system connectors and a steel anchor plate (galvanized), which ensures adequate load-bearing capacity and safety of use. The vertical supporting element is an aluminium post with dimensions of 60 × 35 mm. The type of infill is selected depending on the intended effect and may be: glass, composite board or HPL, which is installed in horizontal “J” or “H” profiles. The balustrade is topped with a 90 mm wide handrail – constituting the basis for supporting any sliding or slide-and-turn enclosure. Some of the possible configurations of aluminium and glass balustrades are presented in the catalogue – download tab.
All aluminium profiles are powder-coated in any colour from the RAL palette, giving the balustrade an aesthetic and modern look. Balustrade elements are connected using system connectors, which makes the installation process quick, easy and “clean”. The developed instructions allow for the prefabrication of all elements without the need to cut profiles on the site, reducing installation time to a minimum.
A great advantage of our system, which distinguishes us from the competition, is the ability to use a fascia panel covering the face of the balcony slab, the height of which can be adjusted to the required size. The optional use of a drip cap also allows for an aesthetic finish to the bottom of the balustrade, while allowing water to fall freely beyond its face.
Safe use
At QUASPE, we make sure that each product we offer complies with applicable standards and regulations. We approach each order individually, making calculations that determine the mounting details, such as: spacing of posts. We take into account not only the loads resulting from the loads imposed by users, but also the forces of nature such as wind. We make sure that, in accordance with the technical conditions that buildings and their location should meet, we maintain the required balustrade heights and do not exceed the maximum clearances between the infill elements.
Information on the technical conditions that balustrades must meet:
The balustrade structure consists of aluminium profiles, and available solutions can be found in the catalogue. It is also possible to design and produce profiles tailored to individual customer needs.
Post – a versatile solution regardless of the chosen installation method. Massive and designed in such a way that it is resistant to the forces in critical places.
Handrail – the upper, flat surface of the handrail allows for the installation of fixed, sliding or slide-and-turn enclosures.
"H" / "J" profile – lower profiles in which the infill is placed. Used alternately depending on the selected solution. "J" profile – closing, or "H" profile when there is more than 1 infill in the balustrade solution, e.g. glass + fascia panel.
All aluminium profiles are powder-coated in any colour from the RAL palette. Thanks to their resistance to changing weather conditions and mechanical damage, they retain their appearance for a very long time. Aluminium and glass balustrades are one of the leading products in our offer.
Glass – the most popular infill. It can be used both as the upper infill and as the lower fascia panel masking the front of the balcony slab. Laminated VSG 44.2 glass is most commonly used in balustrades. A wide range of colours and the option to choose transparency make selection easy and make it universally applicable.
Composite panel – consists of two outer layers of aluminium and an inner core forming the infill layer. The material has excellent mechanical properties, high impact resistance, increased stiffness and reduced weight. The range of colours offered by manufacturers of this material and its opacity make it a popular solution for fascia panels masking the front of the balcony slab.
HPL – a layered thermosetting material. It is made of several or a dozen or so layers of paper which, after being impregnated with phenolic resin, are pressed under high pressure and temperature. This process produces compact HPL panels and thin HPL laminates. For balustrades, it is essential to select a panel intended for outdoor use.
Two variants of installation of QUASPE aluminium balustrades are standardly available. You can choose from face mounting or top mounting to the balcony or terrace slab. The first solution is more common due to the lack of interference with the waterproofing layer. Mounting to the front is done using an anchor plate fixed with system anchors. The anchor plate can be covered with the facade at a later stage or, as is the case with balcony slabs using “isokorb” type thermal connectors, remain visible. By face mounting, we do not lose space on the balcony as would be the case with mounting from the top. We can cover the front of the balcony slab using fascia panels made of, among others, glass, composite panels or HPL. A major advantage of our solution is the standard availability of various sizes of anchor plates attached to the front.
