Guillotine glass uses 8–10 mm tempered single glass or 4+12+4 insulated glass; the bottom rail has a 24 mm inner gap, so thickness can vary on request. Tables cover profile wall thickness, which glass suits which use and the maximum size.
Short answer
Our guillotine glass systems use two glazing options: 8–10 mm tempered single glass, or 4+12+4 insulated glass (two 4 mm panes with a 12 mm cavity). The bottom rail that carries the glass has a 24 mm inner gap, so the glass thickness can be changed on request. As an authorised Albert Genau manufacturing dealer, SkyArt Group manufactures and installs the system itself.
Thicknesses in a guillotine system
| Part | Dimension |
|---|---|
| Tempered single glass | 8–10 mm |
| Insulated glass | 4+12+4 (20 mm in total) |
| Bottom rail inner gap | 24 mm |
| Aluminium profile wall thickness | 2 mm |
| Lifting belt | 3 × 25 mm, cable-reinforced |
| Number of panels | 2 or 3 glass panels |
Tempered single glass or insulated glass?
| Priority | Option that stands out |
|---|---|
| Shelter from wind and rain, seasonal use | 8–10 mm tempered single glass |
| A space heated in winter, thermal insulation | 4+12+4 insulated glass |
Whichever glass you choose, a guillotine system has moving parts and lets a very small amount of air through; it is not "completely airtight". More in does guillotine glass let the cold in?
Does glass thickness affect the size?
For reliable operation, the maximum size of one guillotine system is 4000 × 3000 mm (width × height); larger façades are split into modules. Glass type affects the weight and the price of the system, so it is chosen together with the dimensions at the survey (what decides the price of guillotine glass?).
What if a pane breaks?
Because the side rails are sectional, a pane can be replaced without dismantling the system; this is a job for the service team, so do not open the system yourself. On safety, see does guillotine glass break, is it safe?
Which glass where?
Guillotine glass is used on balconies, terraces, cafés and restaurants as well as on the side walls of a winter garden. To settle the right glass type on site, request a free survey.
