Profilit Glazing for Transport & Infrastructure

Transport buildings and infrastructure projects - stations, depots, interchanges and associated structures - demand glazing that performs reliably under constant public use and exposure to the elements, while contributing to the architectural quality of major civic projects. Pilkington Profilit channel glass meets these demands, and Glass Profiled Solutions has supplied and installed the system on transport-sector projects including Dalmarnock Station in Glasgow

Profilit's CWCT-tested performance gives specifiers confidence in weathertightness for exposed external applications - a key consideration for station canopies, screens and facades subject to wind, rain and temperature variation. The system's large spans, up to 7,000mm with intermediate support at 3,500mm, suit the expansive glazed elevations typical of transport infrastructure, while brise soleil configurations provide solar shading for platforms, concourses and waiting areas.

Durability is essential in public transport environments subject to constant footfall and occasional impact: Profilit glass meets EN 12600 impact classification and barrier loading requirements of up to 3.0kN/m, with Part N and Part P compliance supporting safety glazing requirements in publicly accessible areas. Pilkington Profilit channel glass is classified A1 (non-combustible) to EN 13501-1 - the highest non-combustible rating available for glazing - it is particularly relevant for transport infrastructure, where fire safety strategy is closely scrutinised.