Glass Office Dividers

Aluminum and glass partition systems are one of the most flexible systems on the market that can be used in spaces with open or drop ceilings. It is also highly flexible in terms of design as the special construction of the aluminum profile allows for various combinations and patterns.

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One of the biggest benefits is open sightlines. With glass walls, business owners can create the most comfortable and safe working conditions for employees. The installation of glass partitions in an office allows you to maximize natural lighting. A combination of glass and metal hardware contributes to the aesthetic improvement of the interior.

 

Design possibilities are unlimited, for all types of office spaces, making them a popular choice. Glass office dividers are far more hygienic and easier to clean than standard sheetrock walls. Partition structures made of glass are more preferable for office premises due to aesthetic and functional attributes. Compared to fixed walls, partitions are easier to remove or rearrange if necessary without much interference with the supporting base of the building. Glass structures have a minimum load factor. Glass partitions will not create an excessive load on the ceiling or floor of the office building, which has a positive impact on the safety of redevelopment.

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Advantages of Glass Office Dividers

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• Over time are often more affordable than traditional building materials like drywall.

• These commercial glass systems are scalable.

• You can reconfigure and move the walls to accommodate a wide array of needs.

• As compared to sheetrock, glass partitions are a less permanent and more mobile solution.

• Given their opacity, glass walls allow natural light into a work space.

• Reduces your need for additional lighting.

• Greater transparency.

• Customers, clients and employees all appreciate seeing who they’re working with.

• Creates a greater feeling of openness and connectivity.

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Aluminum framed walls

These fully framed systems are best suited for use in offices and retail spaces. Partition walls also have residential applications as well.  A framed partition wall system creates rooms and separates work areas.  Consider your office design or retail space needs as you select these glass modules. In many cases, installation is simple for a trained installer.

 

Building Materials

Aluminum is typically the preferred building material for holding framed glass partitions in place. This light-weight material lends sufficient rigidity and prevents against corrosion. The surface of the aluminum framing is sometimes finished with natural anodization or powder coated. Slimmer profile systems are yet another partition solution to consider.

Each framed module may also be specified with various infills. Each glass pane is fixed in the framed module with a special transparent silicon sealing, making the transition from glass to aluminum nearly invisible.  You may also spec a partition with tempered glass (clear, tinted or opaque) or various wall boards.

 

Doors and Hardware

An aluminum profiled partition wall system may include typical aluminum framed hinged doors or sliding doors with a bottom guide track. Systems may also incorporate suspended doors with an upper guide track. This leaves the floor surface free from tripping hazards.  Recessed door handles and surface mounted rail or pull handles are other options to consider. Locking systems typically incorporate narrow profile locks intended for use in aluminum doors.

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Full glass walls

These are full floor to ceiling glass installations. Given their minimum profile, full glass walls leave nearly the entire glass wall area free. These systems create the most airy of working environments.

 

Building Materials

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These systems have a minimal amount of aluminum around the perimeter, and have butt-jointed glass, leaving a completely clear sightline.

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Doors and Hardware

Full glass systems may be combined with hinged or sliding doors by using specialized hardware.

To ensure safety, glass panes are always tempered and the visible edges are polished. The vertical joint remaining between the two glass panes is filled with transparent silicon or acrylic foam tape to ensure rigidity and sound resistance.

Where needed, vertical profiles connect the glass pane and wall. Opaque and tinted glass panes provide opportunities for creating unique and private rooms. You can also apply decorative films and stickers for company logos or other directional text.

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Contact Tennessee Glass & Metal today.
We work closely with companies and businesses to help determine their commercial window and glass installation needs. Ultimately we aim to offer you a wide range of commercial glass solutions including: storefront glass, glass curtain walls and glass partitions. We also handle sizing and specifications for custom windows, with the experience you would expect from industry experts. Contact Tennessee Glass & Metal for more information or for a project estimate in the Cleveland, TN or Chattanooga area.