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VELUX Glazing Panels - Main Brochure
VELUX Glazing Panels - Main Brochure
National College for Advanced Transport & Infrastructure, Doncaster, Great Britain.
Index
The benefits 4
The solutions 5
Panel design options 7
Panels 8
Material descriptions for double glazing 9
MT Højgaard, Søborg, Denmark. Material descriptions for triple glazing 10
Additional material description 11
Ponding groove 12
Venting panels 13
Electrical system 14
Electrical control components 14
Glazing unit 15
Classifications 16
Support
Attachment to the roof 17
Sub-construction 18
Sectional drawings 19
Project support & Guarantee 23
Reference cases 24
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The benefits
Solution descriptions
VELUX Glazing Panels can be configured in multiple solutions, by Please note, for any given solution it is mandatory to perform stat-
combining the various installation opportunities with gable and ic calculations. The following pages describes the various design
corner solutions. options.
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Solution descriptions
1 2 3
Hip Valley Vertical glass gable
A hip is an outward going corner solution A valley is a an inward going corner solu- Both mono and dual pitched solutions can
used to connect two sloped sides. It is tion used in the intersect between two in- be installed with vertical glass gables.
commonly used for making hipped gables dividual glass solutions. Can be used when
in dual pitched solutions. connecting two adjacent buildings.
4 5
Step Pyramids
VELUX Glazing Panels can be configured in a step by installing A pyramid is comprised by multiple sides of panels connected us-
multiple rows of panels on top of each other using a structural ing hipped corner solutions. For smaller solution, it is possible to
beam to connect the rows. create a self-supporting pyramid and for bigger solution, a struc-
tural construction with hips and beams is required.
6 7
Mono pitched solutions Dual pitched solutions
Mono pitched solutions are single rows of VELUX Glazing Panels Dual pitched solutions are two rows of VELUX Glazing Panels con-
installed between 15-90° on either an upstand (on a flat roof) or a nected at the top, creating a ridge. For self-supporting solutions,
non-protruding installation in a sloped roof. Solutions mounted the installation pitch is between 25-60°. Furthermore, it is possible
against a vertical wall can be installed in pitches between 15-60°. to install a dual pitched solution with a girder at the ridge.
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β Opening angles 0° – 45° (max. opening to horizontal) 0° – 45° (max. opening to horizontal)
α Installation pitch 15° – 90° (ponding groove if pitch is under 25°)* 15° – 90° (ponding groove if pitch is under 25°)*
α Installation pitch 15° – 60° (ponding groove if pitch is under 25°)* 15° – 50° (ponding groove if pitch is under 25°)*
Panels
Double glazing
Frame profile height: 74 mm
Panel joint height: 82 mm
Panel joint width: 50 mm
Triple glazing
Frame profile height: 98 mm
Panel joint height: 106 mm
Panel joint width: 52 mm
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Exterior view
Hinge
Frame profile* Front cover cap* & rubber plug Installation profile
Material: Aluminium & polyurethane core Material: Aluminium (2 mm), EPDM rubber plug Material: Aluminium, PVC & EPDM rubber gasket
Surface: Nature anodized or polyester powder coated & polystyrene insulation
Exterior colour: RAL 9010/9005/7016, gloss 30 Surface: Nature anodized or polyester powder coated
Interior colour: Same as exterior or wet coloured Colour: RAL 9010/9005/7016, gloss 30
painted RAL 9010
Material: Aluminium (1 mm) Material: Foamed PVC & aluminium, including a Material: Black EPDM rubber
Surface: Nature anodized or polyester powder coated EPDM rubber plug.
Colour: RAL 9010/9005/7016, gloss 30 NB: Can be delivered without a fixing angle profile
depending on installation.
* Other RAL colours can be ordered at additional cost. Contact your local VELUX sales office for more information.
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Exterior view
Hinge
Frame profile* Front cover cap* & rubber plug Installation profile
Material: Aluminium & polyurethane core Material: Aluminium (2 mm), EPDM rubber plug Material: Aluminium, PVC & EPDM rubber gasket
Surface: Nature anodized or polyester powder coated & polystyrene insulation
Exterior colour: RAL 9010/9005/7016, gloss 30 Surface: Nature anodized or polyester powder coated
Interior colour: Same as exterior or wet coloured Colour: RAL 9010/9005/7016, gloss 30
painted RAL 9010
Material: Aluminium (1 mm) Material: Foamed PVC & aluminium. Material: Black EPDM rubber
Surface: Nature anodized or polyester powder coated NB: Can be delivered without a fixing angle profile
Colour: RAL 9010/9005/7016, gloss 30 depending on installation.
* Other RAL colours can be ordered at additional cost. Contact your local VELUX sales office for more information.
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Material: Steel (0.5mm) Material: Hard PVC with soft PVC gasket lips Material: Stainless steel (4 mm)
Surface: Polyester powder coated
Colour: Same as interior frame profile
NB: Nature anodized frame surface will be
matched with a similar colour coating
Material: Black EPDM rubber Material: 2 component TPE profile Material: Bitumen-based membrane
Crossbar for double glazing panel Crossbar for triple glazing panel
Material: Aluminium square pipe (reinforced with steel Material: Steel square pipe with aluminium cover
u-profile for panel width > 700 mm) Surface: Nature anodized or polyester powder coated
Surface: Nature anodized or polyester powder coated Colour: Same as interior frame profile
Colour: Same as interior frame profile
Material: Aluminium, PVC, EPDM rubber gasket & Material: Aluminium, PVC, EPDM rubber gasket &
steel bracket steel bracket
* Other RAL colours can be ordered at additional cost. Contact your local VELUX sales office for more information.
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Ponding groove
When installing VELUX Glazing Panels below 25°, both double and
triple glazing variants, the panels will be manufactured with a
ponding groove in the bottom of the panels to minimise ponding
water on the glazing.
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Venting panels
For venting panels there are several options of actuators when length depends on the size of the panel and installation pitch. In ad-
specifying the panels. Double glazing panels have one configuration dition, it is possible to convert a rectangular fixed panel to a venting
option; a visible actuator operating by means of a crossbar (1, 2) in- panel by post-installing a visible actuator and a crossbar. This will
stalled in the panel in parallel with the bottom frame profile. increase the ventilation flow in the building without opening up the
building envelope again.
Triple glazing panels have two configuration options; a hidden chain
actuator (3) only visible when the panel is open, or a visible actuator The venting panels must be controlled by a separate Open System
operating by means of a crossbar (1, 2) installed in the panel in par- ±24 V DC (OS ±24 V DC), which is not included in the VELUX deliv-
allel with the bottom frame profile. ery. Connection to a fieldbus system requires a separate control box
between fieldbus system and actuator. For the OS ± 24 V DC, only
For both double and triple glazing, the visible actuator is available the actuators are supplied by the VELUX Group.
as a spindle (1) or a chain (2) version. The chain stroke or spindle
Smoke ventilation
A selection of the actuators can be configured for smoke ventilation The actuator stroke for comfort venting function must be limited
in accordance with EN 12101-2. A VELUX wind deflector is available accordingly by the control system time to maintain lifetime expec-
for triple glazing solutions. The wind deflector is designed to change tancy and guarantee of the actuator and for example can be done
the wind profile over the glazing panels in open position, in order to by limiting the drive time in most simple control setup. The maxi-
minimise the risk of air intake and allow outtake of smoke even un- mum stroke length and drive time for comfort ventilation depend
der unfavorable wind conditions. on the project specific panel size and installation pitch.
When using a smoke venting panel for comfort ventilation, it must For more information, please contact your local VELUX sales
be ensured that the panel, in open position, does not get above hori- office.
zontal.
1 2
VELUX Glazing Panels have a recommended minimum installation The VELUX Group will not accept responsibility for damages, injury or
height of 2.5 m above floor level (inside) and ground level (outside). In death resulting from such installation. The installer/user is ultimately
case of installation below that level, safety measures must be applied responsible for own omissions and actions. Measures could for instance
by the installer/user to prevent serious injury. No instruction or measure be to install a motion sensor that is able to disconnect power from the
can eliminate the inherent hazards resulting from installation heights control unit in case of any movement in the immediate vicinity of the
below 2.5 m. VELUX Glazing Panels.
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Electrical system
In the OS ±24V, the actuators are controlled by ±24V DC. In addition, the module actuator can be integrated in
In the Open system ±24 V DC (OS ±24 V DC), the actuators are con- Connection to a fieldbus system requires a separate control box be-
common building automation fieldbus systems, eg KNX, BACnet, LON and Modbus, through the integrated
trolled by ±24 V DC. In addition, the actuator can be integrated in tween fieldbus system and actuator. For the OS ± 24 V DC, only the
MotorLink™ technology. Connection to a fieldbus system
common building automation fieldbus systems, e.g. KNX, BACnet,
requires a separate control box between fieldbus system and
actuators are supplied by the VELUX Group.
motor. For the OS ±24V, only the
LON and Modbus, through the integrated MotorLink™ technology.
actuators are supplied by the VELUX Group.
Glazing Unit
Thermal transmittance
Thermal transmittance
Light transmittance
of the entire window
Solar factor
in accordance with
Construction EN 14351-1
Double Glazing = DG
Triple Glazing = TG
Coating
TG LowE 46LF 6F LowE - 20 Argon - 4F - 18 Argon - 6.76F LowE (33.2) 73 53 0.5 1.1 1.3
TG LowE 46L 6H LowE - 20 Argon - 4H - 18 Argon - 6.76F LowE (33.2) 73 53 0.5 1.1 1.3
TG LowE 46LS 6H + HST LowE - 20 Argon - 4H - 18 Argon - 6.76F LowE (33.2) 73 53 0.5 1.1 1.3
TG LowE 46LT 6H LowE - 16 Argon - 6H - 18 Argon - 8.76F LowE (44.2) 72 52 0.5 1.1 1.3
TG LowE 46LST 6H + HST LowE - 16 Argon - 6H - 18 Argon - 8.76F LowE (44.2) 72 53 0.5 1.1 1.3
TG LowE 46T* 8H LowE - 16 Argon - 6H - 16 Argon - 8.76F LowE (44.2) 72 52 0.6 1.1 1.3
TG Sun1 47L 6H Sun1 - 20 Argon - 4H - 18 Argon - 6.76F LowE (33.2) 47 26 0.5 1.1 1.3
TG Sun1 47LS 6H + HST Sun1 - 20 Argon - 4H - 18 Argon - 6.76F LowE (33.2) 47 26 0.5 1.1 1.3
TG Sun1 47LT 6H Sun1 - 16 Argon - 6H - 18 Argon - 8.76F LowE (44.2) 46 25 0.5 1.1 1.3
TG Sun1 47LST 6H + HST Sun1 - 16 Argon - 6H - 18 Argon - 8.76F LowE (44.2) 46 25 0.5 1.1 1.3
TG Sun1 47T* 8H Sun1 - 16 Argon - 6H - 16 Argon - 8.76F LowE (44.2) 46 25 0.5 1.1 1.3
Classifications
Thermal transmittance, EN ISO 10077-1, EN ISO 10077-2 Double glazing 1.8 W/(m2K) Triple glazing 1.1 / 1.3 W/(m2K)
1) For panel width > 800 mm: NPD, for panel height > 2100 mm: NPD
2) For triple glazing panel > 2.52 m2: NPD
VELUX Glazing Panels are, regardless of solution type, installed us mounting bracket which must be screwed into the sub-construc-
ing an installation profile in the top connecting the panels together. tion. For venting panels, the mounting bracket must not be screwed
The panels and parts of the accessories are prefabricated off-site, into the sub-construction. At the top, the panel is installed using an
making the installation easier on-site. Due to the bespoke nature of installation profile which must be fastened to the sub-construction
the panels, the installation must be carried out by a trained installer or wall in wall-mounted solutions.
or with support from a VELUX technician. Only a general installa-
tion guide can be provided up front. At the ends, the panel is finished against a side gable which is
screwed into the sub-construction or a wall. The installation is com-
The panels are attached to the roof in the top and the bottom of the pleted with gaskets and flashings, ensuring a weathertight solution.
panels. In the bottom, the panel is attached using a pre-mounted
Double glazing
Triple glazing
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Sub-construction
VELUX Glazing Panels require an accurate, fixed and dimensioned specific sub-construction drawing will be prepared with measure-
sub-construction. The strength of the sub-construction must also ments for the outer geometry of the sub-construction. Please note
be calculated for the individual project, based on the building design that there will be no indication or description for the composition of
and application size. It is the responsibility of the customer to have the sub-construction.
a static calculation of the sub-construction done by a static engi-
neer. To be able to correctly install VELUX Glazing Panels, the sub-con-
struction must be parallel to the panel itself.
Consequently, the sub-construction is not a part of the bespoke
panel system. The VELUX Group is not responsible for the sub-con- Please observe that a lateral slope on the panels is NOT possible,
struction. All solutions are project specific, thus a general sub-con- therefore top and bottom sub-construction must be horizontal.
struction document cannot be provided. For each project, a project
Double glazing
Installation profile
Flashing
Mounting bracket
Flashing
(supplied by others)
)
g ht (H 37±
5
l hei
Pane
Double glazing
5
45-7
Front cover cap Frame profile
Insulation Screws
Installation
(suppliedprofile
by others)
Sealant tape
Mounting bracket 70 Flashing
Cill gasket
Mounting bracket
Flashing Flashing
Delivery limit (supplied by others)
)
min.25 ht (H 7±)5
n e l heig i d t h 3(A
Pa w
120 ning
min. OpeDouble glazing
5
Project specific 45-7
Front cover cap Frame profile
sub-construction
Insulation Screws
(supplied by others)
Sealant tape
Mounting bracket 70
Cill gasket
Flashing Cross-section
Module widthDelivery
(W) limit Module width (W)
(Panel width=module
min.25 width - 4) (Panel width=module width - 4)
)
h (A
Side gable
i n g widt
120 n
Fixing angle profile
min. Ope 25±5
Outer gasket
Flashing
Project specific Frame profile 50 Outer gasket
Drainage profile
82
sub-construction
Flashing Sealant tape
(supplied by others)
Drainage profile
Cover cap
Module width (W) Module width (W)
62 4 Delivery limit
(PanelDouble glazing
width=module width - 4) (Panel width=module width - 4)
Side gable
Longitudinal section
Please observe that a lateral slope on the panels is NOT possible, therefore top and bottom sub-construction must be horizontal.
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Double glazing
Installation profile
Flashing
Slope bracket
) Pa
t (H Hinge
ne
lh
e igh eig
lh Outer gasket h t(
ne H
Pa )
5 45
-7 -7
45 Inner gaskets 5 Installation profile
Flashing
25-6
Mounting bracket
(supplied by others)
Cill gasket Front cover cap
)
g ht (H 37±
5
l hei
Flashing Insulation
Pane Delivery limit
min.25 Double glazing
mi
5 n.1
45-7 20
Front cover cap Frame profile
Insulation Screws
Opening width
Sealant(A)
tape
(supplied by others)
Project specific
Mounting bracket 70
sub-construction
Cill gasket
Flashing
Delivery limit
Cross-section min.25 )
idt h (A
ng w
120 peni
min. O
Project specific
sub-construction
Longitudinal section
Please observe that a lateral slope on the panels is NOT possible, therefore top and bottom sub-construction must be horizontal.
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Triple glazing
Installation profile
Flashing
Mounting bracket
Flashing
) (supplied by others)
g ht (H
l hei 37±
5
Pane
Triple glazing
5
45-7
Front cover cap
Installation profile
Insulation Screws
Flashing
Mounting bracket 92 (supplied by others)
Sealant tape Mounting bracket
Cill gasket Flashing
Flashing
( H) limit
Delivery (supplied by others)
ght
a n e l hei 37±
5
min.P 25 Triple glazing
)
idt h (A
ng w
150 75 peni
Front cover cap
min. 45- O
Insulation
Project specific Screws
sub-construction
Mounting bracket 92 (supplied by others)
Sealant tape
Cill gasket
Flashing Delivery limit
Cross-section
Modulemin.
width
25(W) Module width (W)
(Panel width=module width - 6) (Panel
t h ( A) width=module width - 6)
id
150 ing w
min. Open
25±5
Side gable specific
Project
sub-construction
Fixing angle profile 52
Frame profile Outer gasket
106
Outer gasket
Flashing Drainage profile
Flashing Sealant tape
(supplied by others)
Module width (W) Module width (W)
(Panel width=module width - 6) (Panel width=module width - 6)
Drainage profile Cover cap
62 Triple glazing 6 Delivery limit
25±5
Side gable
Outer gasket
Flashing Opening length (B) Drainage profile
Project specific Sealant tape
Flashing
sub-construction
(supplied by others)
Longitudinal section
Please observe that a lateral slope on the panels is NOT possible, therefore top and bottom sub-construction must be horizontal.
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Triple glazing
Installation profile
Flashing
Slope bracket
) Pa
t (H ne
lh
igh
Hinge
eig
he Outer gasket h
n el t(
H
Pa )
Installation profile
45
-75 -7 Flashing
45 Inner gaskets
5
Mounting bracket
Frame profile
25-6
Triple
Pane 3
Mounting bracket Insulation
25±5
Side gable
Outer gasket
Flashing Drainage profile
Flashing Sealant tape
(supplied by others)
Longitudinal section
Please observe that a lateral slope on the panels is NOT possible, therefore top and bottom sub-construction must be horizontal.
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Project support
DESIGN PHASE
Consultancy
To help you get started, we offer expert guidance even
before your project gets approved.
Technical documentation
For further technical information, contact your local
VELUX sales office.
Specification
Our experienced building consultants stand ready to help
you specify your projects.
DAILY OPERATION
User guidance
To maximise performance output, we are there to guide
you on the different components of the solutions and we
offer training.
Product service
Should the system, for some reason, require professional
service, our team of VELUX service technicians will do all
they can to solve the problem to everyone’s satisfaction.
Guarantee
10 years on the glazing panels 3 years on the actuators and Our glazing panels and flashings are supported by a 10-year guaran-
electrical components tee. Actuators and electrical components that are a part of the
glazing panel system come with a 3-year guarantee.
Reference cases
Reference cases
Reference cases
2970 Hørsholm
VELUX Commercial
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