Care Home Apartments – Proprietary Self Supporting Gable Skylights
Project Overview
Equans Regeneration Ltd engaged Standard Patent Glazing Company to tender for the installation of two self-supporting bespoke gable-ended skylights in a care home communal area. The objective was to enhance daylighting while maintaining energy efficiency and occupant comfort. To meet these requirements, we specified our proprietary gable-ended skylight, incorporating SPG 7 Skyline box glazing bars to span the designated opening.
Design Considerations & Performance
The design brief called for maximum light transmission while mitigating solar heat gain. To achieve this, we selected a double-glazed unit configuration featuring:
- 6mm SKN 176ii Solar-Controlled Toughened Outer Panes: These provide a centre pane U-value of 1.0 W/m²K, a light transmission rate of 70%, and a solar G value of 0.37.
- Comparative Performance: A standard clear double-glazed unit typically offers a centre pane U-value of 1.15 W/m²K, a light transmission of 78%, and a solar G value of 0.69. This means that while light transmission is reduced by just 8%, the solar gain is reduced by an impressive 46%, ensuring improved occupant comfort and reduced solar gain.
Why Standard Patent Glazing?
Our proprietary gable-ended skylight was selected for its ability to span large openings, providing robustness, durability, and a sleek aesthetic that complements modern architectural requirements.
To enhance safety and compliance with British standards, we incorporated an 8.8mm laminated inner pane with a safety classification of 1-B-1 to BS EN12600. When combined with our Skyline Box glazing bars, this system achieves a Class 2 assembly in accordance with CWCT TN66 & TN67, ensuring safety for both building users and maintainers.
Testimonial ~Will Shield, Quantity Surveyor, Equans Regeneration Ltd
“The Standard Patent Glazing Company delivered a high-performance daylighting solution that met our project’s requirements for light transmission and solar control. Their proprietary gable-ended skylight system not only provided excellent thermal performance but also ensured safety and durability for the care home’s communal space. Their expertise and attention to detail made the installation process seamless, and we are extremely pleased with the final outcome.”
