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Install and adjust glass guardrails faster with Sadev’s ONE-SIDE 2.0 wedge system.

The ONE SIDE 2.0 wedge developed by SADEV allows assembly and adjustment from the accessible side of the SABCO glass railing. This eliminates the need for special equipment like scaffolding or lifts on projects where access is limited.  The wedges have been developed to increase the durability of the system while decreasing the installation [...]

By |2021-11-30T17:22:12+00:00November 30th, 2021|Articles|0 Comments

Special-Lite utilizes FRP and aluminum to build heavy-duty, lightweight and corrosion resistant doors.

Special-Lite's SL-17 FRP/Aluminum Hybrid doors are engineered for strength, corrosion resistance and low maintenance. These doors have a closed-cell, thermal performing, poured-in-place, waterproof polyurethane foam core which bonds all components together to provide incredible strength and thermal insulation. FRP face sheets are locked in place by integral reglets in the aluminum door perimeter without [...]

By |2021-11-16T22:41:56+00:00November 16th, 2021|Articles|0 Comments

SABCO by Sadev: Glass Railings for Stairs

Sadev's SABCO glass balustrade system was chosen by Epsylon to be used in IKEA's new superstore in Quebec City.  The 340,000 sq.ft. store features a restaurant, a showroom, a market hall and a playroom for kids. The SABCO Orginal floor mounted balustrade system was installed on the front entrance open staircase and on the [...]

By |2021-04-20T20:08:28+00:00April 20th, 2021|Articles|0 Comments

Summer safety with Sadev’s spigots for glass fencing.

The weather is nice and summer is approaching. This year is especially important for us to spend our time outside with our family while keeping them safe.  Sadev's INO adjustable spigots is an economical solution for swimming pool glass fencing. It has a minimalist design with a high resistance against corrosion. The patented wedge [...]

By |2021-04-13T16:00:37+00:00April 13th, 2021|Articles|0 Comments

GBI – Mortise patch locks and electric strikes for glass doors.

GBI Industries creates durable multi-function locksets for glass door applications. With many standard and custom options for function and lever design, these sleek lever sets can be adapted to meet any design aesthetic. These patch locks are built to last.  Their unique one-piece body design is much more robust than other patch locks that rely [...]

By |2021-03-30T12:52:58+00:00March 30th, 2021|Articles|0 Comments

Colcom’s glass door locks with magnetic latch are silent and versatile.

Colcom's horizontal and vertical locks with magnetic latch are extremely silent and versatile. The latch is self-positioning which offers a firm closure without shaking. A feature of the this latch is that when locked, the handle remains free thus avoiding damage due to accidental forcing.  The material is aluminum and it is available in [...]

By |2021-03-23T13:32:20+00:00March 23rd, 2021|Articles|0 Comments

The versatility and refinement of Colcom’s Fluido+ 150 sliding system

Fluido+ 150 is the latest compact sliding system from Colcom for tempered glass doors. Stéphane Boutin of Verre Idéal Inc., verreideal.ca, in Quebec City chose to use the Fluido+ 150 because the system blends perfectly in this office environment. According to Stéphane it is  ''a quality system, easy to install''.  The mechanics of the [...]

By |2021-03-16T14:25:54+00:00March 16th, 2021|Articles|0 Comments

FRP Doors and Frames: Initial Costs vs. Lifecycle Costs

FRP doors and frames are a great solution for openings that are susceptible to rust, corrosion and abuse. Since fiberglass cannot rust, corrode, split, chip or rot, these products are ideal for use in our Canadian environment as well as in locations that are heavily corrosive to steel doors and stainless steel doors.  When [...]

By |2021-03-08T22:02:21+00:00March 8th, 2021|Articles|0 Comments

Is wired glass still being specified on your project?

In the lastest National Standard of Canada regarding Safety glazing, CAN/CGSB-12.1-2017, traditional wired glass is not considered a safety-glazing material.  It does not pass the impact-safety standards and cannot be used in areas of human impact.  However, wired glass is allowed if an adhesive backed film or an applied organic coating is applied to [...]

By |2021-02-24T16:12:01+00:00February 24th, 2021|Articles|0 Comments

Colcom: New Striqe P35E profile for Glass Partitions and Glass Doors

P35E is the first aluminium frame system available on the market which can accommodate glass thicknesses ranging from 8 mm to 21,52 mm. It is suitable for office and residential applications. It makes it possible to easily and aesthetically divide interior spaces while allowing natural light to pass through.  Its format and minimalist design make [...]

By |2021-11-03T20:13:08+00:00February 9th, 2021|Articles|0 Comments
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