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Seismic Safety and Railing Systems
Glass railing installation in earthquake zones: interstory drift, flexible connections and VSG behaviour during seismic events.
Seismic Requirements
Railings are non-structural elements that must not fall or block escape routes during earthquakes. Flexible connections allow interstory drift of 15-60mm.
Flexible Connections
Slotted base plates (±15mm), elastomeric pads (±20mm), sliding connections. Alcodec FS3000/FS7000 offer seismic mounting kits.
VSG in Earthquakes
VSG maintains barrier function even when broken. Minimum 10mm edge clearance. Increase glass thickness one grade in seismic zones.
