Checklist for Wind & Snow loading calculation

In order to determine the correct glass type and thickness that complies with the requirements of section K of
the Building Regulations for use in full height barriers, all the following information is required by Guardian
Technical Advisory Centre.

Company…………………………………………………………………………….. Tel. Number…….…………………………….

Contact name……………………………………..………………………………. Email……………………………………………..
Project name……………….………..……………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Project location………………………………….................................... Project m² (approx.)………………………
Glazing / IGU supplier…………………………………………………………………….................................................

1. The dimensions of the largest pane (W x H) ………..……mm X ………..…… mm.

2. The number of supported edges (tick as appropriate)

If other than four edge support, please give further details

of support in the box below or with additional documents.

3. The type of glazing. (Tick as appropriate)

Single Glazed: -

Double Glazed: -

Triple Glazed: -

4. Proposed glass thicknesses and type.

Outer pane …….……… mm Glass type…………………………………………………………..

Other pane(S) …….……… mm Glass type…………………………………………………………..

5. The inclination of the glazing from horizontal……………….°

6. The fully factored wind pressure load ….…………. N/m².

7. The fully factored wind suction load ….…………. N/m².

8. The fully factored snow load ….…………. N/m². (Snow loads not applicable if >60° from horizontal)

The determination of glass thickness and type does not imply compliance with any requirements other than
for use as with the specified wind and snow load.

Other Features / Notes

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Guardian Glass UK Ltd
Tom Pudding Way, Goole DN14 8GA East Yorkshire
Email: uktechnical@guardian.com Tel 01405 726800