Glass structures are all the rage nowadays. You can see that in all the latest building designs and architecture, glass plays a vital role. 

Back in the olden times, people treated glass as delicate and breakable. It was unimaginable that one day glass would become a major part of building architecture and design. Thanks to advanced technology, it has produced glass that is sturdy and safe enough to be a part of huge architectural projects.

If you take a look around, you will see that all the latest buildings, shopping malls, and offices have glass incorporated in their designs. It gives a chic look and a sense of vastness. Glass has a plethora of benefits, but we better stick to the main topic of this blog which is about glass fittings in Kenya 

Since glass nowadays promises complete safety and security of the building structures, it needs compatible and sturdy hardware to match. 

Apart from the design and quality of the hardware, it is important to be sure of its material. 

You need something strong, sturdy, and does not wear and tear under any circumstances. You cannot take a chance when it comes to glass. 

We have two options in this case that satisfy all the above-mentioned conditions.

• Stainless steel:

Wikipedia says and we quote:

Stainless steel is an alloy of iron that is resistant to rusting and corrosion. It contains at least 11% chromium and may contain elements such as carbon, other nonmetals, and metals to obtain other desired properties. Stainless steel’s resistance to corrosion results from chromium, which forms a passive film that can protect the material and self-heal in the presence of oxygen.

• Black powder coated fittings:

Wikipedia says and we quote:

Black oxide or blackening is a conversion coating for ferrous materials, stainless steel, copper and copper-based alloys, zinc, powdered metals, and silver solder. It is used to add mild corrosion resistance, for appearance, and to minimize light reflection. To achieve maximum corrosion resistance the black oxide must be impregnated with oil or wax. One of its advantages over other coatings is its minimal buildup.

Now let us discuss these fittings in a little detail

• Glass hinges:

Glass hinges help in connecting two glass panes. Usually, the hinges are used for glass doors. Lass hinges come in a wide variety, including bore and non-bore type glass hinges, European hinges, pivot hinges, and more made by quality manufacturers.

At Impala fittings , we have a classic glass door hinge, which is perfect for inset, overlay, and twin overlay glass doors. This innovative hinge system features a 94-degree opening angle and three-dimensional adjustment for your convenience. This European-style hinge comes in three different variations: straight arm for overlay doors, half-cranked for twin overlay doors, and full-cranked for inset doors. 

You just have to select the hinge, mounting plate, and cover cap you desire.

 Impala’s overlay glass door hinge is ideal for frameless cabinet doors and glass thickness ranging from 4 to 6mm. Each European hinge is made up of four parts: the hinge, the mounting plate, the cover cap for the shim, and the cover cap for the hinge arm. You may need at least two hinges per door depending.

At Impala fittings, we aim to make it easy for our clients to find hardware that works and looks great. 

Our wide range of hardware comes in stainless steel and black-coated metals.

• Glass connectors:

Use glass connectors to connect multiple tempered glass shelves. There are several variations of glass connectors:

• 2-way glass connectors create a glass corner.
• 3-way creates two corners and extends glass shelves 
• 4-way as the middle intersection. 

We also offer hinge glass connectors to create glass shelf doors. You can use two hasps to create a lock to protect your valuable products. 

The glass connectors at Impala fittings come in stainless steel and black-coated variations.

You can even use these connectors to create glass boxes in multiple layers. Create as many stacks of glass shelves on the counter or floor. 

• Spider fitting:

Spider fittings are favorites when it comes to safety and security for the users. You can use various toughened glass thicknesses in spider fittings like 12mm toughened glass, 15mm toughened glass and 19mm toughened glass panels. 

It is preferred to take advantage of the building structure for body support for spider fitting. In the case of larger elevations, you can use stainless steel for better support.

Some popular types of spider glazing fittings are available in 4-way spiders, 2-way spiders, and single-way spider fittings.

Conclusion:

Incorporating glass in your building structure and design can change the outlook completely. However, always choose the best quality of glass and fittings.

Impala Fittings is a leading name in manufacturing glass fittings in stainless steel and black oxide.