Architectural Glass Vice
Glass Vice® Side-Fix Frameless Glass Balustrade System
Side-mounted glass balustrade solution designed for projects where clean detailing and usable space matter.
By fixing to the face of the structure, the system keeps the deck or stair surface clear. As a result, it’s ideal for balconies, stairwells, decks, and elevated platforms where maximising space and achieving a clean edge detail is important.
Now Featuring the New Glass Vice Bracket
The worlds best glass railing bracket just got an upgrade with an integrated clamping system.
Because the clamping set is built into the bracket, installers no longer need separate components. This reduces parts on site and speeds up installation. At the same time, it keeps the system simple, consistent, and reliable.
Designed for Frameless Performance
The Glass Vice® Side-Fix system supports:
- 12mm and 15mm toughened safety glass
- 13.52mm and 15.52mm Sentry laminated toughened glass (no top rail required)
This allows for a true frameless finish with uninterrupted views—making it a popular choice for glass stair balustrades and architectural decks.
If required, a Nanorail top cap can also be added for compliance or design preference.
Built for Strength & Durability
Glass Vice® brackets are manufactured from:
- 316 marine-grade stainless steel
- 2205 Duplex stainless steel (for high-exposure environments)
As a result, the system performs exceptionally well in coastal, alpine, and high-wind areas across New Zealand.
Available finishes include:
- Mirror polish
- Brushed (satin)
- Custom Dulux® powder-coated colours
Clean Detailing, Greater Design Freedom
The side-fix design allows the balustrade to integrate cleanly with:
- Timber decks
- Concrete slabs
- Steel structures
- Stair stringers
Because of this, architects have more flexibility when resolving edge details. In addition, the system uses fewer visible fixings, which creates a lighter and more refined appearance without compromising strength or compliance.
Complete System - All Accessories Available
Glass Vice® offers a full system solution. All brackets, fixings, and accessories are available from one supplier, ensuring compatibility and consistency across every project.
Nationwide Supply & Certified Installation
Glass Vice® Side-Fix systems are supplied nationwide, with certified installers operating across New Zealand.
Trusted by architects, builders, and installers, the system is widely used for balconies, staircases, and side-mounted balustrades where safety, compliance, and clean design are essential. Contact us today to find a certified Glass Vice installer near you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Glass Vice USA provides CAD details, load data, and product specifications for use in architectural drawings and permit documentation. Contact us directly or request downloads from the relevant product page.
Yes, Glass Vice USA operates as a wholesale supplier and distributor. We work directly with licensed glaziers, railing contractors, and builders through our national distributor network. If you're a trade professional looking to specify or supply Glass Vice hardware, get in touch to discuss your project or set up a trade account.
We also provide hands-on training and maintain a comprehensive library of installation videos on our YouTube channel to support your team on site.
If you're looking for an installer, just reach out to us and we can put you in touch with a trusted local installation company.
Building codes generally require tempered safety glass or laminated safety glass meeting CPSC 16 CFR 1201 Cat II or ANSI Z97.1 Class A. Minimum panel thickness and configuration will depend on the hardware system, post spacing, and application. Glass Vice USA can provide technical documentation to support your glazier or engineer in specifying the correct glass. we are one of the only companies with a product range ICC Certified without a top cap. other systems must have top caps installed when used as a railing.
Glass Vice and Clearline clamps are designed to accept either 9/16" or 5/8" laminated safety glass for frameless glass railing installations without a top cap rail, achieving the required 42" guard height. For installations where a top cap rail is used, 1/2" tempered glass is also an accepted specification.
For commercial applications — including stadiums, hospitality venues, and large-scale developments — Glass Vice hardware can accommodate thicker glass configurations. We recommend contacting Glass Vice USA directly to discuss the right specification for your project.
Glass specifications should always be confirmed with your glazier, installer, or engineer against local IBC and IRC requirements. Some jurisdictions have specific interpretations on laminated versus tempered glass for guard applications, and your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) has final say on what is accepted at permit stage.
Glass Vice spigots and clamps are available in mirror, brushed, pro texture black, and custom powder coating to suit your project's design requirements. Glass Vice USA is continuously expanding the finish range across the product lineup — contact us directly for the latest available options or to discuss a custom finish for your project.
Yes. Glass Vice hardware is available in grades suited to coastal and high-salt environments, making it a popular choice for waterfront residential and commercial projects across San Diego, Orange County, and the Florida Gulf Coast. For exposed coastal installations we recommend discussing finish and material grade options with our team — the right specification upfront ensures long-term performance and minimizes maintenance requirements over the life of the railing system.
our products ranges use Stainless 316 Steel, Duplex 2205 Steel & Aluminium for low maintenance corrosion resistance finishes.
Do not used brushed finish close to the water to avoid T staining on the Steel.
Glass Vice hardware systems are designed for installation into a range of structural substrates including concrete, structural timber, and steel. The appropriate fixing method and anchor specification will depend on the substrate type, thickness, and the load requirements of the installation. ICC-ES Evaluation Reports ESR-3563 and ESR-4639 provide substrate-specific installation guidance, and Glass Vice USA can supply full technical documentation to support your installer or engineer in confirming the correct specification for your project.
Yes. Glass Vice Direct Fix & Side fix hardware is compliant with Florida's High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) requirements as per the ICC report, making it suitable for coastal residential and commercial projects throughout South Florida, including Naples, Fort Myers, Sarasota, not including Miami-Dade County.
this may effect the glass thickness but it signed off with 9/16th's and 5'8th's laminated SGP glass.
Yes. Glass Vice supplies SouthernLites™ wholesale nationwide. Contact us for freight quotes to your location.
