A structural glass panel used as a handrail support element inside an elevator cabin, combining safety with minimalist design.
Full Definition
An elevator glass handrail uses a tempered or laminated glass balustrade panel — typically 8–10 mm thick — as the structural support element in place of a tubular metal handrail, creating a clean, transparent aesthetic. The glass panel is fitted with a stainless steel or brushed aluminium cap rail at the gripping height (850–950 mm per EN 81-70 for accessibility). Structural glass panels must comply with EN 12600 and be designed for the horizontal hand load specified in the cabin structural requirements. Laminated glass (e.g., 6.6.2 VSG) is preferred to retain panel integrity after breakage. Frameless point-fixed glass handrails use polished patch fittings bonded to the cabin wall. Regular inspection checks for cracks, delamination, and fitting security.
