Glass Roof - GSA

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Glass Roof - GSA

The Skyspan GSA is a fully customised flat glass roof system, purpose-built for large-scale architectural applications where traditional skylights fall short.
Engineered for both flat and pitched configurations, the GSA provides expansive spans of natural light across atriums, corridors, and large roof sections — offering designers complete creative freedom in form, size, and structure.

Each system is individually designed and fabricated with a precision-welded aluminium or steel frame, ensuring structural integrity, watertight performance, and seamless architectural integration.

Utilising high-performance laminated or double-glazed glass, the GSA complies with AS1288:2021 Glass in Buildings (including Section 6 – Overhead Glazing), ensuring maximum safety, durability, and compliance in all applications. 

The system can also be engineered to meet AS/NZS 1170 series structural standards for project-specific performance requirements.

Glazing Options

 

 

Tint Options

Custom tinting options and Ceramic Frit Patterns also available. Above images are for illustrative purposes only—actual tint colors may vary due to lighting and screen display.

 

Energy rating

Glazing U-Value SHGC
Single Glazed (Clear) 3.6 0.63
Double Glazed (Clear) 1.3 0.27
Double Glazed (Grey Tint) 1.3 0.26
Double Glazed (White Translucent) 1.3 0.24

On a project specific basis, higher performance energy ratings up to SHGC 0.18 are available for maximum width of 2,000mm & maximum length of 3,500mm

 

 

Frame Construction Welded aluminium frame with integrated thermal break
Trafficable Use Trafficable for cleaning and maintenance (AS1288 Section 6)
Roof Pitch Suitability 3° – 60° (5° minimum recommended for water runoff)
Flashing Material 0.75 mm Zincalume® (standard) or Stainless Steel / Colorbond® Ultra
Finish Options Powder coated to any Colorbond®, Dulux or Interpon colour
BAL Rating BAL-29 compliant (non-combustible aluminium, steel and glass)
Compliance Standards AS 4285:2019 – Rooflights
AS 1288:2021 – Glass in Buildings
AS 3959:2018 – Bushfire Construction
AS/NZS 1170 Series – Structural Design Actions
Warranty 7 Years (manufacturing defects)
Made In Australia

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FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

Is the GSA available as supply only?

No. The GSA is provided as a supply and install system only.

Due to the scale, structural integration, waterproofing detailing, and compliance requirements of flat glass roof systems, Skyspan undertakes installation to ensure the system performs as designed and certified. This approach protects structural performance, waterproofing integrity, and warranty outcomes.

How is the GSA different from combining multiple skylights?

The GSA is a single, integrated glass roof system, not a collection of individual skylights.

Unlike standard skylights, the GSA is designed as a continuous glazed assembly with coordinated framing, load paths, and waterproofing strategy across the entire roof area. This allows for larger spans, cleaner architectural outcomes, and predictable performance that cannot be achieved by grouping standard skylights.

Is the GSA designed for maintenance access or foot traffic?

The GXL is trafficable for cleaning and maintenance purposes only, in accordance with AS1288:2021 Section 6, which requires the glass to support a 1.1 kN live load incidental to maintenance.

The GXL is not designed for foot traffic.
If foot traffic across glass is required, a Trafficable Glass Floor (TGF) must be specified as an engineered solution.

Should I choose single glazing or double glazing?

In most cases, double glazing is strongly recommended, particularly when the skylight is installed over an internal, conditioned space.

Single-glazed glass skylights comply with AS1288:2021 for overhead glazing and are suitable for some applications. However, single glazing is prone to condensation, especially during cooler months or when there is a temperature difference between the internal and external environment.

Condensation can cause water droplets to form on the underside of the glass and drip below, which is often mistaken for a leak even though the skylight is performing correctly.

Double glazing significantly reduces the risk of condensation, improves thermal performance, and enhances occupant comfort. For this reason, Skyspan generally recommends double glazing for habitable spaces, trafficable glass floors, and any skylight installed above internal areas.

Is there a maximum size for a GSA glass roof system?

There is no fixed maximum size for a GSA glass roof as a system.

The overall glass roof can be designed to span very large areas, limited primarily by building structure, support conditions, and project-specific engineering.

However, there are maximum size limits for individual glass panels, based on:

- glass manufacturing constraints
- handling and transport limits
- structural performance requirements

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Glass Roof - GSA