Glass in building (ICS code(s): 81.040.20)

DRS 397-6: 2026, Use of glass in buildings — Part 6: Code of practice for Special applications; (47 page(s), in English)

This Committee Draft Rwanda Standard provides information and recommendations for vertical glazing in the external walls and interiors of buildings, with respect to:

a) structural sealant glazing;

b) bolt fixed structural glazing;

c) frameless doors and entrances;

d) mirrors;

e) bolt fixed structural glazing with countersunk holes is not specifically covered.

NOTE Some guidance is also given on non-vertical use of mirrors.

These recommendations do not apply to:

a) patent glazing;

b) glass in non-vertical applications;

c) glazing for furniture and fittings;

d) glazing for commercial greenhouses;

e) glazing for domestic greenhouses.

This standard does not specify requirements for workmanship for the application of sealants.