Aluminium Sunglaze Base

The Aluminium Sunglaze Base is the lower part of the Sunglaze three-piece joiner system. It is fixed to the supporting structure first, sits under the panels, and forms the track that the polycarbonate sheets lock into. In a standing seam roof the base is what carries the structural load from the sheet into the rafter, so it is not a decorative trim; it is a load-bearing part of the system.

The base is supplied as an aluminium profile cut to length from 1.0m to 7.0m. It is installed along the line of the joiner run, fixed down with the appropriate screws for the substrate, and the panels are then placed into it. The cap locks onto the base over the panel edges, and the cover clips over the cap to hide the screws.

Using the genuine aluminium base matters because the three parts of the joiner are designed to work as one assembly. Mixing profiles means the locking geometry is not guaranteed and the watertight seal across the panel edge is compromised. The base gives the system its rigidity and its clean, screw-free top surface.

Key Features

• Aluminium profile, the load-bearing lower track of the joiner
• Fixed under the panels to the supporting structure
• Cut to length from 1.0m to 7.0m
• Part of the three-piece joiner with cap and cover
• Corrosion resistant for exposed outdoor use

Specifications

Applications

• Sheet-to-sheet joints on a Sunglaze roof
• Supporting the panel edge over rafters and purlins
• Full system builds on verandas, pergolas and carports

What You Need To Complete The Job

The base is one of three parts that make a joiner joint. You will also need the Aluminium Sunglaze Cap that locks over the panel edges and the Aluminium Sunglaze Cover that hides the screws. The panels that fit this system are in the Sunglaze category, with the whole range under Polycarbonate Roofing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the base for in the Sunglaze system?

The base is the lower track of the three-piece joiner. It is fixed to the structure first, the panels sit into it, and then the cap locks over the panel edges. It carries the panel load into the rafter, which is why it is aluminium rather than a flexible trim.

What length do I order?

The base is sold per metre and cut to length from 1.0m to 7.0m. Measure the total length of joiner run you need and order that length. For runs longer than 7.0m, join sections or contact the store to discuss supply.

Does the base work with any Sunglaze sheet?

Yes. The base is a standard part of the Sunglaze joiner system, so it works with the clear, grey, solar control and bluish breeze panels. It is designed for the full system, not a single sheet colour.

Why does the joiner have three separate parts?

The three parts separate the jobs: the base carries the load, the cap locks the panel edges and holds the gasket, and the cover hides the screws. That is what lets the system deliver a clean, screw-free top surface while staying structurally sound.

Can I use the base with a different cap?

No. The three parts are designed as one assembly and the locking geometry is matched. Using parts from different suppliers means the joint is not guaranteed to seal or to hold the panels correctly. Use the full Sunglaze set.