Clip-On™ Balconies
Clip-On™ Balconies
A new approach to balcony connections
Clip-On™ balconies offer an advanced method of connecting balconies to buildings, designed for seamless integration with precast façades. The system simplifies installation while improving thermal performance, safety and build efficiency.
At the NE02 development in Wembley, this approach was delivered through collaboration between Sisk, Techrete, and the wider team. By eliminating the need for openings in the façade, the system creates a weathertight envelope earlier, allowing internal works to begin sooner.
As Paul Mackell of Sisk explains:
“We’ve come up with a system whereby we don’t leave any holes in the façade, and the balconies literally clip on.”
Designed for Precast Facades
Connect without penetrating the slab
Clip-On balconies are engineered to connect directly to the precast façade rather than the floor slab. This removes the need for slab penetrations, resulting in a cleaner interface at the building edge and reducing coordination challenges during construction.
Thermal Efficiency Built In
Reduce thermal bridging and heat loss
By eliminating the need to connect through the slab, Clip-On balconies significantly reduce thermal bridging. This helps improve the overall energy performance of the building while contributing to lower embodied carbon and more sustainable design outcomes.
Faster, Cleaner Installation
Improve sequencing and site efficiency
The Clip-On system enables balconies to be installed without leaving openings in the façade, supporting a more streamlined construction process.
- Allows internal works such as drylining to begin earlier
- Creates a weathertight envelope sooner
- Reduces the need for temporary works and associated risks
Lightweight Aluminium Design
Reduce load and improve handling
Manufactured from aluminium, Clip-On balconies are lightweight, typically around 350kg. This reduces structural demand on the building and allows for easier handling on site, supporting faster installation and improved safety during lifting operations.
Open Design with Vertical Bar Sides
Improved views and architectural flexibility
The latest Clip-On design incorporates vertical bar side panels, opening up views from multiple angles and enhancing the overall appearance. This provides architects with greater design flexibility while maintaining the strength, durability, and performance expected from the system.
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