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Glazed Access Hatches

Surespan offers an extensive range of glazed roof access solutions that seamlessly combine natural daylight with secure roof access. Our products include the Multi-pane Roof Lantern, Pyramid Rooflight, SkyView Rooflight, Horizon External Walk-On Floorlight, Internal Walk-On Floorlight, Aero-Access Rooflight, Aero Dual Skylight, and Aero Vent Rooflight. Engineered to meet precise architectural requirements, our hatches provide exceptional thermal efficiency, safety, and durability.

All products are NBS and ISO-accredited, reflecting our commitment to the highest quality standards.

As a UK manufacturer delivering worldwide, Surespan leads the industry through innovation and dedication, solidifying our position as the authority in glazed roof access solutions.

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What is a Glazed Roof Access Hatch?

Glazed roof access hatches are durable, spacious hatches with a glass cover that provide access to a rooftop terrace or allow natural light into a building. Typically installed on flat or low-pitched roofs, they serve a variety of purposes, including rooftop access, daylighting, maintenance, and emergency egress; applications and benefits of glazed roof access hatches include:

  • Rooftop Access: These hatches provide secure, convenient access to rooftop terraces, perfect for relaxation spaces or rooftop gardens. Enhanced with durable, fall-through safety glass, they maximise roof areas while ensuring user safety.
  • Natural Light: Large glazed panels allow ample daylight into rooms below, reducing the need for artificial lighting, lowering energy costs, and creating a bright, welcoming environment indoors.
  • Maintenance Access: Glazed roof access hatches provide an ideal point of entry for rooftop maintenance and equipment servicing, combining practicality with added ventilation and airflow benefits.
  • Emergency Egress: Functioning as emergency exits, these hatches contribute to building safety standards and enhance ventilation while illuminating interiors naturally.
  • Walk-On Solutions: Walk-on models allow safe foot traffic on the roof while showcasing stylish, modern designs that enhance architectural appeal.

These hatches offer seamless operation, with most models equipped with standard electric controls for effortless use. Alongside improved ventilation and increased natural light, glazed access rooflights contribute to overall energy efficiency by reducing the reliance on artificial lighting, leading to lower energy costs.

In addition, they provide an elegant and contemporary look to the building’s exterior, elevating architectural appeal. With robust fall-through safety glass and easy-to-operate features, glazed skylights ensure a stylish yet practical solution for modern buildings.

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Surespan’s glazed roof access hatches meet and surpass industry standards, designed for versatility across residential, commercial, and architectural applications.

Whether you’re an architect, builder, or homeowner, Surespan’s advanced hatches deliver energy efficiency, security, environmental resilience, and customisation for aesthetic appeal and functional excellence. Each feature reflects an exceptional commitment to performance and safety, essential for projects where quality cannot be compromised:

  • Thermal Efficiency: Boasting a double-glazed, argon-filled system with warm-edge spacers, these hatches achieve a U-value as low as 0.92 W/m²K, optimising insulation and energy conservation.
  • Safety and Security: Equipped with laminated safety glass and compliant with ACR and PAS 24 standards, Surespan hatches ensure durable, non-fragile access that stands up to intensive use.
  • Environmental Performance: With E1050-rated watertightness, A5 wind load resistance, and Class 4 air permeability, these hatches protect interiors from weather impact while maintaining excellent acoustic insulation (up to Rw 39 dB).
  • Advanced Glazing Options: Options include solar control, privacy LCD, and self-cleaning glass, giving users control over aesthetics, privacy, and solar heat gain for specific project needs.
  • System Integration: Customisable to any size, Surespan’s hatches integrate seamlessly with building management systems and include manual or electric opening mechanisms for flexible operation.

Built to exacting standards and rigorously tested, Surespan’s roof hatches set a high benchmark, offering comprehensive support for sustainable design and energy efficiency in diverse construction projects​

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