Facade trellis SLIDING SYSTEM

316 stainless steelsolid woodwith wooden cladding

Introduction
The Gubia Facade Sliding System is a sliding wooden facade lattice designed for solar control and architectural envelopes. It pairs a refined aesthetic with engineered functionality for durable exterior use in diverse climates and saline environments.

Innovation and sustainability
The cladding is manufactured from FSC or PEFC certified wood. Materials and finishes have been developed through R+D+i to ensure long-term performance while prioritising sustainable sourcing and treatments appropriate to exposure conditions.

Components of the facade sliding system
Panels are built from solid wood slats joined by AISI 316 stainless steel rods protected by AISI 316 separator tubes. Lower-mounted AISI 316 anti-derailment pulleys provide bearing and are height-adjustable. Each pulley is prepared for loads up to 100 kg. Slat species, section and spacing are selectable according to installation requirements; slats are suitable for use class 3.2.

Tests and quality
Full-scale mock-ups, prototypes and laboratory tests validate movement, bearing behaviour, friction coefficients, load and thrust forces, and regulation systems. Wood species and finishes undergo tensile adhesion, abrasion resistance, artificial aging and natural exposure tests with independent laboratory validation to ensure durability.

Functionality and aesthetics
The system allows regulation of daylight and natural ventilation through choice of slat section and spacing. The bottom bearing reduces issues from dirt accumulation and the design minimises visible trim, enabling a clean facade expression. Sliding panels can be combined with fixed panels to vary composition and light control.

Construction and energy efficiency
Precise control of sunlight is achieved by configuring slat spacing and panel positioning. Prefabrication and coordinated workshop production enable customised solutions adapted to project requirements, contributing to building energy efficiency and recognised in applied projects.

Technical specifications

• Denomination: Gubia Facade Sliding System
• Cladding material: FSC or PEFC certified wood
• Wood suitability: solid wood slats suitable for use class 3.2
• Metal components: AISI 316 stainless steel rods and protective tubes
• Bearings: AISI 316 anti-derailment pulleys, lower-mounted, height-adjustable
• Pulley load capacity: prepared for loads up to 100 kg per pulley
• Panel construction: prefabricated sliding panels with minimal visible frame
• Customization: selectable wood species, slat sections, spacing and finishes
• Durability validation: full-scale testing, mock-ups, prototypes and independent laboratory validation
• Wood tests: tensile adhesion, abrasion resistance, artificial and natural aging tests
• Design benefits: solar control, ventilation regulation, reduced maintenance due to bottom bearing
• Development: technical department and production-led R+D+i
• Multimedia: operational video available showing system action