RM-PRO™ 3500MF-FM Glass
Face-Mounted Mechanically Fastened Glass Railing System
The premium façade system. Mechanically fastened 6061-T6 at the slab edge, engineered for difficult high-rise interfaces.
- Mounting
- Face-mounted
- Infill
- Glass
- Fabrication
- Mechanically fastened
- Post profile
- 6061-T6 structural post; precision-machined connections
- Glass capture
- Separate glass channel
- Field adjustment
- Fixed once installed
- Catalogue
- RM Product Line Vol. 2, pp. 27–29
System overview
The RM-PRO™ 3500MF-FM is a premium face-mounted aluminum and glass guard system engineered for high-performance façade applications. Mechanically fastened structural aluminum components combine with laminated safety glass to achieve maximum durability, clean sightlines and reliable structural performance.
Designed for mid-rise and high-rise construction, the system integrates with concrete slabs, steel framing and façade assemblies while maintaining architectural transparency.
Configuration
- Face-mounted structural aluminum guard assembly
- Mechanically fastened post and rail construction
- Laminated tempered safety glass infill
- Modular panel fabrication for consistent quality
- Custom widths, heights and glass configurations available
- Compatible with balcony edges, terraces and podium conditions
Materials
- Structural components fabricated from 6061-T6 aluminum for primary load-bearing elements
- Precision machined connection components for mechanical assembly
- Tempered laminated safety glass meeting safety glazing requirements
- Stainless steel hardware and concealed fastening systems
- Isolation materials used to prevent galvanic interaction
Fabrication
- Mechanically assembled structural components preserve full alloy strength
- Precision machining maintains consistent tolerances and panel alignment
- Modular panel fabrication for consistent quality across the elevation
- Surface preparation completed prior to architectural finishing
Mounting & anchorage
- Face-mounted to structural slab edge, steel framing or embedded plates
- Anchorage engineered based on substrate and loading requirements
- Typical anchorage includes mechanical anchors, threaded rod systems or structural fasteners
- Designed to transfer guard loads directly into primary structure while minimizing façade disruption
- Drainage and waterproofing coordination accommodated
Performance & code compliance
Designed to meet or exceed:
- Ontario Building Code guard load provisions (OBC 4.1.5.14)
- CSA S157 aluminum structural design
- OBC SB-13 “Glass in Guards” requirements
- Applicable ASTM glass standards for laminated safety glazing
- Engineering review of anchorage and load transfer
Finish options
- Factory powder-coat and Duracron, Acrynar, Duranar (XL) finishes meeting AAMA 2603, AAMA 2604 or AAMA 2605
- Standard and custom architectural colors available
- Textured and matte finishes supported
- Anodized finishes available upon request
Applications & advantages
Typical applications
- High-rise residential balconies
- Podium terraces
- Luxury residential projects
- Hospitality developments
- Commercial façade guard conditions
- Retrofit slab-edge guard replacement
Advantages
- Mechanically fastened structural design using 6061-T6 aluminum
- Reduced heat-affected zones compared to welded systems
- Clean architectural appearance with minimal visual obstruction
- High durability in exterior environments
- Compatible with multiple glass thickness options
- Engineered anchorage solutions for complex façade conditions
- Premium positioning within the Railing Masters product line
Short-form specification
Ready to paste into Section 05 73 00 (Decorative Metal Railings) or the guard schedule. Project-specific values (glass thickness, guard height, color) are left for the specifier to complete.
Guard system: RM-PRO™ 3500MF-FM Glass (Face-Mounted Mechanically Fastened Glass Railing System), as manufactured by Railing Masters Inc., 110 Claireport Crescent, Unit 4, Etobicoke, Ontario.
Fabrication: Mechanically fastened structural aluminum assembly with precision-machined connection components and concealed anchorage; no weld heat-affected zones.
Materials: Structural components of 6061-T6 aluminum; stainless steel fasteners and concealed hardware; isolation materials at all dissimilar-metal interfaces. Extrusions supplied by certified North American manufacturers with mill certification available.
Infill: Tempered laminated safety glass infill in thickness per project design, conforming to OBC SB-13 "Glass in Guards" and applicable ASTM safety glazing standards.
Mounting and anchorage: Face-mounted to structural slab edge, steel framing or embedded plates. Anchorage engineered to project loading requirements; shop drawings showing anchorage layout and panel configuration to be submitted for review.
Performance: Designed to meet or exceed Ontario Building Code guard load provisions (OBC 4.1.5.14) and CSA S157 aluminum structural design.
Finish: Factory-applied powder coat, Duracron, Acrynar or Duranar (XL) coating to AAMA 2603, 2604 or 2605 as scheduled; color per architect's selection.
Drawings & downloads
Stamped detail package covering this mounting condition, reviewed 31 July 2025 by F. Alibai, P.Eng. (PEO 100206138).
| Reference dimension | Value |
|---|---|
| Balustrade height | 1075–1185 mm |
| Glass panel | 1185 mm |
| Post spacing | 1080 mm typical |
| Bracket projection | 180 mm |
Related systems
RM-EDGE™ G3100-TM
The standard welded glass guard: base plate anchored to the top of the slab, laminated glass infill, panels welded in the shop.
RM-EDGE™ G3100-FM
The G3100 assembly anchored to the slab edge instead of the top of it. The full balcony area is kept, and no anchors pass through the walking surface.
RM-EDGE™ G3200-TM
An adjustable welded glass guard that captures the glass directly in the handrail, so there is no separate cap channel.
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