sedak multicurved:
game changer in architectural glass
sedak’s newly developed bending process enables multiaxial, free-form geometries entirely without the need for molds. This cost-efficient bending method allows radii below 500 mm and formats up to 8.5 × 3.6 × 1.2 m, with precise repeatability, consistently excellent optical quality, and high structural strength.
Why sedak multicurved Changes the Rules of Curved Façade Glass
- 3D geometries in FTG / HSG: Multiaxially bent fully-toughened and heat-strengthened glass — including spherical, synclastic, anticlastic, free-form, and parametric geometries — produced entirely without molds.
- Large formats, minimal radii: Highest precision with radii below 500 mm and formats up to 8.5 × 3.6 × 1.2 m. Suitable for single panels spanning entire façade bays.
- Maximum design freedom: The process enables new possibilities for organically curved shapes and parametric designs —compatible with BIM workflows and parametric design tools such as Rhino/Grasshopper.
- Efficient sustainable production: Optimized process times, economical workflows, no mold fabrication costs, and resource-efficient manufacturing support high-volume, industrial produc-tion with reduced environmental impact.
A precisely controlled, furnace-based process ensures high repeat accuracy. Each glass pane is bent with exact dimensional consistency and can be further processed without limitations — into VSG (laminated safety glass), insulating glass units (IGU), or complex façade assemblies.
Coatings and ceramic prints can be fully integrated, as bending can occur both concave and convex. This allows synclastic, anticlastic, and free-form geometries to be manufactured reliably and reproducibly. All standard coatings (solar control, Low-E, printed frits) are compatible.
For Building Owners & Developers
sedak multicurved eliminates the traditional trade-off between iconic architecture and cost control. No custom molds means faster lead times, lower non-recurring tooling costs, and shorter project schedules — even for complex geometries.
Full-Scope Approach: From Design Concept to Fabrication-Ready 3D Glass
Early feasibility — before detailed planning — is critical on curved-glass projects. sedak combines production technology with a comprehensive feasibility analysis. Proprietary software evaluates geometry, radii, and stress zones, identifying optimization potential early in the design process.
- Validation of the 3D geometry (compatible with STEP, IGES, Rhino, and IFC input)
- Evaluation of panel sizes, bending radii, and geometries
- Optimization recommendations based on real process data
- Derivation of cost-effective implementation recommendations including panel rationalization
Applications: Where Architects Use sedak multicurved
- Curved and free-form façade cladding
- Structural glass envelopes and canopies
- Iconic landmarks and cultural buildings
- Complex interior glass structures, atriums, and skylights
Technical consulting is available from the schematic design phase — contact sedak early to validate geometry and optimize your project timeline.
