Current VitraLab Basis
VitraLab currently presents structural glass checks using EN 16612-style workflows for stress, deflection, load duration, pane build-up, and support-condition review. The output is intended for engineering review and should be checked against the applicable project standards.
What Eurocode 10 Refers To
Eurocode 10 is commonly used to describe the future design framework for glass structures. The draft reference shown in public discussion is prCEN/TS 19100, Design of glass structures.
Future Standard Awareness
References to Eurocode 10 or prCEN/TS 19100 on VitraLab are included for future-awareness only. They should not be read as a claim that the current calculator is already designed to a final Eurocode 10 standard.
How VitraLab Will Adapt
Once the official glass design standard is published and adopted, VitraLab will review the calculation workflow, terminology, safety factors, load-duration treatment, and output notes before adapting the tool where appropriate.
Why EN 16612 Still Matters
Until a final adopted glass Eurocode is available for a project, EN 16612-style glass design workflows remain a practical reference point for reviewing ULS stress, SLS deflection, laminated glass behavior, and load-duration effects.
Engineering Review
Project-specific requirements, National Annex values, product approvals, support details, and local regulatory expectations should always be reviewed before relying on final structural glass output.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eurocode 10 for glass structures already used by VitraLab?
No. VitraLab currently supports EN 16612-style structural glass workflows. Eurocode 10 and prCEN/TS 19100 references are included for future-awareness only.
What is prCEN/TS 19100?
prCEN/TS 19100 is the draft reference associated with the future design of glass structures, often discussed as Eurocode 10 for glass.
Will VitraLab support Eurocode 10 after publication?
VitraLab will review the official published and adopted standard, then adapt terminology, workflow, and output notes where appropriate.
Should current projects rely on draft Eurocode 10 wording?
No. Current projects should be reviewed against the applicable project standards, specifications, approvals, and local requirements.