Solar Wall Tubes

Our wall tubes are made to seamlessly integrate into any wall application and transfer natural light to interior spaces. Functional and fabulous, the mirror like finish of the stainless steel tube magnifies the light. 8" and 16" modules in various depths to meet wall thicknesses available. Prefabricated to work dimensionally with any standard masonry components or precast walls. No bearing steel is needed. Perfect for any commercial building where natural light is wanted.

Design Features+Options
Glass Block Options
  • Depths of 12-20 inches 
  • Nubio, Alpha, VISTABRIK® or any other Seves Glass Block™ patterns available
  • Transparent or translucent 
  • Tube Options:
    • Stainless Steel
  • Stainless Steel Finish Options:
    • #8 mirror finish, #4, or #2B
Design Criteria and Performance: 
  • 8"x16" SWT with hollow glass block achieves a U-Value of .21
  • 8"x16" SWT with solid glass block achieves a U-Value of .26
  • 8"x16" SWT with E.S. 1.1 glass block achieves a U-Value of .07
  • 8"x8" SWT with hollow glass block achieves a U-Value of .27
  • 8"x8" SWT with solid glass block achieves a U-Value of .27
  • 8"x8" SWT with E.S. 1.1 glass block achieves a U-Value of .11

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The GBA Advantage

GBA is an installer of glass block applications ranging from glass block pavers to glass block systems engineered for security and detention centers, hurricane resistance, fire resistance, blast resistance, and even tornado resistance. We have been installing glass block and walkable glass floor systems for over 40 years all across America. In addition, we have supplied glass block and glass block floor panels across the world to create dramatic design elements at Coach stores worldwide.

If you are a contractor installing masonry wall modules, a designer specifying high-reflectance daylighting features, or a building owner improving interior energy efficiency, GBA is equipped to support your project. Our complete line of solar wall tubes combines mirror-finished stainless steel with high-performance glass block options, maximizing light transmission without requiring structural load-bearing steel. Product specifications, thermal performance data, and physical samples are available to assist in selecting the right wall depth and glass pattern for your layout. GBA remains dedicated to bringing your architectural lighting plans to life.

To discuss the possibility and advantages of incorporating GBA Structural Glass flooring or glass stair treads into your new construction or a remodel, contact one of the three numbers listed below or contact us to fill out our contact form.

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Midwest: 877-280-7700

East Coast: 212-255-5787

West Coast:213-634-7050