Facade Stick System | TECHNAL Middle East Professionals

The facade stick system is one of the most adaptable curtain wall solutions for modern construction. A stick system facade is assembled piece by piece on-site. This allows precise alignment, easy customisation, and compatibility with complex geometries. In the Middle East, heat, wind, and UV exposure are constant. TECHNAL stick façade systems ensure structural stability and long-term thermal efficiency.

What Is a Stick Façade System?

A stick façade system is a custom-built curtain wall. Assembly happens directly on-site, rather than as a prefabricated unit.

TECHNAL systems consist of vertical aluminium mullions and horizontal transoms fixed to the building structure to create a grid framework. Glass or panel infills are then installed within this frame.

This system offers flexibility for complex façade geometries, precise alignment during installation, and easy integration with shading or ventilation elements. It is ideal for high-rise and large-scale projects across the Middle East.

How it works:

• Mullions: Long, vertical aluminium profiles fixed to the building’s main structure or floor slabs to form the façade’s primary support.

• Transoms: Shorter, horizontal pieces then connected between the mullions, creating a large grid of empty frames.

• Panels: Glass panels and other infill materials inserted.

Stick System Variations: Core Technical Features

TENTAL Flat Cap

The TENTAL Flat Cap variation features a low-profile design. It uses a flat pressure cap to securely hold glass panels. It creates a clean, minimalist façade defined by thin, discreet grid lines and minimal visible metalwork.

This option simulates the sleek appearance of a toggle (SSG) system without the complexity. Unlike traditional structural glazing, it uses no silicone. As a result, it is a more sustainable and eco-friendly solution.

This configuration delivers a modern, elegant appearance while maintaining the structural integrity and performance expected from a facade stick system.

TENTAL Trame Aspect

The TENTAL Trame Aspect emphasises either the horizontal or vertical lines of the façade, creating a distinct ribbon effect.

Using a specific profile or cap on one axis only, it delivers a refined, linear appearance. This adds rhythm and depth to the building envelope while maintaining full structural performance.

TENTAL Visible Grid Aspect

The TENTAL Visible Grid Aspect is the most traditional façade configuration. It features a prominent cap on both the vertical and horizontal lines, creating a bold, structured grid pattern.

This design delivers strong visual definition while maintaining the technical performance and reliability of a high-quality facade stick system.

TENTAL Sloped Glazing

The TENTAL Sloped Glazing system is designed for inclined applications such as glass roofs, atriums, and canopies.

Using the same mullion-and-transom framework, it includes specialised profiles and gaskets for effective drainage and weather resistance. This ensures reliable performance on angled surfaces.

TENTAL Toggle

The TENTAL Toggle variant delivers a seamless façade look with no visible caps or exposed silicone.

Using a concealed mechanical fastener (toggle), the glass panels are secured directly to the aluminium structure. This frameless or structural glazing approach creates a clean, uninterrupted surface.

It offers a refined aesthetic similar to structural silicone glazing, but benefits from a mechanically fixed installation method that enhances durability and maintenance access.

TENTAL Slim

The TENTAL Slim variant of the façade stick system is designed with an extremely narrow sightline to maximise glass surface and transparency. It delivers near-frameless aesthetics, allowing the façade to appear almost uninterrupted from both interior and exterior views.

By reducing visible aluminium profiles, the design emphasises openness and daylight, making it a preferred choice for light-filled interiors and visually striking building envelopes.

TENTAL XL Mullion Only Façade System

The TENTAL XL Mullion Only Façade System removes horizontal transoms, using vertical mullions as the main structural and visual element.

Specifically designed for high-span areas, such as lobbies and grand entrances, this system emphases the building's height.

Glass panels are supported directly by these profiles. This creates a strong vertical rhythm and allowing wide, uninterrupted horizontal spans for a sleek, transparent façade.

Design Flexibility and Applications of Facade Stick Systems

TECHNAL stick facade system are manufactured with high-performance aluminium, specifically to meet the demands of Middle East projects. The aluminium facade system structure is engineered for strength, durability, and precision.

Despite its structural rigidity, the engineering excellence of the system allows for exceptional design flexibility. This architects to realise creative and complex facades without compromise.

Façade Geometries

TECHNAL’s TENTAL 50 façade stick system adapts to a wide range of geometries. Choose from:

• vertical,

• sloped,

• polygonal,

• and curved façades.

Its modular profiles allow precise fabrication and seamless integration into complex architectural forms.

Architectural Finishes

Available in multiple finishes, including:

• powder-coated,

• anodised,

• wood-effect options.

TECHNAL offers full design freedom. The Exclusive Collection, hand-picked for the Middle East, provides a palette of exquisite colours and textures suited to regional aesthetics and climate conditions.

Integration Possibilities

The system can be combined with operable window systems and integrated vents.

To protect from extreme solar rays, external sun-shading devices and BIPV solar glass can be installed.

This delivers hybrid façades that meet both functional and environmental performance requirements.

Choosing the Right System for Your Project

Selecting the right façade stick system depends on:

• project scale,

• timeline,

• and aesthetic objectives.

While stick façades offer high flexibility and precision for complex geometries, other factors, such as:

• climate,

• budget,

• and installation method,

also play a key role in decision-making.

Regional Considerations

In the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Kuwait, façades must withstand high wind loads, UV radiation, and extreme heat.

TECHNAL systems are engineered to comply with local building codes and environmental standards. They offer proven performance in thermal insulation, airtightness, and weather resistance.

Cost and Installation Insights

The stick façade system is assembled directly on-site. Mullions and transoms are installed first, followed by glazing and infill panels.

While it requires more installation time and skilled labour than prefabricated solutions, it provides superior flexibility for irregular building shapes and design adjustments.

Costs vary by project size, glazing specification, and installation complexity.

Stick System vs Unitized System: Professional Guide

A stick system façade is assembled piece by piece on-site, providing excellent adaptability and ease of access for maintenance.

In contrast, a unitized façade system is pre-fabricated off-site into large, pre-assembled panels containing the frame, glazing, and insulation. These are manufactured in a factory, transported to the site, and craned into position. This approach is common in high-rise construction as it reduces on-site time, improves quality control, and ensures consistent precision during installation.

Each solution offers distinct advantages:

• Stick façades suit bespoke, design-driven projects,

• Unitized façades are ideal for fast, large-scale developments.

Unsure which option is best for your project? Contact us with your technical specification and we can help.

Sustainable Facade Stick Systems for Middle East Buildings

TECHNAL integrates sustainability into every façade stick system through low-carbon manufacturing and recycled aluminium.

These systems reduce embodied carbon while maintaining full structural performance and aesthetic quality. Designed for durability and recyclability, they align with ESG objectives and circular economy principles.

High thermal efficiency, airtight construction, and solar management options also contribute to reduced energy consumption and improved building performance.

Stick Facade System Resources for Architects and Fabricators

TECHNAL supports professionals with comprehensive technical resources. Through our digital tools, like TechDesign, and MyTechnal platforms, architects, and fabricators can access CAD and Revit files, installation manuals, and performance data.

The full TENTAL façade system brochure offers detailed specifications, design options, and testing results for accurate project planning and execution.

Choose TECHNAL for your Stick System Facade

With decades of regional expertise, TECHNAL is a trusted partner for architects and developers across the Middle East.

Each stick façade system combines precision engineering, aesthetic versatility, and proven performance, even under extreme climate conditions.

From concept to completion, TECHNAL delivers innovative façade solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and design excellence.

Contact our Middle East team today to discuss your next façade project. Discover how TECHNAL can help you achieve superior performance and architectural distinction.