Glass balustrades are often made from tempered glass which is usually between 8mm and 10mm thick. This is because a process used to make stronger glass is called ‘quenching’. Quenching glass helps to make it 4x stronger than its original strength. Base channel, this is what supports the base of the glass balustrade. These are the slots that you place glass panels into so that they will fit correctly. Base channels for glass balustrades are made from steel or aluminum, depending on the manufacturer. Infill panels are the elements which are part of the glass balustrade that act as a barrier between the outside world and the inside world. It can be made of wood, metal, or even plastic. Some balustrades have infill panels and some have rails, posts, and so on. Handrails are an important feature that is included in glass balustrades. Handrails are generally designed to support and support hand rails. Handrails are designed for people to hold onto. They are usually found on the top of the glass balustrade. Many staircases have handrails that help people hold onto the top part of the stairs while they are climbing or descending. Handrails prevent people from falling down a flight of stairs.