Services | Namso — Architectural Glass Specialists

Precision Glass
Processing Services

From raw sheet to finished installation-ready product, we handle every stage of glass fabrication with industrial-grade precision. Our Cape Town facility processes thousands of square metres annually for residential, commercial, and industrial projects across South Africa.

Our Processing Services

Each service is performed in-house by certified technicians using state-of-the-art CNC machinery and automated processing lines.

01

Custom Glass Cutting

Computer-controlled CNC cutting tables deliver millimetre-accurate dimensions on sheets up to 6m x 3.2m. We handle everything from single replacement panes to large-scale commercial batch orders with consistent repeatability.

CNC Precision Cut-to-Size Batch Orders
02

Sandblasting

Decorative and functional sandblasted finishes applied with automated blast cabinets for uniform texture depth. Ideal for privacy screens, branding panels, and architectural feature walls requiring controlled light diffusion.

Privacy Screens Branding Panels Uniform Depth
03

Glass Polishing & Finishing

High-gloss polished edges and arris finishing for exposed glass installations. Our automated polishing lines handle straight, pencil, and OG profiles on thicknesses from 4mm to 25mm with mirror-grade clarity.

Arris Edge OG Profile Mirror Finish
04

Beveling & Borders

Decorative bevelled edges and border beveling for mirrors, tabletops, and custom feature glass. Our diamond-wheel beveling equipment produces consistent 15 degrees to 45 degrees angles with chip-free polished faces.

Diamond Wheel 15 to 45 deg Angles Chip-Free
05

Drilling Holes & Slots

Precision CNC drilling for hardware fittings, structural balustrades, shower screens, and custom accessories. We drill diameters from 4mm to 80mm with countersinking and edge chamfering as required.

4mm to 80mm Dia Countersinking Edge Chamfer
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Cut-Outs & Modifications

Accurate cut-outs for hinges, fittings, structural sockets, and specialized modifications including pet access cat flaps. Waterjet and CNC routing ensure clean internal corners and exact tolerances.

Waterjet CNC Routing Exact Tolerances
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Safety Toughening

Thermal toughening to SANS 1263-1 standards, producing safety glass with 4 to 5 times impact resistance. Our horizontal tempering furnace processes clear, tinted, and Low-E coated glass up to 12mm thickness.

SANS 1263-1 4 to 5x Impact Up to 12mm
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Radius Corners

Smooth, structurally rounded corners finished to improve safety and edge aesthetics. We produce radii from 5mm to 300mm on any glass thickness, with polished or seamed edges to specification.

5mm to 300mm Polished Edge Safety Rated

From Quote to Delivery

A streamlined four-stage workflow designed to get your glass from specification to site with zero friction.

1

Request Quote

Submit your specifications via our online form, email, or phone. We respond within 4 business hours.

2

Technical Review

Our engineers review your drawings and recommend the optimal glass type, thickness, and processing.

3

Processing

Your order enters our production queue. Cutting, drilling, polishing, and toughening happen in sequence.

4

Delivery

Crated, labelled, and dispatched to your site. We coordinate with your project timeline for just-in-time arrival.

Capabilities & Specifications

Our facility is equipped to handle projects of any scale with certified precision.

Sheet Size Capacity

Maximum processed sheet: 6,000mm x 3,200mm. Thickness range: 3mm to 25mm.

Safety Certification

All toughened glass certified to SANS 1263-1. Laminated to SANS 1263-2.

Turnaround Time

Standard cut-to-size: 24 to 48 hours. Toughening add-on: plus 2 to 3 business days.

Delivery Network

Own fleet covers Western Cape. National courier partners for Gauteng, KZN and EC.

Quality Control

Every pane inspected under polarized light. Defect tolerance: ISO 12543 compliant.

Glass Types

Clear, tinted, reflective, Low-E, laminated, obscure, mirror, and patterned glass.

Get Your Project Moving

Whether you need a single replacement pane or a full commercial fit-out, our team is ready to quote and process your order with the speed and precision your project demands.