ABOUT DOUBLE GLAZING

Double Glazing takes two forms: integrated insulated glass panels, and secondary glazing fitted to existing windows. Integrated insulated glass panels are made from two or three layers of glass, with hermetically sealed space between the layers of glass. The gap may be air filled, with dessicant, or may be filled with an inert gas such as Argon or Krypton. Dependent on the application, the glass may be annealed, tempered, or laminated. Secondary double glazing involves a second frame being attached to the inside or outside of an existing window. As well as improving heat and sound insulation, this reduces draughts.

The leading double glazing manufacturers, described below the panel of sponsored links, have comprehensive websites, with information on all aspects of double glazing, including online catalogs, colours and materials for double glazing, and care and maintenance of double glazing.

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LEADING USA DOUBLE GLAZING MANUFACTURERS

Thermoseal: Double Glazing. Thermoseal Glass LLC, of Gloucester City, New Jersey, has been manufacturing insulating double glazing units for more than 40 years. Thermoseal supplies double glazing of any construction, including double and triple units. Its Warm Edge space terchnology uses Nickel Plated Steel, Stainless Steel, Thermal Edge, Super Spacer, Swiggle, or Inex technology. Glass options include: Annealed, Tempered, and Laminated. Thermoseal also supplies specialist double glazing for refirgeration equipment, ovens, and test chambers.

Solar Innovations. Solar Innovations, headquartered in Myerstown, Pennsylvania, is a leading manufacturer of double glazed windows. It also makes Greenhouses, Sunrooms, Conservatories, Pool & Spa Enclosures, Curtain Walls, Walkways, Canopies, and Skylights. Standard colors for the aluminum framing, include Bronze, White, Black, Hartford Green, Natural Clay, and Sandstone. Copper, Stainless Steel, and simulated Lead coated Copper cladding options may be supplied; an extra charge applies. Solar Innovations products are designed for use in both residential and commercial applications.

Schott: Double Glazing. Schott North America, which is headquartered in Elmsford, New York, manufactures double glazing units with louvers incorporated and hermetically sealed between the glass panes. This type of double glazing offers energy savings though the control of passive solar gain. It also extends daylight working by directing daylight deeper into the room or towards the ceiling, thus reducing the need for electric lighting. It is intended particularly for light and heat control in industrial and commercial settings, including offices, atriums, airports, and libraries.

Soundproof Windows: Double Glazing. Soundproof Windows, of Fremont, California, makes secondary sliding glass doors which can be fitted to the inner or outer face of existing sliding glass doors. As well as reducing down sound transmission, they prevent draughts and improve heat insulation. Laminated glass is used; this is safer than the usual tempered glass because it is more difficult for an intruder to break. Laminated glass is required in hurricane prone areas. The frames of the sliding glass doors are made from aluminum, and are available in a choice of more than fifty colors.

USEFUL LINKS RELEVANT TO DOUBLE GLAZING

Daylighting Collaborative

Efficient Windows Collaborative

Insulating Glass Certification Council

Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance

National Fenestration Rating Council

Protective Glazing Council

Safety Glazing Certification Council

Steel Window Institute

CONSTRUCTION PRODUCT DIRECTORIES

We recommend the following professional construction directories, which include standard specifications, manufacturers' specs, and CAD details: 4Specs at www.4specs.com, Arcat at www.arcat.com, Arcom at www.arcomnet.com, Reed at www.reedfirstsource.com, Sweets at www.sweets.construction.com.

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