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Security Glass

Double-glazed glass and Low-E

Two panes separated by a sealed cavity. Double-glazed units (IGUs) improve thermal and acoustic comfort; a Low-E coating cuts heat transfer further.

Glass curtain wall façade with point fixings

Construction

Double-glazed unit
  • Outer pane6 mm
  • Sealed air cavity12 mm, optional argon fill
  • Inner pane6 mm, optional Low-E coating

Illustration, not to exact scale.

Typical build

Typical build
BuildTotal thicknessUse
6 + 12 + 6 mm24 mmFaçades, external windows
Low-E IGU 6 + 12 + 6 mm24 mmEnergy-efficient envelopes, optional argon fill

Typical values for guidance. Final specification is confirmed per project.

Standard

Insulating glass units are covered by EN 1279.

Frequently asked questions

What does Low-E do?

A Low-E coating reflects heat while letting daylight through, reducing cooling load in hot climates.

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