Virtually any type of glazing system can be used with structural glass facades. Check out the options

glazing systems

FRAMED

Framed systems support the glass continuously along two or four sides. There are many variations of framed systems, most of which fall into two general categories. Conventional unitized curtainwall systems are seldom used with structural glass facades.

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STICK

Stick-built glass facades are a method of curtain wall construction where much of the fabrication and assembly takes place in the field. Mullions of extruded aluminum may be prefabricated, but are delivered as unassembled

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The double-skin facade is a system of building consisting of two skins, or facades, placed in such a way that air flows in the intermediate cavity. The ventilation of the cavity can be natural, fan supported or mechanical. Apart from the type of the ventilation inside the cavity, the origin and destination of the air can differ depending mostly on climatic conditions, the use, the location, the occupational hours of the building and the HVAC strategy.

 

The glass skins can be single or double glazing units with a distance from 20 cm up to 2 meters. Often, for protection and heat extraction reasons during the cooling period, solar shading devices are placed inside the cavity.

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tiffany

Ordered by Tiffany & Co-Korea, 19mm SGP+25 mm with 25mm beveled with four sides stepped glass.

It is super clear tempered laminated glass.

The order placed by Tiffany & Co-Korea for 19mm+ SGP+25 mm super clear tempered laminated glass with 25mm beveled edges and four sides stepped glass indicates high-end and precise customization tailored to specific design requirements. The use of super clear tempered laminated glass underscores a commitment to both aesthetics and safety, ensuring exceptional clarity while providing enhanced strength and durability.

The incorporation of 25mm beveled edges and four sides of stepped glass reflects a meticulous attention to detail and a focus on achieving a refined and sophisticated appearance. These design elements contribute to a sleek and elegant aesthetic that aligns with the premium standards synonymous with the Tiffany & Co brand.

The utilization of 19mm SGP (SentryGlas Plus) and 25mm glass thicknesses further emphasize the emphasis on safety and structural integrity, demonstrating a commitment to meeting stringent safety standards and ensuring the longevity of the glass installation. The combination of these materials and specifications indicates a careful consideration of both functionality and visual appeal, showcasing a dedication to delivering a high-quality and visually striking product that aligns with Tiffany & Co.’s reputation for luxury and excellence.

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With constant development in science and technology, glass curtain walls are finding increasingly more applications and their structures are also experiencing great changes. Fully spider fitting frame-less glass curtain walls, connect glass together in an open space using various types of light/heavy steel structures via various types of spider fitting members to form flexible and unobstructed glass facade. In this way, fully spider fitted glass walls not only maintain the safety of aluminum alloy frame glass curtain wall but also eliminate the disadvantages of the later in singular structure and restrictions from construction structures. As a result they provide unobstructed view as a whole, neat, bright and integrated with such advantages as safety, practicality and artistic taste thus becoming a vogue for modern construction and decorations.

 

Thermally toughened or tempered glass panels are used as single or insulated glass units. In case of single panels laminated safety glass is preferred due to safety reasons. This system consists of a number of accessories with metal arms. At the end of each arm, a sheet of glass is fixed by the corners with a special screw. The vacuum between these sheets is filled up with isolators to overcome mechanical pressure and weather conditions.

 

The rectangular glass sheets have 4 or 6 countersunk drilled holes into which countersunk stainless steel bolts acting as point-fixings. The space between the glass panes are filled with weather seal. The support elements that hold the fitting can be space frame, glass fin, tension cables or steel circular columns to provide the aesthetic effect as desired by the customer.

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Location: Kuwait

Glass Build: Partition, Door, Wall Glass

EVA Laminated Glass Partition, Painted Glass, Frosted Glass, etc.

Project Description: The Ministry of Education Headquarters Building in Kuwait will be a unique, state-of-the-art office facility for the Ministry and eight MOE Sectors with their departments. It will house administrative offices, a 600-seat auditorium, conference rooms, a central library, food service facilities, lounges, prayer rooms, exhibition space, and generous function space. The design inspiration comes from the rich maritime history of Kuwait shipbuilders.

The Ministry of Education Headquarters Building in Kuwait is poised to become a flagship symbol of modernity and functionality, serving as a comprehensive hub for the Ministry and its associated sectors. This ambitious project is envisioned to be a state-of-the-art office facility, meticulously designed to accommodate the diverse needs of administrative staff and the various departments under the Ministry of Education.

With provisions for key amenities such as a 600-seat auditorium, conference rooms, a central library, food service facilities, lounges, prayer rooms, and exhibition space, the building is poised to foster a dynamic and collaborative work environment. The inclusion of these facilities underscores the project’s commitment to providing a holistic and conducive setting for education-focused activities, administrative functions, and public engagements.

The design inspiration drawn from Kuwait’s rich maritime history pays homage to the region’s cultural heritage and serves as a testament to the country’s historical significance as a hub for shipbuilding. By incorporating elements inspired by Kuwait’s maritime legacy, the design emphasizes a sense of continuity, cultural identity, and pride, fostering a strong connection between the building and its local context.

The fusion of contemporary architecture with maritime influences not only adds a distinct visual appeal to the building but also contributes to the creation of a unique and iconic landmark within Kuwait’s urban landscape. This integration of design elements speaks to the building’s potential to become a symbol of innovation, progress, and cultural significance, resonating with the nation’s forward-looking vision for the future of education and administrative excellence.

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What is Low-e Glass?

Glass used in double glazing window for thermal insulation is known as Low E, or low-emissivity glass. It has a transparent metallic coating that works in two ways to economise heating energy. The dual action coating reflects heat back into the room, whilst allowing heat and light from the sun (known as passive solar heat gain) to pass through. Thermal insultion glass should be used on face 2 or 3 of a double glazing unit.

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U Values

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Hongjia packing – Standard export wooden crates

 

In addition to the glass, the packing is also important. Our packings comply with export standards and meet customer requirements.

According to customer

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Laminated Glasses

 

Laminated glass is a combination of two or more glass sheets with one or more plastic inter layers

(EVA /PVB /SGP)sandwiched by the glass sheets. In case of breakage the interlayer will hold the glass fragments together. It is manufactured through a process of heat and vacuuming.

 

Laminated glass is used when there is a possibility of human impact or where the glass could fall if shattered. It can be found in windshields, skylights, balconies, bank teller windows, and jewelry counters to name a few applications.

 

Interlayer Film : SGP / PVB / EVA

Cost: SGP > PVB > EVA

Safety:SGP > PVB > SGP

Color:EVA > PVB > SGP

(also EVA does well connected with many different materials,so it’s a very nice interlayer for decoration glass)

Bulletproof glass is als laminated glass, it is several film and glass laminated.

Normally,it comes with PVB,dear client,if you have enough budget,then think about SGP

Heat Soaked Glass, the tempering process increases the strength of the glass’s many folds, offering greater resistance to breakage. However, the raw materials used in the manufacturing of tempered glass are not free from certain defects like nickel-rich contaminants such as stainless steel might be present, and then combine with sulfur to form nickel sulfide inclusions, which put tempered glass at potential risk of spontaneous breakage.

Spontaneous breakage due to NiS inclusions:

When glass is heat-treated, the nickel sulfide inclusions are modified into a form that grows or transforms with time and temperature. Once the glass is installed and the nickel sulfide inclusions are solar heated, small cracks may develop from the inclusion. If these cracks penetrate the tension layer of fully tempered glass, the resulting release of energy will cause the glass to spontaneously break.

NiS inclusions change their structure and volume during the heating process of tempering. This changed state is ^trapped^ during the quenching process. So at room temperature, the NiS inclusions tend to change back to their original state, which having a bigger volume, causes spontaneous breakage. This changing back of state could happen in a few minutes to a few years, making it unpredictable when the tempered glass may break. To minimize the risk of NiS breakages, a heat soak test is performed.

Heat Soak Process:

An effective Heat soaked test has been proposed and applied for tempered glass to avoid spontaneous failure in buildings, and the probability of spontaneous breakage was decreased. However, it was considered that a sufficiently low breakage risk remained because of small NiS inclusion and small residual stress.

Heat soaking of tempering glass has been carried out with respect to the draft of European Standard EN 14179. Following the tempering process, glass is heated to a temperature of about 290C for a minimum of 2 hours of the heat soak period, and then cooled slowly. This process allows the inclusions to revert to their original form and thus regain their stability. The advantage of using this process is that the heat-soak test removes over 95% of the problem without affecting the properties of the glass. The idea behind heat soaking is to allow the glass to break in the factory before installation to minimize the risks of accidents and injury. The amount and size of these inclusions vary from glass to glass. In all probability, the glasses that have NiS inclusions will break during this heat-soaking process.

Applications of Heat-Soaked Glass:

The use of heat-soaked tempered glass is recommended where the risk of spontaneous breakage would cause difficulty, either from a replacement point of view or where falling glass fragments may be unsuitable, such as roof or high-level glazing, balustrades, screens, and high-level curtain walling.

Heat soak glass is appropriate where there is a risk of human impact. If breakage does occur, the breakage pattern is such that the resultant pieces of glass are relatively harmless and are unlikely to cause severe injury.

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u value or k value

Describes the rate of Thermal energy passing through a material due to conduction, convection,

and radiation under specific environmental conditions.

It is calculated using material thermal conductance and surface emissivity values

which are intrinsically measured.

Lower values describe lower rates of heat energy transmitted through a material

and hence improved insulation values.

For glazed areas, the surface emissivity of glass can be dramatically reduced

by high performance coatings and this is a major factor in reducing this value.

U-Value is expressed in units of Btu/hr ft