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Posted On - 13/07/2017
Thermoseal Group has developed a new warm edge product for insulated glass (IG) manufacturers looking to construct double glazing units with narrow cavities for heritage-style windows. New 4mm Thermobar, as well as providing a narrow solution to make slimline units, also has a spacer profile height of 5.5mm (as opposed to the standard 6.5mm) to give a slimmer sightline at...
Posted On - 12/07/2017
The energy-generating architectural glass, Pilkington Sunplus BIPV, has been accredited by the IEC, confirming the product complies with global product safety, design and quality tests. The glass solution, by NSG Group and Solaria Corporation, has passed IEC61215 and IEC61730 certification standards, enabling it to be more easily specified and installed to help improve the sustainability of buildings. The glass can...
Posted On - 12/07/2017
OnLevel has expanded its fixings range and improved pricing from July. “All our testing has been extensively carried out with Fischer Fixings over many years,” Frank Verhey, OnLevel’s technical manager, said, “and our mutual understanding of achieving operational optimum performance while improving cost effectiveness has increased significantly as we have developed products. Our wider choice of fixings and increased buying...
Posted On - 11/07/2017
A popular attraction on Swisspacer’s FIT Show stand was new personalised laser marking demonstration in partnership with Domino. Visitors could request a personalised message on the bar and see the discreet and permanent benefits of the laser marking, as well as the accuracy of the printing. The champagne reception at the end of the first day was also well received...
Posted On - 05/07/2017
Skyforce french balcony protection for full size windows or doors from OnLevel has been designed to offer an easy ‘out-of-the-box’ solution. MD Gary Dean said: “It is the first almost invisible system solution. But even better, at the same time it is the probably the highest performing and most affordable system solution on the market. There is no system that...
Posted On - 05/07/2017
Pilkington Activ is believed to be the first dual-action product to meet the new European Standard for self-cleaning glass. EN 1096-5 tests and classifies the self-cleaning performance of coated glass. It is the only independent assessment that can verify the performance of products that use hydrophilic and photocatalytic properties to enhance the cleanliness of the glass. Pilkington Activ, which this...
Posted On - 03/07/2017
It’s been three years since Edgetech hosted the Triple Glazing Question (TGQ) and brought together delegates from the whole glazing supply chain. At TGQ, there was a great argument made for using ‘clever doubles’ instead of triple glazing, especially as there were concerns about the manufacturing complexity of triple glazing and lack of availability for units and appropriate profiles. Head...
Posted On - 28/06/2017
OnLevel’s first complete catalogue for the UK market – ‘Balustrades, Barriers and Railings – is now available. “We have pulled together all our individual product flyers, plus add handrails in stainless steel, aluminium and wood, and many more fittings to make a more complete product line,” MD Gary Dean said. “With a growing range, this 2017 edition will be valid...
Posted On - 21/06/2017
Glasstec Systems recently introduced its Lunax range of all-glass frameless fire-resistant doors, which meet the requirements of E, EW and EI in fire resistant glass set out by UK Building Regulations Approved Document B. The Lunax doors consist of a fully glazed surface and feature only four discreet clamps, creating a sleek, minimalist interior glass door. Offering a fire-proof resistance...
Posted On - 08/06/2017
Unique Window Systems, a Leicester-based PVCU and aluminium window manufacturer, fabricator and installer, uses Swisspacer. Joint MD Sunil Patel said: “Whether customers are buying aluminium or PVCU windows, they are more interested than ever in the energy efficiency of our products. As a major fabricator in the UK we have to offer the best thermal performance across our range, so...
Posted On - 08/06/2017
Ravensby Glass was awarded BS EN 14449 certification for its toughened laminated and heat-strengthened laminated glass. The company recently installed a Pujol 100 50 X 28 fast curing laminating machine to allow it to create high performance heat-strengthened toughened laminated and toughened laminated glass. They offer EVA interlayers which offer outstanding long-term weather resistance, excellent light transmission and high UV...
Posted On - 06/06/2017
Bohle has unveiled its new seaming tool, making the accurate positioning of heavy sheet materials simple and safe. The new pump-action Veribor Seaming Tool can be used to accurately align and join, or set a defined gap between smooth sheet materials. With a maximum horizontal clamping force of up to 1,200N, the system combines a high level of safety, with...
Posted On - 17/05/2017
Glow heated glass was showcased by TuffX at this year’s Grand Designs Live show. Glow heated glass is electrically heated, which converts electric power into heat and is thermostatically controlled with a temperatures up 35º-40º. MD Graham Price said the consumer reaction to the Glow brand has been overwhelming with a strategic planned growth now being implemented. The company is...
Posted On - 15/05/2017
Nano 470 has launched IC40, which incorporates all benefits of the existing range but with increased viscosity. This added benefit allows the adhesive to be beaded onto vertical areas as well as more traditional horizontal work. Allowing time for positioning of the glass with less run off and slumping. John Jackson managing director, said: “This new product has been developed...
Posted On - 13/05/2017
Saint-Gobain Building Glass has launched CalumenLive, a free online and responsive specification tool, giving access to information on your mobile device, laptop, PC, Mac or tablet. CalumenLive is the successor to Calumen II, delivering a more intuitive and fluid user experience for glass configuration and insulated glass unit (IGU) composition. The new interface also enables users to share results faster...
Posted On - 10/05/2017
With its new powder coating capability, OnLevel can now offer all glass balustrading products in every RAL colour match. “We have significantly enhanced our Colour Line offer so customers can choose whatever finish they, or the building designer, wants,” MD Gary said. “And what’s more the lead times have been slashed with this new facility to less than 10 days...
Posted On - 03/05/2017
The new TL6020 system from OnLevel is designed to use its Flex-Fit adjustable glass alignment system while being certified to 1.5KN (BS6180), and is officially launched this spring. “Available through our carefully chosen distributors and installers, On Level has taken the renowned 6010 profile and reworked the design ensuring all the positive benefits of the existing system are maintained while...
Posted On - 21/04/2017
The new product range from OnLevel contains extras features to install full glazing balustrades. Model 4010 is designed as windscreen and can hold glass plates to 1.8m and size 10/10/4 (21.52mm). Models 6020 and 6021 are designed with mounting features that can resist a line load of 1.5KN.
Posted On - 19/04/2017
Pilkington UK has collaborated with the NBS National BIM Library to make its commercial IGU products and Pilkington Planar structural glazing models available online for architects and specifiers. Building Information Modelling (BIM) is designed to improve decision making and make the design and construction of buildings more efficient and more cost-effective, as well as helping to model the performance of...
Posted On - 13/04/2017
A free trial of Thermoflex Warm Edge Spacer is now being offered by Thermoseal Group, giving potential customers the opportunity to sample the high performance flexible spacer with a lowest thermal conductivity rating of 0.135W/m2K. Sales director Mark Hickox said: “After much investment to ensure its superiority, we are delighted to be able to offer UK sealed unit manufacturers this...
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