Tempered Glass

Posted on Wednesday, July 7th, 2010 at 3:55 pm

Tempered Glass

Features of Self Cleaning Glass by Patrix Johnson

The wide gamut of glass available with various properties is used in different applications. These play a significant role in our day-to-day life and are processed through scientifically proven methods.

Double glazed units installed in doors and windows prevent the energy transfer through glass. Beaded externally or internally in windows and doors, it helps in reducing heat loss, outside noise and condensation. Sealed from the periphery the glass units are completely air tight and is known for its excellent heat retaining properties. Perfect for use in homes, offices and other areas, these units are prepared using two glass sheets with an inert gas particularly Argon in between. Easy to install these offer high performance and low maintenance. Besides acting as a non-conductive medium for thermal energy, it also offers acoustic insulation and superior safety. Tempered glass manufactured from annealed glass has four to six times improved strength. Developed by the thermal tempering process such glass bear balanced internal strength and hence does not shatter into pieces when broken. It is chemically treated and has different coating or laminates on its surface for high resistance against susceptible scratching. Tempered or toughened glass is widely used in commercial structures, furniture, vehicle windows, diving masks, overhead glazing, etc. It plays a significant role in those areas where thermal resistance, strength and safety are of prime necessity. One of the most prominent building materials is self cleaning glasses. It offers a cost effective solution for faade cleaning and is known for its unique self-cleaning properties. It undergoes photo catalytic decomposition that facilitates in preventing different organic dust particles on its surface. Owing to its outstanding features, it is widely used in glass sheet canopies, display windows, structural glazing, glass balconies etc.

The wide assortment of glass available in diverse sizes, finishes, thickness and coats finds extensive application in different purposes. Fabricated and processed using innovative treatment techniques, these glasses add to the elegance of interior and exterior of building structures.

For more information about double glazed units, self cleaning glass and tempered glass.Please visit our website: http://www.hwglass.co.uk

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