GLASS & SEALEDUNITS
Jumbo laminated glass production line added at Russia plant
» TO SUPPORT THE increasing demand for laminated glass in Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States , Guardian Glass is adding a new jumbo laminated glass production line at its Ryazan , Russia plant .
As one of the world ’ s largest manufacturers of float , coated and fabricated glass products , with 26 float lines around the globe , Guardian is taking a natural step forward in its strong , longstanding laminating capability . As a result , Guardian Glass Russia will offer the region an improved product mix including SunGuard ® and ClimaGuard ® coatings on laminated substrates for various applications .
Rising global demand for laminated glass is driven in part by architects and building owners demanding :
Safety : When laminated glass breaks , it tends to stay within its frame because of the clear PVB interlayers , lessening the chance of injury .
Maximum natural light : Larger insulating glass units , that combine Guardian high performance coatings and laminated glass , deliver expansive views as well as safety and security while managing light transmission and solar heat gain .
Noise reduction : Acoustic laminated glass helps to reduce noise to create a more peaceful ambiance .
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Clear Leaders
» A FRAMELESS GLASS balustrade has given a modern residential building in Pontefract a perfect near-invisible finish , thanks to glass supplied by leading safety glass specialists TuffX .
The first floor of the gablefronted property is set back slightly from the one below , leaving a full length but narrow roof terrace accessible from the upper storey . The customer brief was for a safe , secure yet completely unobtrusive balcony solution to make the most of this slim space , so TuffX supplied 15 panels of 17.5mm toughened
and laminated clear safety glass with dubbed corners for a totally frameless balustrade .
The slimline , frameless balustrade also makes the most of the limited room available on the narrow terrace . Space , light , views and safety have all been maximised with this great looking , easy to maintain glass balustrade solution .
“ Slim , safe and aesthetically pleasing , frameless glass balustrades make a sleek and unobtrusive addition to any property , and are as practical as they are desirable ,” said TuffX ’ s Managing Director Graham Price . “ Whatever your customer ’ s requirements , at TuffX we have the perfect specialist toughened glass solutions – along with all the advice you need – to make it happen .”
www . tuffxglass . co . uk
THE FITTING IS ‘ MEGA ’ EASY
» SAFETY AND EASE OF installation go hand in hand with CRL ’ s MEGAgrip , a heavy-duty balustrade system suitable for commercial situations . MEGAgrip is a fully adjustable 3kN commercial balustrade system , designed as a highly-durable public safety barrier for large commercial constructs , such as sports stadiums , transport hubs and similar venues where there is a risk of overcrowding .
One of the simplest balustrade systems to fit and adjust thanks to its patented screwclamp technology to secure the glass in place , MEGAgrip is a dry-glazed system , with no specialist tools are required , so the glass can easily be removed and replaced if required . Lightweight and strong , the balustrade system can easily be upgraded with a simple conversion kit , to become a bomb-resistant or bulletproof balustrade system .
Precision engineered using extruded aluminium with a geometrically hollowed out core , providing an incredible strength to weight ratio , MEGAgrip is frameless system . The system also includes a complete accessory range designed to complement any installation , from end caps to create a tidy finish when the balustrade doesn ’ t finish against a fixed point , side cladding , top bead and 90-degree pre-fabricate corners .
www . crlaurence . co . uk
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