Insulated glass, also called Double Glazed Unit (DGU), consists of two or more glass panes separated by an air gap and sealed with a spacer filled with moisture-absorbing desiccant. This airtight seal prevents gas escape and blocks outside air, maintaining insulation during temperature changes.
The dry air or gas inside reduces heat transmission, making it energy efficient. Sealants protect the unit from moisture, while the desiccant ensures long-term clarity. Triple glazed units with three panes are used in extremely cold climates for enhanced insulation.
Saves on heating and cooling, by reducing air-to-air heat transfer. The enclosed layer of air makes the insulating capability about twice that of monolithic glass. Because of this, the load on the air conditioning is greatly reduced. The use of heat-absorbing or heat-reflective glass will further reduce the load on the cooling system.
Insulation glass can significantly save on exterior noise pollution. The amount of sound reduction depends on the combination of the insulating glass. Using one of the panes as laminated glass will drastically reduce sound transmission. Using dissimilar thickness of glass panes will also help combat noise.
DGU glass will marginally increase the overall strength against wind loads pressure.
With monolithic glass, the temperature difference between the outside and inside of a room will often lead to condensation. However, the insulating effect of the air layer makes it difficult for the glass to become cold enough to have condensation on its surface, giving a pleasant view through in rainy or high humidity climates.
It offers increased personal comfort and aids in energy conservation. Because of its high insulation properties, the lack of cold or warm droughts leads to a pleasant internal environment even when seated close to a glass surface.
Saves on heating and cooling, by reducing air-to-air heat transfer. The enclosed layer of air makes the insulating capability about twice that of monolithic glass. Because of this, the load on the air conditioning is greatly reduced. The use of heat-absorbing or heat-reflective glass will further reduce the load on the cooling system.
Insulation glass can significantly save on exterior noise pollution. The amount of sound reduction depends on the combination of the insulating glass. Using one of the panes as laminated glass will drastically reduce sound transmission. Using dissimilar thickness of glass panes will also help combat noise.
DGU glass will marginally increase the overall strength against wind loads pressure.
With monolithic glass, the temperature difference between the outside and inside of a room will often lead to condensation. However, the insulating effect of the air layer makes it difficult for the glass to become cold enough to have condensation on its surface, giving a pleasant view through in rainy or high humidity climates.
It offers increased personal comfort and aids in energy conservation. Because of its high insulation properties, the lack of cold or warm droughts leads to a pleasant internal environment even when seated close to a glass surface.
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