Benefits and advantages
In addition to the main component glass, other additional components are used in the production of double glazed units, such as frames (Aluminium and Thermo), decorative and Duplex subdivisions, pressure valves. The choice of the type of frame influences the thermal insulation of the product, the formation of cold bridges at the edges of the SP, the formation of condensation, etc.
Decorative or Duplex units, which are installed inside the double glazed unit, create an aesthetic exterior or interior of the building and also help to preserve the requirements of historical heritage. Double glazed units to be transported or installed in high areas (above 600 metres above sea level) must be ordered with built-in pressure valves and toughened glass.
Frames
Decorative partitions
Valves
The frame inside the glass unit performs an important function, which determines the comfort in your home and high energy efficiency. A high-quality frame not only reduces the heat loss of the window, but also eliminates the cold bridge at the edges of the glass unit, reducing the likelihood of condensation and fogging. You can choose from plastic, steel or aluminum frames.
| Single-chamber glass unit | Double-glazed window | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wooden windows | PVC windowi | Aluminum windows | Wooden windows | PVC windows | Aluminum windows | |
| Frame: | [W/mK] | [W/mK] | [W/mK] | [W/mK] | [W/mK] | [W/mK] |
| Aluminum | 0,081 | 0,077 | 0,111 | 0,086 | 0,075 | 0,111 |
| TGI | 0,040 | 0,040 | 0,049 | 0,039 | 0,038 | 0,044 |
| Chromatech Ultra F | 0,039 | 0,039 | 0,048 | 0,038 | 0,037 | 0,043 |
| Swisspacer Advance | 0,039 | 0,039 | 0,047 | 0,037 | 0,037 | 0,042 |
| Swisspacer Ultimate | 0,031 | 0,032 | 0,036 | 0,029 | 0,030 | 0,031 |
| Galvanized steel | ||||||
Decorative partitions are the connection of profiles of various colors and widths inside glass units. Most often, decorative partitions are used to emphasize a certain architectural style or create a unique window design. The main advantage is that glass units divided in this way are extremely easy to clean!
Duplex partitions are a plastic or aluminum insert inside a glass unit that simulates the division of the unit.
Glass units that are transported or installed in high altitudes, i.e. above 600 meters above sea level, must have tempered glass and built-in pressure valves (two-way pressure valves – Fig. 1, pressure stabilization system SWS AIR – Fig. 2), otherwise the glass units may crack, the sealant zone may come loose, and large glass units may warp.
1 pav. Two-way pressure valve
2 pav. SWS AIR system
More information about glass valves can be found in the Quality and Warranties -> Product Characteristics section.