uPVC Window Manufacturers

Discover the Superior Benefits of Vacuum Glazing for uPVC Windows

Welcome to the uPVC Window Manufacturers page, where we explore the remarkable advantages of integrating vacuum insulated glass into uPVC window applications. NuGen Glass introduces an innovative solution that combines advanced technology with outstanding energy efficiency, making it an excellent choice for various uPVC window projects. With its exceptional insulation properties and sleek design, revolutionising the performance and aesthetics of uPVC windows, offering an ideal solution for contemporary and sustainable building designs. In this comprehensive guide, discover how vacuum insulated glass can enhance the performance and visual appeal of your uPVC windows.

Ideal Product: Optimum

Addressing your specific needs

But what about the specific details that matter to you as uPVC Window Manufacturers? Let’s address them:

What about the plugs and getters

In Heritage and Optimum units, plugs and getters are located within a 20mm border around the unit. These components are concealed within a standard glazing rebate, offering a sleek appearance. On smaller units, the aligning of getters and plugs along the same horizontal edge enables shuffle glazing to completely hide them, further enhancing window performance.

Micro-Pillars

Commonly known as “the dots,” these micro-pillars prevent glass panes from touching under the high vacuum pressure. Vacuum glass advanced technology ensures significantly fewer micro-pillars compared to other vacuum glazing options. Moreover, the coloration of the pillars makes them inconspicuous, rendering them virtually invisible when viewed from a standard distance of 2m.

Benefits over slim double-glazing

While slim double glazing may have served its purpose in the past, the industry is rapidly progressing toward higher sustainability and energy conservation expectations. Slim double glazing falls short in terms of heat retention, exhibits double reflection even in the slimmest units, and has shorter lifespans with higher breakdown rates. By embracing vacuum insulated glass, you position yourself at the forefront of these advancements.

Benefits over triple glazing

Sustainability and energy conservation expectations from specifiers and the general public are advancing quickly. Triple glazing is an option for better performance, but it is thick and heavy. This can lead to the requirement to alter sections to house the thicker unit. Vacuum glazing is slimmer, lighter also has the benefit of looking much more traditional than triple glazing. The U-values and Acoustic performance of vacuum glass are also much greater than a typical triple glazed unit.

Glass weight and window design

As energy efficiency requirements increase, manufacturers seek more efficient glass units. However, adding more glass panes and cavities results in a substantial increase in weight per square meter. This weight, combined with the market’s demand for increased glass sightlines and larger pane sizes, poses challenges for manufacture and installation. Ironmongery systems struggle to keep pace with these changes, leading to potential reductions.

Maximum and minimum unit sizes

The maximum unit size 1500mm x 2500mm. Vacuum glazing units are actually more rigid than typical double glazing due to the vacuum, but as units get larger they may be made using thicker glass panes. The minimum unit size is typically 300mm x 300mm, but smaller sizes can often be made on demand. The minimum unit size for pricing is 0.3m2.

Shaped glass units

Vacuum glass is available in a variety of shapes. The maximum width to Height ratio 1:6 for 8.3mm, if the ratio is any larger then it will need to be 10.3mm. Any shape with a right angle and single point of radius is possible. Isosceles triangles or right-angled triangles with a hypotenuse greater that 370mm are also possible. In all cases, CAD drawings must be supplied for any shape orders. If you aren’t sure, then just ask!

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