types of glass

Annealed Glass

• Standard glass produced through slow cooling process, relatively fragile

Tempered (toughened) Glass

• Heat-treated to increase strength and safety

• Broken into small manageable pieces instead of sharp shards

Heat strengthened glass

• Semi-tempered glass that is stronger than annealed glass but not as strong as tempered glass

Laminated glass

• Two or more layers of glass bonded with an interlayer of plastic? Like PVB

• Holds together when broken, making it a safety feature for car windshields and high traffic areas

Float Glass

• Basic type of flat glass created by floating molten glass on bed of molten tin

Low-E Glass

• Features a special coating that reflects radiant heat, improving a building energy efficiency

Tinted glass

• Has colour added during manufacturing to alter its appearance and provide solar control

Coated/ mirrored glass

• Has a thin, reflective metallic coating applied to one or both sides

Insulated Glass

• Also known as double or triple glazing, consisting of two or more panes of glass separated by a spacer, creating a sealed unit to improve thermal insulation

Acoustic glass

• Designed to reduce noise transmission, making it ideal for buildings in noisy environments

Fire-resistant glass

• Engineered to withstand high temperatures and prevent the spread of fire and smoke for a specified period

Bulletproof glass

• A combination of multiple layers of glass and plastic that is designed to resist penetration from bullets

Pattern/textured glass

• Features a decorative pattern on one or both surfaces, often used for privacy or aesthetic appeal

Low iron glass

• Has minimal iron content, resulting in high clarity and transparency without the green tint found in standard glass