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Solutia Inc. announced the commercial availability of Saflex DG structural interlayer for architectural laminated glass. Saflex DG, designed for applications in which increased interlayer rigidity and high glass adhesion are required, combines the benefits of a rigid interlayer with the features of glass containment, UV screening, edge stability and clarity, according to a company release. Saflex...
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The Architectural Glass Configurator by PPG Industries is now available as a downloadable desktop widget for Windows and Mac computers. The glass configurator helps architects identify the best architectural glass for their projects by enabling them to view and compare the aesthetics and performance data of every PPG glass product. By downloading the configurator widget directly to their...
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Pilkington North America released a new fire protection glass brochure for the North American market that provides information on the benefits of Pilkington Pyrostop glass in a variety of architectural applications. The brochure also explains how Pilkington Pyrostop glass performs in a fire. It is available online at www.pilkington.com/fire.
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Safe Zone Ballistics LLC developed an aluminum glazing system that combines the advantages of commercially available high specification extrusions, with the security requirements of blast and ballistic resistance. The blast-resistant systems consist of an outer-frame profile; a sash profile that can be used for both top-hung and topswing opening vents; a standard transom/mullion profile; and...
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Glaston introduced the Glaston ToolEx service to help customers make sure they always have the right tools, at the right time, according to a release. Designed to optimize pre-processors stock and order management, the service uses a Glaston-provided computer with a barcode reader and access to a Webbased service that allows for automatic restocking and order management. For pre‐processors, the...
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Venture Tape added two new products to its glazing product line. The VG700 Series and VG1200 Series glazing tapes are closed-cell polyolefin foam tapes with a differential adhesive system designed for window and door glazing applications. The double-coated foam systems adhere to PVC and other typical sash and frame materials, and also offer excellent adhesion to glass, according to a company...
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Bendheim introduced Color Coated glass switch plates to add finishing touches to back-painted wall claddings and backsplashes. The switch plates can be made to match the standard or custom backpainted color of the main application. Customers can select from the entire spectrum of colors—from Pantone and paint manufacturers' color chips, to prints, fabrics and metallic hues, according to a release...
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Jockimo Inc. introduced its hand silvered framed mirror line, The Walling Collection. The line of mirrors is handmade in the United States by Jockimo artisans and features fine hand silvered glass, organically antiqued with distressing indicative of true antique mirrors. Jockimo specializes in producing custom-sized framed mirrors, but also offers standard sizes. Various finishes are available,...
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MyGlassTruck.com announced the release of the Hero, an enclosed glass carrier truck body that is available in 12-foot, 14-foot and 16-foot lengths. Engineered for maximum strength and minimal weight, Hero offers good fuel economy and more payload capacity than bodies constructed of heavier materials riding on the same chassis, according to a company release. Hero's efficient design utilizes...
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3M Dichroic Films for laminated glass offer a colorful and unusual decorative look to architectural glass. They provide the value of a high-end look without the high-end cost of coated glass, according to a company release. The film comes in two color options, gold-blue and copper-bronze, and the color of the glass changes from different viewing angles. The films can be patterned or used in...