Designing for energy performance.
Meeting energy performance standards can be a challenge. We can help.
With so many variables to consider — glass coatings, sash and frame materials, spacer systems, gas fills, gap width — designing IG packages to meet ever-changing regulations and voluntary codes can be a challenge. At Guardian, we’re ready to provide the technical support you need to satisfy any performance standard you’re trying to meet.
What’s more, we understand the operational realities of window manufacturing. So we’ll work closely with you to make sure the addition of ClimaGuard Glass to your production line goes as smoothly as possible.
When our glass is in your windows, we’re a part of your team.
Got a question? Need technical assistance? Not sure where to start? Looking for validation of a design concept? Whatever you need, don’t hesitate to include us in your design and planning process. At Guardian, we have the people and resources to quickly provide the solutions and support you need. Here are just a few of the areas where we can help:
- Product and platform planning
- Configuration modeling
- Conceptual and physical design assistance
The more you tell us, the more we can help. So let’s talk!
Energy performance = total window performance.
Understanding total window performance — instead of center-of-glass (COG) performance — is critical to meeting any performance standard.
- There is broad industry endorsement of total window performance as the appropriate measure of window U-factor and SHGC.
- Total window performance values are required to demonstrate compliance or qualification with IECC, NFRC and
ENERGY STAR. - We anticipate that total window values will be required in future legislation as well.
With so many variables in the performance equation of a window, the only way to directly and accurately compare products of different construction and components is to use total window performance as your guide. Need help? We’d be happy to walk you through everything you need to know.
Spacers, sashes, frames, and window operator types.
Total window performance is only as good as the weakest link in the chain. Which means a low-performing spacer and/or sash and framing system can offset the energy benefits of even the highest-performing glass. The reverse is also true. An energy efficient spacer or sash and framing system simply can’t do its job when paired with a poorly performing glass product. What’s more, different types of windows in the same product line with the same glazing systems and frame material will likely have different ratings.
You can wade through all the options and variables yourself. Or you can call us. Tell us what you want to achieve and we’ll help you navigate through all the options.
