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Laminated safety glass is an A grade safety glass, consisting of two pieces of glass held together with a PVB ( Polyvinyl Butyral) interlayer. When broken the panel will stay intact adhering to the interlayer, offering a barrier to the elements and reduce the likelihood of injury.


Other benefits of laminated safety glass include:

UV Protection:
The PVB interlayer eliminates up to 99% of the sun's UV rays protecting your carpets, curtains and furniture from fading.

SECURITY: 
The PVB interlayer will resist penetration when under attack, making it difficult for the entry of intruders depending on the severity of the impact, as it would be a slow and noisy process to penetrate. For further security features we can also supply 6.52mm Lamguard and 11.52mm Anti-Bandit laminated glass.

SOUND REDUCTION:
Laminated glass will improve sound reduction due to the vibration dampening effect of the PVB interlayer.

CLEAR
PERFORMANCE DATA
AVAILABLE IN
VLT
VLR
U VALUE
SHADING Co.
SHGC
5.38mm
     
6.38mm
88
9
5.8
0.92
0.79
8.38mm
86
9
5.7
0.87
0.75
10.38mm
85
9
5.6
0.84
0.72
12.38mm
84
9
5.6
0.81
0.70
GREY
PERFORMANCE DATA
6.38mm
44
6
5.8
0.72
0.62
8.38mm
43
6
5.7
0.69
0.59
10.38mm
42
6
5.6
0.67
0.58
12.38mm
43
7
5.6
0.65
0.56
BRONZE
PERFORMANCE DATA
6.38mm
53
7
5.8
0.75
0.65
8.38mm
51
7
5.7
0.71
0.61
10.38mm
50
6
5.6
0.69
0.59
12.38mm
50
6
5.6
0.67
0.58
GREEN
PERFORMANCE DATA
6.38mm
72
8
5.8
0.84
0.73
8.38mm
70
8
5.7
0.79
0.69
10.38mm
69
8
5.6
0.77
0.66
12.38mm
69
7
5.6
0.75
0.65

Supergreen Laminate
Provides a soft green crisp appearance with improved performance over standard green laminate.

SUPERGREEN
PERFORMANCE DATA
AVAILABLE IN
VLT
VLR
U VALUE
SHADING Co.
SHGC
6.38mm
67
8
5.7
0.60
0.52

Translucent Laminate:
Suitable for decorative and screening applications. Consists of a white interlayer with clear glass.

CLEAR
PERFORMANCE DATA
AVAILABLE IN
VLT
VLR
U VALUE
SHADING Co.
SHGC
6.38mm
55
6
5.7
0.72
0.62
10.38mm
Does not have separate data, is similar enough to above.

Comfort Plus:
Is manufactured with a permanent transparent coating which is glazed to the inside of the building, giving you the comfort benefits for both Summer, reducing the sun’s heating, glare and UV, and Winter, providing thermal insulation and reduces heat loss through the glass by over 30%, compared to standard glass. Extra care is required when cleaning any coated glass. Refer to our recommended cleaning coated glass page.

NEUTRAL
PERFORMANCE DATA
AVAILABLE IN
VLT
VLR
U VALUE
SHADING Co.
SHGC
6.38mm
59
7
3.6
0.60
0.51
10.38mm
Does not have separate data, is similar enough to above.
CLEAR
PERFORMANCE DATA
6.38mm
82
10
3.6
0.79
0.68
10.38mm
Does not have separate data, is similar enough to above.
GREEN
PERFORMANCE DATA
6.38mm
71
9
3.60
0.59
0.50
10.38mm
66
9
3.56
0.51
0.44

Patterned Laminate:
6.76mm Spotswood Laminate & 6.76mm Showertex Laminate. Patterned laminates require a .76mm interlayer due to the contours in the patterned glass and is laminated to clear glass

6.38mm Laminate Mirror:
Is an A Grade safety glass and meets AS1288 Human impact requirements.

WHP Windscreen High Performance:
6.76mm Clear and Green.
There is a large range of energy efficient laminate with solar control and insulation features available, for more information on these products or any other glass please contact our sales department.

GLASS PERFORMANCE CHART DEFINITIONS
VLT
Visible Light Transmission
Percentage of visible light passing through the glass. The higher the percentage the more daylight.

VLR
Visible Light Reflection
Percentage of visible light reflected toward the exterior

U Value
Is a measure of the rate of heat gain or loss though glazing due to environmental differences between outdoor and indoor air.

SHGC
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
The proportion of total solar radiation that is transferred through the glass at normal incidence. It comprises the direct solar transmission (5) and the part of the solar absorption dissipated inwards by radiation and convection. The lower the number the better the solar performance.

Shading Coefficient
The ratio of solar heat gain through the glass relative to that through 3mm clear glass. The lower the number the better the performance.

Replacement Policy

Highland Glass has a replacement policy for for it's customers, this document is available from download page 2. Click the following link to access the Replacement Policy PDF.

Terms and Conditions

Highland Glass has a terms and conditions policy for for it's customers, this document is also available from download page 2. Click the following link to access the Terms and Conditions Policy PDF.

Recommended Cleaning Routine for coated glass products.

These glass products have a very thin coating on the interior surface of the glass.

Extra care is required when cleaning:

  • Any scratching will penetrate the surface of the coating and cannot be repaired.
  • Any excessive mechanical treatment might remove the coating.
  • Avoid all contact with metal objects.
  • Avoid all chemicals that would attack the surface and damage it irreparably.

DO NOT USE:

  • Any products containing hydrofluoric acid or fluorine derivatives.
  • Highly acidic and alkaline products as they are abrasive.

RECOMMENDED:

  • A mixture of one part vinegar with ten parts water.
  • Windex Surface and glass cleaner. ( Clear liquid available at supermarkets ) Produced by SC Johnson & Son Pty Ltd.
  • Use a clean, lint free towel or cloth

 

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