Laminated Glass

Laminated glass is a type of safety glass that holds together when shattered. In the event of breaking, it is held in place by an interlayer, typically of polyvinyl butyral (PVB), between its two or more layers of glass. The interlayer keeps the layers of glass bonded even when broken, and its high strength prevents the glass from breaking up into large sharp pieces. This produces a characteristic "spider web" cracking pattern when the impact is not enough to completely pierce the glass.

Laminated glass is normally used when there is a possibility of human impact or where the glass could fall if shattered. When broken by impact, laminated architectural glass tends to remain integral in its frame, minimizing the risk of injury from sharp edges and flying or falling glass particles, and strongly resists penetration by the impacting object or person.

Shopfront glazing and windshields are typically laminated glasses. The PVB interlayer also gives the glass a much higher sound insulation rating, due to the damping effect, and also blocks 99% of transmitted UV light.

Properties:

• Displays the visual appearance of monolithic float glass
• Offers greater personal safety after breakage because it tends to remain in the frame
• Can provide security against hurricanes, burglary, bombs, bullets, etc.
• Provides improved sound control due to the sound-damping capabilities of the PVB interlayer
• Provides UV protection and thus used for anti fading applications
• Use of solar control glasses provide Solar and thermal control
• Provides Sound control and thus used in acoustical protection

Application

• Sloped/Overhead Glazing
• Museums, Prisons, Government Buildings
• Jewelry Stores, Banks, Airports
• Safety Glazing Applications
• Schools, Hospitals, Hotels
• Interior Partitions, Office Buildings

Specification

• Maximum Size : 2500mm x 4500mm
• Minimum Size : 300mm x 450mm
• Glass Thickness: 3mm - 19mm
• Glass Types: Clear, Tinted, Reflective, Low e
• PVB Thickness: 0.38mm,.76mm,1.14mm,1.52mm
• PVB Color: Clear, Opaque and any other color on demand