Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope® regularly supplies laminated glass for special applications such as swimming pools and aquariums, zoo enclosures, glass floors and stairs, balustrades and handrails. These applications all have structural loading conditions very different from those for conventional architectural glass and therefore require careful consideration. To date, there are no national consensus standards for these applications.
Safety & Burglary
Introduction
What is Safety & Burglary Resistant Glass?
Laminated safety glass is a multifunctional glazing material that when impacted, typically breaks safely and remains an integral part of the opening. Impulse burglaries are resisted by the tough plastic interlayer.
Where should I use it?
Applications such as doors, sidelites, patio doors, etc. that must meet the requirements of the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) 16 CFR 1201 Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Materials.
Applications
Safety & Burglary Applications
Capabilities
Safety & Burglary Capabilities
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Laminated safety glass is manufactured by permanently bonding two or more lites of clear, tinted, Low-E, patterned, wired or reflective glass with one more or more layers of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) sheets. Assembly takes place in the carefully controlled environment of a clean room, ensuring no contaminants are trapped in the product. Final bonding is achieved in an air autoclave under heat and pressure, which creates a single solid construction. See Symmetrical Lay-ups Data Chart below.
Symmetrical Lay-ups Data ChartGlass Designation Construction (glass-PVB-glass) Weight Test Standards Traditional
inchesMetric
mmTraditional
inchesMetric
mmTraditional
lbs/ft2Metric
kg/m2Safety
Category(1)UL 972
Burglary(2)1/4 5.8 Lami - 0.015 - Lami 2.7 - 0.38 - 2.7 2.93 14.30 I - 1/4 6.1 Lami - 0.030 - Lami 2.7 - 0.76 - 2.7 3.01 14.69 II - 1/4 6.4 1/8 - 0.015 - 1/8 3 - 0.38 - 3 3.33 16.26 I - 1/4 6.8 1/8 - 0.030 - 1/8 3 - 0.76 - 3 3.42 16.70 II - 5/16 7.5 1/8 - 0.060 - 1/8 3 - 1.52 - 3 3.58 17.48 II yes 5/16 8.2 1/8 - 0.090 - 1/8 3 - 2.28 - 3 3.75 18.31 II yes 3/8 10.8 3/16 - 0.030 - 3/16 5 - 0.76 - 5 5.05 24.65 II yes 7/16 11.5 3/16 - 0.060 - 3/16 5 - 1.52 - 5 5.21 25.44 II yes 7/16 12.2 3/16 - 0.090 - 3/16 5 - 2.28 - 5 5.38 26.27 II yes 1/2 12.8 1/4 - 0.030 - 1/4 6 - 0.76 - 6 6.67 32.56 II yes 9/16 13.5 1/4 - 0.060 - 1/4 6 - 1.52 - 6 6.83 33.34 II yes 9/16 14.2 1/4 - 0.090 - 1/4 6 - 2.28 - 6 7.00 34.17 II yes 13/16 21.5 3/8 - 0.060 - 3/8 10 - 1.52 - 10 10.09 49.26 II yes 13/16 22.2 3/8 - 0.090 - 3/8 10 - 2.28 - 10 10.26 50.09 II yes This table shows data for symmetrical lay-ups. Asymmetrical lay-ups, having two different thickness of glass, are also available on request.
(1) Applies to CPSC 16 CFR 1201 and CAN/CGSB-12.1. All laminated safety glass also meets ANSI Z97.1.
(2) No UL certification
Glass Colors
Laminated Glass Colors
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Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope® offers a comprehensive line of laminated glazing solutions including security glazing. The glass types listed below are included in the Laminated Glass offering. Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope® offers a variety of glass products to meet your architectural glazing design needs. Please contact Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope® for product availability and performance data as this information is subject to change without notice.
Laminated architectural glass can be fabricated using various glass types, including low-e, clear, low-iron, tinted, reflective, patterned or wired glass to achieve desired aesthetics or to improve solar control and thermal performance. Mass pigmented and decorative interlayers can also be use to provide a wide range of effects.
For monolithic, laminated or insulating glass unit performance data, please go to GlasSelect®, our on-line glass performance calculator. For a brief tutorial on how to use GlasSelect®, please click on How to Use GlasSelect® Demo.
The tables below include a selection of the most common colors available. For full details of the decorative interlayers including Vanceva® Color, Pattern, Metallic and Image see the decorative section
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Clear Glass Products Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.090" Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8” Clear - 0.035” DuPont SentryGlas® - 1/8” Clear Laminated 1/8” Clear - 0.060” DuPont SentryGlas® - 1/8” Clear Laminated 1/8” Clear - 0.090” DuPont SentryGlas® - 1/8” Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.100" Saflex® HP Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.075" StormGlass™ - 1/8" Clear Laminated 3/16" Clear - 0.030" Clear PVB - 3/16" Clear Laminated 3/16" Clear - 0.060" Clear PVB - 3/16" Clear Laminated 3/16" Clear - 0.090" Clear PVB - 3/16" Clear Laminated 3/16” Clear - 0.035” DuPont SentryGlas® - 3/16” Clear Laminated 3/16” Clear - 0.060” DuPont SentryGlas® - 3/16” Clear Laminated 3/16” Clear - 0.090” DuPont SentryGlas® - 3/16” Clear Laminated 3/16" Clear - 0.100" Saflex® HP Clear PVB - 3/16" Clear Laminated 3/16" Clear - 0.075" StormGlass™ - 3/16" Clear Laminated 1/4" Clear - 0.030" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" Clear - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" Clear - 0.090" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4” Clear - 0.035” DuPont SentryGlas® - 1/4” Clear Laminated 1/4” Clear - 0.060” DuPont SentryGlas® - 1/4” Clear Laminated 1/4” Clear - 0.090” DuPont SentryGlas® - 1/4” Clear Laminated 1/4" Clear - 0.100" Saflex® HP Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" Clear - 0.075" StormGlass™ - 1/4" Clear White Glass Products Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.015" Vanceva® Polar White (220700) PVB + 0.015" Saflex® Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Vanceva® Arctic Snow (216500) White PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Vanceva® Cool White (218000) PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Butacite® Translucent White (2165) White PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Butacite® Soft White (2180) White PVB - 1/8" Clear Grey Glass Products Tint Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Saflex® Medium Gray (654400) PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.015" Vanceva® Evening Shadow (835000) PVB + 0.015" Saflex® Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.015" Vanceva® Smoke Gray (837800) PVB + 0.015" Saflex® Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Butacite® Gray (6544) PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Gray - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Gray - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/8" Gray Laminated 3/16" Gray - 0.060" Clear PVB - 3/16" Clear Laminated 3/16" Gray - 0.060" Clear PVB - 3/16" Gray Laminated 1/4" Gray - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" Guardian MidnightGray™ High Performance Tint - 0.060” Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" Pilkington SuperGrey™ High Performance Tint - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" PPG Graylite® II High Performance Tint - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Reflective Laminated 1/4" PPG Solarcool® Gray Reflective #2 - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" PPG Solarcool® Graylite® Reflective #2 - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Bronze Glass Products Tint Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Saflex® Light Bronze (645200) PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Butacite® Bronze (6452) PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Bronze - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Bronze - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/8" Bronze Laminated 3/16" Bronze - 0.060" Clear PVB - 3/16" Clear Laminated 3/16" Bronze - 0.060" Clear PVB - 3/16" Bronze Laminated 1/4" Bronze - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Reflective Laminated 1/4" PPG Solarcool® Bronze Reflective #2 - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Green Glass Products Tint Laminated 1/8" Green - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Green - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/8" Green Laminated 3/16" Green - 0.060" Clear PVB - 3/16" Clear Laminated 3/16" Green - 0.060" Clear PVB - 3/16" Green Laminated 1/4" Green - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" Guardian TwilightGreen™ High Performance Tint - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" Pilkington EverGreen™ High Performance Tint - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" PPG Atlantica™ High Performance Tint - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Reflective Laminated 1/4" PPG Solarcool® Solexia™ Reflective #2 - 0.060" Saflex® Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" PPG Vistacool™ Atlantica™ Reflective #2 - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Blue-Green Glass Products Tint Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Saflex® Medium Blue-Green (377300) PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.030" Butacite® Light Blue-Green (3773) PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/4" Pilkington Optifloat™ Blue-Green Tint - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" PPG Azuria™ High Performance Tint - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Reflective Laminated 1/4" PPG Solarcool® Azuria™ (2) - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Blue Glass Products Tint Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.015" Vanceva® Aquamarine (827800) PVB + 0.015" Saflex® Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.015" Vanceva® Sapphire (825000) PVB + 0.015" Saflex® Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/8" Clear - 0.015" Vanceva® True Blue (841400) PVB + 0.015" Saflex® Clear PVB - 1/8" Clear Laminated 1/4" Pilkington Arctic Blue™ - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" PPG Solarblue™ - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" PPG Pacifica™ High Performance Tint - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Reflective Laminated 1/4" PPG Solarcool® Pacifica™ Reflective #2 - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" PPG Solarcool® Solarblue™ Reflective #2 - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear Laminated 1/4" PPG Vistacool™ Pacifica™ Reflective #2 - 0.060" Clear PVB - 1/4" Clear
Installation Guidelines
Bullet Resistant, ArmorResist® Installation Guidelines
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These guidelines are to be used in addition to, and in conjunction with, the guidelines in the latest edition of the Glazing Manual published by the Glass Association of North America and Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope® Glazing Instructions. These should be included as part of the glazing specifications. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in voiding of the warranty.
Setting Blocks
All laminated glass should be installed on setting blocks positioned on the lower edge at the quarter points. The setting block should have a Shore A durometer of 85±5, support the entire thickness of the glass and be 0.1" long, per square foot of glazing, but not less than 4" in length. Ensure that the setting blocks are manufactured from Santoprene, Silicone, EPDM or any other material compatible with silicone and the rest of the glazing components. Pay particular attention to compatibility when the laminated glass contains a
polycarbonate.Clearances
Adequate clearances must be maintained to prevent glass damage or breakage as a result of glass-tometal contact. A minimum of a 1/8" face clearance should be maintained using a cushioning material. Edge clearance should be a minimum of 1/4"; however, due to the expansion of polycarbonate, any laminate containing this material should have a 1/16" edge clearance per foot of glass length. To reduce in-service breakage, avoid excessive clamping pressures, especially on thin annealed glass.
Edge Engagement
All forced-entry and bullet resistant glass must have a minimum of a 1" edge engagement. Clearances and setting block allowances are in addition to this engagement. Any reduction in this edge engagement can cause the performance of the product to be reduced and the test certificate may no longer be applicable.
Weep System
The edges of laminated glass must not be exposed to standing water. All framing systems must be designed to accommodate a reliable weep system, as no cap seal is 100% reliable. In addition, it is extremely important that any cleaning solutions used on either face of the glass be allowed to drain out of the frame. It is the responsibility of the designer and the installer to ensure that the weep system works correctly. Do not glaze any laminated glass in a system without adequate drainage.
Sealants and Caulking
An appropriate sealant should be used to seal the glazing to the frame. Sealant and caulking manufacturers regularly change their products' raw materials. Therefore, it is essential that the installer checks with the appropriate manufacturer for compatibility of any product, before use. This is particularly important for security glazing containing polycarbonate, as some solvents used in sealants can cause crazing and ultimate failure of the product. This warning also applies to any varnishes, primers or paints used on the framing system. These finishes should be allowed to fully dry before glazing commences.
Threat Surface
Most bullet-resistant glazing products and some forced-entry products are not symmetrical and have a threat side, attack face or impact face. All glass of this type supplied by Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope® is shipped with a removable label specifying the impact face. This side MUST be installed toward the threat side. Failure to do this can seriously affect the ability of the product to resist the specified threat. This label should be left on until final inspection and/or sign-off occurs.
Storage
Shipments should be scheduled so that glass is stored on the site for a maximum of 30 days. If the glass is to be stored for longer than this, it should be removed from the construction site to a controlled environment. When on the site, store crates indoors and keep them dry. Ensure that the stored glass remains above the dew point at all times; otherwise, condensation and staining can occur. Protect the
crates from exposure and possible damage from the practices of other construction trades.Handling
Only remove the glass from the crates when it is ready to be installed. Remove glass from the front of the crate–never by sliding to the side. On security glass with exposed polycarbonate, pay particular attention to this face. Never allow glass to rest on uncushioned surfaces. When exposed polycarbonate is supplied with a protective removable sheet, this must be removed immediately after the installation. Never allow the sun to bake this protective film on to the glazing. Never allow anything to rest against the glass. DO NOT install any glass that has been damaged, however slightly. Even small cracks at the edges can ultimately "run" due to thermal expansion while in service. Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope® does not warrant glass breakage.
Cleaning
Do not expose the edges of any laminated glass to organic solvents, acids or any cleaner containing ammonia, which can react with the plastic components. Once the glazing is installed, the glazing contractor should ensure that the glazing is protected from possible damage caused by the construction practices of other trades. Take particular care during the initial cleaning, especially if the surfaces are severely soiled. Never attempt to remove dry deposits. NEVER use a sharp blade or scraper to remove deposits or clean
the glass.First flush with water to soften and remove as many contaminants as possible. Then use a clean squeegee to remove excess water, ensuring that abrasive deposits do not get trapped between the squeegee and the glass surface. Then use a mild nonabrasive, nonalkaline cleaner and a soft, grit-free cloth to clean the glass. Rinse immediately with water, removing excess water with a squeegee.
For routine cleaning, a mild soap or detergent, with lukewarm water, can be used with a clean, grit-free cloth. Dry the surface immediately and never allow metallic or hard objects, such as razor blades or scrapers, to come into contact with the glass.
Cleaning Exposed Polycarbonate
All exposed polycarbonate has a mar-resistant coating; however, extra care must be taken to avoid scratching or other damage. Do not use any abrasive cleaners or solvents. Wash with a mild detergent and lukewarm water, using a clean, grit-free cloth. Rinse immediately with clean water and dry with a chamois or moist cellulose sponge to avoid water spots. Fresh paint, grease and smeared glazing compounds can be removed using isopropyl alcohol. Afterward, wash with warm water and a mild detergent, as noted above.
Performance
Safety & Burglary Performance
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Laminated safety glass is tested using a taped, leather bag filled with lead shot weighing 100 lbs. A standard size piece of glass is clamped vertically in a frame. The impactor is supported from a wire cable so that it will impact the glass in the center. The ball is lifted to the required height and allowed to swing freely into the glass. Numerous cracks and fissures may occur, but no shearing or opening, through which a 3-inch diameter sphere may pass freely, will develop.
Specifications
Safety & Burglary Specifications
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