The right glass selection can mitigate the effects of solar heat gain while allowing outdoor views and natural light, creating a more comfortable learning environment for students and teachers, while not requiring extra ongoing operational costs. 

Glass balustrades can elevate building design, but for a safe and compliant installation it is crucial to consider both glass and hardware together.

Insights into the complexities of Low E coating and their importance in making informed choices.

Recent modelling by Jason Quinn of Sustainable Engineering found that improper glass choice and orientation could lead to over 33% increased risk of this specific house design overheating, as evidenced by the graph. What are some options that will reduce the risk of overheating from solar gain?

This month I look at considerations for inspecting structural glass and crack patterns.

Compatible sealant, fixing and hardware are important for ensuring the safety and performance of structural glass. 

Understanding the rules of glass selection for each application is key for achieving safe breakage and avoiding sudden collapse. 

What causes structural glass failure? In this month's blog post, I look at the properties and behaviour of glass. 

There are mainly three types of glass; annealed glass, heat-strengthened glass and toughened glass. Here's a look at how we can expect each to perform. 

The use of energy-efficient glass delivers a more comfortable building interior and helps reduce energy costs across the service life of the building.