Architects are incorporating more glass in buildings for better aesthetics, improved daylighting, and occupancy comfort. The use of Laminated Glass by ITI Glass allows enhanced design performance beyond basic safety to provide burglary, forced entry resistance, and for applications where post-breakage safety is of concern.
Laminated glass by ITI Glass is created by assembling 2 or more glass substrates separated by PVB or SentryGlas® interlayers selected to meet various aesthetic and security glazing requirements.
Glazing Considerations for Laminated Glass
ITI laminated glass must be installed in a glazing system that incorporates a weep system. It is essential that the edges of the glass remain dry and not exposed to water vapor for extended periods of time. Prolonged exposure to solvents, solvent vapors (including that of acetoxy silicones), water or water vapor may cause delamination or haziness around the periphery.
Use of non-approved sealants contacting the laminated interlayer voids our warranty.
Special note regarding use of Portland or gypsum-based grouts with ITI laminated glass. Due to a change in glass railing building codes, there has been a change from using monolithic tempered glass are now requiring laminated glass. Prior to these code changes it was a common practice to use Portland or gypsum-based cements as the grout for installing monolithic tempered glass. Portland or gypsum-based cements are not compatible with laminated glass and their use can lead to fracture and/or delamination. Glazing our laminated glass with these grouts voids our laminated glass warranty.
For structural applications, such as balustrades, point-fixed facades, canopies, etc., with exposed edges in a costal environment and, critically, where post-breakage strength is also vital, SentryGlas® is the recommended interlayer for its high edge stability and stiffness.
Special product Limited Liability Warranties are available upon request.