Asahi Glass’ PairPlus series of Ecoglass energy-saving window glasses now includes a low-cost model – 14% cheaper than existing products – suitable for remodelling of windows on mid and upper levels of buildings.
Asahi Glass Co. Ltd. (AGC) is expanding its PairPlus series of Ecoglass energy-saving window glasses by releasing a low-cost model – 14% cheaper than existing products – suitable for remodelling of windows on mid and upper levels of buildings.
PairPlus Air is made by filling dry air in the air layer between two sheets of glass, instead of argon gas as with existing products. All components of PairPlusE and PairPlus Air have wind pressure resistance up to 2800 Pa, making them suitable for installation in rooms on the mid and upper levels of buildings where wind pressure is strong. AGC will also launch thick-glass models (18mm), suitable for use in glass-fronted premises.
AGC’s PairPlus, released in February 2009, has been increasingly used in a wide range of buildings from single-family housing and condominium units to schools and commercial buildings as it is highly evaluated for its distinctive features including high heat-shielding in summer and thermal insulation in winter, helping save energy all year around by cutting utility costs for air-conditioning by about 20% (in Tokyo). The unit can also be mounted to existing single glazing sashes with a simple installation procedure that requires only 30 to 60 minutes per window.