Float Glass

Float glass, also known as soda-

lime glass, is manufactured from
sodium silicate by controlled
cooling. Float glass is glass having
a superior quality of optic clarity.
Float glass is available in various
thickness sizes ranging from 2mm
to 20mm, respectively. Operations
like drilling, cutting, bending, and
polishing are possible to be
carried out on float glass.
Float glass is unable to resist
shock and also has a low tension
capacity, which is considered its
major drawback. These types of
glass are used for window glass in
shops and public places.
Cast Glass
Cast iron is an artisan glass
technique in which a smooth glass
is kiln fired onto a mold to create
pattern and texture . The result is
a multi-sensory work of art that
conveys bespoke luxury and
elevated design
Glass Blocks
Glass blocks which are also known
as glass bricks sometimes are
blocks of glass manufactured by
combining two halves pressed and
annealed during the melting
process of glass. This type of glass
block is chiefly used to improve
the aesthetic appearance of a
structure.
Foamed Glass

Foamed Glass: is a porous glass foam

material. Its advantages as a
building material include its light weight,
high strength, and thermal and acoustic
insulating properties
 Decorative Glass

decorative glass panels can add

an extra layer of depth to the
stained glassBrilliant cut glass design of a door or window.
stained glass, brilliant cut glass,
etched glass, textured glass and
fused glass are different type of
decorative glass.
Etched glass Textured glass

Fused glass
Solor control Glass

Solar control glass is a double or

triple-glazed glass with a metal
oxide coating on the inner face of
the external glass unit. The metal
oxide's special coating on glass
reflects the sun's maximum UV
rays as well as the unbearable
heat by allowing natural light to
pass through.
Because of its reflecting property,
solar control glass is also called
reflective glass, which is
capable of maintaining more
natural light and a pleasant indoor
environment.
Toughened Glass

Toughened glass, also known as

safety glass or tempered glass, is
a specially processed glass that is
manufactured while keeping in
mind its strength and its ability to
resist breaking. This type of glass
is very tough and does not break
easily.
By chance, if it breaks, it breaks
into smaller pieces which
eliminates the chances of anyone
getting injured due to it.
Toughened glass is mostly seen in
kitchens, shower screens, etc.
Wired Glass

Wired glass is a special type of

glass in which a wired mesh is
present in between the structure
of glass. This wire mesh is
inserted at the time of production
of the glass itself.
The main objective of wire mesh is
to hold the glass together when it
is either cracked or broken. This
type of glass is generally used in
industries and garages.
Laminated Glass

Laminated glass is a sandwiched

glass consisting of two or more
layers of glass combined using a
transparent and flexible material.
Laminated glass is soundproof
glass.
It is usually thicker and heavier as
compared to other types of glass,
as it is made up of more than one
layer of glass. Laminated glass is
widely used for making aquariums
and in the construction of bridges.
Fire resistant Glass

Fire resistant glass is a specially

laminated glass that helps the pro
duct
withstand high amounts of heat.
As a result, they can prevent fire
from spreading from one side of
the glass to another. The logic is
that you should be able to call for
help while the fire is contained
within a specific location. This
type of glass can also help prevent
the spread of smoke. As you may
know, smoke caused by fire is
quite dangerous, as excessive
smoke inhalation can be fatal.
Thus, installing fire resistant glass
strutural Glass

The term
‘structural glass’ is a wide-reachin
g product term
used to describe a
frameless glass assembly where
the glass is taking an element of
the structural load. The structural
load that the glass is designed to
take will depend on the location
and purpose of the glass element.
A
structural glass floor for instance
will be designed to withstand a wa
lk on load
across its surface whereas a
frameless glass balustrade installa
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF GLASS

•Transparency
•Translucency
•Good insulator
•Absorbs, refracts and transmits light
•Can take up high polish and become a substitute for costly gems
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF
GLASS

•It is affected by alkalies

•It is not affected by air
•It is not affected by water
•It is not affected by acid
•It is not easily affected by ordinary chemical reagents
 Use of glass in architecture

•Countertops: Installing a glass counter is possible in your home's kitchen

or even in bathrooms you have for yourself and for guests.

•Flooring: Installing glass flooring is a bigger project to take on, but can
result in uniquely lit and reflective floors that you have never seen or
experienced before.

•Walls: If you are feeling extra creative, consider implementing an entire

glass wall to draw attention to a particular room or space in your home.
•Mirrors: Customized architectural mirrors are also available to use
as a focal point of a space or to help draw attention to the
reflective nature of the mirror itself.

•Exterior designs: One of the most common uses of architectural

glass includes building structures for the exterior of buildings, both
residential homes, and commercial properties alike. Using
architectural glass to complete the look and aesthetic of a property
can go a long way in terms of curb appeal as well as the overall
value of your home or place of business itself.

•Standalone art installations: For those who are actively engaged

with the commercial art scene, building standalone art installations
with the use of architectural glass is extremely popular. The use of
glass can attract attention from miles away, and can provide a
beautiful and peaceful atmosphere for all of those in its presence.
Using architectural glass to build and erect standalone art
installations is one of the most popular choices for those who are
interested in making a statement as artists or even as architects
themselves.
glass and energy efficiency

Glass plays a critical role in building energy efficiency, impacting

insulation, solar heat gain, and overall energy performance

Various performance ratings, such as:

- U-factor: Measures heat retention.
- Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC): Blocks heat from the sun.
- Visible Transmittance: Allows light through glass.

U factor

• Measures how well a window keeps heat inside.

• Lower numbers indicate better insulation.
• Key for colder climates with cold winters.
• Good U-factor: Less than 0.30.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)

• Measures how much heat from the sun enters the home.
• Lower SHGC values are better for hot climates.
• Good SHGC: 0.25 or lower for hot climates, higher for colder regions.

Visible Transmittance

• Measures how much light passes through a window.

• Low E coatings can reduce solar heat without blocking light.
Triple Pane Glazing & Energy Efficiency
• Combines Low E coatings, gas fills, and proper glazing for
maximum energy efficiency.
• Windows are certified by the National Fenestration Rating
Council (NFRC).
current innovations GRP/FRP panels: GRP is manufactured by
combining hundreds of glass strands together
using a pigmented thermosetting UV resin.
Glass-reinforced plastics are also used to
produce house building components such as
roofing laminate, canopies etc. The material is
light and easy to handle.
It is used in the construction of composite

housing and insulation to reduce heat loss.

Architectural lightweight Cladding Panels,
Weather resistant Cantilever Stadium Ceilings
and Vaults, Logos, Emblems, Manhole Liners,
Modular Buildings, Kiosks, Car Park Shades,
Facias, Water Tanks, Sewage Holding Tanks,
Fountains, Translucent Domes, Corrugated
Roofing, etc.
current innovations

GRG : is made from natural gypsum

powder and glassfiber and biosurfactant
additive and water, it's an quality improved
gypsum based on Alpha gypsum powder,
higher strength and hardness better
performance than alpha gypsum.
used for interior decorations such as GRG
ceiling panels, GRG artistics, GRG Roman
pillars, GRG walls, GRG domes, etc all are
gypsum products inside building.
current innovations

GFRC is glass fiber reinforced concrete

with a minimum thickness of 1/2". True
GFRC incorporates cast-in-place steel
skeletons with re-bar outriggers which in
turn are welded to the building structure.
GFRC components can be supplied pre-
colored.
current innovations

GRC is glassfiber reinforced cement that is typically 5/16" thick and

mechanically attached via screws. GRC is lighter in weight which
makes it possible to install larger components without major lifting
equipment. GRC is primed and painted on site.
GRC can be broken and cracking when the temperature change a lot.