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Façade - Pilkington

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Modern architectural trends inspire contemporary designers. The creation of large glass façades that bridge the exterior and interior of the building is a task that requires warm and stable solutions. Energy-efficient aluminium framing systems are increasingly used for such ambitious projects.

Glassary - F - Pilkington

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the face of a building, or the cladding covering it. a part of the façade, such as a window or spandrel panel. the distance between the glass and the rebate upstand. This is usually filled with a gasket or sealant. the glazing immediately above the door.

List of British/EU Standards and Codes of Practice - Pilkington

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There are many British and European Standards which apply directly or indirectly to glass for use in building. Although not exhaustive, the following lists some of the most commonly used. British and European Standards (BS EN) BS EN 356: Glass in building – Security glazing - Testing and classification of resistance against manual attack.

Windows - Pilkington

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Replacing or installing new windows provides the opportunity for you to enhance your home not only in terms of appearance, but in terms of energy performance and comfort, improved noise insulation, improved security, and even lower maintenance with self-cleaning glass.

Part O: What you need to know - Pilkington

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From 15 th June 2022, new Part O building regulations came into force, changing the way that architects must design new dwellings in England to prevent residents from experiencing extreme temperatures during the summer, while also reducing reliance on cooling systems.

Replacement Conservatory Roofs - Pilkington

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Revolutionary self-cleaning glass for a more practical and attractive finish. Available with solar control for greater comfort during summer months. A simple and affordable way to enhance the look and value of your home.

New Dwellings - Pilkington

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Published on 15 th December 2021 and coming into force on 15 th June 2022, the government has set out its new requirements for Part L (conservation of fuel and power) of the Building Regulations and the supporting Approved Document for new dwellings in England.

Type of Glazing

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facade systems and roof systems for fire protection. A long history of close co-operations with leading national and international system suppliers have resulted today in an unrivalled range of choice of systems in steel, aluminium, steel-and-aluminium, wood and concrete together with frameless or flush installations of the fire-resistant ...

Pilkington Activ™ Clear

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Pilkington Activ™ Clear is the original self-cleaning glass with advanced dual-action for superior results. It now forms part of the Pilkington Activ™ Range that also offers self-cleaning glass combined with solar control properties. Self-cleaning glass has been described as an impossible dream.

Pilkington energiKare™ Triple

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From new homes to older traditional buildings, Pilkington energiKare™ Triple delivers the best possible energy efficiency surpassing the best performing double glazed Insulating Glass Units (IGUs). Advances in technology have made windows a larger contributor to the energy efficiency of new homes.

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