ThermoTech - Viridian

Maximum energy savings,superior interior comfortEnergyGlass plays an increasingly important role as Thermoplastic Spacer TPS ®. Reduced condensation Clear 2.5 0.71 78building regulations place great emphasis on TPS ® is a butyl-based thermoplastic material. It issaving energy in both residential and commercial UV stable with integrated desiccant and applieddesigns. The selection of increased thermal directly onto the glass by a computer-controlledinsulation, or glass with a lower U Value, combined nozzle. This non-metallic spacer offers thewith solar control, is an important decision in ultimate heat insulation. In itself, it is an effectivea building envelope’s thermal performance. gas and moisture barrier. Units are supplied withViridian ThermoTech is a range of sealedpolysulphide secondary seal as standard. Theinsulating glass units that offer improvedspace is filled with argon gas as standard whichinsulation. For example: by incorporating Viridian further enhances the performance of the unit.EnergyTech, a Low-Emissivity (Low E) glass for Combine it with a silicone secondary seal and itgreater thermal insulation, ThermoTech decreases is perfectly suited for structural glazing. Structuralheat conduction between outside and inside; silicone is available as an option upon request.or by selecting solar control glass with reflective Features and benefitsor Low-Emissivity coatings (eg Viridian EVantage),.Almostany shape, size and thickness includingThermoTech can optimise energy management offset or stepped units – all four sides arewhilst maintaining natural light transmission.possibleBy reducing the air-to-air heat transfer, ThermoTech.Uniformtemperature over the entire surface.Toleratesthermal stresses and pumping windprovides a more stable and controllable internalloadsenvironment and is suitable for all climates..Structuralsilicone seal (upon request) withThere are three spacer options within theargon gas fill for unmatched insulationThermoTech range..Reducesoutside noise factors by up to 50%or moreMetal Spacer.Argongas standardTwo pieces of glass are separated by a metal. Inbuilt desiccant in the TPS® preventsspacer and sealed to provide a hermeticallycondensation forming in the unitsealed air gap. It has a primary water vapour.Tripleglazed options are also available inproof seal and the secondary seal is supplied TPS onlystandard as polysulphide. Structural siliconesecondary seal is an option upon request.The airspace is provided with a desiccant toprevent condensation forming within the unit.Features and benefits.Increasedinsulation and reduced energy costs.Widerange of solar control options that canbe customised for each project.Suitablefor hot and cold climates.Canbe incorporated with a Low E coatingPerformance comparison chartfor additional insulationThermoTech Insulation Solar DaylightSuperGreen 2.5 0.39 59Evantage SuperGreen 1.7 0.30 44For comprehensive performance comparison data refer to page 130.ThermoTechApplications. Point fixed IGUs applications – referto Structural section on page 90 formore information. Car showrooms. Shopping centres. Podiums. Ground floor atriums. Airports. Museums. Art galleries. Sporting grandstands. Other commercial applications. Residential windows. Multi storey apartmentsSpecial applications. Please consult with Viridian prior tousing ThermoTech in the followingapplications:. Structural or silicone glazing. Swimming pools. Roof glazing. Sound reductionNote: Triple glazing option (shownabove) is available in TPS ® version only.

Optimum performance solutionswith infinite glass combinationsEnergySuper SpacerConsiderationsSuper Spacer comprises a Thermoset structuralfoam containing no metal, an integrated 3Adesiccant and an advanced multi-layer vaporbarrier structure. It is a warm edge solution thatminimises the transfer heat escape path foroptimal performance.Features and benefits. Advanced multi-layer vapor barrier structure. Integral 3A Desiccant. Excellent Resistance to Nitrogen and ArgonGas Absorption. Allows for expansion and contraction. Structural integrity. No compression set. Flexible Thermo set structural foam. Excellent UV Resistance. Temperature Resistance (from –51°C to 127°C)100% Thermosetstructural foamcontaining nometal with integral3A desiccant.Glazing compounds, sealants and gasketsneed to be approved by Viridian for suitability.. Frame design – the Viridian Warranty relies onframe design in accordance with AS/NZS4666.Do not expose ThermoTech edges to standingwater and moisture as this can result in sealfailure. The frames must incorporate imperviousweather seals or a self draining system..Wind load and safety determine the typeand thickness of glass required – referAustralian Standard AS1288 or New ZealandStandard NZS4223.. Please refer to the technical glazingspecification on the website for installationinstructions.. Visual characteristics and manufacturingtolerances – ThermoTech is manufactured toAS/NZS4666. Also refer to the Viridian websitefor specification and installation information,including distortion and reflection fromchanges in exterior and interior pressureand temperature.Handling and storageSpecial handling is required. Refer to Viridianliterature. When transporting above altitudesof 800m, special precautions apply. This mustbe brought to the attention of Viridian.Insulation performanceThe width of the spacer and theperformance characteristics of the glassselected such as EnergyTech determinethe U Value.Viridian recommends increasing thespacer then adding EnergyTech Low Eto economically enhance the insulationperformance of the insulating glass unit.Changing the spacer type to TPS ® andargon gas will also significantly enhancethe total window performance.Advanced multi-layervapor barrier structureSealant andglass bondingOptional PIB forstructural glazingInsulation performance – U ValueInsulation performance – U ValueVFloat*EnergyTech*EnergyTech*for both panelsVFloat*EnergyTech*EnergyTech*for both panelsSingle glass 5.80 3.70Single glass 5.80 3.706mm argon 2.83 2.09 1.9712mm argon 2.52 1.61 1.4818mm argon 2.55 1.68 1.54*6mm glass – argon filled.6mm air 3.10 2.51 2.4312mm air 2.67 1.87 1.7518mm air 2.69 1.94 1.83*6mm glass air filledTPS®, Metal Spacer and Super Spacer are available in somemarkets as standard option – other markets by request.

Overview of ThermoTechspacer rangeEnergyThermoTech TPS ®ThermoTech Metal SpacerThermoTech Super SpacerReduced condensationThermoTech reduces the incidenceof condensation. The onset ofcondensation on the glass dependson the relative indoor humidity, thermaltransmittance of the glazing (U Value)and the relative indoor and outdoortemperatures. The lower the U Value,the less likely condensation will occur.TPS ® is a butyl-basedthermoplastic material.It is UV stable with integrateddesiccant and applied directlyonto the glass by a computercontrollednozzle. This nonmetallicspacer offers theultimate heat insulation withexcellent tension, expansionand resilience properties.ThermoTech comprises twopanels of glass separated bya metal spacer that is sealedwith a primary vapour anda secondary seal to providea hermetically sealed airspace.The spacer has a desiccant toprevent moisture forming insidethe ThermoTech unit.Super Spacer comprisesa Thermoset structural foamcontaining no metal andintegrated 3A desiccant andan advanced multi-layer vaporbarrier structure. It is a warmedge solution that minimisesthe transfer heat escape pathfor optimal performance.Maximum size. 4500 x 2700mmMaximum size. 3500 x 2000mmMaximum size. 5100 x 2700mmMinimum size. 350 x 190mmMinimum size. 350 x 250mmMinimum size. 250 x 180mmTPS ® spacer. Spacer thickness – any thicknessbetween 6mm to 18mm. Unit thickness – 12mm to 58mm. Maximum unit thickness is 45mmfor double glazed units, 76mmfor triple glazed units. Maximum glass thickness –Metal Spacer. Argon gas fill – standard. Air space – 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 18and 20mm. Maximum thickness – 47mm. Shapes – Subject to factoryconfirmationSuper Spacer. Argon gas fill – standard. Secondary seal – Polysulphideand Silicone. Shapes – Yes. Unit thickness – 12mm to 52mmdouble glaze only17.52mm. Triple glazing – Yes. Shapes – Yes. Argon gas fill – standardMaximum weight. If any single IGU exceeds 300kgsplease contact Viridian for detailsWeightProduct (mm) Weight (kg/m 2 )4 + 12 Air + 4 206 + 12 Air + 6 3010 + 12 Air + 6 4012 + 12 Air + 6 45