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Architectural Glass | High-Performance Building Envelope Solutions from KINGSTAR BUILDING GLASS
KINGSTAR BUILDING GLASS offers a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance architectural glass products engineered for modern building construction. From the base material of float glass to advanced laminated, tempered, insulated, and coated glass solutions, our products are designed to meet the demanding requirements of building facades, curtain walls, windows, doors, interior partitions, and structural glazing applications. With a commitment to safety, energy efficiency, and design excellenc
Glass Thickness 3-19mm
Spacer Thickness 6A,9A,12A,16A,24A.etc
Spacer Material Aluminum, Stainless, Warm edge, TPS, 4SG
Size Min.200x300mm, Max.3300mmx13000mm, custom sizes
Glass options Low-E tempered glass, ultra clear glass, tinted glass, solar reflective glass etc
What is Architectural Glass?
Architectural glass is a high-performance building material engineered specifically for use in construction and building envelope applications. Unlike standard commercial glass, architectural glass is processed through various techniques—including tempering, laminating, coating, and insulating—to meet demanding requirements for safety, structural performance, thermal insulation, solar control, and aesthetic appeal.
Architectural glass serves multiple functions within a building:
- Encloses and protects interior spaces from weather and environmental conditions.
- Provides natural daylighting, reducing reliance on artificial lighting.
- Offers thermal insulation, reducing heating and cooling energy consumption.
- Controls solar heat gain and glare for occupant comfort.
- Contributes to the aesthetic expression and visual identity of the building.
Architectural Glass Product Categories
KINGSTAR BUILDING GLASS offers a complete range of architectural glass products:
Float Glass
The base product for all architectural glass, manufactured through the float glass process to produce flat, distortion-free glass with uniform thickness. Available in clear, low-iron, and body-tinted colors including grey, bronze, green, and blue. Standard thicknesses: 3mm to 19mm. Maximum size: up to 3300mm × 6000mm.
Tempered Safety Glass (ESG)
Heat-strengthened through a thermal tempering process at approximately 620-700°C, achieving four to five times the strength of annealed glass. Upon breakage, shatters into small, blunt-edged fragments for safety. Meets EN 12150 and ANSI Z97.1 standards. Standard thicknesses: 3mm to 19mm. Applications: facades, shower enclosures, balustrades, furniture.
Laminated Safety Glass
Two or more glass plies bonded with a PVB (polyvinyl butyral) or SGP (ionoplast) interlayer. Upon impact, glass fragments adhere to the interlayer, maintaining barrier integrity. Meets EN 14449 and ANSI Z97.1 standards. Available with clear, white, or colored interlayers. Applications: balustrades, facades, overhead glazing, security glazing.
Insulating Glass Units (IGUs)
Two or more glass panes separated by a sealed air space filled with air, argon, or krypton gas. Provides superior thermal and acoustic insulation. Available with low-E coatings, solar control coatings, and warm edge spacer technology. U-values from 1.1 to 0.85 W/m²K. Applications: curtain walls, windows, facades, skylights.
Coated Glass
Features microscopically thin metallic or metal oxide coatings for solar control and thermal insulation. Low-E coatings reflect long-wave infrared heat while allowing visible light to pass through. Available in pyrolytic (hard coat) or sputtered (soft coat) formulations. Applications: energy-efficient facades, curtain walls, windows.
Reflective Glass
Features a durable metal oxide coating providing solar heat rejection, glare reduction, and distinctive reflective appearance. Available in silver, blue, grey, bronze, and green. Applications: facades, curtain walls, commercial glazing.
Patterned and Decorative Glass
Includes rolled patterned glass (Mistlite, Nashiji, Karatachi, Flora, Diamond, Water, Moru, May Flower), screen-printed glass with ceramic frit, digitally printed glass with photo-realistic imagery, and color PVB laminated glass with colored interlayers. Applications: interior partitions, decorative facades, spandrel panels, furniture.
Curved and Bent Glass
Available in single-curve, double-curve, and free-form geometries using hot bending or cold bending technologies. Can be tempered, laminated, or incorporated into insulating glass units. Applications: curved facades, skylights, canopies.
Performance Parameters
| Product Type | Key Performance Indicators | Typical Values |
|---|---|---|
| Float Glass | VLT (6mm) | 89% |
| Tempered Glass | Strength vs. Annealed, Safety | 4-5x stronger, EN 12150 |
| Laminated Glass | VLT (6mm + 6mm), UV Protection | 70-80%, Blocks up to 99% UV |
| Insulating Glass (Double Glazed) | U-Value, SHGC | 1.1 W/m²K, 0.35 |
| Insulating Glass (Triple Glazed) | U-Value, SHGC | 0.85 W/m²K, 0.49 |
| Low-E Coated Glass | U-Value, SHGC | 1.4-1.8 W/m²K, 0.35-0.50 |
| Reflective Glass | VLT, SHGC | 16%, 0.55 |
Standards and Code Compliance
KINGSTAR BUILDING GLASS architectural glass products comply with major international standards:
- EN 572: Float glass
- EN 12150: Thermally toughened safety glass
- EN 14449: Laminated glass and laminated safety glass
- EN 1279: Insulating glass units
- EN 1096: Coated glass
- EN 12600: Impact test method and classification
- ASTM C1048: Heat-treated flat glass
- ANSI Z97.1: Safety glazing materials
- CPSC 16 CFR 1201: Architectural glazing materials
- IBC: International Building Code
- JGJ 255: Technical specification for skylights and metal roofing
- GB 15763.3: Laminated glass
Applications
Exterior Architectural Applications:
- Building facades and curtain walls
- Windows and doors
- Skylights and overhead glazing
- Glass canopies and entrance covers
- Spandrel panels
- Atriums and interior courtyards
- Balustrades and railings
Interior Architectural Applications:
- Partitions and room dividers
- Conference room glazing
- Feature walls and decorative panels
- Glass doors
- Furniture and shelving
Commercial and Public Buildings:
- Office towers and corporate headquarters
- Hotels and hospitality venues
- Shopping centers and retail stores
- Healthcare facilities
- Educational institutions
- Museums and exhibition halls
- Airport terminals
Residential Applications:
- Windows and sliding glass doors
- Shower enclosures and bathroom screens
- Home extensions and conservatories
- Residential skylights
- Furniture and decorative elements
Why Choose KINGSTAR BUILDING GLASS Architectural Glass?
- Comprehensive product portfolio: Float, tempered, laminated, insulated, coated, reflective, patterned, and decorative glass under one roof.
- Complete processing capabilities: Cutting, edge finishing, tempering, laminating, coating, silk screen printing, digital printing, and IGU assembly.
- International standards compliance: Products meet EN, ASTM, ANSI, IBC, and GB standards.
- Energy efficiency expertise: Low-E coatings and insulating glass solutions for optimal thermal performance.
- Custom solutions: Custom sizes, colors, and configurations available.
- 10 years of industry expertise: With a decade of dedicated experience in glass manufacturing and export, KINGSTAR BUILDING GLASS has delivered architectural glass solutions to projects across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
- Quality assurance: Strict quality control from raw material selection to final packaging.
Ready to specify high-performance architectural glass for your next building project? Share your requirements with our technical team for custom architectural glass solutions. We will provide product recommendations, performance calculations, compliance documentation, and a competitive quote tailored to your project requirements, backed by a decade of glass manufacturing expertise.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the difference between tempered glass and laminated glass for architectural applications?
A: Tempered glass is heat-strengthened to achieve four to five times the strength of annealed glass and shatters into small, blunt-edged fragments upon impact, reducing injury risk. It is ideal for applications requiring high mechanical strength. Laminated glass bonds two or more glass plies with an interlayer; upon impact, glass fragments adhere to the interlayer, maintaining barrier integrity. It is required for guards, balustrades, and overhead glazing where post-breakage performance is critical. For maximum safety, tempered laminated glass combines both technologies.
Q2: What U-values can architectural glass achieve for energy-efficient buildings?
A: KINGSTAR BUILDING GLASS architectural glass can achieve U-values from 1.1 W/m²K (double glazed configurations with low-E coating and argon fill) to 0.85 W/m²K (triple glazed configurations). These values meet or exceed the requirements of most international energy codes including Passivhaus standards. Performance can be further optimized through coating selection, gas fill, spacer technology, and glass type.
Q3: What safety standards do KINGSTAR BUILDING GLASS architectural glass products comply with?
A: KINGSTAR BUILDING GLASS architectural glass products comply with EN 12150 (thermally toughened safety glass), EN 14449 (laminated glass), EN 12600 (impact test), ANSI Z97.1 (safety glazing materials), CPSC 16 CFR 1201 (architectural glazing materials), and IBC (International Building Code) requirements. Products are CE marked and manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management systems.
Insulated glass is a glass assembly composed of two or more pieces of glass, evenly separated by effective support, sealed with a binder around the glass layer to form a dry gas space between the glass layers.Glass components can be made of clear glass, tinted glass, reflective glass, laminated glass, tempered glass, etc.according to customer's request.
Its excellent efficiency in solar heat insulation, greatly reduces cooling loads.
Dry air inside the enclosure renders the surface free from misting.
More excellent efficiency will be if fill in argon or other inert gases.rom misting.
Glass Thickness 3-19mm
Spacer Thickness 6A,9A,12A,16A,24A.etc
Spacer Material Aluminum, Stainless, Warm edge, TPS, 4SG
Size Min.200x300mm, Max.3300mmx13000mm, custom sizes
Glass options Low-E tempered glass, ultra clear glass, tinted glass, solar reflective glass etc
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