Commercial and Residential Glass Installer and Manufacturer Resource

What is Fire Rated Glass? | Safety Benefits in Commercial Applications

Sep 22, 2022 12:00:00 AM / by Greg Martell

Commercial fires cost nearly $350 billion per year in the United States. 

Fire losses are one of the most costly disasters. Most commercial fires aren't caused intentionally or carelessly, but due to malfunctioning equipment or electrical issues.

Once a fire starts, it spreads so fast that it can be difficult for firefighters to contain once they arrive on the scene. 

Installing fire rated glass helps prevent the rapid spread of fire, especially in more at-risk facilities. This is a fire protection system that’s always on.

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Tempered vs Laminated Glass: Choosing the Right Safety Glass

Aug 24, 2022 11:22:00 AM / by Greg Martell

Glass might not be top of mind as a material that improves a space’s security and safety. Considered a fragile material by many, glass may seem like a material that always needs to be handled with care -- and there are plenty of glass types that do. 

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[FAQs] Low-Iron Glass vs Clear Glass

Jul 28, 2022 8:00:00 AM / by Greg Martell

Clear glass is all the same, right? 

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Mullion Vs Muntin: 2 Unique Window Design Elements

Jul 28, 2022 8:00:00 AM / by Greg Martell

Mullion vs muntin: They’re both common window elements. They’ve been used for centuries. And they’re often confused for one another. 

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What is Beveled Glass? | Tiny Details Can Make a Big Difference

Jul 26, 2022 1:05:00 PM / by Greg Martell

In the interior décor and commercial design world the tiniest details usually make the most significant difference and bring the real “wow” factor to a room. Such is the case when it comes to beveled glass.

This creative addition to décor specifications can boost a creation from basic to elegant. Just when it might start to feel like every design element looks the same, the use of beveled glass can make all the difference in the world.

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