April 2010 |
Comfort and Security in the eye of the Storm |
Will the glazing system you select provide a comfortable,
secure environment inside the building envelope? ~
The new VuMax Plus glazing system by Westview Products, Inc.
has been designed to do exactly that and the tests prove it. ~
To take a CLOSER LOOK at our VuMax Glazing System click:
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or
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Slide A
• The exploded view shows the heavy duty base extrusion (A) mounted to the Westview glue-laminated beam (B).
• A moisture resistant membrane (C) seals out water between the Westview Glazing System and the building construction.
• A C-channel aluminum spacer (D) is the outer offset to the 1" to 1 1/4" insulated glass (E), which can be double or triple glass.
• A gasket extension (F) at the center screwrace accommodates the various glass thicknesses and makes a full perimeter seal at every glazing pocket.
• The exterior attachment is a glazing bar (G) with gaskets to seal to the glass and the C-channel.
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Slide B
• The "pressure equalized system" is designed to weep interior moisture utilizing an offset, baffled channel (H) from the "glazing pocket" at the sill through a reticulated foam (I) and then through a slot at the bottom of the horizontal trim cap(J)
• The design is similar to a pressure glazed curtain wall system which reduces direct thermal conduction through the aluminum glazing pocket and provides for the control and drainage of moisture that may be present in the system. The design provides a true pressure moderated glazing pocket around each glass unit which limits air and water infiltration.
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Slide C
• The completed assembly is available in a variety of colors (L) and can meet specifications commonly used in both residential and commercial applications.
• You can select from numerous glass options (K) to meet energy, safety, and appearance needs.
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• To see our video presentation, be sure you have the newest version of Google SketchUp. (If you are not sure please click on the "Download Google SketchUp" image below to download the latest version.)
• Once you have done this, click on the image "Watch our 3D Video Presentation using Google SketchUp" to download the file.
• Once downloaded, open the file, it should open in Google SketchUp. Go to "View" in the tabs menu, scroll down to "Animation" and click on "Play". |
• Click on the "Download Google SketchUp" image. Follow the directions on the website to download Google SketchUp.
• Once downloaded, when you double click on our file, Google SketchUp may ask you to choose a "template", choose one and then you should be able to follow our directions (above) and view the presentation. |
Our System's Test Results
The results of the AIR and WATER resistance, as well as STRUCTURAL capacity indicate all the design effort paid off in the final assembly.
MODEL/TYPE: VUMAX TWO LITE COMMERICAL GLAZING SYSTEM
Title |
Summary of Results |
Sample Size |
3048 mm x 2438 mm (120" x 96") |
Air Infiltration
ASTM E283 |
0.02 L/s/m2 (0.00 CFM/ft2) @ 1.57 psf
0.06 L/s/m2 (0.01 CFM/ft2) @ 6.24 psf |
Water Penetration Resistance
ASTM E547 and ASTM E331 |
2400 pa (50.00 psf) |
Design Pressure |
±3360 pa (70.00 psf) |
Uniform Load Structural Test |
±5030 pa (105.00 psf) |
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Glazing performance SIMULATIONS show U-factors from .18 to .31 in commonly used glass types and Solar Heat Gain Coefficients in rougly the same spread, .19 to .35.
Addendum Simulation Date: 03/10/2010.
Click HERE to view the NFRC Simulation Report.
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FSC Certified Materials
Westview Products Inc. is certified for Forest Stewardship Council Chain of Custody. This reistration cod of SW-COC- 003915 is a certicate based on FSC-STD-40-004 and is valid from March 13-2009 to March 12-2014. Additional details regarding the certificate scope, including products and species can be found at www.fsc-info.org.
Westview Products Inc., through this world wide recognized certification, can supply you with glue-laminated beams manufactured from FSC Certified materials assisting in your efforts with securing LEEDS pounts for your project.
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In Summary:
The new VUMax Plus glazing system should be considered along with the glue-laminated structural system in applications where the wood interior and a high-performance glazing product is feasible, whether it be for churches, lobbies of various commercial buildings, coastal conditions, or a residence.
To explore these possibilities please contact:
Milt Serafin at milt@westviewproducts.com
or
Bob Ottaway at bob@westviewproducts.com
or
Call 1-800-203-7557
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