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  • Solar control

    Solar control glass lets sunlight pass through while reflecting a large part of the sun’s heat.

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  • Sound control

    Acoustics matter for the wellbeing of people. From traffic and neighbors to construction and airports, sound control glass offer protection against noise.

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  • Thermal insulation

    That’s U for U-value, or how the thermal insulation performance of a glass is measured. Guardian Glass offers a wide variety of solutions to help improve the energy efficiency of your home.

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  • Safety

    Safety glass is designed to help protect building occupants from injury or loss due to accidental or natural causes.

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  • Security

    Security glass typically refers to laminated glass designed to withstand complex loads and high impact forces from intentional threats.

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  • Light transmission

    High visibility is a sought-after quality of glass wherever architects want to put the interior of a building on display.

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  • Reflectivity

    With thoughtful application, glass for reflectivity can allow a façade to tell a captivating story and enhance architectural design in key ways. Reflective glass can help create a dynamic exterior that transforms throughout the day with lighting and weather shifts.

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  • Glare control

    The right glass for glare control can allow abundant light into a space while helping to create more pleasant, practical and comfortable environments.

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