Window & Door - August 2010

PPG INDUS TRIES

The manufacturer is featuring its complete line of residential low-E glass products, including Solarban 70XL glass, said to be the industry’s highest-performing solar control, low-E glass. PPG will also feature two new residential products, Solarban 65 and Sungate 400 glasses. Formulated as a value alternative to Solarban 70XL and Solarban 60 glasses, Solarban 65 glass is a double-silver, solar control, low-E glass. Sungate 400 glass is a passive low-E glass developed for window makers and homebuilders seeking to meet Canadian Energy Star requirements. It is well-suited for use in Northern U.S. climates as well. The insulating performance of Solarban 65 and Sungate 400 glasses can be further enhanced in window systems that feature Intercept Ultra Stainless warm-edge insulating spacers. Also being featured by PPG, the spacer provide industry-leading thermal performance along with superior gas retention, strength and flexibility, according to the company. Booth 1121 | www.ppgglass.com

VISION

Vision Industries will feature automatic locks available in zinc, as well as a new cam-style composite lock with automatic function. The supplier is also featuring two new window opening control devices. These include a dual-action WOCD providing secure solutions that meet ASTM F 2090 for vinyl, composite, and wood window manufacturers, it reports. In addition, the company is featuring a new aftermarket WOCD device that adapts to many window applications.