Devil’s Detail 03 delves into the history, evolution, and performance of glass to illustrate how the complex components of a glazing system combine to perform as an assembly. It defines the thermal characteristics and specific terminology – from U-Factor to Visible Transmittance – to offer a “clearer” understanding.
Devil’s Detail 03: All About the Glass
The AGI Devil’s Details educational series of articles illustrates and describes common glazing challenges as a means to communicate best practices for the design and construction industry, not as a sole source for design guidance. AGI recommends design professionals consult with an AGI contractor regarding specific project challenges.