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New ISO Standard Addresses Electrochromic Glazing

The International Organization for Standardization has published a new standard that specifies the accelerated ageing test and requirements for electrochromic (EC) glazings. According to the introduction section of the standard, ISO 18543:2017, it is intended “to provide a means for … Continue reading

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ISO Releases New Curtainwall Standard

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) recently published a new standard on the thermal performance of curtainwall. ISO 12631:2017, Thermal performance of curtain walling – Calculation of thermal transmittance, specifies a method “for calculating the thermal transmittance of curtain walls … Continue reading

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ISO Releases Solar Heat Gain Coefficient Standard for Fenestration Systems

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published a standard that specifies a method to measure the solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) of complete doors and windows. ISO 19467:2017 is titled “Thermal Performance of Windows and Doors — Determination of … Continue reading

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ISO Releases Trio of Glass in Building Standards

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) recently published three more standards under its Glass in Building technical committee. Two are in the “basic soda lime silicate glass products” category, while the other is under “heat soaked tempered soda lime silicate … Continue reading

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Sowell Named to ISO Subcommittee

Glass Association of North America technical director Urmilla Sowell has been confirmed as chair of the ISO Technical Committee Glass in Buildings Subcommittee 2 (ISO TC 60 SC2). Sowell, who takes the place of Kevin Olah, formerly of Guardian Industries, … Continue reading

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