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VLam™

Laminated float glass

The VLam™ range offers laminated solutions for safety, security, UV protection and solar control.

VLam™ is a combination of two or more sheets of glass that are bonded together with an interlayer, the result is a durable high performance glazing material.

Toughened laminated glass is also available for large overhead spans and additional safety in balustrades.

Technical Specifications

Features & Benefits

  • Custom laminated options included in this range.
  • Laminated glass is safer when broken as the glass adheres to the laminate.
  • Greater resistance to physical attack.
  • VLam™ can incorporate different glass types from across our product range to provide additional benefits such as privacy, security, noise reduction and energy efficiency.
  • When toughened, VLam™ is a Grade A safety glass.

Sectors

  • Residential
  • Commercial

Applications

  • Windows
  • Doors
  • Balustrades
  • Pool Fencing
  • Stairs, Landings and Walkways
  • Facades
  • Furniture
  • Partitions
  • Shower Screens
  • Overhead Glazing

Considerations

Installation

  • Glazing systems must allow for water drainage or be completely watertight to prevent laminated edges and the interlayer from long term moisture exposure.
  • Certain sealants may cause edge de-lamination such as linseed oil or putty, neutral cure silicone sealants are recommended.

Applications

  • The standard PVB interlayer is 0.38mm thick, 0.76mm and 1.52mm thicknesses are available for increased resistance from physical attack and impact.

Design Consideration

  • Interlayer colours are based on but are not identical to 6mm VFloat™ glass tones.

How to Specify

  • Available in Clear, Grey, Green, Bronze, SuperClear and SuperGreen.
  • Select from: laminated, toughened laminated and insulated glazed units.

 

Standard Stock Sizes

Product Name Thickness Stock Size
VLam™ Clear 6.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ Clear 8.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ Clear 10.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ Clear 12.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ Grey 6.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ Grey 8.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ Grey 10.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ Grey 12.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ Green 6.38mm 4280mm x 2760mm
VLam™ Green 8.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ Green 10.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ Green 12.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ SuperClear 10.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ SuperClear 12.38mm 5100mm x 3210mm
VLam™ SuperGreen 6.38mm 3660mm x 2440mm

Note: Subject to further processing requirements. Standard stock sizes do not reflect actual available stock, please consult Viridian.

Performance Data

Product Name Nominal Thickness VLT (%) U Value SHGC Selectivity
VLam™ Clear 6.38 87 5.70 0.79 1.10
VLam™ Clear 8.38 87 5.70 0.78 1.12
VLam™ Clear 10.38 86 5.60 0.74 1.16
VLam™ Clear 12.38 85 5.60 0.74 1.15
VLam™ Grey 6.38 42 5.70 0.62 0.68
VLam™ Grey 8.38 42 5.70 0.62 0.68
VLam™ Grey 10.38 41 5.60 0.59 0.69
VLam™ Grey 12.38 41 5.60 0.58 0.71
VLam™ Green 6.38 71 5.70 0.72 0.99
VLam™ Green 8.38 71 5.70 0.72 0.99
VLam™ Green 10.38 70 5.60 0.69 1.01
VLam™ Green 12.38 69 5.60 0.68 1.01
VLam™ Bronze 6.38 52 5.70 0.64 0.81
VLam™ Bronze 8.38 52 5.70 0.64 0.81
VLam™ Bronze 10.38 51 5.70 0.61 0.84
VLam™ Bronze 12.38 51 5.60 0.61 0.84
VLam™ SuperClear 10.38 90 5.60 0.86 1.05
VLam™ SuperClear 12.38 90 5.60 0.85 1.06
VLam™ SuperGreen 6.38 64 5.70 0.50 1.28
VLam™ SuperGreen 10.38 65 5.60 0.51 1.27
VLam™ SuperGreen 12.38 64 5.60 0.51 1.25

All performance data is determined using LBL window 7 software. NFRC 100 – 2010 conditions have been used.
Glass surfaces are counted from the exterior to the interior of the building.

Refer to Viridian Performance Data for more values.

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