How do I know if my PGT is impact-resistant?

5 Ways to Tell if Your Windows Are Impact-Resistant

Look for a permanent mark in one of the corners of the glass.
Check the glass for a temporary label.
Verify the windows are designed for conditions in your area.
Examine the reflection in the glass.
Get a professional opinion.

Is tempered glass considered impact-resistant?

Tempered glass is a heat treated glass. The glass is heated first, followed by the surface being cooled rapidly. This film also helps to hold the glass in place, making it resistant to impact. In the event of a crack or break in an impact window, the glass fragments stick to the plastic film.

Are all PGT windows impact-resistant?

All PGT WinGuard® windows and doors are rated for Impact Zone 3 and Impact Zone 4 ratings and are tested to withstand winds over 150 miles per hour in accordance with the ASCE Wind Zone Map. More families have chosen PGT Windows to protect their homes than any other brand.

Are impact windows made with tempered glass?

It’s glass that is built with the intention to resist heavy impact. To get technical for a moment, impact-resistant windows usually blend laminated and tempered glass together with a substance like polyvinyl butyral (PVB), producing an incredibly safe and secure glass that’s able to handle direct “attacks”.

Is annealed glass impact-resistant?

Annealed glass (often referred to as “standard glass” or “plate glass”) will break into large shards if impacted. Depending upon where you live, building codes may restrict the use of annealed glass if there is a risk of breakage due to impact or sudden changes in temperature.

What is PGT energy shield Max?

PGT EnergyVue Vinyl windows and doors also provide outstanding energy efficiency that shrinks heating and cooling bills. And offer the following energy-saving options: • High-performance EnergyShield Max Low-E to deflect solar heat gain and keep unwanted heat outside your home.

What glass does PGT use?

PLATE GLASS is a single pane of glass 3/16” thick. This thicker glass is an available option for most PGT windows and is standard in the majority of PGT doors. Glass also varies in strength and breakage pattern based on how the glass is treated.

Is annealed glass impact resistant?

Where are PGT windows made?

Our PGT® Custom Windows + Doors manufacturing, glass plant, and delivery facilities are located in North Venice, FL.

How does annealed glass break?

Annealed Glass, sometimes called standard glass is a softer glass that has been thermally treated and then slowly cooled to relieve any internal stresses. Annealed glass tends to break into longer, jagged shards which can cause significant injury.

Is hurricane glass tempered glass?

The idea for shatter resistant glass for homes comes from modern windshields used in cars and aircraft using tempered laminated glass. Tempered glass, which is also known as safety glass, is heat treated for added strength.

What is the difference between tempered glass and annealed glass?

This compression makes the glass more resistant to blunt impact and even more tolerant to temperature swings than heat-strengthened glass. Tempered glass is approximately four to five times stronger than annealed glass and is also known as safety glass due to its breakage pattern.

What is the difference between heat-strengthened and tempered glass?

What is tempered glass used for?

Tempered glass, also called toughened glass, is one of the hardest types of glass available. In fact, it’s up to five times harder than most others, including annealed glass. Annealed glass is often used in items such as tabletops, cabinet doors, and basement windows.

What are the pros and cons of tempered glass?

Tempered Glass 1 Cost. One of the biggest reasons why annealed glass is popular among homeowners is its more affordable price. 2 Durability. While the heating process for both types of glass plays a crucial role in strengthening them, the quenching process for tempered glass makes it a lot tougher and durable 3 Safety. 4 Applications.