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SeriousWindows in Schools, Colleges and Universities

Schools have a dual function of providing a comfortable environment for learning and minimizing daily operational costs due to energy use.

• SeriousGlass provides comfort near the windows in both winter and summer by eliminating the cold air chill in winter and excess solar radiation in the summer.  This allows students and teachers to concentrate on the business of learning.
• Since SeriousGlass suspended film provides clear insulation and solar control, natural daylight can be used.  This further reduces first costs since there is less of a need for artificial lighting within the building.
• With the use of SeriousGlass suspended film, clear glass can be used if desired instead of tinted to control heat gain, thereby giving a more pleasing natural daylight.
• On new construction, the use of SeriousGlass should enable the Mechanical Engineer to downsize the mechanical HVAC system thus offsetting the cost of using energy-efficient glass. Some utility companies also offer up-front rebates that off-set the cost of the glass.
• Lower the cost for energy used to heat and cool the building. In this time of reduced budgets for school districts, the daily cost of heating and air-conditioning is a significant factor.   By using SeriousGlass, the owners should realize significant savings in energy costs.
• SeriousGlass is compatible with all commercial window systems.  SeriousGlass is basically double insulating glass with a suspended, coated film in the middle.  The standard polyurethane-sealed units are used in four-sided capture window systems.  If the job is to be butt or structurally glazed, this fact must be noted on the specification in order for the proper silicone sealant to be used in fabrication.
• Higher Sound Transmission Class (STC) with SeriousGlass (especially  with a 1½" system) helps control outside noise, creating a more agreeable atmosphere for learning.
• The use of SeriousGlass results in a significant reduction or total elimination of harmful interior condensation.
• All SeriousGlass products block more harmful ultraviolet than any other similar products on the market.  It is a significant factor in reducing the rate of fading and controlling damage due to ultraviolet radiation.
• The ability to "tune" the building by using different "wavelength-selective" products for different building elevations.  The amount of solar control and insulation is tailored to the orientation of the building.

See Below For A Sample of SeriousWindows Projects In This Area