The vinyl replacement window process: The vinyl replacement windows were sized and ordered to fit inside the glass block assemblies. The windows were manufactured without flanges so they could be placed inside of the block sections. On top of the vinyl windows (which were placed near the bottom of the openings to make them easier for employees to open) a metal lintel to minimize the weight of the glass blocks on the vinyl windows.
Glass block church and commercial replacement windows provide high security while transmitting generous amounts of natural light. This creates a more productive workplace (or more enthused guests) and allows you to cut costs by daylighting.
Project Spotlight: Commercial Windows Using Glass Block and Vinyl Replacement Windows at Martindale
Innovate Building Solutions (through our Cleveland Glass Block and Columbus Glass Block divisions) provides design, fabrication and glass block window installation services in the Cleveland and Columbus Ohio markets. Nationally we design and prefabricated Protect-All Glass Block Window Panels which can be shipped to building owners or contractors. In all cases we recommend the following 3 steps for a glass block commercial window replacement project:
On the inside of your facility you can use glass block window to move light through interior spaces, yet maintain privacy. On the exterior common applications are windows in your offices or factory, stairwells, transoms, corridors, and sidelights.
Glass block replacement windows can be any size, however, larger openings require structural angles and channels to allow for proper expansion and contraction. These windows are not load bearing so you will need a weight supporting lintel above the window. 2ff7e9595c
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