TGI-M Warm Edge Spacer by Technoform

TGI-M Warm Edge Spacer

Description

Standard double glazing uses an aluminium spacer, the Technoform TGI Warm Edge Spacer is a substitute that can be used anywhere aluminium spacers are used to significantly increase the thermal performance of window joinery.

The Technoform TGI-M Warm Edge high performance spacer reduces the heat loss and heat gain through an aluminium window whilst significantly reducing the risk of condensation forming on the periphery of the glass. Technoform's Warm Edge spacer is constructed of UV resistant polypropylene and stainless steel for long lasting durability.

The TGI-M Warm Edge is a cost effective way to improve the overall thermal performance of windows, without increasing the cost of the glass used.

Key Features

Increases edge of glass surface temperature
Reduced risk of condensation
Lowers window conductivity by 0.1 to 0.2 W/㎡K
Highly cost effective means to increase thermal performance of window joinery
Impervious stainless steel backing to prevent argon leakage and moisture ingress
High UV resistance
Suitable for large double and triple glazed units
Available in a range of standard sizes to suit varying overall insulating unit thickness
Matte finish to reduce reflected light
Designed and manufactured in Germany
Passive house certified component
Available in a range of colours for specific projects

Scope of Use

The intended purpose:

Separates panes of glass in double and triple glazed units
Reduces heat flow through the edge of glass
Reduces risk of condensation
Used where thermal performance is required

Where can the product be used:

Standard double glazing uses an aluminium spacer, the Technoform TGI Warm Edge Spacer is a substitute that can be used anywhere aluminium spacers are used.

Residential buildings: detached, semi detached, terraced housing and apartments
Commercial buildings: hotels, hospitals, aged care, schools, offices
High rise buildings: facades and unitised curtain walls
Refrigeration units
Food and beverage display/dispensing cabinets

Environmental factors:

Suitable in all New Zealand climate zone environments.

Intended applications:

Can be used in any window and door frame capable of receiving double and triple glazed units
Can be used in structural glazing
Best used in combination with high performance window and door frame materials such as Thermally Broken Aluminium, Timber and uPVC
Best used in combination with high performance double glazing such as units with low-E coatings and argon gas filling

Statement of Building Code Compliance

Insulating Glass manufacturers in New Zealand using Technoform's Warm Edge spacer products complies with the requirements of AS/NZS 4666:2000, the Australian and New Zealand standard for insulating glass units.

Insulating glass units manufactured using Technoform's Warm Edge spacer products comply with the European standard for insulating glass in building EN1279 part 2 and 3.

In-Service History

Technoform is the World's largest supplier of hybrid warm edge spacer bars
The first iteration of Technoform warm edge spacer was launched in Germany in 1998
Developed in conjunction with Pilkington Europe
In use in New Zealand since 2009
Widely used by insulating glass manufacturers throughout New Zealand

Other Performance Attributes

Lowers window conductivity by 0.1 to 0.2 W/㎡K
High UV resistance
Passive house certified component

Warranty

The TGI Warm Edge Spacer is warranted as part of the Insulating Glass Unit. In the case of Insulating Glass Unit Manufacturers Association of New Zealand (IGUMA) members this is 10 years.