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VLam Laminated Glass
Description

Viridian VLam laminated glass is made by bonding two or more sheets of glass together with one or more plastic interlayers (like PVB, EVA, or Sentryglas). This construction means if the glass breaks, the pieces stay attached to the interlayer instead of scattering.

It’s designed to provide added safety and security, reduce UV transmission, and help dampen noise. The product is tested and certified to Grade A safety glass standards and is suitable for residential and commercial applications such as overhead glazing, windows, doors and balustrades.

Key Features
  • Safety & Security: Holds together when broken glass fragments adhere to the interlayer, reducing the risk of injury and resisting accidental or deliberate impact. 
  • UV Protection: The interlayer (typically PVB) blocks up to 99 % of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, helping protect furniture, finishes, and flooring from fading.
  • Noise Reduction: Laminated construction provides noise dampening compared with the same thickness of ordinary glass, offering a quieter indoor environment.
  • Certified Safety Glass: VLam™ is tested and certified as Grade A safety glass, suitable for applications where safety glass is required.
  • Customisable Options: Can incorporate different glass types (e.g., toned, solar control, Low-E) to enhance benefits such as privacy, thermal performance, and solar control.
  • Versatile Applications: Suitable for windows, doors, balustrades, pool fencing, partitions, overhead glazing and more, in both residential and commercial settings.
  • Toughened Laminated Variants: For added strength in demanding applications (like overhead glazing or large spans), toughened laminated glass options are available.
Scope of Use

VLam™ laminated glass is used wherever enhanced safety, security, UV protection and noise reduction are needed in glazing applications, including:

  • General architectural glazing — windows and doors.
  • Balustrades, pool fencing and safety barriers.
  • Facades, partitions and interior screens.
  • Stairs, walkways and overhead glazing (canopies/rooflights).
  • Furniture and showers where safety glass is required.
  • Specialised structural uses (with toughened laminated variants) in larger spans or additional load/impact resistance.
Statement of Building Code Compliance

Laminated safety glass (VLam™) complies with the relevant requirements of the New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) when designed, specified, and installed in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and applicable standards.

It meets the performance requirements of:

  • Clause B1 – Structure: When engineered and installed to withstand imposed loads.
  • Clause B2 – Durability: When used in accordance with durability requirements for building elements.
  • Clause F2 – Hazardous Building Materials: Classified as Grade A safety glass where required.
  • Clause F4 – Safety from Falling: Suitable for use in barriers, balustrades, and overhead glazing when specified correctly.

Viridian VLam™ laminated glass is tested to relevant safety glazing standards and is suitable for residential and commercial applications where safety glazing is required under the NZBC.

Other Performance Attributes

 

 

Documents
BPIR: Insulated Glass Units (IGU)

2025

BPIR: Single Glazed Glass

2025

Care & Maintenance - Glass
Product Warranty
Product Warranty - Terms & Conditions
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Viridian Glass is New Zealand’s leading glass supplier and processor. It delivers high-performance custom glass solutions for residential and commercial projects nationwide.

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