An inert gas such as argon or krypton is filled in the cavity between the window lites to reduce the U-factor by suppressing convection and conduction. [top]

Gaskets are contoured, extruded E.P.D.M. (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) or neoprene glazing gasket configured to fit into the glazing reglet of extruded aluminium framing systems and to secure the glass in the reglet by compression. [top]

A hard, brittle substance that is typically transparent; made by fusing substances such as soda ash (NACO), limestone (CaCO), and sand under high temperatures and pressures. [top]

The process of installing glass lites or an infill material in a frame. [top]

Glass in a window or door; or the act or process of fitting with glass. [top]

The part of the sash or door panel which holds the glass in place. [top]

A pre-formed elastomeric or plastic material applied between the face of the glass and the glazing pocket of the framing to seal and secure glass into frames by a dry glazing method without using compounds or tapes. [top]

The recessed channel in aluminium framing systems designed to receive glazing infills. [top]

The part of the sash or door panel which holds the glass in place; also glazing bead. [top]

A glider is a window with a movable sash that slides horizontally; also referred to as a horizontal sliding window. [top]

The architectural grid line is the arbitrary grid that all components of a buildings installation must conform to. This keeps buildings looking uniform and consistent. [top]

A white or colorless mineral consisting of hydrated calcium sulfate. Reinforced gypsum plaster sandwiched between two layers of strong paper in large sheets is used to make gypsum wall board and dry walling. [top]