Insulating glass units

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Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB)
Standards Development Organisation:
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Designation Number:
CAN/CGSB-12.8
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
New Edition
ICS code(s):
81.040.20
Status:
Proceeding to development
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Scope:

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This standard applies to sealed insulating glass (IG) units used in windows, doors and curtain walls in building  envelopes. It includes requirements for the testing of samples for the integrity and durability of the unit’s hermetic  seal and if applicable, gas concentration.

 

The requirements contained herein are applicable to glass units consisting of two or three sheets of glass and  glazed in recessed openings so that the edge seals are shielded from direct weathering. The requirements also  apply to glass units that may be coated, have muntin bars within the cavities and contain air or argon gas within the  cavities.

The testing of permanently vented or capillary tube units are not included in this standard.

A User’s guide is found in Annex D as an aid in the application of this standard.

The testing and evaluation of a product against this standard may require the use of materials and/or equipment  that could be hazardous. This document does not purport to address all the safety aspects associated with its use.  Anyone using this standard has the responsibility to consult the appropriate authorities and to establish appropriate  health and safety practices in conjunction with any applicable regulatory requirements prior to its use.

Project need:

Project Need
Technical update of the standard is proposed

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