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In Austin’s fierce summers, the load on commercial HVAC systems is often driven by the thermal inefficiency of traditional aluminum curtain-wall and storefront window systems.

The Soco Studio supplies next-generation, high-performance energy efficient commercial window systems and glazing solutions made by Serious Materials, which offer the best combinations of thermal and structural performance on the market.

Serious Materials Commercial Glazing

SeriousGlass super-insulating glass units, incorporating Suspended Coated Film (SCF) technology, go far beyond the performance benefits of low-e for the same or comparable price.  Proven in thousands of projects nationwide, SeriousGlass delivers high energy savings, cost-effective thermal efficiency and greater indoor comfort.  SeriousGlass enables a new world of unprecedented architectural freedom and design possibilities to use more glass across all building types and climate zones.

Advantages

  • Super-insulating performance up to R-20 (U=0.05)
  • Highest Light to Solar Gain (LSG) ratios – up to 2.36 – in the industry
  • NE-SW Tuning: Maximizes NE thermal performance and natural light, minimizes SW solar gain
  • 99.5% - 99.9% UV blockage
  • Optimal condensation control
  • Lowest summer and highest winter glass temperatures
  • Compatible with all new or retrofit deep pocket glazing/framing systems
  • Fully compatible with tinted, patterned, laminated and ceramic-frit glass
  • Silicone sealant option for flush glazing
  • 3rd party certification (IGCC, IGMA, NAMI, AAMA, NFRC)
  • Contributes to LEED credits (potential of up to 19 points)

Return on Investment

For the same cost as or less than commonly specified performance glazing, SeriousGlass results in higher energy savings and faster payback.  Depending on building type and climate zone:

  • Highest energy savings (up to 32%)
  • Rapid payback – as little as 1-2 years in many cases
  • 30-year savings up to $17 million

* According to Architectural Energy Corporation, Parametric Study of the Savings Associated with Selected Serious Materials Glazing Product, October 2009.  Standard dual clear glazing used as baseline.

Glass Specifications

While individual glazing solutions are developed based on the application and vary widely, here are some illustrative examples of what is available.  Please click on the table below to open it in a new window.


Serious Materials 7000 Series Commercial Windows

The Serious Materials 7000 Series Commercial Window system incorporates fiberglass frames and sashes to deliver superior structural and acoustic ratings, as well as the exceptional thermal performance of super-insulating SeriousGlass systems.  Full-frame insulation values range up to R-7 (U=0.14), over twice the performance of commonly specified thermally-broken aluminum commercial windows (U=0.35).

Advantages

  • Heavy-duty all-fiberglass frame and sash
  • Superior structural performance
  • Standard and custom color options
  • 3 1/4" frame depth with 1 1/8"glazing OA
  • Multiple hardware colors and finishes
  • Standard and custom sizes
  • Monumental sizes & large mulled configurations
  • AAMA Gold labeled
  • AAMA rated (gateway sizes) at C-100
  • Air Infiltration < 0.01
  • Water penetration 15 psf

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