What is BS EN 14178-1 - Earth silicate float glass about?
BS EN 14178-1 is a European Standard that forms the first part of the basic alkaline earth silicate glass series. BS EN 14178-1 defines and classifies basic alkaline earth silicate glasses for use in the building.
BS EN 14178-1 indicates their chemical composition, main physical and mechanical properties, dimensional and minimum quality requirements (in respect of optical and visual faults). BS EN 14178-1 applies to basic alkaline earth silicate glasses supplied in jumbo sizes, split sizes and final cut sizes.
Note: BS EN 14178-1 does not apply to final cut sizes having a dimension less than 100mm or a surface area less than 0,05m².
Who is BS EN 14178-1 - Earth silicate float glass for?
BS EN 14178-1 on Earth silicate float glass is useful for:
- Float Glass Manufacturers
- Glass Technologists
- Architects and Interior Designers
- Building Constructors and Engineers
- Regulators of Glass in building
Why should you use BS EN 14178-1 - Earth silicate float glass?
Float glasses are widely used in buildings. They have a very high level of light transmission which makes them perfect for windows. They are also leveraged for their properties like chemical inertness. They are basically used in a lot of applications and are having technological advantages regularly. This makes standardization important.
BS EN 14178-1 mentions various elements like manufacturing dimensions which ensures the high-performance production of Earth silicate float glass. BS EN 14178-1 also informs customers that guidelines have been properly followed in the production process and that the float glass is highly precise and durable.
