Overview:

Retrofit double glazed insulating window system for all frame types. Suitable for domestic and commercial purposes.

Product Description:

Product suitable for retro-fitting existing window into double glazed windows. This increases the windows insulation properties, helps make the internal building temperature more constant resulting in energy savings and reduces sound both coming into and going out of the building. The product is also used for reducing condensation, eliminating dust and drafts through a window and UV protection of furniture.

Magnetite uses optical grade acrylic panels as the glazing which has up to 6 times the thermal properties of glass. Frames are made from PVC or timber on request.

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Country of Origin:

Manufactured in Australia. Acrylic panel manufactured in Indonesia.

Ecospecifier Issues of Concern / Red Lights:

None

 

ASSESSMENT COMPARISON

Standard windows and standard double glazing systems.

KEYWORDS / ALTERNATIVES

Insulation, Retrofit

Availability:

ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Other information:

Information last verified on 05/05/10.

Assessment Criteria Satisfied

ENERGY/GREENHOUSE

Potential less GHG/ODP down stream

HABITAT & LAND

Reduced terrestrial impact

RESOURCE DEPLETION & EFFICIENCY

Post-Industrial recycled content Reduce material use

HUMAN HEALTH

Reduced toxics or carcinogens

POLLUTION TO ENVIRONMENT

Reduced chemical toxicity through Life Cycle Low/no carcinogens through life-cycle Reduced smog-forming potential

OTHER VITAL SIGNS

MSDS Doc Manuf Claim Environmental info about product Australian Standard

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