Viridian ThermoTech™ Thermoplastic Spacer TPS®

Optimum performance solutions with infinite glass combinations

The benefits of Viridian ThermoTech™ TPS® Insulated Glass Units:

• Unequalled life expectancy
• Uniform temperature over the entire surface
• Tolerates thermal stresses and pumping windloads
• Structural silicone seal (upon request) with argon gas fill for unmatched insulation
• Almost any shape, size and thickness including offset or stepped units – all four sides are possible
• Smart aesthetics of smooth black satin surface
• Reduces outside noise factors by up to 50% or more
• Multiple Low E combinations are possible in the make up of the IGU – which further improves energy efficiency
• Argon gas standard
• Inbuilt desiccant in the TPS® prevents condensation forming in the unit
• Triple glazed options are also available
• Optimal sealing barrier against gas loss
• Homogenous continuously applied Thermoplastic Spacer – the perfect primary seal
• Excellent tension, expansion and resilience properties
• Long life through effective vapour barrier
• Further moisture absorption is considerably slower as the diffusion distance becomes longer
• Low initial moisture content
• Optimum performance even under extreme external exposure
• Stress behaviour under windload and suction, when operating the window e.g. opening and closing or suddenly slamming shut with a draught
• No shear and peel stress due to stress load elastic edge seal following all movements

Considerations

• Glazing compounds, sealants and gaskets need to be approved by the manufacturer for suitability.
• Frame design – the Viridian Warranty relies on frame design in accordance with AS/NZS4666. Do not expose ThermoTech edges to standing water and moisture as this can result in seal failure. The frames must incorporate impervious weather seals or a self draining system.
• Windload and safety determine the type and thickness of glass required – refer Australian Standard AS1288 or New Zealand Standard NZS4223.
• Installation must be in accordance with AS/NZS4666. Please refer to the technical glazing specification on the website for further installation instructions.
• Visual characteristics and manufacturing tolerances – ThermoTech is manufactured to AS/NZS4666. Also refer to the Viridian website for specification and installation information, including distortion and reflection from changes in exterior and interior pressure and temperature.

Handling and storage

Special handling is required. Refer to Viridian literature. When transporting above altitudes of 800m, special precautions apply. This must be brought to the attention of Viridian.

It takes approximately twice as long to completely saturate the desiccant incorporated in the TPS butyl compared to the desiccant beads in the conventional IGU

Optimum performance even under extreme external exposure

Stress behaviour under internal loads induced by a change in altitude and climate

Minimize shear and peel stresses due to flexible TPS spacer and elastic edge seal follow all movements