Saint-Gobain Glass Launches SGG COOL-LITE SKN 176 II Combining Neutral Aesthetics & High Performance

SGG COOL-LITE SKN 176 II outperforms all other double silver SGG COOL-LITE SKN coatings, combining a 70% light transmittance with 0.37 g-value as well as achieving a thermal insulation value of 1.0W/m2K.SGG COOL-LITE SKN 176 II is designed for the commercial market where a high light transmittance and low solar heat gain is required.The high light transmission reduces the need of artificial light and the low g-value significantly reduces the dependency on heating and air conditioning. SGG COOL-LITE SKN 176 II not only improves well-being by creating a more pleasant working environment, it also reduces energy consumption and helps to create a more sustainable building design.

SGG COOL-LITE SKN 176 II is a ‘to be toughened’ product which makes it suitable for applications which demand toughened or heat-strengthened glass. The product can be used in a wide range of architectural applications including curtain walling, bolted glass assemblies, external wall cladding, double-skin applications and overhead glazing.

Market Manager for Saint-Gobain Glass’ Better Working product range Adrian Adams said that the low G-Value gives architects the additional design flexibility of excluding external shading devices to control solar gain as SGG COOL-LITE SKN 176 II is able to reduce the amount of solar heat gain by 63%.

“This will have a substantial impact on the concept and design of any facade, enabling the architect to include large areas of glazing and subsequently creating bright comfortable environments where solar heat gain is a critical factor for the comfort of the occupants."

Adrian Adams added “The development of SGG COOL-LITE SKN 176 II demonstrates Saint-Gobain Glass’ commitment in delivering innovative solutions for architects and specifiers. SGG COOL-LITE SKN 176 II combines high performance solar control with excellent neutrality, for applications requiring high light transmission combined with a low g-value. With the ever increasing emphasis on buildings energy consumption, highlighted in the buildings BREEAM credentials, the boundaries of energy performance are always being pushed; due to its unique features SGG COOL-LITE SKN 176 II has the ability to enhance the environmental credentials of a building and subsequently contribute towards its BREEAM rating.”