FAQ’s
If I live in a protected building can I retrofit Fineo into the existing timber frames?energlaze uk2020-02-12T11:55:05+00:00
Yes. Fineo’s advanced vacuum insulated technology means that it is only 6.7mm thick and therefore can be retrofitted easily into all timber sash window frames, especially those of delicate period or conservation / heritage buildings.
Will Fineo help reduce the acoustic levels of perceived noise outside?energlaze uk2019-10-25T15:04:50+00:00
Yes, Fineo has excellent acoustic properties. It can provide a received improvement of 34% when compared to single glazing and 18% when compared to double and triple glazing.
What is Fineo?energlaze uk2019-10-25T15:01:10+00:00
Fineo is a vacuum insulated double-glazing created by AGC in conjunction with Panasonic. It consists of two sheets of glass, each as little as 3mm thick with a vacuum gap of 1mm between them. The vacuum creates excellent thermal insulation.
How does Fineo compare to traditional glazing?energlaze uk2020-06-09T13:19:42+00:00
| Single Glazing | Double Glazing | Triple Glazing | Fineo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 4mm | 28mm | 36mm | 6.7mm |
| U-Value (W/m²K) | 5.8 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Light Transmission | 90 | 80 | 71 | 80 |
| Sound Reduction Rw (C;Ctr) dB | 29 (-2; -3) | 31 (-2; -5) | 32 (-1; -5) | 35 (-2; -5) |
| Solar G-Value | 0.87 | 0.71 | 0.61 | 0.62 |
Does Fineo come with a guarantee?energlaze uk2019-10-25T15:14:18+00:00
Yes. Energlaze offers a market leading guarantee of 15 years against unit failure.