Safety Glass

Grade A safety glass according to the Australian Glass and Glazing standards AS1288 is glass which is designed and manufactured so it reduces the likelihood of causing serious injury to a person if it was to be broken by human contact. Grade A Safety Glass falls into 2 categories, Laminated glass and toughened glass which can be installed in both commercial and residential properties.

Laminated Glass

Laminated glass consists of two sheets of float glass bonded together with a durable plastic interlayer. This construction ensures that if the glass breaks, the fragments remain adhered to the interlayer, holding the panel together for safety.

It is available in clear, obscured, and tinted options, offering versatility for different design and privacy requirements.

Laminated Glass Specifications

Type	Thickness	Weight (kg/m²)	Availability
Clear	5.38 mm	12.5	*
	6.38 mm	15.4	*
	8.38 mm	20.4	*
	10.38 mm	25.4	*
	12.38 mm	30.4	*
Grey	6.38 mm	15.4	*
	8.38 mm	20.4	*
	10.38 mm	25.4	*
	12.38 mm	30.4	*
Bronze	6.38 mm	15.4	*
	8.38 mm	20.4	*
	10.38 mm	25.4	*
	12.38 mm	30.4	*

Toughened Glass

Toughened glass, also known as tempered glass, is produced by heating float glass to a high temperature and rapidly cooling it. This process increases its strength to approximately four to five times that of standard annealed glass of the same thickness.

When broken, toughened glass shatters into small, blunt fragments rather than sharp shards, reducing the risk of injury. It is available in clear, obscure, and tinted varieties.

Common Applications

Windows
Balustrades
Facades
Partitions
Shower screens
Doors
Overhead glazing
Splashbacks

Toughened glass is ideal where light transmission and visibility are important, offering both safety and aesthetic performance.

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