What is Edgegard Max spacer?
EdgeGardMAX® Spacers – Traditional aluminum box spacers use desiccant and sealant between two panes of glass to provide insulation. EdgeGardMAX state-of-the-art window spacers provide superior insulating properties with an advanced design to help stop heat flow and reduce condensation.
What is Milgard 3D Max?
Milgard’s 3D MAX™ Energy Package Simplifies Meeting Federal Energy Tax Credit Requirements for Homeowners. The credit covers 30% of material costs up to the $1,500 limit, and will run through the end of 2010.
Do Milgard windows have argon gas?
Gas-filled Space Between Glass Panes: Milgard uses either Argon or Krypton gas between the panes to enhance thermal performance while still maintaining your view. Argon is standard.
Does milgard use Cardinal glass?
Cardinal glass is featured in the most top of the line products like Andersen, Pella, Windsor, Marvin, Milgard, Fleetwood, Amsco, etc. In fact, we sell 20 brands of windows and doors and all of these brands use Cardinal glass in their products.
Why is Milgard not in Texas?
According to officials, the decision to close its plants in Aurora, Colo., and Grand Prairie, Texas, stems from weakened economic conditions brought on by COVID-19. The company also noted a full line of MI-branded products is still available from its 400,000-square-foot facility in Flower Mound, Texas.
What does OA mean in window glass?
O.A.: The thickness, overall, of an insulated unit of glass, including both pieces of glass and the spacer bar.
Is it better to have a higher solar heat gain coefficient?
The lower the SHGC, the less solar heat it transmits and the greater its shading ability. A product with a high SHGC rating is more effective at collecting solar heat during the winter.
What does 366 mean in glass?
Low-E 366. The ultimate performance glass, Low-E 366 provides the highest levels of year-round comfort and greatest energy savings. Its patented coating offers an ideal balance of solar control and high visibility.
What is the U-factor of a Milgard window?
U-factors on windows generally range from 0.25 to 1.25. Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) – SHGC measures the amount of solar radiation transmitted through a window, expressed as a number between 0 and 1. The lower the SHGC, the less solar heat the window transmits. Milgard Energy Performance Options
Which is better Milgard suncoat or suncoatmax?
As a result, homes with Low-E glass windows and doors enjoy more consistent temperatures year-round for comfort and energy savings. Carpet and furniture are also better protected against UV rays and color fading. Milgard SunCoat is Low-E2 and SunCoatMAX is Low-E3 giving you better levels of protection.
What kind of gas is used in edgegard window?
EdgeGardMAX is a state-of-the-art window spacer using an advanced design to stop heat flow and reduce condensation to improve energy efficiency and help extend the life of the glass unit. Argon and Krypton gas-filled air space- Argon gas, used between panes, is often an option offered by top window manufacturers.
What makes a Milgard double glazed window energy efficient?
It’s a durable TCO (Transparent Conductive Oxide) coating that enhances the U-factor of the window by reflecting heat back into the home. 4th Surface provides energy performance levels in a Dual Glazed insulated unit that previously were only attainable with our Triple Glazing option.