Fire Rating Of Vinyl Windows

Certainly one can install fire rated glazing into any type of window or framing system.

Fire rating of vinyl windows.

Fyre tec windows accommodate a variety of ul fire rated glazing. Mmi door 32 in. Fire rated house to garage single prehung interior door. Find a vinyl window that complements your home.

Fire rated windows also endure the hose stream test in which the glass holds fast even during this extreme change in temperature. However it is unlikely one would have a fire rated opening utilizing fire rated glazing in a vinyl window since once the vinyl melts the glazing would not be held in place. Initially a heat test is performed where in the window is exposed to temperatures up to 1600 degrees fahrenheit. Vinyl windows from pella are easy to care for affordable and provide exceptional energy efficiency.

Fema 2008 do not recommend using vinyl and wood framed windows. Listed by ul and intertek warnock hersey. When other windows made from materials such as aluminum vinyl and wood are placed under. Look for labeled products indicating this certification.

All fyre tec rated windows are factory glazed with either clear ceramics 1 hour labeled or 1 4 wire glass 45 minute labeled. Our unique vinyl formula is performance tested for excellent weathering color retention and durability. Leading usa manufacturer of fire rated glass and framing for use in doors walls windows and floors up to 2 hours for over 35 years. For example some builder s and homeowner s guides e g slack 2000.

In addition insulated glass units are available with optional low e glazing to reduce the infrared and ultraviolet light that comes through the glass. Vinyl windows that are certified to comply with the aama wdma csa 101 i s 2 a440 standard specification possess this feature. Craftsman right hand primed composite 20 min. For example they can be separated according to shape or form material function purpose glazing or their thermal insulation.

The vinyl frame in this fixed frame window sagged under the imposed radiant exposure but the glass did not fall out or break.