1. Glass Fin Curtain Wall
A glass fin curtain wall uses glass fins (vertical or sometimes horizontal panels of glass) to support the glazing system, instead of traditional metal framing. These fins are typically made of laminated or tempered glass and are often used to create a very minimalistic, transparent, and elegant façade.
✅ Advantages:
Minimalistic Aesthetic – Glass fins provide a sleek, almost frameless appearance, allowing for more transparency and greater visual appeal. The fins appear almost invisible from the exterior, offering uninterrupted views.
Strong Structural Support – Glass fins act as vertical structural elements, supporting the glass panels with high strength, which is particularly useful for large or tall panels.
Light-Weight Frame Option – While the glass fins are strong, they are often lighter compared to full metal framing systems, reducing overall weight.
Clean & Contemporary Look – Perfect for modern, high-end commercial and residential projects where visual aesthetics are a priority.
🔹 Best For:
Luxury commercial or residential buildings looking for a high-end, minimalist design.
Projects that emphasize maximum transparency and light penetration.
Specialty buildings where unique aesthetic appeal is desired, like museums or office towers.
2. Double Glazed Curtain Wall
A double-glazed curtain wall features two layers of glass separated by an air or gas-filled space (like argon). The gap between the panes of glass enhances thermal insulation and soundproofing, making it an energy-efficient choice for building envelopes. It typically uses a metal frame, most commonly made of aluminum, to support the glazing.
✅ Advantages:
Energy Efficiency – The air or gas layer between the two glass panes acts as an insulation barrier, reducing heat transfer and improving energy efficiency. This is particularly beneficial in regions with extreme temperatures.
Improved Acoustic Insulation – Double-glazed systems also offer superior sound insulation, making them ideal for urban environments with high noise levels.
Cost-Effective for Performance – While more expensive than single-glazed systems, double glazing provides excellent value in terms of insulation and long-term energy savings, making it more cost-effective than some other high-performance glazing options.
Durability & Low Maintenance – The metal frame (typically aluminum) provides structural strength and requires minimal maintenance compared to more complex systems like glass fins.
Thermal Comfort – Helps regulate indoor temperatures, reducing the need for excessive heating or cooling, which can lead to energy savings in the long run.
🔹 Best For:
Energy-efficient commercial buildings, particularly in climates with extreme temperatures (hot or cold).
High-rise buildings where soundproofing is important (e.g., office towers, hotels).
Cost-conscious projects that still require high levels of insulation and comfort.
Large-scale residential buildings or mixed-use developments where thermal control and comfort are critical.
| Feature | Glass Fin Curtain Wall | Double Glazed Curtain Wall |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetic | Highly transparent, minimalist, frameless look | Visible metal frame, but customizable slim profiles |
| Energy Efficiency | Generally lower; requires additional insulation | High energy efficiency due to insulating air gap |
| Structural Support | Uses glass fins for support, limited load-bearing | Metal frame (usually aluminum), can bear larger loads |
| Cost | Expensive due to specialized glass and installation | Moderate, more affordable than glass fin systems |
| Acoustic Insulation | Lower unless combined with other systems | Excellent sound insulation due to double glazing |
| Maintenance | Requires high maintenance, especially with glass fins | Low maintenance with durable aluminum framing |
| Installation | Complex and specialized installation | Easier and quicker installation due to standard framing |
| Ideal For | Luxury projects, high-end aesthetics, large glass panels | Energy-efficient buildings, urban environments, large-scale developments |
Laminated glass
Laminated glass is a composite glass product made by bonding two or more layers of glass with polyvinyl alcohol (PVB) film and then processing them under high temperature and high pressure. Laminated glass made of transparent film has a similar appearance to ordinary annealed glass, but due to the excellent flexibility of PVB film, when laminated glass is impacted by external force, the film layer will quickly absorb a large amount of impact energy and attenuate it, so laminated glass is difficult to be penetrated. Due to the bonding performance of the film layer, the glass will not fall off after being broken, and can maintain excellent integrity. It still has certain shielding performance, which will not cause injury due to glass scattering, and will give enough time to replace the glass. Therefore, laminated glass is a truly safe glass. It is widely used in building doors and windows, curtain walls, skylights, skylights, ceilings, and indoor glass.
| Specifications | 6000mmx2400mm | ||
| Minimum processing size | 600mmx200mm | ||
| Thickness range | 4-40mm | ||
| Product standard | GB9962-1999 “Laminated glass” national standard | ||
| Application areas | application area: partitions, windows, counters, fences, floors, bathrooms. Courtyard, Leisure Facilities, Supermarket, Farmhouse, Laundry, Workshop, Kitchen, School, Bathroom, Babies and kids, Bedroom, Exterior, Dining, Warehouse, Home Office, Staircase, Outdoor, Living Room, Park, Wine Cellar, Office Building, Storage & Closet, Gym, Mall, Entry, Apartment, Sports Venues, Basement, Hospital, Villa, Hotel, Home Bar, Hall, Garage & Shed |
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Product Overview
Thermal stability: Tempered glass has good thermal stability and can withstand a temperature difference of 300°C, which is 3 times that of ordinary glass.
Safety: Tempered glass has strong impact resistance due to the presence of a stress layer, making it difficult to break, and the small blunt-angle particles formed after the glass is broken will not cause significant harm to the human body.
Which One is Right for Your Project?
If you prioritize energy efficiency & corrosion resistance → Fiberglass Curtain Walls
If you want cost-effective, proven performance & design flexibility → Glass Curtain Walls
