EN 1279 Glass Tests
EN 1279 is a series of standards containing a set of test standards used to determine the performance of glass-based insulating units. The purpose of the standard is to determine important performance properties of glass insulating units in construction products, including suitability for use, moisture permeability, gas leakage, the physical properties of edge sealant materials, and factory production control.
EN 1279 provides a framework for the quality and performance of glass-based insulating units. The standard's subsections cover different test methods and requirements. For example, Part 2 defines long-term test methods and properties for moisture permeability, while Part 3 defines long-term test methods and properties for gas leakage rate and gas concentration tolerances.
EN 1279 describes the test methods and properties used to evaluate the performance of glass insulating units. The tests aim to evaluate important performance properties of glass-based insulating units, including moisture permeability, gas leakage rate, and the physical properties of edge sealant materials.
Conformity of glass-based insulating units with EN 1279 confirms that they provide reliable insulation in construction products and meet the defined performance requirements. Using glass insulating units conforming to this standard can have a positive effect on factors such as energy efficiency, acoustic insulation, and comfort.
EN 1279 is a reference point of interest to manufacturers of glass insulating units, testing laboratories, and evaluation bodies. Manufacturers of glass insulating units can carry out the required tests for conformity with these standards and can refine their production processes against them.
In short, EN 1279 is an important reference point for determining the performance of glass-based insulating units and providing quality control. Using glass insulating units conforming to this standard can offer important advantages for buildings in energy efficiency, comfort, and durability.
