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Hurricane Impact Glass Block System: Hurricane Tested. Code Approved.

That’s Pittsburgh Corning’s THICKSET® 90 Glass Block and our KWiK’N EZ® Rigid Track Installation System. The system has passed hurricane impact tests recognized by the International Building Code and Dade County in coastal areas. Which makes it the perfect solution if you want beauty and function that will weather most any storm.

THICKSET® 90 Glass Block Functional Benefits

  • Greater face thickness than standard glass block
  • Graffiti-resistant, damage-resistant and easy to clean
  • Noise-resistant
  • Offers a range of visibility and privacy, depending on pattern chosen
  • Allows varying degrees of light transmission
  • Greater security than conventional windows

For technical service support and a copy of test reports and approvals, call 1-800-245-1217 ext. 900.

KWiK’N EZ® Rigid Track Premiere Series System with THICKSET® 90 Glass Block The System
  • THICKSET® 90 Glass Block (DECORA® or VUE® patterns)
  • KWiK’N EZ® Rigid Track Silicone Installation System
Code Approvals
  • Meets large missile impact tests referenced in the International Building Code, in accordance with ASTM E-1886 and ASTM E-1996
  • Dade County Approval
  • Texas Department of Insurance Approval
Panel Size and Design Pressure Rating
  • 4 ft. x 4 ft. = 100 PSF Design Pressure
  • 4 ft. x 8 ft. = 80 PSF Design Pressure
  • 6 ft. x 6 ft. = 68 PSF Design Pressure
Note: Dade County approval for panel size of 4 ft. x 4 ft. at 70 PSF

For Installation Details and Specifications click here.

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