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Polysulphide enhances insulated glass windows:
FENZI NORTH AMERICA
Canadian Design and Construction Report special feature
Fenzi North America is keeping ahead of higher en-
ergy efficiency expectations in window and door com-
ponents by advocating the use of polysulphide and
polyurethane in insulated glass (IG) windows.
The global company headquartered in Italy, with a
Toronto office to oversee North American operations,
provides sealants, aluminum and warmedge steel spac-
ers and desiccants for the flat glass processing industry.
General manager David Devenish says there is a lot
of talk in the industry about energy-efficient windows
and the growing trend for energy ratings and gas reten-
tion. “Five years ago there were no requirements for
this,” he said. “Now there are requirements for the initial
concentration and an after cycling requirement. Once
new changes are put into place over the next few years,
Fenzi will be in an enhanced market position because the
systems we use already support and meet those require-
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ments.” The Canadian Design and Construction Report — Summer 2014 – 41