Progress on Shifting Paradigms on Design of Laminated Glass for Buildings

Mr. Phillip S. Davies, Dr. Stephen J. Bennison

Since publication of 'Shifting Paradigms on Design of Laminated Glass for Buildings' in the GPD 1999 proceedings (1) considerable progress has been made in defining and understanding the performance characteristics of laminated glass in the important areas of safety related to human impact, structural strength, energy control in warm climates and acoustics. These advances have been brought about by extensive research and testing as well as through field experience. This paper will detail
the development of new paradigms which will help to establish laminated glass as the most versatile and beneficial of today's glazing products.

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The Authors

Mr. Phillip Davies Architectural Manager - Asia Pacific DuPont (Australia) Ltd. Phillip Davies has been involved with the laminated glass industry for DuPont for the past 22 years and has extensive experience in all facets of architectural laminated glass from manufacturing throu... Read more