With the increasing requirements of modern buildings for energy saving, environmental protection and comfort, a glass called LOWE (Low-Emissivity) has gradually emerged in the construction industry. LOWE glass, as a special coated glass, has achieved effective control of heat and light through its unique surface coating technology, becoming a green energy-saving model in modern buildings.
1. The principle and characteristics of LOWE glass
The principle of LOWE glass is to use a special coating on its surface to control the transfer of heat and light. This coating is usually composed of metals or metal oxides, such as indium tin oxide or silicon nitride, which can reflect and absorb infrared radiation, effectively curbing the loss of heat and the entry of external heat.
The characteristics of LOWE glass are mainly reflected in the following aspects:
1. Excellent thermal insulation performance: LOWE glass can block external heat from entering the room, and at the same time prevent indoor heat from leaking out, thereby maintaining the stability of indoor temperature. In summer, it can block external heat from entering the room, making the room cooler; in winter, it can prevent indoor heat from leaking out and keep warm.
2. Good light transmittance: LOWE glass has good light transmittance and will not affect indoor lighting. At the same time, it can effectively block ultraviolet radiation and protect people's health.
3. Sound isolation performance: LOWE glass also has good sound isolation performance, which can block the spread of noise and provide people with a quieter indoor environment.
2. LOWE glass production process
The production process of LOWE glass is mainly divided into online and offline.
1. Online production process: The coating of online LOWE glass is completed at one time on the float line. The LOWE glass produced by this method has many advantages, such as hot bending and tempering, no need to use it in a hollow state, and long-term storage. However, its thermal performance is relatively poor.
2. Offline production process: Offline LOWE glass is completed separately on another line called vacuum cathode magnetron sputtering line after leaving the float line. The LOWE glass produced by this method has better thermal insulation performance, but the cost is higher, and there are more colors to choose from.
3. Application of LOWE glass
Due to its excellent thermal insulation and good light transmittance, LOWE glass is increasingly used in modern buildings. Whether it is residential, commercial buildings or automotive glass, LOWE glass can be seen.
In the residential field, LOWE glass is widely used in doors, windows, curtain walls and other parts, which effectively improves the energy efficiency of the building and also improves the comfort of the living environment. In the field of commercial buildings, LOWE glass is often used in the curtain wall system of large shopping malls, office buildings and other buildings. It is not only beautiful, but also can effectively reduce energy consumption.
4. Market prospects of LOWE glass
As people's requirements for building energy saving, environmental protection and comfort continue to increase, the market prospects of LOWE glass are becoming more and more broad. Especially in a country like my country where energy is relatively scarce, vigorously developing the production technology of LOWE glass and promoting its application areas will surely bring significant social and economic benefits.
At the same time, with the advancement of science and technology and the enhancement of people's environmental awareness, the production process and technology of LOWE glass will continue to be improved and perfected. In the future, we can expect LOWE glass to play a more important role in the construction industry and create a more livable, comfortable and energy-saving indoor environment for people.