The Benefits of a Glass Block Stairwell in Architecture Using a Glass Block Stairwell in Architecture: We have many popular uses for glass block. People often remember glass block walls, windows, or walkways. One usage for many architectural projects that is often forgot about by the general public is using glass block for the surroundings…
Safety
Fire Rated Glass Block
The Safety and Durability of Fire Rated Glass Block Attractive, durable, energy-efficient, and capable of opening up dead and dark spaces, fire rated glass block is endowed with inherent fire-resistant properties. In many fire-safe buildings, fire rated glass block structural components furnish an additional level of safety that wood and drywall cannot. Whether for interior…
Safety Storm Shelters
Protect Yourself and Others with Quality Safety Storm Shelters The severity of hurricanes and tornadoes in North America in recent years seems to have increased. Although storms vary in number, size, and intensity, continuing construction is occupying more land surface and raising the likelihood of a direct hit on a portion of the population. According…
Safety and Security in Schools
Impact-Proof Glass for Greater Safety and Security in Schools As the debate over safety and security in schools continues and the search for solutions continues, school officials and construction engineers are looking for answers to reconfigure access, redesign interior floorplans, and introduce measures to protect students from armed intrusion. Since the Columbine attacks in Colorado…
How To Prepare A Home For Hurricanes
How to Prepare a Home for Hurricanes The time is near when homeowners in hurricane-prone areas should begin to think about protecting their families, homes, and property. Hurricane Preparedness Week, May 26 to June 1, is the perfect time to take action to safeguard everything around you to minimize the potential for damage. Hurricanes, the…
Security and Detention Windows
Security and Detention Windows Perhaps not an automatic first choice for many, reliable and robust glass block is among the best options for security and detention windows. Virtually impenetrable, glass block windows offer many practical advantages over other materials, SEVES solid glass block with steel frame and grid is the right choice for applications that…