Acoustic insulation or noise control is an integral aspect of occupant comfort, be it a living or working space. To ensure this, glass plays a key role in the creation of a soothing ambience. Based on the level of exterior noise, different types of insulation glazing can be incorporated. Double-glazing with acoustic insulation glazing laminated glass can significantly reduce the noise entering the home through closed windows. In addition, it also provides adequate safety because it comes with the benefits of laminated glass that does not cause injury even in the event of a breakage.
REXI Acoustic insulation glazing is achieved by using thick glass (monolithic or laminated with a safety film) as its mass absorbs the phonic vibrations. While it can provide the desired results, it can also make the windows heavier and even reduce the thermal performance. The total thickness of insulating glazing depends on the depth of the window rabbet (generally 24 or 28 mm). To install the glazing, increasing the thickness of the glass accordingly reduces the width of the gap containing the inert gas (e.g. argon), at the cost of thermal comfort.