Comfort E-PS™ delivers ENERGY STAR® Performance for Northern Climates
Expanding on its heritage of developing innovative glass products that deliver outstanding performance, AGC Glass Company North America has introduced Comfort E-PS™ Energy-Efficient Low-E Glass. This new low-emissivity, energy-efficient glass meets ENERGY STAR® requirements for the northern region of the U.S. and all zones in Canada, making it ideal for use in colder climates where heating costs are the primary concern.
New Comfort E-PS has a solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) of 0.73—the highest level of any glass available on the market. The technology in Comfort E-PS allows high levels of free solar heat from the sun to enter the home, while its thermal insulating properties retain heat inside the residence and keep cold air outside.
This superior level of performance reduces energy costs year after year for homeowners. In fact, based on independent testing results, a typical homeowner in the northern markets mentioned can save an average of $130 annually with Comfort E-PS, when compared to a standard low-SHGC window.
Comfort E-PS pyrolytic (hard-coat) glass is recommended for use in homes, condominiums and apartments, but it can also be utilized in selected commercial applications. Featuring a colorless, neutral appearance, the product is a versatile choice for all types of architectural styles.
“This innovative glass offers an excellent balance between passive solar heating and thermal insulating qualities, enabling northern homeowners to save energy and reduce their annual heating costs substantially,” says John Rarick, AGC Glass Company North America’s Marketing Manager, Building Products Group. “The product is a testament to the fact that AGC is committed to delivering tailored energy performance for every region, assuring maximum performance, energy efficiency and comfort inside your home, regardless of the weather conditions outside.”
The high thermal insulating value of Comfort E-PS glass keeps the inside surface of the window glass warmer. This warmer surface minimizes that cold, drafty feeling caused by cold glass surfaces and creates a cozier, more comfortable environment within a home.
Comfort E-PS is engineered to provide homeowners with high levels of light transmission and daylighting, enabling them to enjoy more natural light and reduce energy consumption for artificial lighting.
About AGC Glass Company North America
Through its strategic business units, AGC Glass Company North America offers one of the industry’s broadest lines of Building Products, Solar Glass and Automotive Glass. The company is part of Japan-based Asahi Glass Co., Ltd.—the world leader in glass production. A fully integrated supplier, AGC Glass Company North America has approximately 4,000 employees in its locations across North America. To learn more, visit www.us.agc.com.
About AGC’s Energy-Efficiency Commitment
AGC’s family of low-emissivity coated glass products is designed to maximize energy efficiency while maintaining high visible light transmittance and color neutrality. These products support the company’s position as a supplier/partner in the DOE’s ENERGY STAR® Window Program. AGC Glass Company North America is committed to maximizing the performance and efficiency of its Low-E products, including customized new solutions aimed at specific energy needs. Comfort E-PS Energy-Efficient Low-E Glass is the newest member of the expanding AGC Low-E family. For more information, please visit www.comforteps.com.
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