Pre-Glazed Windows for K-12 Schools
In a side-by-side comparison, pre-glazed windows from Winco earn more than a passing grade over storefronts with glass vents in educational buildings, especially K-12 schools.
| Pre-Glazed Windows From Winco | Storefront/Curtainwall with Glass Vents | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing Quality | Manufactured, assembled, tested and certified by the manufacturer to AAMA AW standards. |
Project materials delivered in lineal form and manufactured by a second or third party outside of the manufacturer’s control. |
| Field Performance | Warranted by the window manufacturer when correctly installed. | Warranted by the field installer not the manufac-turer. Not typically recommended in installations over 12 ft. tall to drainwater intrusion properly, including large unitized spans. |
| Product Longevity | Average lifespan of 20 to 40 years with regular maintenance and upkeep. | Unknown lifespan due to newness of application and quality of installation. |
| Glazing Durability | Silicone cap sealed by manufacturer provides durability and cannot be de-glazed from exterior, providing added protection against vandalism. | Dry glazed by installer has risk of gasket shrinkage or easy removal by vandals |
| Warranty | Covers entire unit — glass, glazing, finish, material and workmanship of the factory assembled unit. | Manufacturer warranty for aluminum and finish only. Separate glass warranty from one of multiple glass fabricators. |
There’s really no comparison. Pre-manufactured/pre-glazed windows offer superior performance and distinctive sight lines, especially the deep glazing bead Series 3600.