Edgetech customer IMC achieves first Super Spacer Heritage Part 3 pass
Posted on 30/01/2023
An Edgetech customer has started to manufacture the only Super Spacer Heritage double-glazed units in Ireland which have passed BS EN 1279 Part 3.
Based in Banbridge, County Down, IMC Glass is a leading specialist in heritage glazing, supplying customers throughout Ireland and the UK, and its Slim-Glaze units are particularly renowned throughout the market.
The company’s high-performance Krypton-filled double-glazing units start at just 11mm thick (about the diameter of a biro) and can fit into frames that were only designed for single glazing. They also meet the glazing requirements of properties which have listed status.
Passing the Part 3 standard, notoriously difficult for slimline units, is the latest example of the company’s commitment to excellence, as Director Aaron McCreanor explains:
“Of the two parts of BS EN 1279, Part 2, which governs moisture penetration, is relatively straightforward to pass. Most manufacturers don’t have a problem with it.
“Part 3, which governs gas leakage, is much harder. It’s extremely difficult to produce a unit that’s slim enough for heritage use, yet manages the required standard.
“At IMC, we’ve got an extremely talented technical team, and after a lot of hard work, they managed to produce units that consistently pass the test.
“We’re really proud to be the only company in Ireland to achieve this feat.”
Edgetech Head of Sales Tony Palmer comments: “We’re delighted with IMC’s Part 3 success using Super Spacer Heritage.
“Their technical expertise and commitment to excellence mean they’re constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, and seeking to improve the products they provide.
“We look forward to working with them for many years to come.”
More information on IMC Glass can be found at their website www.imcglass.com
For more information, please call 02476 639931 or visit www.edgetechig.co.uk
