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Quality Glass Block and Window Company Works with Architects by Providing Solar Wall Tubes

Architects use glass block solar wall tubes with phenomenal thermal performance from Quality Glass Block and Window Company.

December 13, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Quality Glass Block and Window Company has been working with architects on school and government projects to help conserve energy with innovative glass block solar wall tubes from Pittsburgh Corning. With a .21 U-value and an R-value over 4.75, architects see the energy saving value.

"The aesthetics and light transmission have always been a major factor in incorporating glass blocks into architectural projects," said Ray Tuminello, president of Quality Glass Block and Window Company. "The solar wall tubes also add to the LEED ratings of the project, and for these reasons we have seen a substantial increase in architectural interest."

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December 22nd, 2011
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