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and transoms with external face-applied bars were installed throughout four floors of a school library. The system was specified due to the acoustic rating it was able to achieve using 12.8 mm x 12.8 mm acoustic laminated glass, a drop-down seal on the framed glass doors, and a +/- 25 mm deflection head.
Inspiring glass partitions
The project revealed another advantage of installing glazed partitions in educational settings, namely the aesthetic they lend to spaces. It’s often said that people are a product of their environment. Therefore, if places of learning present a smart, professional look courtesy of a well-appointed glass partition scheme, it’s more likely students that will respond accordingly. The additional natural daylight afforded by partitions provides another boost for occupant wellbeing. In research carried out in the U.S by Professor Alan Hedge of Cornell University, the study revealed a significant drop in incidence of eyestrain, headaches and drowsiness in workers in offices which are filled with natural daylight. Transpose these findings to a learning environment, and it becomes clear how similar conditions could benefit students in terms of mood and concentration levels. Although not a ‘headline’ consideration, when specifying glass partitions for schools, it’s worth remembering that they can be lively places when catering for hundreds of students of different age groups. This means that glass partitions in classrooms, even where occupants are seated for the majority of the time, should be specified for a certain level of robustness. As part of this, for the safety of students and the integrity of the structure itself, investing in a glass partition that meets up to date standards for loadings is essential.
Conclusion
Although there are a number of standout reasons for specifying glass partitions for schools, they are available to suit a wide range of needs in terms of cost, design and performance. Available in either straight lined or faceted forms, single and double-glazed systems offer a practical and innovative solution for the smart and discreet division of interior space.
Neil Miller is sales and marketing director at QIC Trims
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