Smart. Easy. Profitable.

Generate larger and more profitable contracts, differentiate yourself from competitors, and stay ahead of the technology curve with SageGlass

SageGlass® dynamic glass for commercial, industrial and residential buildings

Glass designed for people, performance and profitability

SageGlass will be critical to realizing a greener, more energy-efficient future.

Glazing contractors who partner with SAGE will be well-positioned to beat the

competition today and tomorrow.

Dynamic glass for a changing world

To sustain a growing business, glazing contractors need every

competitive advantage. Yet static glass offers very few

opportunities for differentiation. This familiar product is the

largest source of unwanted heat exchange in any building,

which is troubling when you consider the growing demand for

energy efficiency and the steep rise in mandated energy

reduction.

SageGlass® changes everything. This dynamic glazing provides

unprecedented control over daylight and solar heat, effectively

rewriting energy efficiency calculations. It allows architects to

include more windows in their designs, and makes it easier for

building owners to justify the cost. This means that SageGlass

can help you win larger installations with higher profits.

Clear innovation

The SageGlass coatings are on the

inside (air gap facing) surface of the

outboard laminated lite where, when

tinted, they absorb and reradiate the

sun's energy, preventing it from

transmitting through the inner lite.

62% light transmission

38% solar heat transmission

Sealed air space

0.47 solar heat gain coe�cient

SOLAR HEAT

SUNLIGHT

Sealed air space SOLAR HEAT

SUNLIGHT

Exceptional Profitability

Building envelopes are trending toward dynamic

capabilities to achieve low or zero-net energy

performance. There is a tremendous opportunity for

glazing contractors to increase revenue and profits by

offering SageGlass capability.

Establish a significant and sustainable strategic

advantage over competitors

Attract business from architects and contractors

designing high-performance buildings

Add an ultra-efficient technology to your service portfolio

Eliminate the need for traditional solar controls and

reduce the amount of HVAC, increasing your potential

share of the budget

Increase your profit margin

Easy Installation

New glass technologies must be easy to install, and

SageGlass is designed with this in mind. SageGlass

IGUs are standard thicknesses and fit in most framing

systems. They differ from static glass IGUs in that they

have a wire pigtail extending from one edge. This

pigtail is joined to the low-voltage wiring system in

the building by virtue of a snap-together connector

inside the glazing pocket.

Clear separation of glazing contractor’s and electrician’s

scope of work

Slim snap-together connection in the glazing pocket

means easy installation and re-glazing

Thin low voltage wires are easily routed through framing

systems

Proven wiring integration drawings from previous

installations available

Assistance available from SAGE with wire routing and

installation sequence

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Proven Reliability

SageGlass coatings provide superior durability and

long-lasting performance in windows, skylights and

curtain walls. SageGlass is proven to withstand the

highly stressful environmental conditions exterior

glass experiences, including extreme sunlight,

temperature and ultraviolet radiation.

Tested for more than 15 years by the U.S. Department of

Energy, glass fabricators and window manufacturers

Met industry performance and durability standards for

insulating glass (ASTM E2190, EN1279 parts 2 and 3)

Exceeded industry EC and coating durability standards

(ASTM E2141, EN1096)

Surpassed the ASTM E2141 50,000 tint/clear cycle

standard by reaching 100,000 cycles under thermal

(85°C) and solar exposure without loss of performance

Survived 24 months of exposure in the Arizona desert

(DSET)

Outperformed in the P1 test—arguably the most stringent

IGU evaluation in the industry

Certified by the Insulating Glass Manufacturers’ Alliance

(IGMA) and the Insulating Glass Certification Council

(IGCC), and is CE Mark compliant for Europe

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Long-Term Success

The way we use glass is changing. U-factor and solar

heat gain requirements are tightening. Energy

reduction goals increase with every code cycle.

Dynamic, ultra-efficient SageGlass gives glazing

contractors a stronger position for high performance

and LEED-certified projects.

Enable dynamic building envelopes and mitigate the

trend toward lower window-to-wall ratios

Capture more energy savings and allow more glass to

be used without an energy penalty

Adopt the highest-efficiency dynamic glass before your

competitors

Elevate glazing to a strategic imperative for green

buildings with fully automated controls

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You can adjust SageGlass manually or automatically

to manage daylight and solar heat without obstruct-

ing exterior views.

Hour to Hour

morning: SageGlass tints automatically, precisely

balancing natural light and shade

afternoon: SageGlass reacts to changing light

levels, tinting or clearing zones as needed

evening: SageGlass tints to prevent exterior

light pollution

Day to Day

cloudy days: SageGlass clears to allow maximum

natural light

sunny days: SageGlass tints to allow adequate

cooling and shade

Season to Season

summer: SageGlass rejects excess solar heat and

prevents glare, reducing demand for cooling

winter: SageGlass maximizes solar heat and light,

reducing demand for heating and lighting while zoning

for glare control

All Year Long

education: SageGlass adds natural light, aiding

student performance

government: SageGlass provides critical support for

leed® certification

commercial: SageGlass creates pleasant interiors

for visitors, customers and clients

healthcare: SageGlass brings the natural world

indoors to improve patient outcomes

Innovative technology for energy efficiency

commercialsales@sageglass.com www.sageglass.com

SAGE Electrochromics, Inc. 1 Sage Way Faribault, MN 55021 USA

507.331.4848 877.724.3321

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