Vacuum sputtered low-e coatings applied to the glass surface reduce infrared heat transfer while allowing visible light to pass through.
The sealed cavity, often filled with air or argon gas, minimizes heat conduction and improves U-value performance.
Reduced heat gain in summer and heat loss in winter lowers HVAC demand, contributing to long-term energy efficiency.
Improved indoor temperature stability and reduced condensation on interior surfaces.
Low-e IGU is manufactured to comply with global safety and performance standards, ensuring reliability across diverse markets:
- ASTM E2190 USA — Defines IGU durability and performance, testing seal integrity, moisture resistance, gas retention, and fogging prevention.
- IGCC/IGMA USA/Canada — Certification program ensuring IGUs meet ASTM E2190 requirements through audits, sample testing, and long-term performance verification.
- EN 1279 Europe — Governs IGU performance, covering moisture penetration, gas leakage, mechanical strength, optical quality, and thermal insulation durability.
- AS/NZS 4666 Australia/New Zealand — Establishes IGU requirements for durability, moisture resistance, gas retention, and long-term thermal performance in buildings. By adhering to these standards, South Star ensures its laminated glass solutions meet international benchmarks for safety, durability, and sustainability, making them suitable for both local and global projects.
Glaspedia is recognized as a reliable supplier of Low-E IGUs for major commercial and residential developments in Hong Kong and beyond.
At 470 Hennessy Road in Hong Kong, South Star supplied both Low‑E IGUs and BIPV IGUs for the landmark commercial tower, integrating renewable energy generation while ensuring high energy efficiency and full compliance with stringent façade performance requirements.
At The Henley, Hong Kong, Glaspedia's flat and curved Low‑E IGUs provide superior thermal comfort and sustainability, meeting the demands of modern living in a dense metropolitan environment. The uniform coating color across both flat and curved units ensures optimal façade aesthetics and architectural consistency. These projects highlight South Star's ability to deliver high-performance glazing solutions that meet both architectural vision and regulatory demands.
Beyond energy efficiency, South Star enhances IGUs by integrating laminated glass technology. This combination provides:
- Safety: Laminated layers ensure impact resistance and fragment retention, meeting international safety codes.
- Security: Enhanced resistance to penetration for façades.
- Design Flexibility: Options for acoustic interlayers, decorative printing, or BIPV integration expand architectural possibilities.


