THERMAL STRESS GLASS BREAKAGE

Glass doesn’t just “randomly” break. One of the most misunderstood causes of glass failure is thermal stress — a condition created by uneven temperature distribution across a pane. When one area of glass heats up significantly more than another, internal stresses build. If those stresses exceed the glass’s strength, failure occurs. And when it does, it often raises questions: Was it a manufacturing defect? An installation issue? Or something environmental? Understanding thermal stress is critical in façade investigations, risk mitigation, and litigation support. Small design decisions — shading conditions, coatings, framing details — can have major consequences. Have you encountered a project where glass breakage was initially misdiagnosed? Follow us for more information: Website: https://facadeconsultants.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmeshulam/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/facadeconsultants/ #FacadeConsultants #WindowTips #windowglass #informativecontent #informativereels