Tools

Helping you visualize, plan and forecast

You want to know how your building will perform, what it will look like, and how energy efficient it will be. Our glass products are compatible with the latest specifier and CAD technologies to make it easy to plan for and use our glass. Our award-winning, proprietary suite of glass configurators and calculators, known as Guardian Glass Analytics, complement a variety of other tools to help make it easier to use our glass.

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Glass Analytics™

Guardian’s award-winning suite of tools to support architects, glass fabricators and other Guardian customers, including Glass Visualizer, Performance Calculators and the Sustainability Calculator.

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Mobile apps

Access Guardian apps from most Apple and Android devices for both residential and commercial glass projects

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BIM data

Building Information Modeling Generator applies science and cutting-edge expertise to maximize the power of appearance and performance, streamlining workflow.

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Glass Visualizer

Standard Products

The Guardian Glass Visualizer allows users to evaluate the aesthetic properties of our comprehensive range of products by selecting the float glass substrate and SunGuard coating you prefer.

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Performance Comparison

Standard Products

Quickly sort through standard SunGuard insulated glass unit makeups so you can compare products that match your glass performance and appearance needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between heat-strengthened and fully tempered glass? How do Low-E coatings work?How do I know what thickness of glass is appropriate for stairs and railings? Chances are, if you have a question, we have an answer.