The Double Glazing Myth(s)

The Double Glazing Myth(s)

“For every complex problem there is an answer that is clear, simple, and wrong.” – H. L. Mencken (1880-1956) The energy efficiency of a building is influenced by many different design aspects. Orientation, insulation, ventilation, shading, sealing and building...
Three great benefits of positioning Altair Louvre Windows up high

Three great benefits of positioning Altair Louvre Windows up high

It’s not uncommon to see short, wide windows (particularly Altair Louvre Windows) installed near the ceiling and above head height. These windows are commonly known as highlight or clerestory windows and besides looking great, they also offer a number of specific...
Is there such a thing as a window with “impenetrable security”?

Is there such a thing as a window with “impenetrable security”?

Claims of “impenetrable” security should always be met with some scepticism. After all, ‘impenetrable’ is a pretty big claim! Would it resist a crowbar, or a hammer? What about a bull-dozer, or the jaws of life? And even if a window was ‘impenetrable’, would it offer...
Breezway Wins Patent Infringement Case

Breezway Wins Patent Infringement Case

Following a lengthy legal process, Breezway Australia Holdings Pty Ltd now has a decision from the Federal Court of Australia regarding the infringement of its patent for the highly successful Altair® Louvre Window product. Breezway claimed that the Fresair Premium...
New Ventilation Video

New Ventilation Video

The latest Breezway video highlights the contribution that ventilation makes to the energy efficiency of a building and compares the percentage of the overall window area of various window types that can be opened to allow ventilation. As any louvre lover would know,...