WinSel- A general window selection- and energy rating tool

Karlsson, Joakim

doi:10.1016/b978-008043865-8/50594-8

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“… Level 2 is to develop the energy rating as discussed above .This system yields one single figure that is labeled on the window, independent of zone and type of building. This rating favors a choice of window with a high gvalue, low U-value and low infiltration, which is preferable in many cases in heating dominated (cold) climates (Amorim [9]).…”

Section: Energy Rating Systems Of Windowsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Energy Rating Windows for Residential Buildings

Hassouneh¹,

Alshboul²,

Al‐Salaymeh³

2010

IJTEE

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The present paper describes an example of an energy rating windows for residential buildings in Jordan. It focuses on the thermal properties of the available windows in the market in Jordan. Windows have a great effect on the heating and cooling requirements costs of a building, and the comfort level experienced by its occupants. Windows are considered the weakest link in a building envelope for heat gain in the summertime and heat loss in the wintertime. A survey on the most common windows that are used in residential buildings has been carried out. The label of the window describes the type of window, and rates it for many factors such as U-Factor, SHGC, and visible light transmittance. The output of the present work can give the home owners an opportunity to choose the appropriate window for the building taking into consideration thermal performance of the window and its impact on the cooling and heating load of the building. The energy performance of the building and the choice of energy efficient window are dependent on glazing type, number of glazing, frame materials, interior and exterior, shading, and window orientation. Therefore, it is very important to take into consideration all options when determining which energy-efficient window is best and most cost-effective for your needs both now and in the future. The most important reason to select energy efficient windows is to reduce the annual coast of heating and cooling of the buildings. This makes good sense for the most building owners and it also contributes in the efforts to reduce the bad impacts of the non-renewable energy use.

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Section: Energy Rating Systems Of Windowsmentioning

confidence: 99%