WINTHS®

Software solution for calculating thermal stresses in glass by solar radiation

Professional calculation

of thermal loads on glass surfaces

Powerful functionality

to minimize the risk of glass breakage

WINTHS®

WINTHS is the software solution for the simple and user-friendly calculation of the climatic conditions acting on glass panes, taking geographical location and historical weather data into account.
WINTHS makes it possible to determine the occurring thermal stresses on glass surfaces in advance with regard to extreme weather data, thus drastically minimizing the risk of glass breakage.

WINTHS takes into account various factors that influence the thermal stress of glass surfaces. Of course, the glass structure is fundamental: glass quality, edge quality, gaps, gas fillings, type and thickness of the frame or the thermal inertia of the respective construction.
These values are set in relation to the existing ambient values. The basis for this can be existing climate data for this region (average and extreme values) as well as freely selectable values.

The results are displayed in the form of graphs. In addition, all relevant calculation results are displayed to the user in a detailed report, including a summary of whether the respective glass structure satisfies the locally prevailing temperature fluctuations.

Features

  • Determination of low, medium or high thermal inertia of the frame
  • Graphical evaluation with false colors
  • Consideration of any climate data and orientations
  • Calculation of arbitrary pane structures
  • Consideration of printed glasses
  • Different storage
  • Processing of the glass edge
  • Partial shadowing

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Why WINTHS®?

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  • Results are internationally recognized
  • Extremely user-friendly operation
  • Reliable partner for long-term customer satisfaction
  • Market-ready solutions even before the relevant laws and standards are passed, along with ongoing updates - our solutions are always up to date

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Climate & orientation

Frame

Result

  • Location
    Definition of the location from which the outdoor temperatures and irradiance levels are determined for the specified days during the calculation
  • Partial shading
    The presence of a sun visor, a canopy, a loggia or a wall can result in a temporary or permanent shadow being cast on the glazing. The specification of the partial shading is required for the calculation of the thermal stress
  • Installation angle
    Specification of the installation angle in relation to the horizontal.
  • Orientation
    Specification of the orientations for which the calculation is to be carried out.
  • Bearing
    The type of bearing is required to determine the coefficient ka in accordance with NF DTU 39 P3, Table 9, which is included in the calculation of the permissible stress.
  • Glass edge
    Enter the type of glass edge here. This information is used to determine the coefficient kv in accordance with NF DTU 39 P3, Table 11, which is also included in the calculation of the permissible stress.
  • Frame type
    As a rule, the frame with low thermal inertia should be used here, specifying the material and the frame U-value Uf. This information is later used to calculate the temperatures of the glass in the frame (zone 1).
  • Result printout
    A clear result printout displays all values at a glance
  • Graphical display
    The graphical display of the glass structure with the layer temperatures simplifies the evaluation of the data
  • Result
    The result of the verification and the maximum utilisation are displayed clearly and simply
  • Display of temperature distribution
    The temperature distribution can be displayed in the individual zones for any orientation and any time period. Incorrect colour display is also possible

Further variants & functions

SOMMERGLOBAL Cloud

  • Save local calculations from SommerGlobal in the cloud
  • Retrieve calculations from the cloud regardless of location
  • Load and edit items anytime and anywhere
  • View proofs as mobile documents
  • Manual storage by the user
  • Encrypted data

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Explanation of terms

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Climate and orientation

Determination of the location from which the outdoor temperatures and the irradiance levels are determined on the specified days during the calculation.
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Partial shading

The presence of a sun visor, a canopy, a loggia or a wall can result in a temporary or permanent shadow being cast on the glazing. The specification of partial shading is required for the calculation of the thermal stress σth.

Frame

Specification of bearing, glass edge and frame type for calculating the permissible stress σadm
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Result

A clear result printout shows all values at a glance.
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Evaluation

The temperature distribution can be displayed in the individual zones for any orientation and any time period. Incorrect color display is also possible.