Vacuum Insulated Glass Factory & Quotes in the Manila market

Pioneering Next-Generation Ultra-Slim Glazing, High-Performance Fumed Silica VIPs, and Advanced Thermal Envelopes for the Philippines' Green Architecture & Cold Chain Sectors.

Industry Insights

Manila Thermal Envelope Whitepaper

1. The Manila Market: Urban Density & The Cooling Challenge

Metro Manila, one of the most densely populated metropolitan regions globally, is situated within a tropical monsoon climate zone (Am) characterized by high ambient temperatures, elevated relative humidity, and intense solar radiation year-round. Modern architectural developments in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Makati, and Ortigas Center have shifted toward extensive structural glass facades. However, this aesthetic design induces substantial greenhouse effects internally, causing a critical dependency on commercial HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems.

Electricity tariffs in the Philippines, managed primarily by Meralco, remain among the highest in the ASEAN region. Consequently, real estate developers and industrial building designers face strict requirements to comply with the Philippine Green Building Code (GBCP) and localized BERDE certifications. Standard double glazed Units (IGU) are increasingly failing to meet the required Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) and low U-value targets without excessively tinting or thickening the glass pane, which limits natural daylight transmission.

Thermal Transmission Comparison: Traditional double-pane IGUs exhibit a U-value of approximately 2.8 W/(m²·K). In contrast, Zerothermo Tempered Vacuum Insulated Glass (VIG) delivers a U-value down to 0.4 - 0.6 W/(m²·K), reducing heat conduction through building windows by over 80%.

2. Global Technological Shift: Vacuum Glazing Technology

At a global scale, the structural glass and industrial insulation markets are undergoing a fundamental transition toward materials with ultra-low thermal conductivity. The physical limitation of conventional argon-filled insulating glass is the inevitable convective heat transfer within the gas gap. Vacuum Insulated Glass (VIG) bypasses this limitation entirely by evacuating the space between two glass sheets to a pressure level below 10-4 Pascals. Without a physical gas medium, conductive and convective heat transmission drops to near zero.

Additionally, the integration of Fumed Silica Vacuum Insulation Panels (VIPs) in cold chain structures, industrial refrigeration systems, and building walls has revolutionized structural planning. Because VIPs offer thermal resistance (R-value) up to ten times higher than conventional polyurethane foam or rock wool of the same thickness, space utilization in buildings, cooler containers, and logistics vehicles is maximized.

3. Localized Application Scenarios in Metro Manila

  • High-Rise Office Towers: Minimizing dead load weight on concrete foundations while achieving state-of-the-art thermal insulating envelopes. High wind load capacity is engineered to withstand annual typhoon paths crossing Luzon.
  • Cold Chain Pharmaceutical Logistics: The Manila port and domestic distribution hubs require temperature-sensitive shipping units for vaccines, biological reagents, and high-value seafood. Fumed silica VIP cooler boxes ensure long-term thermal integrity without active power requirements.
  • Suburban Residential Condominiums: Sound insulation is vital in Manila's high-traffic zones. The vacuum gap in VIG reduces outdoor acoustic transmission by up to 39 decibels (dB), outperforming standard structural glazing.

4. Technical Roadmap & Lifespan Verification

The primary concern regarding VIG performance over its commercial life is the preservation of the inner vacuum level. Zerothermo utilizes proprietary metallic edge sealing technologies, avoiding organic sealants that degrade under intense UV exposure and tropical humidity. The micro-spacer grid arrays are strategically engineered to balance structural compression stress from atmospheric pressure with absolute visual clarity. Extensive accelerated aging tests demonstrate a projected functional lifespan exceeding 50 years, ensuring long-term financial ROI for infrastructure developments.

Industry Trends

Net-Zero Buildings: Decarbonizing construction materials (embodied carbon) and operational energy usage (operational carbon) drives the adoption of VIG.

Solar Heat Mitigation: VIG combined with low-emissivity (Low-E) coatings blocks up to 90% of infrared radiation while maintaining high visible light transparency.

Cold Chain Integrity: Fumed silica VIP technology prevents temperature fluctuations in active vaccine logistics across the Philippine archipelago.

Customized Services

Engineered Insulation Tailored for Global Demands

From custom shapes to extreme-temperature performance, we manufacture solutions to precise project specifications.

Custom Dimension & Thickness

New Energy Vehicles Battery Insulation

Optimized for thermal runaway prevention in EV batteries. Thickness profiles from 5mm to 15mm customized to safety specifications.

Special Shaped Glass

High Temperature Microporous Blankets

Thermal mitigation layers for high-pressure storage tanks, water heaters, and heavy industrial machinery pipelines.

Acoustic Performance

Shaped Fumed Silica VIP Panel

Advanced vacuum insulation solutions featuring customized cutouts and dynamic geometries for specialized container layouts.

About Us

Who We Are

Zerothermo Technology Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of CBVAC Group and a national high-tech enterprise, is headquartered in the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, with its primary production base located in Nanchong City, Sichuan Province. This facility stands as one of China’s largest and most comprehensive manufacturing plants for vacuum technology application products.

Our commitment to rigorous scientific testing, structural reliability, and innovative mechanical manufacturing has positioned Zerothermo as a preferred technological vendor in the worldwide sustainable insulation market.

  • Non-standard flanges

    Non-standard flanges

    Special sizes (beyond the range of ANSI/ASME/DIN and other standards) are produced according to customers' drawings or technical parameters.

  • Shaped flanges

    Shaped flanges

    Square, oval or other special shaped flanges. - Oversize/small diameter: such as diameter over 60 inches or micro precision flanges.

  • Non-standard flanges

    Non-standard flanges

    Special sizes (beyond the range of ANSI/ASME/DIN and other standards) are produced according to customers' drawings or technical parameters.

Production Facility Overview
Factory Internal View Vacuum Testing Laboratory VIG Assembly Line
Patents
330+
R&D Patents & Innovations
Team Size
1,100
Global Headcount
R&D Centers
3+
Production and R&D Bases
Annual Output
400,000㎡
Annual Manufacturing Capacity
Our Technology

Core Competitiveness

We combine manufacturing scale with world-class engineering standards to deliver thermal insulation components globally.

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World-Class Quality

Unparalleled standards. Strict helium leak-testing and thermal imaging validation for every batch.

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Custom-Tailored Solutions

Fast manufacturing cycle times. Rapid prototypes modeled directly from design schematics.

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Scalable Production

Uncompromised quality. Mass manufacturing capabilities to support large commercial real estate installations.

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Streamlined Logistics

Robust international supply chain networks, handling direct transport logistics to Manila and ASEAN port terminals.

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Your Trusted Partner

Long-term warranty agreements, active technical design assistance, and on-site integration consultations.

Solutions

Industry Application

Delivering high-efficiency thermal barriers that lower energy consumption and control operational environments.

Pharmaceutical Cold Chain

Pharmaceutical Cold Chain

Providing high-efficiency thermal insulation solutions for cold chain storage transport and biological storage boxes, ensuring long-term thermal reliability.

Architecture

Architecture

Providing thermal barrier integration for structural walls and facades through vacuum insulation panels and vacuum insulated glass, supporting carbon neutrality goals.

High-Temperature Industry

High-Temperature Industry

Deploying specialized microporous board materials for high-temperature applications to prevent radiant heat loss and lower electrical consumption in mechanical systems.

Culture and Tourism

Culture and Tourism

Designing modern prefabricated structures and transparent display housings that isolate external sound and structural heat, maximizing tourist comfort.

Projects

Global Cases & Projects

Showcasing our vacuum technology deployed in structural and commercial applications globally.

MultiMicro Technology Company

MultiMicro Technology Building, Manila Office

MultiMicro Technology Facility

MultiMicro Technology Phase II Expansion

Nanchong High School

Nanchong High School Structural Glazing

Vaccine Insulation Cooler Box

Vaccine Insulation Cooler Box Logistics Fleet

Technical FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct technical answers addressing the application, performance, and durability of vacuum insulated systems.

What is the typical U-value difference between VIG and traditional double glazing?

Conventional air or argon-filled double glazing yields a U-value of approximately 2.8 to 1.6 W/(m²·K). Zerothermo Tempered Vacuum Insulated Glass reaches a U-value of 0.4 to 0.6 W/(m²·K). This represents up to an 80% reduction in heat transmission, lowering building operational carbon requirements.

How does the intense tropical humidity in Manila affect VIG edge seals?

Unlike organic sealants that degrade under intense UV exposure and humidity, our VIG uses a proprietary high-temperature glass-metal alloy edge seal. This hermetic seal prevents moisture ingress and maintains the interior vacuum level (<10-4 Pa) over a projected 50-year lifespan.

Are Zerothermo VIPs suitable for cold chain logistics across the Philippines?

Yes. Our fumed silica VIPs offer low thermal conductivity (≤0.004 W/m·K), which is up to 10 times more efficient than polyurethane foam. They maintain stable internal temperature ranges for medical and food logistics without needing active power systems.

Can the vacuum glass withstand high wind loads during typhoons?

Absolutely. Zerothermo VIG is constructed using high-strength tempered glass. The vacuum design creates a uniform structural laminate that withstands extreme wind pressure, meeting local safety codes for wind loads in high-rise buildings.

Product Portfolio

Comprehensive Range of Vacuum Insulation Products

Explore our full line of VIP panels, flexible blankets, and structural glass options engineered for diverse applications.

News and Information

Latest News

Committed to supporting carbon reduction goals, Zerothermo Technology drives the development of high-performance thermal insulation solutions.

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