TECH Talks – Thermal Performance and Energy Savings with Polycarbonate Glazing Systems
Q: Do Cellular Polycarbonate Glazing Systems Offer Thermal Performance and Energy Savings? One of the most prevalent complaints building owners and facility managers receive is that the occupants are too hot or too cold. This is especially true of tenants seated directly next to a window or other daylight opening. They want the daylight, but […]
TECH Talks – Understanding How Cellular Polycarbonate Glazing Contributes To Daylighting
Q: How Does Cellular Polycarbonate Glazing Contribute to Daylighting? Access to daylighting provides recognized benefits to health and wellness, accuracy and productivity. Research has shown higher job satisfaction, higher test scores and higher sales in buildings designed to maximize daylighting. Reliance on daylighting also decreases the demand on electric lighting, which reduces the associated energy costs, […]
TECH Talks – Understanding Cellular Polycarbonate Glazing Installation
Q: Is Polycarbonate Easy to Install? Ease of Installation The hallmark of polycarbonate glazing systems is their ease of installation, especially compared with other glazing products like heavy IGU’s (Insulated Glazing Units). Successful installation of polycarbonate systems have been completed by a wide range of tradespeople. With few exceptions, minimal experience and common installation tools […]