SKYSHADE 8000®
Long-Span Polycarbonate Canopy System
EXTECH’s SKYSHADE 8000® is a long spanning standing seam canopy. Full length rafters are designed with a continuous aluminum clamping leg to secure cellular polycarbonate glazing panels. Built with the most advanced aluminum clamping framing system in the industry, the SKYSHADE 8000® has an aesthetically unique and contemporary look unlike any other system on the market.
System Benefits
Daylighting
Provides balance of natural light and shading
Thermal Performance
Stay dry with gutter and water management system
Attachment Options
Can be used as freestanding or attached to existing building
Design Flexibility
Multiple colors, translucencies, and coatings
Durable Construction
UV-resistant polycarbonate and aluminum framing
EXPLORE THE SYSTEM
PANEL SYSTEM
• Accepts 20mm standing seam polycarbonate panels
• Clear, opal, or various colors/translucencies available, with IR & AR options
• UV-resistant co-extruded layer
• Designed for continuous glazed panel runs up to 54’ long
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ALUMINUM FRAMINGÂ SYSTEM
• Designed to handle high wind and snow loading conditions
• System can be self-supporting to required loads or act as an overlay to substructure
• Structural mullion depth & size calculated depending on span length, loading, and attachment type
APPLICATIONS
Adaptable to a range of building types. Below is a sample of common applications.
performance & design options
Glazing Options
- Class A option
- Infrared blocking & anti-reflective options
- 6-wall 20mm standing seam cellular polycarbonate panels
- Standard colors: Clear, opal, bronze, green with custom color options available
Framing Options
- Works on slopes as low as 2:12 (consult with EXTECH for slopes below 2:12)
- Rafter shapes can be customized
- Wide variety of edge detail options
- System can be self-supporting to required loads or act as an overlay to substructure
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Testing & Standards
Flammability Testing
- Self-ignition: ASTMD-1929
- Smoke Density: ASTM D-2843
- Burn Extent: ASTM D-635
- Interior Flame Spread: ASTM E-84
Weathering
- Color Change: ASTM D-2244
- Yellowing Index: ASTM D-1925
- Light Transmission: ASTM D-1003
Miscellaneous
- Water Infiltration: ASTM E-331
- Load Bearing Capability: E-330
HAVE AN EXISTING PROJECT?
SKYSHADE® CASE STUDIES
NOT SURE WHICH SYSTEM FITS YOUR PROJECT?
We can help you find your best fit.
EXTECH works with architects and design teams from early concept through specification, helping evaluate system options, performance requirements, budget, detailing, and constructability.
