The diverse nature of Structural Polycarbonate in daylighting systems is only enhanced by the inclusion of Lumira™ aerogel. Rigid and structural polycarbonate provide a myriad of different solutions for nearly every configuration imaginable, while the enhanced natural lighting and thermal insulation mean improved comfort and productivity for occupants. 

 

  • Cost effective insulation: Past designs required two panels to meet insulation codes - now, one 16mm Lumira panel provides better insulation than two 10mm panels at comparable light transmission values 
  • Improved quality of light: Lumira particles diffuse light evenly through the system (between 55 – 67%) – preventing annoying glare 
  • Sound dampening 
  • Design flexibility
  • Available in clear and opal

 

The following comparison chart is based on a 16mm clear polycarbonate panel with and without Lumira insulation. (The opal performance to light transmission and solar heat gain are 29% and 0.44 respectively.) 

 
Structural Polycarbonate
without Insulation 
Structural Polycarbonate
with Lumira aerogel insulation
Thermal (R-Value*)
 R2.4 (2.36 Wm2/K) R4.4 (1.29 Wm2/K)
Acoustic
(STC Value)
 19 22 
Light Transmission  
 82% 60%
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient  
 .83 .60

* R-Value based on center of glass calculation 

 

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