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Every individual or business has a carbon footprint, which is another way of saying that we all use varying amounts of energy, and release different amounts of carbon dioxide. Reducing that footprint not only helps the environment, but also saves money. Solar film for company premises is one way to install a cost-efficient way of using passive temperature control, without the expense of installing an entire solar energy system.
Some countries, including the UK, mandate that businesses must maintain a reasonable temperature for the work environment, around sixty-eight degrees for optimum employee performance. In addition to heat issues, glare can also be a problem where there are large window areas, and it can make seeing the computer screen more difficult. Glare also can be detrimental to people working in a production line, for example.
Both problems may be reduced by the use of a very light, transparent material made of a plastic called polyethylene terephthalate, which begins life as a pellet. When melted, it gets stretched into ultra-thin sheets, which are then dyed or treated with a thin metal coating, depending on the planned final use. It has a scratch-resistant film on the visible side, and an adhesive on the other.
When applied to a window pane, sheets may be used singly, or in multiples. In existing buildings, it is often retro-fitted over the existing glass, which saves money over replacing the panes entirely. Additionally, it can be removed if necessary, saving yet another addition to overcrowded landfills. Re-use is a concept fundamental to conservation, and is one of the best reasons to use the material.
Once in place, the material makes a difference in the interior comfort levels almost immediately. Those near treated windows will appreciate the fact that they are now being protected from nearly 99% of all the harmful ultra-violet radiation from the sun, without having to apply sunscreen. Not only does it protect your skin, however, but also your home or office furnishings.
Some countries, including the UK, mandate that businesses must maintain a reasonable temperature for the work environment, around sixty-eight degrees for optimum employee performance. In addition to heat issues, glare can also be a problem where there are large window areas, and it can make seeing the computer screen more difficult. Glare also can be detrimental to people working in a production line, for example.
Both problems may be reduced by the use of a very light, transparent material made of a plastic called polyethylene terephthalate, which begins life as a pellet. When melted, it gets stretched into ultra-thin sheets, which are then dyed or treated with a thin metal coating, depending on the planned final use. It has a scratch-resistant film on the visible side, and an adhesive on the other.
When applied to a window pane, sheets may be used singly, or in multiples. In existing buildings, it is often retro-fitted over the existing glass, which saves money over replacing the panes entirely. Additionally, it can be removed if necessary, saving yet another addition to overcrowded landfills. Re-use is a concept fundamental to conservation, and is one of the best reasons to use the material.
Once in place, the material makes a difference in the interior comfort levels almost immediately. Those near treated windows will appreciate the fact that they are now being protected from nearly 99% of all the harmful ultra-violet radiation from the sun, without having to apply sunscreen. Not only does it protect your skin, however, but also your home or office furnishings.
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