Products / Sola Roof Glazing Polycarbonate
Using Sola Polycarbonate we can create glazing features to enhance any architectural design.
The Sola Polycarbonate glazing system was developed to create a versatile, highly effective system, that can be priced competitively without compromising quality.
The Sola Polycarbonate glazing system is a rugged yet lightweight design, which out performs virtually all other traditional roof glazing systems. For large scale glazing areas and a maximum natural light source, Sola Polycarbonate glazing system is the perfect solution.
Each unit is designed to suit specific requirements, therefore almost no on site modifications are required.
Please contact our technical support team on 080 0389 7361 for advice on your particular requirements.
Technical Data
Sola Roof Glazing, Polycarbonate
System Reference: Sola Roof Glazing, Polycarbonate, SRG/PC 281
Profiles: Low-rise 30 degree, standard 43.6 degree or semi - circular.
Size: Sola Roof Glazing, Polycarbonate can span from 1 metre to 8 metres at any length. For larger spans please consult our technical department.
Glazing: Solid sheet polycarbonate ** or double skin factory assembled cassettes, 10mm,16mm or 25mm structural polycarbonate. Only UV protected Lexan XLD or Makrolon long life material is used by Sola. (** From 3mm to 10mm are available).
Frames: Factory assembled glazing frames are made up for easy installation.
Sola Roof Glazing, (Glass & Polycarbonate)
Frame: The system has an extruded structural framework, complete with internal water management system to the top surfaces of main rafters/transoms and condensation channels to the lower edges of glazing bars.
The system is welded at the cill onto a fabricated condensation tray.
The structure will be designed in accordance with BS 8118: part 1: 1991, with stainless steel fixings, grade A2 to BS 6105 (grade 304). All gaskets to be black flexible TPE to BS 7412 (these gaskets are fully recyclable).
Finish:Polyester powder coated to BS 6496.
Colour: Chosen from the standard RAL colour range. Please contact us for colour specification chart.
Other requirements:The system is engineered in accordance with:- BS 5399: Part 2: 1995 Code of practice for Wind Loads; BS 6399: Part 3: 1988 Code of practice for Imposed Roof Loading.
Design Span: 1 mtr to 8 mtr spans, are standard however, large spans can be achieved, please consult our technical department for assistance should you require larger sizes.
Finish: Mill finish or polyester powder coated to BS 6496 (all standard RAL colours are available, please check when ordering). Please contact us for colour specification chart.
Polycarbonate Solid Sheet
Light Transmission:
- Clear - 82% light transmission
- Opal - 60% light transmission
- Bronze - 45% light transmission
U-Value
- Double Skin 3mm x 3mm with 20 mm air gap 2.27W/m2K
- Triple Skin 3mm x 3mm x 3mm with 2 x 20mm air gap 2.1W/m2K
Fire: BS 476 part 7 - class 1Y
Building Regulations: (1991) class O - Tp(a) Extruded Aluminium BS 1474.
Protective Packaging: every unit will be despatched with a protective wrapping in addition to the surface protection already applied to the glazing.This protective wrapping should be removed either before or directly after site installation.
Storage: every unit should be stored in a clear, dry and dust free environment away from potential risk of damage. The units should not be laid flat or positioned in a location susceptible to direct sunlight. If stored outside, protect the units with non-light transmitting substance.
Polycarbonate (Structured Sheets)
16mm triplewall uv protected polycarbonate***
25mm multiwall uv protected polycarbonate
Light Transmission:
- Clear 75%*** Opal 51%***
- Bronze 49%***
- Acoustics 21db***
U-Value
- 16mm 2.4W/m2K
- 25mm 1.7W/m2K
Serviceable Temperature
- 120 deg C***
- Fire BS 476 pt 7 Class 1 ***
- Weight*** 2.7kg
Polyester Powder Coating
All kerbs and glazing bars are supplied in a white matt finish to BS 6496. Other RAL colours are available upon request. Please contact us for colour specification chart.
Sola Roof Glazing, Glazing Bars are designed to the following design criteria:
- BS 5516 1991 Design and Installation of patent glazing.
- BS 8118 pt 1 1991 Structural use of aluminium.
- BS 6399 pt 2 1995 Wind loads.
- BS5368 pt 1-4 1994 method of testing windows.
- BS 6375 pt 1 1989 Performance of windows, classification for weather tightness.
- CP3 chap V pt 2 1972 wind Loads.
- BS 6399 pt 3 1988 Imposed roof loadings.
Maintenance
Polycarbonate thermoplastic has a self cleaning property; however Sola Roof Glazing, Polycarbonate can be cleaned if needed by using a light detergent and a non abrasive cloth. It is advised when cleaning any Sola Roof Glazing, Polycarbonate unit, you should always assume that they may be fragile and should never walk, stand or lye across them.
It may be wise to consider extra H & S equipment.
Sola Roof Glazing, Polycarbonate
The Sola Roof Glazing, Polycarbonate curved glazing system can be also used on canopy applications, if a curved roof is preferred or specified. For more information please contact us.
