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Plastic Waste in the Building and Construction Sector

Plastic Waste in the Building and Construction Sector

Plastic materials are a common component in the building and construction industry. This is due to their durability, cost-effectiveness, energy efficiency, safety, and ease of installation. Some examples of plastic …

Tips to Make Polycarbonate Thermoforming a Success

Tips to Make Polycarbonate Thermoforming a Success

During the thermoforming process, heat is applied to a sheet of plastic to make it more workable so that it can be placed into or onto a mold and take …

Designing a Pitched Roof Extension: What should you consider?

Designing a Pitched Roof Extension: What should you consider?

Whether you would like to add a roof to your porch, gazebo or pergola to refresh your outside space, it is always better to use semi-transparent roofing materials that will …

The Solan Experience

The Solan Experience

South Australian Potato Seed Grower Reaps The Benefits Of Polycarbonate Greenhouse Covers The Solan Seed Company provides certified early generation potato seed to Australia’s potato seed growers. Based in Waikerie, …

Early Engagement and Offering The Optimal Glazing Solution To Meet The Specifications; Headingley Stadium, A Case Study

Early Engagement and Offering The Optimal Glazing Solution To Meet The Specifications; Headingley Stadium, A Case Study

Overview Project: Redevelopment of the Headingley Rugby Stadium Architect: DLA Architecture Canopy Glazing: 2mm clear SUNTUF® 140 Curtain Walls: 18mm white opal SUNPAL® with an aluminum C joiner

Polycarbonate and Protection from UV Radiation. What does this really mean?

Polycarbonate and Protection from UV Radiation. What does this really mean?

The use of polycarbonate sheets for roofing has almost become synonymous with protection from UV radiation. But what does this protection really mean? And what is the protection good for? …