The Magic of PALBOARD

The POP / POS Display manufacturers have some unique challenges to overcome when designing and producing for retail and trade show product displays, booths and structures where consumers interact hands-on…

PALGARD™ Pedestrian Bridge Glazing in Denver, Colorado, USA

The Regional Transportation District in Denver, Colorado, set out to improve commute times between Boulder and Denver. One component in the plan was the construction of a pedestrian bridge across…

How To Gain Higher BREEAM Ratings With Polycarbonate Skylights

The interest in skylights has significantly grown in the construction world, and skylights are becoming an increasingly integrated part of a building’s execution. Not only have skylights vastly improved from…

LRC Research Confirms: Natural Light Lowers Stress at Work

A new study from the Lighting Research Center (LRC) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute found that office workers who receive a robust dose of circadian-effective light in the morning, from electric…

PALSUN® Pool Cover Gold Coast, Australia

In need of a new pool cover to replace a 20-year-old aging system, Architect R.H. Frankland and contractor Carbolite Queensland chose Palram’s PALSUN polycarbonate sheets to boost daylighting, views and…

5 Reasons Architects Should Care About The Benefits of Natural Light

Once considered ‘nice to have’ but non-essential, skylights are now being taken seriously in the construction sector. This is because bringing natural light into buildings is now recognised as having…

Polycarbonate glazing that controls heat & light transmission: SolarSmart™

PALRAM’S SOLARSMART™ TECHNOLOGY defies standard transmission of solar energy in transparent sheets and allows more versatile color and solar transmission specification per project. Unlike regular tints, SolarSmart sheets and panels…

CASTELÃO STADIUM / BRAZIL SKYLIGHT

SKYLIGHT // CORRUGATED POLYCARBONATE PANEL PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS > Architect: Vigliecca & Associados > Product: SUNTUF® Corrugate Polycarbonate Panel > Product Type: Clear 2 mm 5,6 Waves > Application Type: Skylight > Total…

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…

Stadium Roof Design with Palram Polycarbonate Daylighting

The construction of covered stadiums has surged in the past two decades. In stadiums around the world, from small recreational sport venues to national sports centers, it is becoming less…

Weather Resistant DIY Balcony Roofing

A terrace or open deck area can be a wonderful addition to any home. To make the most of your outdoors space, simply add a roof cover over the terrace….

Creating the Perfect Polycarbonate Porch Roof

A custom designed porch roof can add a touch of style and sophistication to a home’s exterior. Polycarbonate roofing is available in a variety of colors and styles, locally cut-to-size…