SUNGLAZE solid polycarbonate roofing system
SUNGLAZE solid polycarbonate roofing system
polycarbonate roofing system sunglaze being used for walkway
SUNGLAZE solid polycarbonate roofing system

SUNGLAZE™ SOLID POLYCARBONATE ARCHITECTURAL SYSTEM

Standing-seam panel and glazing system that adapts to any project - big or small

SUNGLAZE is a solid polycarbonate roofing system that offers smart design, elegant appearance, versatility, low maintenance and sustainable performance for a variety of architectural challenges. The system has been installed on many types of structures throughout the world, including commercial, public sector and multi-family buildings.

The SUNGLAZE system uses a gasket-free, standing seam technology with no through fastening to ensure a water-tight installation. It's engineered to allow for wide spans with increased loading capacity and can be utilized in both flat and curved designs.

 

SUNGLAZE is an architecturally specified system that is not stocked in retail locations. If you are an architect, engineer, designer or commercial builder please contact Palram for information, design assistance, and path to purchase.

 

If you're a homeowner or have interest in residential projects, check out the DIY version for home improvement - the SUNSCAPE® Premium Roof Covering System.

Construction & ArchitectureConstruction & Architecture

Main Benefits

  • Clear and elegant appearance

  • Standing-seam leak-proof performance

  • Allows for thermal expansion & contraction

  • Free of silicone sealants and caulking

  • Engineered to withstand high loads

  • Easy, fast and safe installation

  • Minimal maintenance

  • Glass-like appearance

Typical Applications

  • Roofing & glazing systems for commercial architecture and multi-family residences

  • Sports venues roofing

  • Covered walkways

  • Open markets

  • Service stations

  • Entrances

  • Pool covers

  • Awnings

Principles of SUNGLAZE & SUNPAL Polycarbonate Systems

Principles of SUNGLAZE & SUNPAL Polycarbonate Systems
This video is a 3D-animated rendering that shows the principles of installing the SUNPAL and SUNGLAZE polycarbonate architectural systems.

Projects

Hampton Inn Hotel, Florida

SUNGLAZE was used for this attractive curved canopy over the main entrance of the hotel.

Riverview Condo Development in Florida

Riverview HOA chose Palram’s polycarbonate standing-seam panel and glazing system to replace 1,400 square feet of failing glass walkway coverings.

Hangzhou Airport, China

SUNGLAZE was selected for this curved canopy due to its ability to be formed to meet the structural design.

Barker Hotel, Australia

A SUNGLAZE system was installed for its versatility, low maintenance, sustainable performance & appearance.

Anvers Confectionery, Australia

The SUNGLAZE system provided a safe solution with leak & shatterproof roofing.

Manufactura Outlet Mall, Ukraine

A glass-like SUNGLAZE system integrates with the architectural style. The roof is leak-proof & blocks harmful UV radiation.

SUNGLAZE™ Testimonial

LET VISITORS ENJOY THE SUNSHINE WHILE KEEPING THEM COOL & COMFORTABLE

Architects and developers around the world are working to create environments that are bright, enjoyable and comfortable—a combination that can be difficult to achieve while also maintaining energy efficiency and sustainability.

Palram offers four different types of polycarbonate glazing products including flat solid sheets, multiwall sheets, single-layer corrugated sheets, and complete panel systems. Our Project Support Engineers can help you evaluate a variety of glazing options with the goal of meeting your design aspirations, your efficiency and sustainability goals, and your budgetary and performance needs.

If you are an architect, engineer or builder and need assistance evaluating your design and developing an installation method and process, learn more about our  Architectural Project Support Center.

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Downloads

File name
Size
Palram Architectural Projects Portfolio.pdfPalram Architectural Projects Portfolio.pdf
7 MB
SUNGLAZE Sales Sheet (EN).pdfSUNGLAZE Sales Sheet (EN).pdf
909 KB
Daylighting Overview White Paper.pdfDaylighting Overview White Paper.pdf
370 KB
SUNGLAZE Riverview Condos HOA Case Study.pdfSUNGLAZE Riverview Condos HOA Case Study.pdf
3 MB
Chemical Resistance of Palram Polycarbonate Products.pdfChemical Resistance of Palram Polycarbonate Products.pdf
106 KB
F5002-A-A-59502_PalramPC_CID.pdfF5002-A-A-59502_PalramPC_CID.pdf
103 KB
Miami Dade Product Control Approved.pdfMiami Dade Product Control Approved.pdf
1 MB
Palram Polycarbonate Product Safety Data Sheet (PSDS).pdfPalram Polycarbonate Product Safety Data Sheet (PSDS).pdf
121 KB
Palram Products - Minimum Cold Bending Radius Inch.pdfPalram Products - Minimum Cold Bending Radius Inch.pdf
88 KB
Polycarbonate Care and Maintenance Document.pdfPolycarbonate Care and Maintenance Document.pdf
114 KB
SUNGLAZE 3-4mm Master Specification.pdfSUNGLAZE 3-4mm Master Specification.pdf
53 KB
Palram Americas ROHS Declaration Document.pdfPalram Americas ROHS Declaration Document.pdf
73 KB
SUNGLAZE Warranty.pdfSUNGLAZE Warranty.pdf
213 KB
Sunglaze - PLR 001 - Typical Installation Detail - Over Purlins.dwgSunglaze - PLR 001 - Typical Installation Detail - Over Purlins.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 001 - Typical Installation Detail - Over Purlins.pdfSunglaze - PLR 001 - Typical Installation Detail - Over Purlins.pdf
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Sunglaze - PLR 002 - Typical Installation Detail - Over Rafters.dwgSunglaze - PLR 002 - Typical Installation Detail - Over Rafters.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 002 - Typical Installation Detail - Over Rafters.pdfSunglaze - PLR 002 - Typical Installation Detail - Over Rafters.pdf
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Sunglaze - PLR 003 - Typical Longitudinal Overlap (Step) Detail.dwgSunglaze - PLR 003 - Typical Longitudinal Overlap (Step) Detail.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 003 - Typical Longitudinal Overlap (Step) Detail.pdfSunglaze - PLR 003 - Typical Longitudinal Overlap (Step) Detail.pdf
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Sunglaze - PLR 004 - Typical Ridge Detail.dwgSunglaze - PLR 004 - Typical Ridge Detail.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 004 - Typical Ridge Detail.pdfSunglaze - PLR 004 - Typical Ridge Detail.pdf
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Sunglaze - PLR 005 - Typical Gutter Detail.dwgSunglaze - PLR 005 - Typical Gutter Detail.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 005 - Typical Gutter Detail.pdfSunglaze - PLR 005 - Typical Gutter Detail.pdf
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Sunglaze - PLR 006 - Typical Head Wall Detail.dwgSunglaze - PLR 006 - Typical Head Wall Detail.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 006 - Typical Head Wall Detail.pdfSunglaze - PLR 006 - Typical Head Wall Detail.pdf
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Sunglaze - PLR 007 - Typical Side Finish Detail - Full Sheet.dwgSunglaze - PLR 007 - Typical Side Finish Detail - Full Sheet.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 007 - Typical Side Finish Detail - Full Sheet.pdfSunglaze - PLR 007 - Typical Side Finish Detail - Full Sheet.pdf
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Sunglaze - PLR 008 - Typical Side Finish Detail - Trimmed Sheet.dwgSunglaze - PLR 008 - Typical Side Finish Detail - Trimmed Sheet.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 008 - Typical Side Finish Detail - Trimmed Sheet.pdfSunglaze - PLR 008 - Typical Side Finish Detail - Trimmed Sheet.pdf
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Sunglaze - PLR 009 - Typical Installation Detail Over Purlin 3D Illustration.dwgSunglaze - PLR 009 - Typical Installation Detail Over Purlin 3D Illustration.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 009 - Typical Installation Detail Over Purlin 3D Illustration.pdfSunglaze - PLR 009 - Typical Installation Detail Over Purlin 3D Illustration.pdf
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Sunglaze - PLR 010 - Typical Installation Detail Over Rafter 3D Illustration.dwgSunglaze - PLR 010 - Typical Installation Detail Over Rafter 3D Illustration.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 010 - Typical Installation Detail Over Rafter 3D Illustration.pdfSunglaze - PLR 010 - Typical Installation Detail Over Rafter 3D Illustration.pdf
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Sunglaze - PLR 011 - Typical Installation Assembly 3D Illustration.dwgSunglaze - PLR 011 - Typical Installation Assembly 3D Illustration.dwg
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Sunglaze - PLR 011 - Typical Installation Assembly 3D Illustration.pdfSunglaze - PLR 011 - Typical Installation Assembly 3D Illustration.pdf
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Product Details

Dimensions

Panel Types

PropertyCenter to Center WidthPanel WidthHeightArea WeightLinear Meter WeightMin. Cold Bending Radius*System Weight
SUNGLAZE™ 3/600600mm (23.62")584mm (23.34")20mm (0.781")3.79 Kg/m² (0.773 lb/ft²)2.20 Kg/m (1.474 lb/ft²)4m (160")6.14 Kg/m (4.114 lb/ft)
SUNGLAZE™ 4/600600mm (23.62")584mm (23.34")21mm (0.828")5.05 Kg/m² (1.0 lb/ft²)2.94 Kg/m (1.97 lb/ft²)4m (160")7.40 Kg/m (4.958 lb/ft)
SUNGLAZE™ 4/800800mm (31.49")785mm (31.41")21mm (0.828")4.98 Kg/m² (1.016 lb/ft²)3.90 Kg/m (2.613 lb/ft²)4m (160")6.73 Kg/m (4.509 lb/ft)
SUNGLAZE™ 6/800800mm (31.49")785mm (31.41")21mm (0.828")7.453 Kg/m² (1.53 lb/ft²)5.96 Kg/m (4.0 lb/ft²)4m (160")9.25 Kg/m (1.89 lb/ft)

 

*Sunglaze Aluminum profiles must be roll formed separately to the desired radius, not below a minimum radius of 4m.

Colors & Finishes

Colors*

 ColorLight Transmission % ASTM D-1003Haze % ASTM D-1003Solar Heat Gain (SHGC) ASTM E-424-71Shading Coefficient ASTM E-424-71
Clear90<10.871.00
Bronze20<10.450.52
Bronze35<10.560.65
Bronze50<10.650.75
Grey20<10.440.51
Grey35<10.560.64
Grey50<10.650.75
White Opal281000.320.37
White Diffuser801000.871.00
Solar Ice201000.390.45
Solar Smart
Solar Control20670.330.36
Solar Olympic20500.410.47
Solar Olympic35350.520.60
Solar Olympic50200.630.73
Smart Green70260.580.67
Smart Blue50260.570.65
Bluish Breeze7010.550.63

 

* Other colors are available upon request, subject to a minimum quantity.

Physical Properties

PropertyConditionsMethodUnitsValue
Physical
DensityD-792g/cm³1.2
Mechanical
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity1 mm/min (0.4 in. /min)D-638MPa (psi)2,300 (333,550)
Flexural Modulus1.3 mm/min (0.05 in./min)D-790MPa (psi)2,600 (377,100)
Flexural Strength1 mm/min (0.04 in./min)D-790MPa (psi)93 (13,500)
Notch Impact Strength Izod23°C (73°F)D-256J/m800
Impact Falling Dart3 mm (0.125 in.) SheetISO-6603/1bJ158
Impact - Fall ThroughE-695m/kg (ft/lbs)336 (500)
Charpy Impact after Xenon Arc Exposure (D-6110)3000 hrsD-2565-08% Loss of Impact Strength<10
Thermal
Long Term Service Temperature°C (°F)-50 to 100 (-58 to 248)
Short Term Service Temperature°C (°F)-50 to 120 (-58 to 248)
Heat Deflection TemperatureLoad: 1.82 MpaD-648°C (°F)135
Vicat Softening TemperatureLoad: 1 kgD-1525°C (°F)150
Coefficient of Linear
Thermal Expansion		D-696cm/cm °C (inch/inch°F)6.5 x 10-⁵ (3.6 x 10-⁵)
Thermal ConductivityC-177W/m°K (Btu-in./hr-ft²-°F)0.21 (1.46)
Specific Heat CapacityC-351kJ/kg°K (Btu/lb°F)1.3 (0.31)
Weathering
Color Change60 MonthsD-2244∆E<3
Light Transmission10 YearsD-1003%<6
Yellowness Index60 MonthsE-313∆ Yellowness Index<10
Leakage / Structural
Water Leakage20 psfE-283None
Uniform LoadE-330psf+140 / -45
Air Leakage6.24 pfs (Condision of air leakage test)E-331cfm/ft²0.05

Technical Data

Thermal Insulation

ThicknessSUNGLAZE™ U Value W•m²•K (Btu / (hr•ft²•°F))Glass U Value W•m²•K (Btu / (hr•ft²•°F))
3mm (0.118")5.43 (0.956)5.79 (1.02)
4mm (0.177")5.29 (0.931)5.76 (1.01)
6mm (0.236")5.04 (0.887)5.52 (0.97)

 

Flammability

TestASTM StandardClassification
FlammabilityEN - 13501B, s1, d0
Self IgnitionD-1929628°C
Smoke DensityD-2843<75%
Burn ExtentD-635CC1
Flame Spread / SmokeE-84Class B

 

Acoustic Properties

ThicknessAcoustic Insulation DIN 52210-75 RW (dB)
3mm (0.118")23
4mm (0.177")24
6mm (0.236")26

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the protective polyethylene films on certain sheets?
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The protective films in flat (non-corrugated) Palram sheets are for protection against dirt and scratching during the long journey from manufacturing to the job site. In some cases, the film also carries important installation and other product information.

The film will also indicate which side is UV-protected. This side should be installed facing outwards (extremely important).

In most cases, we recommend peeling off the protective films after installation. If this is not possible for practical reasons, always mark the UV protected surface, if there is one, so that the sheet will not be installed upside down.

Important note: The protective films that cover Palram sheets are highly sensitive to heat and direct sunlight. Excessive heat and direct sunlight before taking off the film can cause gluing of that film to the sheet surface, after which it will be extremely difficult to remove it from the sheet.

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How important is it to follow Palram general recommendations on product usage?
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Very. Palram recommendations for the storage, installation and general treatment of products are drafted to ensure that the product’s quality and serviceability is met to full extent, and following these recommendations ensures that product warranty isn't void. Please be sure to view the specific product's documents for more information.

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Do Palram sheets expand in heat?
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Yes. PVC and polycarbonate sheets expand with heat, and contract with cold.

Various Palram sheet products require different installation and fastening methods to account for expansion/contraction.

Always review the specific installation instructions for each Palram product before installing.

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Do any Palram polycarbonate products have a UL 94 fire rating?
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Yes, some Palram products do have a UL 94 fire rating.

  • PALSUN FAMILY
  • PALCLEAR
  • PALCLAD PRO HYG

Click here to view the UL 94 Tech Brief for the most up-to-date information.

You may also click here to view the Palram UL listing on the official UL website.

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Can Palram sheets catch fire?
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All plastic materials are flammable to some degree, and will catch fire in presence of exterior flame.

The ignition temperature of polycarbonate sheets is 915ºF (490ºC).

The ignition temperature of PVC sheets is 736ºF (391ºC).

Both materials are self-extinguishing, and fire will decay when the exterior flame source is removed.

Note that compared to polycarbonate and PVC, acrylic sheets (which are not produced by Palram) are more flammable.

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