Can you recommend a source for a solar reflecting film?
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Advanced Energy Panel (AEP) Specifications (Currently designed for energy savings in cold climates – 5,000 DD and more)
See: http://www.windotherm.com/Replacement-windows-howitworks.htm
Question:
Is there a durable, shrinkable film that can be applied on the outside portion of the extrusion (that which would be facing towards the outside of the house) that can serve as a solar block for hot climates? Are there any anticipated problems that need to be examined in regards to this proposed configuration (e.g. excessive heat build up, condensation, etc.)
The window insulation panel is for application to the interior side of an existing window.
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Please contact: Jon Gorham
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Woodbridge, CT
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Jonathan,
Several manufacturer make window films to reduce solar gain. These films are designed to be applied to existing window glass, so their intended use is different from what you are suggesting. Still, these films may be of interest to you.
I'm not recommending them -- in general, low-SHGC double-pane windows are better than plastic window films -- but, for your information, here are some manufacturers:
3M Center
Building 304-1-01
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000
http://www.3M.com/US
800-480-1704
Bekaert Specialty Films
4540 Viewridge Avenue
San Diego, CA 92123
858-576-0200
http://www.solargard.com
[email protected]
Gila Film Products
CPFilms Inc.
P.O. Box 5068
Martinsville, VA 24115
800-528-4481
Fax: 276-627-3011
http://www.gilafilms.com
V-Kool Inc.
17356B Northwest Freeway
Houston, TX 77040
713-856-8333
Fax: 713-856-8998
http://www.v-kool-usa.com
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