Features

This unique system offers daylighting, high insulation value, UV screening, and resistance to abuse, all in one high performance, low-cost package. The same technology that makes standing seam roofing watertight is present in the EXTECH system, with the added advantage of light transmission and insulation.

• Panels are nominally 2ft. wide and are available in lengths to 39ft. Continuous polycarbonate battens snap over the panel edges to form the seams.

• Natural lighting is diffused by the cell structure of the EXTECH panels, thus eliminating harsh lighting effects. Glass beads are coextruded with the PCSS to enhance light diffusion and thermal properties.

• All aluminum framing is fitted with low-friction gasketing and deep glazing pockets which capture and hold the polycarbonate sheets, yet allow thermal movement of the panels.

• Perimeter framing is engineered with interlocking components to allow access to individual panels as desired.

• Standing seam system eliminates the need for vertical aluminum mullions creating a monolithic appearance and lowering costs compared to conventional daylighting systems.

• The patented #3100 type-1 clip, which anchors the sheets to the purlins, allows the thermal movement of the PCSS sheets to take place within the clip, thus minimizing noise and wear.

• The #3100 type-2 clip system (patented) allows for movement in all planar directions and compensates for misalignment of the building substrate.

• Perimeter aluminum framing is available in anodized or high performance paint finishes and is thermally broken.

• Insulation values are in the same range as 1" insulated glass. Superior values are obtained with double glazed systems.

Applications

• Commercial/architectural, industrial and residential use
• Single slope (shed type) skylight
• Ridge type (‘A’ frame) skylight with or without gable end walls
• Pyramid type skylight
• Ridge type skylight with hipped ends
• Walls/curtainwalls/vertical applications
• Custom configurations
• Interior options also available

Performance Testing

Flammability
• Self Ignition: ASTM 1929-3
• Smoke Density of Plastic: ASTM D-2843
• Burning Extent: ASTM D-635
• Interior Flame Spread: ASTM E-84

Weathering
• Weathering Evaluation: ASTM D-4364-84
• Color Change: ASTM D-2244
• Yellowing Index: ASTM D-1925
• Light Transmission: ASTM D-1003

• Water Penetration: ASTM E-331
• Air Infiltration: ASTM E-283
• Impact: ASTM E-822-81
• "U" Factor: ASTM C-518
• Shading Coefficient ASTM/ASHRAE
• Code Compliance: ICC
• Quality Standard: SI ISO 9002 (EMP & Politec)
• New York City MEA

Glazing Information

• 16mm polycarbonate sheet with standing seam
• Available in clear, opal, bronze, blue, green and mist