The Shadotextile system is a unique, alternative solar shading solution. The Shadotextile system consists of a special fabric stretched between two sides of a louver support frame. The fabric is manufactured with a weave to prevent solar glare and solar heat gain. The fabric can also create attractive diffused light and can allow high external vision.
The Shadotextile system is given its strength by coating the fabric in a special resin which dries hard. This type of product is extremely lightweight which allows large spans to be constructed without the need for additional supporting framework.
This system offers building designers a unique solution to external solar shading systems.
Features and Benefits
- Modern & unique design
- Optional fabric choice
- High solar absorption
- High solar reflection
- Lightweight construction - ideal for large spans
- Good external vision
- Unlimited colors
- Easy to clean (resin/teflon coated)
Maintenance
The Shadotextile system requires little maintenance - periodic cleaning and a simple annual service are recommended.
Fabric Options & Performance
The Shadotextile system offers many configurations, both in the color choice and material choice. Fabric options include:
Teflon Glass Fiber (white)
- Radiation transmission approx. 11%
- Light transmission approx. 7%
- Thickness 25 mil
- Weight 16 lb/ft2
PVC Coated Polyester (white)
- Radiation transmission approx. 4%
- Light transmission approx. 2%
- Thickness 18 mil
- Weight 15.4 lb/ft2
ETFE (white, translucent)
- Radiation transmission approx. 80%
- Light transmission approx. 70%
- Thickness 8 mil
- Weight 8.3 lb/ft2
Silicon Glass Fiber
- Radiation transmission approx. 20%
- Light transmission approx. 10%
- Thickness 10 mil
- Weight 8.3 lb/ft2
PVC Coated Polyester (grey)
- Radiation transmission approx. 2%
- Light transmission approx. 2%
- Thickness 18 mil
- Weight 15.4 lb/ft2
ETFE (printed)
- Radiation transmission approx. 36%
- Light transmission approx. 34%
- Thickness 8 mil
- Weight 8.3 lb/ft2
