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| Translucent Nanogel(R)-Filled roofing systems  Cabot Corporation announced a supply and marketing agreement with Centerpoint Translucent Systems, LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of residential roofing products. The agreement provides for the use of Nanogel(R) translucent aerogel in energy efficient daylighting roofing systems produced by Centerpoint. The Nanogel daylighting material that combines high light transmission with energy efficiency and sound insulation will be incorporated into polycarbonate panels made specifically for translucent roofing applications. The combined product-glazing panel provides more than five times the energy efficiency when compared with glass panels typically used in residential sloped glazing.Centerpoint's patent-pending roofing structure is uniquely engineered to allow penetration of natural, filtered daylight into home living areas without the energy loss and increased heating and cooling costs associated with traditional glass roof inserts. Currently three configurations of the system are on display in model homes offered by Centex Corporation. Nanogel, manufactured exclusively by Cabot through a patented process, is a lightweight, nanoporous insulation material that delivers unsurpassed thermal insulation and light transmission levels. Polycarbonate panels are impact resistant, energy-saving, multi-wall glazing sheets that provide nearly total resistance to the degrading effects of UV light. Centerpoint's combination of Nanogel with polycarbonate panels creates product benefits for Centerpoint customers including: - Transmission of diffuse light to home interiors to eliminate shadows and glare - High thermal insulation to reduce energy costs - Sound dampening qualities to create quieter indoor environments - Eye-catching architectural detail when viewed from the interior or exterior - Low-maintenance, long-life product constructed of mold, mildew and fungus resistant materials, resistant to UV degradation write your comments about the article :: © 2005 Construction News :: home page |